Competing with Multiple Offers on Your Dream Home
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- January 6, 2016
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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Understanding the MLS
The MLS, or Multiple Listing Service, is an online database of homes that are listed for sale. Most real estate agents are members of the MLS, as well as local real estate brokerages. The service works by consolidating information, which allows even the smallest listing brokerages to connect with brokers who have clients looking to buy. Realtors or brokerages will …
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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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Choosing the Right Buyer’s Agent
Do your research Check your state’s real estate licensing board for any complaints filed against an agent you are considering working with. Ask for testimonials to gauge client satisfaction. If you can, ask for the contact information of a past client. This could provide you with a valuable opinion on whether or not this real estate agent is the …
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Reasons to Remodel
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- December 22, 2015
The National Association of Realtors released a new annual report earlier this week called the 2015 Remodeling Impact Report, which examines the results of remodeling for both realtors and homeowners. This report is the first of its kind, and shows how strategic remodeling projects can have a significantly positive impact on home equity— and even bring in more offers! Below …
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How the Federal Reserve’s Rate Hikes Will Affect Real Estate
In a move that has been anticipated by Wall Street for months, the Federal Reserve Open Market Committee finally announced that the Federal Funds interest rate will be raised 0.25%. The rate had been at 0% since 2008, a decision that was made in the midst of the recession in order to stabilize the economy. Some anticipate the Fed has …
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The Latest in Encinitas
Encinitas decorates tallest living tree in the county Encinitas residents, local businesses, and service clubs once again sponsored Encinitas’ annual tree-lighting ceremony on December 4th. The Norfolk Island Pine is located on 4th and C Street and has been the tallest living holiday tree in the county for over two decades. This beloved community landmark can now be seen throughout …
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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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