Highlights from This Month’s HOME Survey
Yesterday, the National Association of Realtors released their quarterly household survey tracking current real estate trends. The Housing Opportunities and Market Experience (HOME) survey can be viewed in full here; below are some of the most interesting highlights about homeowner attitude, expectations for the real estate market, and more. Half of surveyed American households believe the economy is currently …
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Financing a Home The Right Way
Determine a Price Range Decide what kind of mortgage you can afford, and stay as realistic as possible. Yes, owning a home is an investment—but it’s only a smart investment if you spend what you can afford now. Manage Debt Mortgage lenders typically look for those with debt less than 35 percent of their annual income. In order to qualify …
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Local Real Estate Market Trends of November 2015
Below are the latest market updates from the North San Diego County Association of Realtors for Encinitas and the surrounding area. For more details, click here. Encinitas 83 detached single-family homes for sale Average 2014 sales price: $1,462,837 Average 2015 sales price: $1,266,778 12 attached single-family homes for sale Average 2014 sales price: $784,154 Average 2015 sales price: $587, 721 …
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Real Estate Activity Highlights from the NSDCAR’s Monthly Report
The North San Diego County Association of Realtors have recently published their Market Activity Monthly Indicators research. Here are the most notable pieces of information, and here is where you can view the full report for more details. A Positive Outlook Residential real estate is experiencing its best year since the recession. Housing demand is healthy, and that is expected …
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California Smoke Alarm Requirements
Here are the current requirements regarding smoke alarm installation in California, from the California State Fire Marshal. For more details, see the bulletin here– and stay safe by using smoke alarms to protect you and your family from house fires! Where are smoke alarms required? In each sleeping room Outside of each sleeping room On each floor Where are smoke …
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More Real Estate Terms You Should Know
More Real Estate Terms You Should Know Affidavits A binding statement in a real estate transaction document made by either buyer or seller that states the status of any potential legal issues with the property. For example, that the seller is not in active bankruptcy, that there are no liens against the property, or that the seller owns the …
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The Best Reasons to Own a Home
What are Some of the Best Reasons to Buy a House Today? If you’re currently renting a house or an apartment in Encinitas, you may wonder if buying is the next step you should take in the future. After all, getting a home isn’t an easy since you’ll have to deal with expenses beyond the home’s price, including maintenance, mortgage …
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1-Story 3BR Home Available NOW at 1559 Juniperhill Drive in Encinitas $785,000
IMMACULATE SUMMERFIELD SINGLE STORY 3BR ON PREMIUM TUCKED AWAY SOUTH ENCINITAS LOCATION. South facing spacious 10,000+SF lot backing open space. Beautifully upgraded including retextured walls w/bull-nose corners, HVAC system w/central air, security system, double pane windows & slider, Walnut hardwood flooring throughout, upgraded moldings, granite countertops in kitchen & baths, solar tubes, & maple linen cabs. A serene park-like feel …
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Choosing a Qualified Buyer
If your home is on the market, it may be overwhelming when the first offers start coming in. Working with a great real estate agent ensures that you’ll have another discerning set of eyes to evaluate these offers- here are general guidelines to review before accepting any offers. Good Credit The best candidates actively monitor and work to improve their …
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Encinitas Desserts You Need to Try
Here they are, in no particular order of deliciousness: Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Where? Betty’s Pie Whole, 155 Quail Gardens Dr, Encinitas. http://www.bettyspiewhole.com/ Strawberry rhubarb pies are notoriously hard to get right- they’re either too sweet or too tart if the rhubarb is left to overpower the strawberry. Betty’s version hits just the right note: it’s the perfect balance between …
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