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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Linda Moore Talks New Renovation on the American Dream

Last week I had the pleasure of appearing once again on the American Dream with host Craig Sewing and Deborah Critten, a truly wonderful client and new owner of a great piece of real estate. This episode takes place in the Butterfly house, a historic home in Cardiff that’s a lovely example of true mid-century modern architecture. Deborah and her …

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Your Rights as a Tenant in California

As a tenant, it can be tricky to navigate the legal language in your lease, especially if there’s a disagreement between you and your landlord. Here are some of the most common questions renters have, along with answers that are specific to California law. Can my landlord raise the rent? Currently, there are no maximum limits for rent increases in …

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Quick Tips for First-Time Home Sellers

Curb Appeal Those who search for real estate listings online can often be converted to potential buyers by strong visuals. Now is the time to have professional, well-lit, and appealing photos taken of the interior and exterior of your home, and attach them to your listing. Your goal is to portray your home at its very best! The Right Price …

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New vs. Used Homes: Which is Best for You?

  We all know that in most cases, brand new homes are more expensive than existing homes. However, existing homes can carry extensive future maintenance costs that may equal or even outweigh that purchasing price of a new home. Here are the most crucial factors to consider when trying to decide what type of home is right for you. New …

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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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