buyers: Carlsbad Real Estate - Affordable New homes in Carlsbad at Dolcetto - 07/20/08 12:27 PM
The Carlsbad real estate market continues to offer new construction homes in several subdivisions, although these numbers are dwindling as several thousand homes have been built, and sold, in the last several years.
Read: Carlsbad Village by the Sea
La Costa Greens has two villages that still have newly built and … (0 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Real Estate - New Construction Homes at Messina in La Costa Ridge in Carlsbad - 07/18/08 05:20 PM
There’s a sale going on right now…a good one…so if you are a Carlsbad home buyer seeking a brand new home,
listen up.
La Costa Ridge, in the La Costa area of Carlsbad, is a gated planned community perched on the highest point in Carlsbad with wonderful views of the … (7 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Buyers and Sellers - Want to Pimp Your Garage? - 07/17/08 11:16 PM
Carlsbad buyers often are interested in how large a garage is (3-car garages are a common desire) at the homes they are considering. And some will not buy certain homes because the garages are not elaborate enough. Or large enough.
You may not be able to add a garage but you … (15 comments)
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buyers: Leucadia Real Estate - Ocean Front Homes at Sea Bluff - 07/17/08 07:32 PM
Encinitas area buyers (including those in Carlsbad) who are exploring the Leucadia real estate market
will find a lot to like here.
This funky community along the coast highway (Route 101) has a reputation for being eclectic, not mainstream, and a terrific place for summer vacations, surfing, and beach life … (3 comments)
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buyers: 6547 Calle Valperizo, Carlsbad (La Costa), California 92009 - 07/17/08 01:56 PM
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buyers: A Video Tour of Cardiff-by-the-Sea, California - A Charming Seaside Town - 07/16/08 11:53 PM
Here’s a brief tour in my car of Cardiff, California, a wonderful seaside town just south of Encinitas.
Cardiff, more formally known as Cardiff-by-the-Sea, is a quaint small town with a history of surfing and all that entails. The Cardiff real estate market is a challenge due to pricing and somewhat … (6 comments)
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buyers: Leucadia Real Estate - Updates on the Leucadia Real Estate Market - 07/15/08 10:52 PM
If you know anything about Encinitas, or live in the area (right next door to Carlsbad), you are likely acquainted with LEUCADIA, the cool, funky part of Encinitas as the north end.
The community exudes surfer-beach-eclectic funkiness, which is what appeals to the folks who live and visit there. From the … (0 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Real Estate - Buying a Golf Course Frontage Home in Carlsbad - 07/15/08 12:46 PM
Carlsbad has a reputation as a golfing community, and many buyers considering the Carlsbad real estate market for second/vacation homes, primary homes or for retirement express an interest in living on or very near one of the Carlsbad golf courses. While views or proximity to these venues is reasonably available, finding … (4 comments)
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buyers: Not Everyone Wants a Mortgage - 07/14/08 10:06 PM
There is always room for a new perspective, whether you are considering the value of home ownership, or obtaining a mortgage.
When working with buyers from other countries, it is important to understand their possibly unique perspective on what owning a home means to them, and how they perceive having a … (16 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Real Estate - View Homes at Montevina at Rancho Carrillo - 07/11/08 10:10 PM
The Carlsbad real estate market continue to offer a variety of options to buyers, with a substantial, but not excessive, inventory and a broad range of home styles and prices.
Should you be so fortunate at to be looking at Carlsbad homes for sale, you are in a good situation as … (3 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Real Estate - Update on Robertson Ranch: Carlsbad's Newest Residential Community - 07/11/08 01:53 AM
Carlsbad real estate continues to undergo significant growth in some areas, in accordance with the Smart Growth plans of the city and approvals by the city planning board.
The Carlsbad real estate market has seen the addition of over 3000 housing units in several major planned communities that have sprouted up … (4 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad - A Residential Community or an Agricultural Community? - 07/09/08 11:02 AM
Carlsbad is a beautiful seaside town in North County San Diego with rolling hills, broad open spaces, and gorgeous vistas of the back country, the lagoons (3 of them) and the ocean.
Of course you can't forget the charming Carlsbad Village either, the center of retail and business activity in the … (5 comments)
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buyers: A Video Tour of Calavera Hills in Carlsbad, CA - 07/08/08 08:54 PM
Here’s a brief video tour of the master planned community of Calavera Hills in east Carlsbad.
The community features a number of different neighborhoods with attached and detached homes, with a range of prices from the $300s to over $800K.
Beautiful Calavera Hills Park near Mystic Point is the site of … (5 comments)
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buyers: Lessons from a Chinese Real Estate Delegation - And Blogging Started it All - 07/07/08 10:42 PM
Blogging opens the doors to China was the title of a recent post. It was with a bit of pride, and awe, that prompted that article on what can develop from our blogging. It has been an awesome experience.
Today was the big day - the presentation to the Chinese Delegation … (11 comments)
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buyers: The 4th of July at La Costa, Carlsbad - It's All About the Neighborhood - 07/07/08 08:58 AM
On the face of it this is simply sharing a video of the fireworks finale at the famed La Costa Resort and Spa.
As in years past, the fireworks were terrific and enjoyed by those staying at the resort, as well as many of us living in the adjacent neighborhood abutting … (6 comments)
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buyers: How to Create Raving Fans Even When the Home Does Not Sell - 07/06/08 01:34 PM
Today was a bittersweet day.
A terrific listing I had, and a beautiful home, came to an end. I knew this day was a possibility, since the sellers were very upfront from the beginning. They are relocating and the agreement was to try and sell the house (their preference) but after … (75 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Real Estate - Ocean Pointe Condos Near the Beach and Carlsbad Village - 07/05/08 12:32 AM
Carlsbad buyers seeking home ownership near the beach have a number of options, many of which are not inexpensive, especially the detached homes. But if you are open to a condo Ocean Pointe is one complex that you might consider, especially if being west of the 5 freeway is important.
Being … (2 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Celebrates the July 4th Holiday in Style - 07/03/08 11:06 AM
The July 4th holiday is the biggest weekend of the summer, and Carlsbad residents and visitors have lots of ways to celebrate. From beaches to family picnics and parties to restaurants to fireworks, there is something of all to enjoy. And of course our fabulous weather which is predicted to be, … (4 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Home Buyers - There's a New Source of Anxiety - 07/02/08 08:55 PM
Buying a home causes much anxiety for first time home buyers as well as those with experience.
From the home search all the way through closing, there are multiple hoops to jump through, and a myriad of issues that can crop up to stop you in your tracks.
Some transactions go … (8 comments)
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buyers: In The Funk Zone, Jazz at the Courthouse, and Great Dining - Cool Shopping, Music and Food in Santa Barbara California - 06/29/08 11:28 PM
I was in Santa Barbara on Friday June 27 for a quarterly meeting of the Southern California Chapter of the CRS - more on some learning from that meeting.
Before heading back to Los Angeles where we were staying we decided to poke around Santa Barbara a bit and enjoy dinner … (10 comments)
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buyers: Favorite Breakfast Place in Manhattan Beach, California - 06/29/08 06:59 PM
My favorite breakfast place is in Manhattan Beach, some 90 miles north of Carlsbad. Not only is it my fave in Manhattan Beach but my favorite anywhere I think.
The Local Yolk is on Highland in the heart of this charming, and expensive, beach town and has been feeding locals since … (6 comments)
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buyers: Relocating Buyers - Is Your Buyer Agent a Liability? - 06/27/08 06:44 PM
If you are relocating you have a lot to think about and accomplish. Even more so if you are selling your home.
But the big task, in my mind, is finding a home in your new location. Depending on your familiarity with the new locale, and the time you have to … (21 comments)
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buyers: Top 10 Reasons to Love Encinitas, California - 06/23/08 10:49 PM
Encinitas, California, in North County San Diego, offers a lot to love for residents and visitors.
Located about 25 miles from San Diego and about 100 miles south of Los Angeles, there are many things to like about living in this seaside community.
Here’s the top 10 list (in no particular … (11 comments)
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buyers: A Crazy Day of Ups and Downs in the Life of a REALTOR - 06/22/08 10:54 AM
We all have good days and bad, and some truly crazy ones mixed in that drive the stress level up, and tire the brain. It’s part of the real estate business, and life in general.
Showing property downtown, to me, is a huge challenge. It was so in Boston, and it … (47 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Real Estate Challenges for Real Relocation Buyers - 06/21/08 02:07 PM
This article is about REAL real estate challenges for serious relocation buyers to Carlsbad, or anywhere for that matter. If you are not serious about your relocation and buying a new home now, you can certainly benefit from these pointers, but then if you are not really serious when the time … (2 comments)
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buyers: San Marcos Real Estate - The Residential Community of Santa Fe Hills - 06/21/08 09:58 AM
San Marcos is a growing and thriving community just east of Carlsbad. A broad range of housing that is more affordable than it's westerly neighbor, similar weather, and a large commercial and retail area have contributed to the growing popularity of San Marcos for many local buyers and those who are … (5 comments)
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buyers: San Elijo Hills Real Estate - A Video Tour of this Master Planned Community - 06/17/08 09:19 AM
San Elijo Hills is a recently built (still under construction) master planned commnunity in San Marcos, built on the highest point in North County San Diego. Fabulous views, quality builders, a focus on walkability, and a feeling of a self-contained village combine to make this one of the more popular residential … (7 comments)
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buyers: Reality on the Carlsbad Freeway - A Video Tour of a California Freeway - 06/13/08 11:49 PM
This is a bit off the wall, but this is California, and me. And if you are not from here, or have never visited, a reality cruise on the freeway is a new adventure.
Thinking about relocating here? Or just curious? Take a look at a short drive on local freeway.
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buyers: Carlsbad Real Estate Buyers - Are You Doing Enough with Your Home Inspection? - 06/12/08 07:23 PM
Folks who are buying Carlsbad real estate, or anywhere for that matter, owe it to themselves to do a thorough investigation of the property they wish to buy. This is not new news, or shouldn’t be.
Most REALTORS strongly encourage buyers to hire a home inspector to investigate the home they … (16 comments)
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buyers: A Video Tour of Bressi Ranch in Carlsbad, California - A Master Planned Community - 06/11/08 10:59 PM
Here's a video tour of the Bressi Ranch master planned community in Carlsbad, California. One of the newest planned communities in the Carlsbad real estate market, Bressi Ranch offers a range of housing, amenities, recreational opportunities and both corporate and retail facilities.
This community is about 5 miles inland from the … (9 comments)
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buyers: Encinitas - A Center for Yoga in San Diego County - 06/10/08 01:38 PM
I took my first yoga class last week. Big deal, you might say. I have been thinking about taking yoga for a long time, certainly as long as I have lived here in Carlsbad. And I’ve been told it would be good for my back. So I finally took the plunge … (8 comments)
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buyers: A Video Tour of Carlsbad Village in Carlsbad California - 06/10/08 12:23 AM
If you are considering buying Carlsbad real estate, or are just plain interested in this terrific seaside community in North County San Diego as a place to live or visit, you might enjoy these two videos of the downtown village area.
If you want to learn more about Carlsbad and Carlsbad … (6 comments)
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buyers: A Video Tour of Pacific Beach in San Diego - 06/09/08 10:57 AM
Here's a short video tour of Pacific Beach in San Diego, California.
Read more about Pacific Beach here.
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If I can provide more information about Carlsbad and surrounding areas, or the housing market in general, or otherwise assist you in your homes search, please contact me by phone or text … (8 comments)
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buyers: A Video Tour of Mt. Soledad in La Jolla, California - 06/08/08 10:10 PM
I recently wrote a longer post about Mt. Soledad in beautiful La Jolla, but here are just the videos. Enjoy.
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If I can provide more information about Carlsbad and surrounding areas, or the housing market in general, or otherwise assist you in your homes search, please … (16 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Real Estate - Town Homes at Mystic Point in Calavera Hills - 06/06/08 10:14 AM
Carlsbad home buyers have a diversity of choices when searching for a new home, depending on their budget and the area they prefer to live in.
There are many different Carlsbad neighborhoods and subdivisions, and each one has a different feel and appeal. Knowing which neighborhoods are likely to offer the … (4 comments)
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buyers: Financial Planning and Your Second Home - 06/04/08 11:54 PM
I started a series recently on financial planning as it pertains to real estate purchases.
We talked about financial planning in general, keeping in mind our overall financial goals as we consider our real estate purchase. My friend Paul Paroti, a financial planner, shared his wisdom with me regarding making these … (2 comments)
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buyers: MT. Soledad in La Jolla, California - Forever Views of San Diego and La Jolla - 06/03/08 05:58 PM
Mt. Soledad in La Jolla is a fascinating place to visit for a visual perspective on the San Diego area.
With views extending 30 miles or more in all directions, one really gains a better idea of the diversity of the San Diego landscape, as well as a bird’s eye view … (15 comments)
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buyers: Using Video to Market Investment Properties - 06/03/08 10:16 AM
Selling investment real estate in some areas has become increasingly challenging due to pricing issues – higher prices and rents not keeping pay to provide sufficient cash flow unless the investor is putting down a large chunk of cash.
And marketing these properties can be difficult when there are tenants in … (43 comments)
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buyers: Commitment is NOT a Four Letter Word - 05/31/08 12:35 PM
Commitment is not a four letter word.
But judging from what you see on the part of some Carlsbad real estate agents, buyers and sellers, one would think commitment is the furthest thing from their minds…indeed, something to be shunned, and avoided at all costs.
Commitment implies, well, a willingness to … (11 comments)
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buyers: Are the Carlsbad Dogs in Charge or Are the Sellers? - 05/30/08 10:05 AM
This is intended to be somewhat humorous, as the following quotes will show.
But the issue at the heart of this fun is not. Selling a home where there are pets is a challenge, as most agents will attest. It’s hard on the pet lovers, the pets, AND the buyers. Some … (20 comments)
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buyers: A Financial Planning Guide to Down Payments - 05/27/08 10:35 PM
I recently wrote about the importance of considering your overall financial status and goals when making a Carlsbad home purchase. It’s a big decision and there can be huge financial implications, both in the near term and down the road.
Most buyers, unless they qualify for 100% financing or obtain gift … (13 comments)
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buyers: The 4th Time and It's a Winner - 05/26/08 11:53 PM
This post is about relocation buyer perseverance and patience, and the trials and tribulations of the short sale, foreclosure and REO market in my area.
I was referred a young couple relocating from the Northwest. He had already started a new job in the San Diego area and they still had … (36 comments)
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buyers: Maybe You Should Say Hello - 05/26/08 10:18 PM
Perhaps this sounds a bit like rules of etiquette by Emily Post, but there nothing wrong with being polite, is there?
But how often do you say “hello” when you are out showing property to your buyers. Perhaps you don’t and you should.
We have all had some uncomfortable experiences when … (30 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Real Estate - Market Report for April 2008 - 05/24/08 01:23 PM
Here’s an update on the Carlsbad real estate market for April 2008 from the MLS (homes sold privately are not include in these data).
Homes for sale – 531 detached, 254 attached (up 14% since January)
138 detached and 61 attached homes came on the market in April (7% less than … (5 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Real Estate - Condos at Windsong Palms near Carlsbad Village - 05/23/08 11:14 PM
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buyers: Encinitas Real Estate - The Lofts at Moonlight Beach (Commercial) - 05/20/08 06:27 PM
There is burgeoning interest in work-live lofts in North San Diego County – a concept that has moved from the major cities to smaller communities – and Encinitas real estate is now no exception.
Carlsbad has BluWater Crossing, work-live lofts under construction just a hop, skip and jump from the ocean … (6 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Buyers and Sellers - Have You Checked with Your Psychic Today? - 05/19/08 08:19 PM
Carlsbad buyers and sellers – Wondering if your house will sell? Have you consulted your psychic today?
If not, read on.
Given today’s real estate market and the media maelstrom of bad news, Carlsbad buyers and sellers are understandably concerned about the market. Folks ask questions about the housing market … (26 comments)
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buyers: Beach Life in and Around Carlsbad - 05/12/08 10:41 AM
Mention the words Southern California and many think of our beautiful beaches and terrific weather. Some others things too, but we won’t get into that.
Beach life in the Carlsbad area of Southern California IS something special. And with the massive coastline we have, you are hard pressed to not find … (8 comments)
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buyers: Zillow - You Are Driving Me Nuts - 05/12/08 10:20 AM
This is a follow-up post to an excellent article by Lola Audu about agents’ listing data. I would strongly encourage you to read it and comment. She raises some excellent issues that all should keep in mind regarding where your listing data are sitting.
Lola’s post got me thinking more about … (61 comments)
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buyers: Buying a Fixer Home in Carlsbad, or Anywhere Else - 05/11/08 08:22 PM
Many buyers these days, if not all, are looking for a deal in this housing market. And why not?
Some are seeking to buy a short sale, foreclosure or bank-owner property.
Read: Buying a Short Sale Property as you consider this option
Others are attracted by new home construction, such as … (16 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Real Estate - Buying a Home with a Private Residents' Club - 05/10/08 02:31 PM
Carlsbad home buyers have lots of choices in homes for sale in today’s market. And those choices will vary depending on the criteria buyers have for their new homes and the communities they wish to live in. Of course many of these choices will be limited by the budget.
Carlsbad has … (1 comments)
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buyers: Mother's Day OPEN HOUSE at 6324 Greenhaven Drive in Bressi Ranch, Carlsbad - 05/10/08 09:43 AM
Carlsbad home buyers have a terrific opportunity this coming Mother’s Day (ya didn’t forget did you?).
The first public Open House will be held at this stunning Carlsbad home on Sunday May 11 from 1 – 4 PM. Refreshments will be served.
With around 3000 SF, 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, … (0 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Homes - Buying a Single Story Home Can Be a Challenge - 05/08/08 11:11 PM
A fair number of Carlsbad buyers, and others in the general area, are seeking to buy a single story home. For some, this is a requirement, and others just have a preference.
The reasons for this request vary.
Some folks are experiencing health issues which make climbing stairs difficult, or … (2 comments)
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buyers: OFF MARKET - NEW LISTING at 6324 Greenhaven Drive in Bressi Ranch, Carlsbad 92009 - 05/07/08 10:52 PM
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buyers: 9 Advantages of Working with A Real Estate Professional Who Blogs - 05/04/08 04:18 PM
A couple of years ago blogging was almost an unknown, certainly not common knowledge. Some agents and other real estate professional were involved but not to the extent we see today. Similarly, use of the Internet by buyers and sellers continues to grow dramatically – it is hard to find … (44 comments)
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buyers: 4034 Ingraham Street in Pacific Beach 92109: Terrific Investment Property in San Diego - 05/04/08 12:06 PM
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buyers: Carlsbad Real Estate - Buyers, Things to Know About Master Planned Communities - 05/03/08 10:11 AM
Carlsbad buyers have lots of options in terms of style, location and price. And often buyers have a good idea of the type of community they want to live in.
For some, a subdivision provides the right feel, and amenities that they are seeking. They are OK with the consistency, … (4 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad's Museum of Making Music and Other Area Museums - 04/30/08 09:57 AM
San Diego has a rich history and a variety of museums for residents and visitors to enjoy. Here are some of the more unique ones.
Carlsbad is lucky to be the owner of one of these museums, and a rather interesting one at that.
The Carlsbad Museum of Making Music … (4 comments)
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buyers: Financial Planning and Your Carlsbad Home Purchase - 04/29/08 10:57 PM
Buying a Carlsbad home these days is a huge expense and a major financial decision for most people.
Is YOUR home purchase part of an overall financial plan or do you view it as an isolated decision? Or have you not even thought about having a long term financial … (5 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad - A City Focusing on Livable Communities - 04/29/08 10:05 AM
Carlsbad, like many Southern California towns in San Diego County, has experienced substantial growth in recent years (about 95,000 currently), and is expected to continue that growth. The growing pains have included more traffic, issues of affordable housing, preservation of open space, providing services for residents, schools, environmental concerns (e.g., … (5 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Buyers - Are You Ready for a Part-Time Job? - 04/28/08 01:50 AM
Carlsbad home buyers. You are in for a treat…buying your first, or a new, home.
The inventory is great, interest rates are historical (well, almost), and this may be a terrific time to buy, unless you are seeking to purchase and sell in a couple of years and make a … (11 comments)
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buyers: Building Rapport with Clients - Lessons from Web 2.0 - 04/25/08 10:45 AM
Rapport, as everyone knows, is an essential part of building a relationship with clients, whether buyers or sellers.
In the “old” days this could not really occur until that call came in from a prospect about buying or selling, or you made contact with someone through a cold call, door … (16 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Seniors Center - The Center of Activity in Carlsbad Village - 04/24/08 10:01 PM
Carlsbad has a long and positive reputation as a retirement community, as a result of the weather, amenities, golf and other outdoor activities, and its beaches.
Carlsbad also has a number of 55+ communities as well as seniors apartments that cater to the burgeoning seniors populations. A center of activity … (0 comments)
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buyers: Support the Local Carlsbad Farmer's Market - 04/24/08 10:55 AM
One of the many positive aspects of living in Southern California are the farmers markets, which can be found in most communities throughout the year.
And Carlsbad is no exception.
The Carlsbad Farmer’s Market is held on Wednesdays year round from 1 – 5 PM, and on Saturdays … (6 comments)
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buyers: Short Sales - A Misnomer AND a Marketing Ploy - 04/23/08 02:03 PM
Short sales continue on, with no end in sight.
Buyers continue to inquire about them, ask to see them (sometimes they have no choice in their price range) and to view them as potential deals.
Short sale REALLY is a misnomer, as we all understand. Nothing could be further … (22 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Market Report - March 2008 - 04/22/08 08:53 PM
Here are the market data for the Carlsbad real estate market for March 2008 from the MLS (homes sold privately are not include in these data).
Carlsbad Homes for sale – 508 detached, 253 attached (up 11% since January)157 detached and 57 attached homes came on the market in March … (0 comments)
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buyers: Encinitas Street Fair Comes to Town - 04/21/08 06:18 PM
Yet another marvelous outdoor event is yours to enjoy this coming weekend.
The 25th Annual Encinitas Street Fair sponsored by the Downtown Encinitas Mainstreet Association, will be held in the heart of Encinitas on Saturday and Sunday from 9 AM until 5 PM each day. The fair is held along … (4 comments)
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buyers: The Luxury Home Hunt in San Diego - 04/21/08 10:21 AM
Luxury home buyers in the San Diego area have lots of choices these days. The key is knowing where to look for the type of property you want that meets your needs and budget, if any.
The coastal areas of San Diego include several communities where luxury homes are common … (2 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Things to Do - Take a Walk or a Hike - 04/18/08 09:53 AM
Our wonderful weather allows you to enjoy the outdoors year-round, except for the few times we get rain. A favorite outdoor activity in Carlsbad is taking a walk or hike, and we have plenty of hiking trails to accommodate any ability level.
And a pleasant walk allows you to escape the … (6 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Home Sellers – What will Your Listing Agent do for You? - 04/17/08 04:23 PM
Selling your Carlsbad home is a challenge in today’s market. Making the decision to sell can be difficult enough, so you want to know that the REALTOR you hire will get the job done (that’s assuming you price the home correctly – everyone knows an overpriced home will not sell, … (1 comments)
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buyers: Relocating Buyers – San Diego International Airport IS the Gateway to Your New Home - 04/16/08 09:55 PM
This post is about an airport, Not terribly exciting, but something most of us can identify with…and perhaps not with fond feelings. Having experienced the issues associated with increased security, delayed and canceled flights, and all the other “joys” of air travel, the word AIRPORT probably dredges up some rather … (6 comments)
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buyers: 6547 Calle Valperizo in Carlsbad, California, 92009 (expired - to be relisted) - 04/15/08 07:37 PM
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buyers: Carlsbad Real Estate - Hanover Beach Colony: Coastal Homes with Views - 04/14/08 09:07 AM
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buyers: Will YOU Take the Time That's Necessary? - 04/12/08 11:58 PM
Our world is becoming more fast paced than ever. Technology enables us to work faster, yet it also encourages expectations of lightening fast responses and decisions. With a few clicks of the mouse we can buy pretty much what we want, or find the information we need. We can text … (29 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Real Estate - Laguna Point: Condos in Carlsbad Village - 04/11/08 10:09 AM
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buyers: Carlsbad, California and Historic Route 101 - The Coast Highway - 04/09/08 11:13 AM
Are you ready for a road trip? Great – here it is. This is all about Route 101 in Carlsbad – things to see and do, and a bit of the history. Have a great ride.
Carlsbad is located about 30 miles north of San Diego on the beautiful Southern … (67 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Real Estate - A Video Tour of Aviara and More - 04/08/08 10:18 PM
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buyers: Carlsbad Home Sellers - I Learned More About You Than I Want to Know - 04/07/08 10:44 AM
This letter is fictitious, but the general comments and scenarios are not. I have shown over 100 properties in the last couple of weeks and these are from those showings. Sellers – take heed. These are just a few of the many comments my clients shared with me. I share … (8 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Homes - Heron Bay: View Homes on a Hill - 04/05/08 07:31 PM
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buyers: The Topsy Turvy World of Short Sales - 04/04/08 10:57 AM
The real estate world in the last year or two has had several buzz words. They jump out at you from the headlines, they are the topic of conversation at cocktail parties, and everyone has an opinion about them…and a prediction.
Bubble certainly is one of them. Mortgage crisis is … (7 comments)
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buyers: Bressi Ranch Corporate Center - At the Bressi Ranch Community in Carlsbad - 04/01/08 11:54 PM
The Bressi Ranch master planned community is one of the premier planned communities in North County San Diego, located in a highly visible location at the intersection of El Camino Real and Palomar Airport Road in the heart of Carlsbad. With about 585 acres, this community is unique in the … (0 comments)
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buyers: Lake San Marcos - What You Need to Know - 04/01/08 12:13 PM
Lake San Marcos is a residential resort golf community in San Marcos, California. The community has a long-standing reputation as a retirement community, with ideal weather, reasonable home prices, and a number of amenities.
Read: Lake San Marcos Residential and Resort Community in San Marcos, CA
Folks are often … (11 comments)
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buyers: A Creative Solution to a Challenging Yard in Cardiff - 03/29/08 11:14 PM
Sometimes a home is sited in a difficult spot which may make the yard, or the home itself, inconvenient or downright tough to live with: a steeply sloped site, for example. This can make a home more difficult to sell, even if there are other features, such as an ocean … (6 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Home Sellers - Get Ready, Get Set, Go! - 03/29/08 02:50 PM
This article is mainly for Carlsbad home sellers who are also buying a new home, and need to coordinate the two transactions. Of course, any seller might benefit from these suggestions, too, especially if you are doing this for the first time.
A recent deal involved a seller of mine … (2 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Home Buyers - Was it a GOOD "Walk in the Door Experience?" - 03/27/08 11:47 PM
Making a good first impression is important in lots of ways – when meeting new people, in business, when working with customers, AND, of course, when searching for a home. And having a good impression usually results in us responding in a positive way to others, or wanting to help … (7 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Homes - Paseo de la Costa: Walk to Amenities - 03/26/08 10:30 AM
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buyers: Carlsbad Homes - Cantata at Aviara - 03/13/08 04:43 PM
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buyers: Carlsbad's La Costa Resort Villas Are Now an Even Better Investment - 03/12/08 11:50 PM
The Villas at La Costa Resort and Spa in the La Costa area of Carlsbad are becoming an even better investment.
The La Costa Resort has been quite successful with the launch of their whole ownership condominium villas and are now selling in the 4th building with most units sold. … (8 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Homes - Pavona at Aviara - 03/11/08 08:14 PM
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buyers: Carlsbad Buyers - Better Call in the Professionals - 03/10/08 09:42 AM
Carlsbad buyers, whether you seeking your first home or are someone who is more experienced, there will be situations that arise when you had better call in the professionals.
Buyers should always have a home inspection completed on a prospective purchase, even if it is new construction. This is a vital … (2 comments)
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buyers: Up on the Rooftop - Just Another Part of My Job Description - 03/08/08 10:02 AM
Coming out of the corporate world, I am pretty used to job descriptions. Normally these are written documents that describe all that you are supposed to do in your job
...and what you are being held accountable for.
It's a bit different in our real estate world. Sure, there are … (12 comments)
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buyers: New Carlsbad Pre-School in Bressi Ranch - 03/06/08 09:47 AM
A new preschool is under construction on El Camino Real in Carlsbad adjacent to Bressi Ranch which will soon upgrade the preschool and after-school options of area children, including infants and toddlers.
Aspirations is well under way and the new facility will offer a range of programs for infants, toddlers, and … (4 comments)
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buyers: San Marcos Homes - Santa Fe Hills - 03/06/08 09:35 AM
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buyers: Carlsbad Things to Do - The Annual Carlsbad Multicultural Arts Festival - 03/04/08 08:29 PM
Carlsbad continues to impress with the breadth and diversity of events and activities for its residents and visitors all year round.
Read also: Carlsbad Easter Activities; The Flower Fields; Treat Yourself to a Spa; Visit the Carlsbad Lagoons; Things to do in Carlsbad
The 15th Annual Multicultural Arts Festival … (4 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Home Owners - Choosing a Landscaping Service - 03/02/08 10:39 PM
The Carlsbad area, and the rest of San Diego, is known for terrific weather year-round, which is great for people as well as the tropical vegetation. If you are a gardener, or just enjoy year-round greenery, then Carlsbad is a great area to be.
But what to do about all … (6 comments)
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buyers: What Hurdles Do YOU Have to Clear in a Short Sale - 03/01/08 10:22 PM
Short sales are all the buzz in the real estate world these days, for two reasons. One, there are lots of them, with more coming on the market every day. And two, buyers seem to have a keen interest in buying them as they perceive that they represent a good … (28 comments)
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buyers: Great Cuban Music, and Food, in Encinitas - 02/29/08 10:59 PM
I visited one of my fave restaurants in the Carlsbad area last night, Le Papagayo, in Leucadia (Encinitas) and heard a terrific Cuban band for the first time.
Luna Llena
(you can listen to some music here)
I love this band…and I think you will too, if you like the … (20 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Homes - What You Should Know About HOA Fees - 02/27/08 08:41 PM
Carlsbad home buyers often find themselves confronted with Home Owner Association (H.O.A.) fees when looking at homes for sale.
Fees can vary widely (from under $100/months to more than $400/month) and may add substantial costs to your monthly payments. Not all homes have them , but it is important as a … (12 comments)
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buyers: Carlsbad Homes - Montara at Calavera Hills - 02/26/08 09:20 AM
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buyers: Carlsbad Home Sellers and Relocation - Do I Rent It or Do I Sell It? - 02/25/08 08:44 PM
When you are planning to relocate the choice of whether to rent your house or to sell may plague you.
For most, the decision is simple. Sell the house, buy a home in your new location, and move. Other than the trials of selling and buying, this is a pretty … (10 comments)
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