Effective Ways to Save for a Down Payment on Your First Home

We have started to see more and more millennials make the transition from renting to buying. And while this trend is expected to continue, it can often be a difficult move to make. Putting together money for a down payment on a home can seem like an insurmountable challenge, but with a few smart changes to the way you save …

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Linda Moore Returns to the Craig Sewing Show!

Last Thursday, I had the distinct pleasure of returning to the Craig Sewing Show to discuss real estate in Encinitas. I had a great time talking about all the benefits of living in Encinitas, and can’t wait to return! If you missed my appearance on the show, you can watch it below:

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Are You Emotionally Ready to Sell Your Home?

Selling a home is more than just a financial transaction. For most people, strong emotional attachments can form after spending years living in the same home. If you are not emotionally ready to sell, it can potentially sabotage your plans. I’ve seen sellers turn down reasonable offers, scrutinize the care potential buyers would give to the home and even back …

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5 Tips to Help New Homeowners Prepare for Repair

One of the joys of homeownership is the freedom it provides. You no longer have to worry about cramped quarters full of dozens of other tenants, or having to rely on a landlord whenever something goes wrong with your apartment. Of course, this also means that any repairs that need to be made fall solely on your shoulders. This can …

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Simple Ways to Reduce Your Energy Bill

One thing many first-time homebuyers are surprised to discover is the increase in their monthly energy bill. It takes significantly more juice to cool and power a home than it does an apartment, and that fact is written in black and white on your monthly bill. What you may not know is there are several ways to reduce your monthly …

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Moving into a New Home with Pets

Owning a pet can bring you a great deal of happiness and comfort, but it can also make some things more difficult. Moving into a new home is definitely more challenging with pets. Many pets have a hard time adjusting to new environments, and it’s important to plan for this possibility as early as possible. If you are a pet …

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Essential Tips for Creating a Home Office

With more people than ever having the ability to telecommute or work from home, setting up a home office is essential. A home office is a great way to utilize an unused room, and create a suitable space to work from. But setting up a home office requires more than just a desk and a door. Here are some tips …

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Pricing Your Home Higher to Sell Faster

In the past, I’ve written about the importance of pricing your home to a reasonable market value. And while that is still good advice, it is not the only way to go. In competitive markets, many people opt to price their homes higher in order to sell faster. This may seem counterintuitive, but there are many reasons this could be …

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Staying Safe When Selling your Home

“Safety first” is one of the most important rules to live by, especially when selling a home. You are inviting dozens of strangers into your home, which is enough to make some people uncomfortable. In the spirt of staying safe when selling your home, I’ve put together some safety guidelines that will help protect you and potential buyers. Remove Personal …

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What to Bring to an Open House

When you are trying to buy a home, you are probably on a constant lookout for open houses and home viewings. Sometimes you may discover one that looks appealing at the last minute. Before you rush out the door to look at your potential new home, make sure you bring the following essential items. A Camera This is one of …

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