The San Diego Beach Real Estate Update

Where to Start: Begin to Prepare your Home for Showing

Fri, 28 May 2010 22:30:29 GMT

“You never get a second chance at a first impression.” We’ve all heard this expression before. And now, while you are preparing your house to sell, it should not be far from your mind. While logical factors such...

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Top Legal Mistakes to Avoid

Mon, 24 May 2010 21:55:00 GMT

The process of buying or selling a house seems to involve a million details. It is important that you educate yourself on as many parts of this process as you can—this knowledge could mean the difference of thousands of dollars...

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One for the Money, Two for the Show: Prepare the Inside of your House for Showing

Mon, 10 May 2010 23:29:39 GMT

Once you’ve minimized the clutter in your home, clearing out excess items and furniture, you’ll be ready to concentrate on repairs, cleaning, and decoration. Your goal is to get each room looking its sharpest and most fresh—the better your...

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Know the Market Before You Buy a Home

Fri, 07 May 2010 17:29:15 GMT

The asking prices of most homes on the market indicate the current state of the market, and usually mirror the prices for which other similar homes in the area have recently sold. In deciding upon a selling price, a home-seller must establish...

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Selling a House? Try to Avoid Zeros

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 21:05:37 GMT

Published April 16, 2010 By the Numbers by Jack Hough If you're selling a house now, there's reason enough to want to seal a deal quickly. House prices have bounced a smidgen since last summer, but the latest numbers suggest the momentum is...

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U.S. existing home sales rise 6.8% in March.

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 20:44:01 GMT

The National Association of Realtors reported Thursday that U.S. existing-home sales rose 6.8 percent in March for the first time in three months. Even though buyers seeking to take advantage of the Homebuyer Tax Credit have...

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7 Things to Look for in a New Neighbourhood

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 19:12:00 GMT

Whether seeking solace, activity, schools, churches, or green space, every homebuyer looks for a different combination of attributes in a new community. Choosing a neighbourhood that suits your needs and wants is one of the...

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Amazing homes and offices built from shipping containers

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 18:23:12 GMT

Amazing homes and offices built from shipping containers By Brian Clark Howard of The Daily Green Not just for resourceful squatters, container architecture is taking the world by storm. Recycled freight containers bring...

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How to Set an Offer Price

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:28:53 GMT

There is no set equation to determine how you’ll reach an offer price. Rather, the process involves a range of research and comparison that will vary with each situation. You’ll need to look at sales of comparable properties, and...

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Buying a Home: What Expenses to Expect

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:51:53 GMT

Budgeting for a new home can be tricky. Not only are there mortgage installments and the down payment to consider, there are a host of other—sometimes unexpected—expenses to add to the equation. The last thing you want is...

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A new year means new beginnings!

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 19:30:56 GMT

....and new homes! The real estate market is back in business and in full swing! Call me today if you're interested in finding your own San Diego dream home!

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Rainy days = no open houses!

Sat, 12 Dec 2009 00:34:23 GMT

What a cold and rainy day it was today in San Diego! Good thing these days only come around about 10 times a year around here! The forecast is predicting rain most of the weekend...It's too yucko out for a nice open house on the beach...

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Bayside Walk Considering Price Reduction

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 20:18:40 GMT

New update -- My clients at 2790 Bayside Walk are considering a price reduction to $2,995,000 on their beautiful bayfront cottage home! If you are interested, now is the time to move on this great deal!

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7 Holiday Events to Better Your Community

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:03:52 GMT

Create holiday traditions that build community spirit and strengthen your neighborhood. Make friends and influence your property values by creating neighborhood traditions. The winter holidays provide the perfect excuse to march up to your...

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Thanksgiving is near!

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:43:46 GMT

I just wanted to wish everyone a happy Thanksgiving! I am very thankful for all your support and encouragement throughout the years and appreciate every one of my clients/associates, new and old! Please have a wonderful and pleasant...

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Qualify for Real Estate Tax Deductions for 2009 and 2010!

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:31:14 GMT

Here's a nice little chart with links to articles relating to various tax deductions you might be eligible for during filing periods this year and in the upcoming year (other than the new Federal Homebuyer Tax Credit). Find out how...

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New Vacancy -- 2 Room Studio Apt. 8 blocks from beach!

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:29:10 GMT

If you're looking for an apartment rental in the Pacifc Beach area, check out my most recent vacancy at 4459 Fanuel St! This studio apartment features new carpeting, ceiling fan, spacious patio/courtyard, on-site laundry, and unassigned off-street...

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Extension of Home Buyer Tax Credits!

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 19:21:35 GMT

As of November 6th, President Barak Obama has signed into law an extension and enhancement to the popular Homebuyer Tax Credit. If you are a first time home buyer, that means you are eligible for an $8,000 tax credit on any home up to...

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New Rarely Available Bay Front Home!!

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:39:09 GMT

Hello everyone! I just wanted to let you all know about one of my latest listings, a Tudor style 4 br,3 ba cottage right off the bay in Mission Beach! Be sure to check it out under my listings. There will also be an OPEN HOUSE on November 8th from...

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Sum sum summer time

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 19:56:11 GMT

Today at the Mission Bay Real Estate Association meeting, there where several great bay front properties pitched, Summer 09 is in the book. What a great time we had.

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South Mission listing

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 22:16:52 GMT

Hey everyone! Well the weather is a little gray today, but I have a great new listing on the Bayfront in South Mission. Please check it out at Cairnx.com

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