Stunning 3BR Available NOW at 1619 Mapleleaf Court in Encinitas, $995,000-$1,095,000

SPECTACULAR MINI-ESTATE. Ranch style single level 3BR/3BA Plus spacious sunny great room. Premium location. Tucked away double dead end cul-de-sac location. Huge, flat, usable, elevated lot with 180 degree panoramic hillside views. Large grassy areas, pool, spa & lush landscape. No HOA. Gated courtyard entry with stamped decorative concrete finishes. Fully fenced. Remodeled kitchen and baths. Hard surface flooring throughout. …

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Choosing the Right Home Insurance

The first thing you’ll want to do before shopping for homeowner’s insurance (ideally before even buying the home) is review the home’s insurance claim history report, which can either be obtained from the seller or one of the two largest insurance databases: CLUE and A-Plus. This is the best way to evaluate previous damages you may not have been aware …

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Modernize Your Kitchen Before Putting it on the Market

According to Remodeling’s 2015 Cost vs Value Report, a midrange major kitchen remodel costs about $62,441 on the West coast, but sellers were able to recoup an average of 81.1% of the cost. Below are the three best improvements to plan that promise the most return of investment. Cabinets Although replacing cabinetry is almost always the most expensive part of …

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Save Up For That Down Payment

In a few previous posts, I discussed how putting down 20% of the listing price helps buyers construct stronger, more competitive offers. However, 20% may be a good-sized chunk of your income. Here are a few tips to help you save your money and be able to present a great offer to buy the home of your dreams. Start budgeting …

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2016: A Great Year to Purchase a Home

There’s more to choose from Home prices are expected to rise only 3.5 percent by the end of 2016, which is at a slower rate of increase compared to what the U.S. economy has seen in previous years. Because sellers have experienced price appreciation, they may be more likely to put their homes on the market sooner in order to …

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How to Add Curb Appeal to Your Home

Preparing your home for being listed on the market isn’t just about paperwork and permits. Whether it’s your first showing or an open house, it’s incredibly important to present the best possible version of your home to potential buyers, and that means making sure the exterior looks absolutely lovely. Here are great ways to get your home noticed for the …

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Competing with Multiple Offers on Your Dream Home

Have a Great Realtor on Your Side Before you make an offer on a home, it’s important to consider both sides of the transaction. What do you want? What does the seller want? What does their listing agent want? The first question is a pretty simple one to answer: you probably want to get the lowest price possible, along with …

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Sell Your Home Without Getting Sued!

There are countless details to stay on top of when you’re trying put your home on the market, and the last thing you need is to deal with legal action. Here’s how to avoid lawsuits of any kind on your journey to sell your house. Provide the proper disclosures You’ll need to provide the disclosure documents after you’ve accepted a …

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Do You Need a Permit for That Home Renovation?

Whether you take on a home improvement project solo or hire a professional, it’s important to make sure all the bases are covered before you even get started. If you forget to obtain the right permits, you risk breaking municipal building code. Yes, permits can cost from about $200 to somewhere in the low thousands, depending on the project. But …

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