How to Prepare for a Home Inspection

When preparing to sell your home, a property inspector will need to conduct a home inspection in order to assess value. If you can, attend the inspection yourself– and don’t be afraid to ask questions! Below are some tips to make sure nothing important gets overlooked. Remember, the details matter, too. Outdoors Clean out gutters and any debris that has …

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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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There’s Plenty to do in Encinitas This December

Here are just a few highlight of what’s to come this week! For even more holiday events, check out the City of Encinitas’ calendar of events. Wednesday, 12/9 Handmade Holidays: Custom Wooden Ornaments, 9am-12pm. Lux Art Institute, 1578 South El Camino Real. $35, $50 Stamp, paint, bedazzle, and bejewel your own set of three wooden ornaments to adorn your holiday …

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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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Home Seller and Buyer Trends of 2015

  The National Association of Realtors recently released their annual report profiling homebuyer and seller habits of 2015. Here are some of the most interesting highlights- you can view the full report here.   Home Buyers First-time buyers made up 32 percent of all homebuyers, down from 33 percent last year. The typical buyer was 44 years old, and had …

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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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Stage Your Property Like a Pro

Staging: another word for preparing your home for showings, open houses, or private walk-throughs. Even if the price is right, first impressions are crucial in order to show off your home in its best possible light to appear attractive to buyers. Below are a few tips to help you do just that! Even if Your Bed is Gone, Fake One …

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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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Real Estate Terms You Need to Know

Appreciation: When the value of a property increases over time. This may be due to the location, market changes, inflation, or a number of other factors. Inversely, depreciation refers to when a property’s value decreases over time. Appraisal: A written estimate of a property’s value given by an individual who is authorized to do so. Appraisals can be conducted to …

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