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Pricing

Price: $679,000

Flexibility: Negotiable

Additional Pricing Information: Value range pricing: Entertaining offers from $619,000 - $679,000

Property Location

4989 LAMIA
OCEANSIDE, CA 92056
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Bedrooms: 3

Bathrooms: 3

Parking Spaces: 2

Year Built: 1990

Subdivision: OCEAN HILLS

Garage Size: 2

Square Footage: 2808

Agent Name: Marc Von Musser, MBA, CFS, CSP

Broker: Keller Williams Realty

MLS #: 100016762

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Appliances

Range/Oven

Full Refrigerator

Washer/Dryer

Microwave

Interior Amenities

Fireplace

Hardwood Floors

Wet Bar

Security System

Vaulted Ceilings

Exterior Amenities

Patio

Swimming Pool

Hot Tub

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VFLYER ID: 3202033

CARLSBAD CA 92011 - Executive Golf Course View Home for SALE! 4Br w/ 1 BR downstairs. Near Beach & Golf

Marc Von Musser, MBA, CFS, CSP (Allison James Estates & Homes) — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 17:06:01 -0800

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HIGHLY desirable South Facing, Plan 2 Model in LIKE-NEW condition! Stunning Executive Home with over $75,000 in upgrades!

Tons of upgrades:
§ New carpet
§ Granite counter tops
§ Dual AC units
§ GOLF putting green
§ Bonus LOFT/Office
§ Bright, open, Gourmet kitchen w/island, Granite counter top,
§ upgraded cabinets
§ RESORT LIKE backyard w/Private PUTTING GREEN, a covered patio, stamped concrete & mature landscaping

Amenities:
Award winning school district Golf course, Legoland View
§ Great LOCATION: Close to Beach, Golf, Legoland, Batiquitos Lagoon, parks,
Spacious 3 Car Garage Downstairs Bedroom and Bathroom Rare, South Facing positioning of the home Master Bedroom Patio/balcony with amazing view

This home is located in the Prestigious Coastal Development known as Shorepointe. Located in Aviara, Carlsbad; just a couple of minutes from the beach, golf and everything that makes Carlsbad one of the finest places to live in America!

For more information, go to: http://www.MarcVonMusser.com

Or call 760-470-1453 to schedule a showing.

VIRTUAL TOUR: http://www.PropertyPanorama.com/91133

Features

Bedrooms:	4
Bathrooms:	4
Parking Spaces:	3
Year Built:	2003
Subdivision:	Shorepointe
Lot Size:	.3 acre
Garage Size:	3
School District:	Carlsbad Unified
Square Footage:	2698
Agent Name:	Marc Von Musser
Broker:	Keller Williams Realty
MLS #:	100005498

Location

1286 Mariposa Rd Carlsbad CA 92011

vFlyer Id: 3122432

REDUCED for IMMEDIATE SALE! Solana Beach Ocean Front Condo for SALE! $550k BELOW last comp.

Marc Von Musser, MBA, CFS, CSP (Allison James Estates & Homes) — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 14:48:46 -0800

Solana Beach CA Ocean Front Condo for SALE $550k BELOW comps! Panoramic OCEAN VIEWS in SOLANA BEACH CA! Solana Beach CA 92075

Location: SOLANA BEACH CA

SOLANA BEACH Oceanfront w/ panormic SOLANA BEACH ocean views! Last comp SOLD for $1,600,000!!!!

Wake up to the soothing sounds of the waves, or watch the dolphins effortlessly swim by. This amazing Solana Beach condo isn't just a great home, but a great lifestyle.

Just a quick walk to the beach, Fletcher's Cove, the Cedros Art district, restaurants, the commuter rail, shopping and much more. Just minutes away from all that San Diego is famous for: World Class Golf - Torrey Pines, La Costa, Aviara; PetCo park, SD Zoo, Balboa Park, Gaslamp, and Seaport Village.

Gorgeous single level Condo w/many upgrades:

* dual paned windows,
* gorgeous granite counter tops
* tile floors
* 2 air conditioners & heaters
* Washer/dryer w/humidity control,
* window shutters
* private balcony
* 2 fireplaces
* small office area BOSE surround sound
* 3 Plasma/Flat screen TV's, & much more!!

Surfsong Complex has 2 tennis courts, pool, spa & clubhouse which is perfect for entertaining or staying in shape.

You can't beat the location, the home or the price!

For more information go to: http://www.MarcVonMusser.com

VIRTUAL Tour: http://www.PropertyPanorama.com/63504

Call for an appointment: -1-760-470-1453

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Marc Von Musser, MBA, CFS, CSP

760-470-1453

Pricing

Price: $1,050,000.00

Flexibility: Negotiable

Additional Pricing Information: Price REDUCED!!! HURRY

Property Location

233 S HELIX Ave #19
Solana Beach, CA 92075
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Features

Bedrooms: 2

Bathrooms: 2

Parking Spaces: 2

Year Built: 1978

Subdivision: Surfsong

School District: Solana Beach

Square Footage: 1425

Agent Name: Marc Von Musser, MBA, CFS, CSP

Broker: Keller Williams Realty

MLS #: 090024767

Attributes

Appliances

Range/Oven

Full Refrigerator

Washer/Dryer

Sink Disposal

Microwave

Air conditioning

Humidity control Washer and Dryer

Interior Amenities

Fireplace

Wet Bar

Security System

Tile Floors

BOSE surround Sound

3 Plasma - flat screen tvs

New Dual Paned windows

Custom Window Shutters

Granite Counter tops

Programmable toilet

Exterior Amenities

Swimming Pool

TENNIS COURTS

Ocean front location

2 underground parking spaces

SPA

Clubhouse

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VFLYER ID: 2474524

CARLSBAD OCEAN VIEW home for SALE! Carlsbad CA 92011 - Executive Home in MINT condition!

Marc Von Musser, MBA, CFS, CSP (Allison James Estates & Homes) — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 17:24:03 -0700

CARLSBAD CA Ocean View Home for SALE! Ocean & Golf Course views, close to beach and barely lived in! Carlsbad CA 92011

Location: Shorepointe - CARLSBAD CA

CARLSBAD CA 92011: 4 br OCEAN VIEW Home for SALE! Stunning Executive VIEW home shows like a MODEL! Immaculate!

IMMACULATE, CLEAN and what a VIEW! Whether you want to watch the fireworks at LEGOLAND, the beauty of Crossroads golf course; or breathtaking sunset views over the ocean; this view is INCREDIBLE!

This large 4 Bedroom + bonus room is in terrific condition. So you won't find the normal wear and tear; like in competing homes. This home is the closest you can get to a BRAND NEW home, without all the hassles (construction trucks, dirt and dust, noise, immature landscaping, etc).

Plenty of upgrades and amenities throughout this DREAM HOME:

* Huge Master Bathroom with Spa Tub and separate Shower
* Huge walk in closet
* Beautiful Tile floors
* Dual Paned Windows throughout (energy saving)
* Alarm system
* 3 car garage
* Walk to Tot Lot
* Private Master Bedroom Deck
* Award Winning Aviara - Carlsbad Schools
* Downstairs Bedroom and full bath
* Bonus room - Office or 5th bedroom (if converted)
* Formal Dining room
* Stamped Concrete in backyard
* Intelligently landscaped and Low maintenance Yard.
* Romantic fireplace in Living Room
* Separate Family room
* Minutes to World Famous La Costa Golf course and Spa; Aviara and Crossroads golf courses
* Minutes to miles of white sandy beaches and the Pacific Ocean; Batiquitos Lagoon, and numerous parks

And much much more! This home shouldn't be missed! Homes in this condition, with this view RARELY come available! Don't miss it!

For more information go to:

VIRTUAL TOUR: http://www.PropertyPanorama.com/70832

http://www.MarcVonMusser.com

Or call 1-800-990-2473 ext 198

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Marc Von Musser

760-470-1453

http://www.MarcVonMusser.com

Pricing

Price: $835,000.00

Flexibility: Negotiable

Additional Pricing Information: Offers entertained between $799,000 and $835,000

Property Location

6398 Torreyanna Cir
Carlsbad, CA 92011
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Features

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms: 3

Parking Spaces: 2

Year Built: 2002

Subdivision: Shorepointe

Lot Size: .1257

Garage Size: 3

School District: Carlsbad

Square Footage: 2597

Agent Name: Marc Von Musser, MBA, CFS, CSP

Broker: Keller Williams Realty

1 Bonus ROOM - Loft/office: 1

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Appliances

Range/Oven

Full Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Sink Disposal

Microwave

Interior Amenities

Fireplace

Security System

Kitchen Island

Vaulted Ceilings

Downstairs Bedroom

Downstairs full bath

Tile Floors

Dual Paned windows

Dual Ovens

Gas appliances

Exterior Amenities

Patio

Fenced Yard

Panoramic Ocean View

Golf Course View

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233 S HELIX Ave #19 Solana Beach CA 92075

VFLYER ID: 2637911

SOLANA BEACH Ocean Front Condo For SALE! Solana Beach CA 92075, Solana Beach Real Estate, Condo, Home, Vacation Home

Marc Von Musser, MBA, CFS, CSP (Allison James Estates & Homes) — Thu, 14 May 2009 12:31:02 -0700

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SOLANA BEACH Oceanfront w/ panormic SOLANA BEACH ocean views!

Wake up to the soothing sounds of the waves, or watch the dolphins effortlessly swim by. This amazing Solana Beach condo isn't just a great home, but a great lifestyle.

Just a quick walk to the beach, Fletcher's Cove, the Cedros Art district, restaurants, the commuter rail, shopping and much more. Just minutes away from all that San Diego is famous for: World Class Golf - Torrey Pines, La Costa, Aviara; PetCo park, SD Zoo, Balboa Park, Gaslamp, and Seaport Village.

Gorgeous single level Condo w/many upgrades:

* dual paned windows,
* gorgeous granite counter tops
* tile floors
* 2 air conditioners & heaters
* Washer/dryer w/humidity control,
* window shutters
* private balcony
* 2 fireplaces
* small office area BOSE surround sound
* 3 Plasma/Flat screen TV's, & much more!!

Surfsong Complex has 2 tennis courts, pool, spa & clubhouse which is perfect for entertaining or staying in shape.

You can't beat the location, the home or the price!

For more information go to: http://www.MarcVonMusser.com

VIRTUAL Tour: http://www.PropertyPanorama.com/63504

Call for an appointment: -1-760-470-1453

Features

Bedrooms:	2
Bathrooms:	2
Parking Spaces:	2
Year Built:	1978
Subdivision:	Surfsong
School District:	Solana Beach
Square Footage:	1425
Agent Name:	Marc Von Musser, MBA, CFS, CSP
Broker:	Keller Williams Realty
MLS #:	090024767

Location

vFlyer Id: 2474524

SOLANA BEACH Home for SALE! Solana Beach CA Beach Cottage - Home, West of 101

Marc Von Musser, MBA, CFS, CSP (Allison James Estates & Homes) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 12:26:08 -0700

* * SOLANA BEACH Home For SALE! Solana Beach Dream Home! Solana Beach Real Estate! Priced to SELL FAST! Over $100k in upgrades, it's GORGEOUS!! Walk to beach * *

Location: SOLANA BEACH

Gorgeous Remodeled SOLANA BEACH Beach home FOR SALE! Solana Beach Property, Solana beach House, or Solana Beach Real Estate; Whatever you call it, this Solana Beach Home IS GORGEOUS and Reduced for a QUICK SALE!!!

Live the Southern California Lifestyle! This home is a quick walk away from of the best beaches in San Diego. Close to the Commuter rail and Del Mar race track, world famous golf courses (Torrey Pines, La Costa, Aviara). Solana Beach is the last great Beach community! Perfect for a Dream Home, vacation home, investment or rental.

If Great schools are one of your concerns, this home is located within the Award Winning Solana Beach School District! Many local citizens say this is the closest thing you can get to a private education!

This home won't last!!! A similar home without the upgrades sold at the same price! Priced for IMMEDIATE SALE!

Here's a partial list of features and improvements:

* BONUS: w/accepted offer: a 60" Flatscreen tv, surround sound system inside and outside

* Remodeled from the ground up w/over $100,000 in improvements.
* RV Parking with room to park up to 4 cars or a small boat
* Shows like a model home!
* Exotic, Vitoria Regia Satin Granite kitchen countertops,w/ tumbled stone full backsplash
* Gorgeous Hickory floors, all oil rubbed bronze finishes,
* High end, Built in,stainless steel appliances,
* Upper and lower cabinet lighting in kitchen, designer lighting throughout,
* Light capturing skylights in the kitchen (remote control)
* high profile crown & base moulding throughout,
* custom slate fireplace,
* Master Spa Tub
* 60" inch flat screen tv with surround sound, high end media center,
* Outdoor beach shower! Take a hot shower after a fun day at the beach
* Laundry and extra storage in the garage
* The home utilizes space w/a ton of cabinets & even a functional loft. Cute cozy backyard & patio

Many homes in this Solana Beach neighborhood decided to add a second story, increasing the square footage and the value. This home could be enlarged to 2000 sf, if the new owner so desires. The rentability of this home is also huge, providing a great opportunity for the next owner to rent it out during Del Mar Race season, while they make plans for their dream home.

VIRTUAL TOUR: http://www.PropertyPanorama.com/47134

For FREE 24 hour recorded information on this home: 1-800-990-2473 ext 458

For more information go to: http://www.MarcVonMusser.com

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Marc Von Musser, MBA, CFS, CSP

760-470-1453

Pricing

Price: $1,190,000.00

Flexibility: Negotiable

Additional Pricing Information: Call for Current status and Pricing

Property Location

358 N Sierra Ave
Solana Beach, CA 92075
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Features

Bedrooms: 2

Bathrooms: 2

Parking Spaces: 6

Year Built: 1955

Subdivision: Solana Beach

Garage Size: 1

School District: SOLANA BEACH

Square Footage: 989

Agent Name: Marc Von Musser

Broker: Keller Williams Realty

MLS #: 080063340

Attributes

Appliances

Range/Oven

Full Refrigerator

Washer/Dryer

Dishwasher

Sink Disposal

Microwave

Interior Amenities

Fireplace

Hardwood Floors

Vaulted Ceilings

Exterior Amenities

Patio

Fenced Yard

Grass Lawn

Outdoor Shower

extra long driveway

RV & Boat parking

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"Please Verify that you are Alive".... new banking requirement

VFLYER ID: 1900605

El Cajon Pre FORECLOSURE for SALE! Great EL CAJON Home for SALE in Pre FORECLOSURE! El Cajon CA 92021

Marc Von Musser, MBA, CFS, CSP (Allison James Estates & Homes) — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 12:54:42 -0800

New Lending Requirement - "You Must be Alive"

Marc Von Musser, MBA, CFS, CSP (Allison James Estates & Homes) — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 11:33:07 -0700

"Please Verify that you are Alive".... A new banking requirement?

Apparently, this is the latest in a line of tightening lending requirements that San Diego homebuyers will need to be able to prove! (If only politicians would use this standard with their voter registration)

I'm not kidding. Wow, lenders sure are asking for a lot of crazy new requirements.

Yesterday, a very good client received a call from the lender wanting to verify if he was still alive. When he assured them that he was, the lender was not convinced! They asked to speak and verify it with someone else. Luckily, my client was able to verify that he was in fact, alive!

I wonder what lenders will ask for next? Verify the verifier?

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"I have no equity, now what?" North San Diego Real Estate SOLUTIONS!

Marc Von Musser, MBA, CFS, CSP (Allison James Estates & Homes) — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 12:53:03 -0700

My phone rings daily with the same question, "Marc, I can't afford my house and I have no equity, what do I do?"

Well, there are several options available to you. The main thing is to take action! 60% of North San Diego Homeowners, and all homeowners for that matter, will do nothing. This leads directly to a foreclosure!!! A proactive plan of action can often times help keep a homeowner in his home!!

It's important to note, that 80% of homeowners want to KEEP their home, so you must make some changes and take intelligent action IMMEDIATELY!

When I meet with a client in this situation, here are a FEW of the things we cover:

1) Do you want to keep the home? Can you afford the home? Are you willing to make changes?

2) Let's look at your expenses and look for places to save money! We can normally find $1,000 - $3,000 a month that people are wasting. Simple changes here and there allow the seller to increase their cash flow, make their payments and keep their home.

3) Look for creative ways to increase a part time income. I know numerous people that make $1000-$10,000 a month on auction sites like eBay! Start a home based business and make the tax code work for you, and create a second income.

4) Look to do a loan modification. Work with the lender to have them freeze or reduce your interest rate. Banks will often do this IF you present it in the right way!

5) Short Sale: If you cannot work out a loan modification or make the payments; a short sale is often the best solution. This is a far better scenario than a foreclosure.

Short Sales require a specialist and should not be handled by an untrained agent! The average agent has approximately a 10% chance to get the short sale approved and closed. Trained short sale agents often have success rates over 90%!

I recently read that only 1 agent in 250 have had at least 10 hours of training in short sales! The days of calling your neighborhood friend/Realtor are over if you want to successfully negotiate a short sale. A few designations to look for are the CSP: certified Short Sale Professional, CFS: Certified Foreclosure Specialist, HREU Short Sale Professional or a graduate from Short Sale Genius!

The main thing is you must TAKE ACTION if you know you are falling behind on your payments! Call a professional!

North San Diego Real Estate Market Update and Forecast: Carlsbad Real Estate

Marc Von Musser, MBA, CFS, CSP (Allison James Estates & Homes) — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 12:34:31 -0700

So, when do we hit the bottom? Where are we in the North San Diego Real Estate market? I hear these question daily, and while no one really knows, we can look at key indicators to identify and get an idea of what the future might bring to the North San Diego Real Estate Market.

To understand the future, we must briefly look at a big reason the San Diego Real Estate and the North San Diego Real Estate Market are in this condition. The tough market is largely due to the Adjustable Rate mortgages that were so popular in 2002-2006. These loans would offer a very low introductory interest rate, with a rate adjustment in 2-5 years. While the are numerous other factors, the number of resets (loans adjusting to a higher rate) will increase.

The sales pitch by lenders was simple, "don't worry about the rate increase, we'll refinance this way before then." Unfortunately, this didn't happen. North San Diego Real Estate Prices dropped rapidly, lenders increased the requirements to obtain a loan, debt to income ratios become more stringent, loan programs disappeared and lenders stopped offering 'Stated' loan programs (not proving income). The compounding effect of these variables eliminated the main ways homeowners got out of this challenge in the past!

So what happens to these tens of thousands of North San Diego homeowners? Well, they do have some options. Unfortunately, most of them are not great.

A few options:
1. refinance (if possible)
2. create a second income (get a part time job)
3. Loan Modification (work w/the lender to drop the interest rate)
4. Short Sale (sell the home for less than is owed)
5. do nothing and foreclose. (the worst option)

(There are other options like a forbearance, deed in lieu, etc. but these aren't as common, nor as viable an option for most North San Diego homeowners)

So what does the future hold? Tough times ahead for North San Diego real estate market. According to the number of resets (loans about to adjust upward) we can see 2009 will have thousands of loans coming due.

NOTE: This doesn't mean you can't sell a home! This simply means you must have an expert on your side that can help you through this tough market!!!!

For buyers, you couldn't have picked a better time to buy a home! Prices have dropped a ton, interest rates are fantastic!

Call me for a free evaluation of your real estate situation and we can develop a winning plan for you!

All the best
Marc

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SOLANA BEACH OPEN HOUSE! Sat, Oct 11, from 1-4 in SOLANA BEACH, W of 101

Marc Von Musser, MBA, CFS, CSP (Allison James Estates & Homes) — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 17:26:00 -0700

Description and Features

An absolute Solana Beach DREAM Home just steps from the beach! West of the 101. Over $100,000 in upgrades and it shows! This home is priced for immediate sale! Check it out, you'l be glad you did!

Bedrooms:	2
Bathrooms:	2
Parking Spaces:	4
Lot Size:	4000
Year Built:	1955
Floors:	1
MLS #:	080063340

Location

Click to view map: 358 N Sierra Ave Solana Beach CA 92075

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Rancho Penasquitos Pre FORECLOSURE Condo Townhome FOR SALE! Poway School District, Poway Schools

Marc Von Musser, MBA, CFS, CSP (Allison James Estates & Homes) — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 11:59:27 -0700

PRE-FORECLOSURE Rancho Penasquitos Condo - Townhome FOR SALE! POWAY SCHOOLS & Casablanca Development in the heart of SAN DIEGO!

Location: Rancho Penasquitos

Rancho Penasquitos Condo Townhome FOR SALE! Located within Award Winning Poway School District.

Great Price on this desireable home in one of the nicest communities in San Diego, CASABLANCA. Surrounded by professional lush, mature landscaping you will find relaxing trails and streams leading you to 4 swimming pools and spas.

A terrific location, this home is just minutes to the I-15, and the 1-56. Close to schools, shopping, freeways, dining, theatres, parks and more.

This single level home has beuatiful hardwood, laminate floors with a very functional design. A beautiful fireplace in the living room for those romantic evenings. The kitchen has black appliances and nice cabinets. The home has a stackable washer and dryer in the home, meaning no more trips to the laundrymat! The home is in good condition and simply needs a new owner!

This PRE-FORECLOSURE is Priced to sell! Offers being entertained between $199,000 and $230,000.

For more information go to: http://www.MarcVonMusser.com or

Call our 24 hour FREE Recorded Message at 1-800-990-2473 ext 212

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Marc Von Musser, MBA, CFS, CSP

760-470-1453

Pricing

Price: $230,000

Flexibility: Negotiable

Additional Pricing Information: Pre Foreclosure. Price, terms to be approved by lender.

Homeowner Dues: 247

Property Location

13212 Salmon River
San Diego, CA 92129
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Features

Bedrooms: 2

Bathrooms: 2

Parking Spaces: 2

Year Built: 1986

Subdivision: CASABLANCA

Located on Floor #: 1

Floors in Bldg: 2

School District: POWAY

Square Footage: 927

Agent Name: Marc Von Musser, MBA, CFS, CSP

Broker: Keller Williams Realty

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Appliances

Range/Oven

Full Refrigerator

Washer/Dryer

Dishwasher

Sink Disposal

Microwave

Cable

Interior Amenities

Fireplace

Hardwood Floors

Security Screen Door

Building Amenities

Patio

Swimming Pool

Hot Tub

Guest Parking

Recreation Center

Community club house

Community Bar BQ

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