Evaluating a Buyer’s Offer

Offer Price While this number is probably the first thing you’ll look for, a first offer is almost never the final one. You can request that this price be adjusted based on other factors of the buyer’s offer such as contingencies. Closing Date This is the date in which the buyer indicates they want you to transfer over the property …

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Eliminating the Stress of Buying a Home

Find a great real estate agent Make sure your real estate agent is highly experienced, knows about homes in the area you’re looking in, and connects with you. Consider amenities and location Room size, and other aspects of a home’s interior are all factors that may affect your decision. However, just because a home meets all of your expectations in …

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Open House at 651 Crest Drive in Encinitas Oct. 17 and Oct. 18 from 1PM to 4PM

Come see Summerfield’s largest, most popular 3-bedroom on a 10,100 square foot flat lot. Located in a spacious corner location with a south-facing backyard. Has central air! Sunroom addition not included in square footage of home. A terrific floor plan with truss roof construction makes it easy to remove walls for an even more open feeling. Great South Encinitas location …

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What Makes Encinitas Such a Great Place to Live?

Encinitas stands out from other cities in many significant, positive ways. Here’s why: The unemployment rate keeps getting lower California’s Employment Development Department recently announced that a year ago, San Diego County’s unemployment rate was at 6.6 percent. As of last month, it has dropped to a low 5.1 percent and is expected to continue decreasing. Over the past year, …

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Is Buying a Fixer-Upper Worth It?

Homes listed in a condition that requires extensive repairs are called “fixer-uppers” for a reason. While these types of homes are often much cheaper than the asking price of similar remodeled homes in the area, many first-time homebuyers make the mistake of taking on more than they’re able to handle, spending hundreds of thousands on making the house livable. Below …

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What You Need to Know About Real Estate Law

Real estate law, also referred to as real property law, includes both federal and state legislation on the ownership and usage of property. The more informed you are of your rights, the better prepared you’ll be to be involved in a real estate transaction. Here are relevant federal laws that apply to both buyers and sellers in every state: Mortgage …

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How Home Appraisers Determine Value

  When preparing to sell your home, your mortgage lender will usually order an appraisal to determine your level of qualification for the loan, and to make sure you’re not over-borrowing. An appraiser will then inspect your home and prepare a report that includes an analysis regarding the value of the property. It’s required by the Appraisal Institute that in …

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Shred Your Documents with Linda!

Not only is it the beginning of a beautiful fall, it’s also the perfect time to do some seasonal cleaning. On Saturday, November 14th, join me (and bring your friends) in shredding all the confidential documents you’ve been procrastinating. Stop by our office at 740 Garden View Court, Suite 100 in Encinitas between 10am- 1pm, and a professional shredding company …

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House, Condo, or Townhome?

Association Fees When you buy a townhome or condo, you’ll become part of a Common Interest Community that requires monthly fees in order to share the responsibilities and upkeep that comes with membership. These usually include: trash removal, outdoor maintenance, lawn care, snow removal, water/sewer, and sometimes hazard insurance. Depending on how high the fee is, condo association fees may …

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Celebrate with Special Events in Encinitas

Annual Events Safe Trick or Treat: October 31st, 2015 on South Coast Hwy 101 from Encinitas Blvd to K Street. The Self-Realization Fellowship provides home-grown, beautifully carved pumpkins to line the streets. There will be vendors ready with candy for trick-or-treaters, and Halloween-themed activities and music hosted by The 101 Artists’ Colony. Fall Festival: November 22nd, 2015 from 9am-4pm on …

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