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carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Real Estate - Market Report for May 2008 - 07/26/08 01:16 AM

Here is the market report for May 2008 based on statistics from the MLS.
This does not include any private sales.
In May 2008 there were 130 homes sold in Carlsbad’s 4 zip codes (92008,92009,92010,920110, which represents the largest monthly sales thus far this year...about 4 times what we saw in … (4 comments)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 6547 Calle Valperizo, Carlsbad (La Costa), California 92009 - 07/17/08 01:56 PM

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carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Real Estate - BIG News, a Lot is for Sale - 06/13/08 09:48 AM

There's big news here in the Carlsbad real estate market.
There's a lot for sale. You may not think that's big news, but it is, at least in the minds of many Carlsbad residents.
Not a lot of property (but that's true too), but an actual lot. The lot is located … (6 comments)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: Planes, Trains and Automobiles - Carlsbad Buyers and Sellers Beware - 05/26/08 12:46 PM

Remember that silly movie of 1987 with the late John Candy and Steve Martin? Getting home for Thanksgiving is rarely that tough, and probably not as funny.
But this has nothing to do with that, other than the title. However, planes, trains and automobiles are a big issue in my area, … (4 comments)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Real Estate - Condos at Windsong Palms near Carlsbad Village - 05/23/08 11:14 PM

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carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: OFF MARKET - NEW LISTING at 6324 Greenhaven Drive in Bressi Ranch, Carlsbad 92009 - 05/07/08 10:52 PM

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carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 6547 Calle Valperizo in Carlsbad, California, 92009 (expired - to be relisted) - 04/15/08 07:37 PM

Visit 6547 Calle Valperizo for more information and virtual tours. **************************** … (11 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Real Estate - Hanover Beach Colony: Coastal Homes with Views - 04/14/08 09:07 AM

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carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Real Estate - Laguna Point: Condos in Carlsbad Village - 04/11/08 10:09 AM

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carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Real Estate - A Video Tour of Aviara and More - 04/08/08 10:18 PM

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carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - Heron Bay: View Homes on a Hill - 04/05/08 07:31 PM

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carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - Paseo de la Costa: Walk to Amenities - 03/26/08 10:30 AM

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carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Home Sellers - Are You Strapped In? - 03/19/08 05:09 PM

If you are a Carlsbad home owner selling your home (and elsewhere in California), you need to be strapped in. It’s the law.
This is NOT about your seatbelt strap, as you may have thought, but about your water heater.
You may not be aware of this, nor thinking about … (6 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Sellers - Need to Vacate Your Unsold Home to Relocate? Here's What you Should Do - 03/16/08 08:28 PM

In today’s market it is not unusual for sellers who are relocating, especially for a new job, to reach a point where they NEED to move to the new location even though they have not sold their current home.
How can you best handle this situation, and protect your investment? … (26 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - Cantata at Aviara - 03/13/08 04:43 PM

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carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - Pavona at Aviara - 03/11/08 08:14 PM

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carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - Montara at Calavera Hills - 02/26/08 09:20 AM

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carlsbad real estate: 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)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Village by the Sea - A Tour of Downtown - 02/22/08 07:23 PM

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carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Real Estate - It Looks Like a Circus in Your Yard - 02/13/08 07:00 PM

Hey, it looks like a circus tent in your neighborhood. And a patriotic one at that!
Any clue what it is?
As a Carlsbad home seller, the circus tent may very well end up in your yard. By choice, of course.
Carlsbad homes, like many Southern California homes, often … (18 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Real Estate - OPEN HOUSE at 3002 B La Costa Avenue - 02/09/08 04:31 PM

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carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Home Owners - Get Organized for Your Relocation: The Move Itself - 02/08/08 09:33 AM

Most folks can probably use a bit of organizing in their lives, and getting rid of some of that clutter. This is probably truer than ever if you are going to be relocating from your Carlsbad home, or moving here.
Preparing Your Home to Sell Preparing your Carlsbad home to … (6 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes – New Construction Homes at Emerald Pointe - 01/14/08 09:35 AM

Carlsbad home buyers seeking a new construction home have some new options at the Emerald Pointe community, a cul-de-sac of only 14 homes with open space just south of Palomar Airport Road off Aviara Parkway.
Emerald Pointe is close to the Aviara area of Carlsbad, to the south, and Palomar … (6 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - La Costa Condo Open House Today - 01/13/08 11:59 AM

OPEN HOUSE TODAYJanuary 13th from 1 - 4 PM
3002 La Costa Avenue, Unit B, Carlsbad
This newly remodeled 1 bedroom condo on the upper level (no neighbors above) with a large loft with closet, suitable for a second bedroom, office or TV area, is ready for you to move right … (3 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Relocation is NOT for Dummies (Part 5) - 01/07/08 10:47 PM

We are nearing the end of this series on Relocation is NOT for Dummies. I hope you find it useful in your own relocation. In case you are just joining in, here are the links to the first articles in the series:
Part 1 - Emotional and Psychological Issues
Part … (6 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - Poinsettia Cove, Gated Ocean-view Community - 01/05/08 08:30 PM

Carlsbad is located about 30 miles north of downtown San Diego and offers an idyllic year-round beach lifestyle. South Carlsbad State Beach is, in my opinion, one of the nicest in North County San Diego.
Carlsbad home buyers seeking to live within walking distance of the beach with possible ocean … (2 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes – A Unique Neighborhood along the La Costa Resort Golf Course - 12/27/07 08:01 PM

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carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - Buyers, The Choices are Yours, and There are Many - 12/21/07 05:09 PM

Carlsbad home buyers have much to be thankful for.
Let's count the ways...
726 homes on the market as of 12/21/07
While the prices here are high compared to other parts of the country, they are, relatively speaking, better than many of the other coastal communities (except for Oceanside to the north).
The … (22 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - Waterfront Living at an Affordable Price at Bristol Cove - 12/20/07 08:37 PM

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 at (760) 840-1360 or email me at JDowler@remax.net.
All content copyright © 2007 Jeff Dowler Carlsbad Homes and … (10 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - Viridian, the Newest La Costa Greens Community - 12/20/07 10:01 AM

Start YOUR CARLSBAD HOMES SEARCH HERE (and other area communities in San Diego including Cardiff, Solana Beach, Encinitas and San Marcos homes)
Visit CARLSBAD COMMUNITY REPORTS for profiles on communities, subdivisions and neighborhoods
All content copyright © 2007 Jeff Dowler Carlsbad Homes and Real Estate Tidbits
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carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Home Sellers - The Value of Signage - 12/18/07 06:43 PM

Achieving maximum exposure in today's market is key to selling your Carlsbad home. Of course if it is not priced well no amount of marketing and advertising will sell it.
Assuming the price is right, signage can go a long way toward gaining that exposure, if used correctly and you employ a … (27 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - Serenata, Fine Living in Aviara of Carlsbad - 12/12/07 10:33 AM

Start YOUR CARLSBAD HOMES SEARCH HERE (and other area communities in San Diego including Cardiff, Solana Beach, and Encinitas homes)
Visit CARLSBAD COMMUNITY REPORTS for profiles on communities, subdivisions and neighborhoods
All content copyright © 2007 Jeff Dowler Carlsbad Homes and Real Estate Tidbits
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carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - NEW LISTING at 3002B La Costa Avenue in Carlsbad - 12/10/07 05:01 PM

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carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Market Report - November 2007 - 12/08/07 02:38 PM

Here are the summary statistics from the MLS for Carlsbad for November 2007 (please note that this information does not include private sales or homes sold through builders that are not in the MLS).
Homes for sale - 491 detached, 281 attached (up by about 1% from October)127 detached and 56 attached … (3 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad - Senior Housing and Senior Services - 11/28/07 07:41 PM

One of the things that makes a community appealing, and viable as a place to live, work and grow old, is the attention paid to the housing and services provided in that community for a broad range of residents. Towns like Carlsbad are attractive to the residents because they provide a … (14 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Real Estate - Robertson Ranch, Carlsbad's Newest Community of Homes - 11/28/07 06:12 PM

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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 at (760) 840-1360 or email me at JDowler@remax.net.
All content copyright © 2008 Jeff Dowler Carlsbad Homes … (0 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - Market Report for October 2007 - 11/07/07 12:45 AM

The summary statistics for Carlsbad for October 2007 from the MLS are below (please note that this information does not include private sales or homes sold through builders that are not in the MLS).
Homes for sale - 493 detached, 274 attached (down 9% for detached and 5% for attached from September)130 … (8 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - New Construction Homes at Tamarack Beach Lofts - 11/02/07 08:55 PM

Start YOUR CARLSBAD HOMES SEARCH HERE (and other area communities in San Diego)
Visit CARLSBAD COMMUNITY REPORTS for profiles on communities, subdivisions and neighborhoods
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carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - New Construction Homes at The Bluffs at the Lagoon - 11/01/07 10:45 PM

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - Seaside Work-Live Condos at BluWater Crossing - 10/18/07 05:33 PM

Start YOUR CARLSBAD HOMES SEARCH HERE (and other area communities in San Diego)
Visit CARLSBAD COMMUNITY REPORTS for profiles on communities, subdivisions and neighborhoods
Request FREE BUYER AND SELLER REPORTS HERE
MORE REAL ESTATE INFORMATION:
Fans of Coastal San Diego - a fun blog about living in the San Diego area, including Encinitas and Carlsbad. I … (10 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - Short Sales and Bank Owned Properties - 10/17/07 09:30 AM

Everyone knows that the market has become flooded with short sale properties and bank owned properties. Some states, and markets, are suffering more than others.
Buyers are looking for deals, because of the large inventories that exist in many areas. Having been at the mercy of escalating prices and bidding wars … (9 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - New Construction Flooring Decisions - 10/07/07 05:14 PM

Buyers in the Carlsbad real estate market have a variety of options regarding their housing. They can choose to buy either one of the hundreds of resales or new construction. And within the resale category particularly, one can choose between attached and detached homes, condos or single family residences, and single … (10 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Real Estate - September 2007 Market Report - 10/06/07 06:38 PM

Here is an overview of the MLS housing statistics for Carlsbad for September 2007 (this information does not include private sales or homes sold through builders that are not in the MLS).
Homes for sale - 541 detached, 281 attached (same as August)134 detached and 67 attached homes came on the market … (10 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - There are LOTS in Carlsbad California - 10/03/07 06:18 PM

Start YOUR CARLSBAD HOMES SEARCH HERE (and other area communities)
Visit CARLSBAD COMMUNITY REPORTS for profiles on communities, subdivisions and neighborhoods
Request FREE BUYER AND SELLER REPORTS HERE
MORE REAL ESTATE INFORMATION:
Fans of Coastal San Diego - a fun blog about living in the San Diego area, including Carlsbad. I would love to have you … (4 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - What Can I Afford in Carlsbad? - 10/03/07 10:44 AM

I often get asked about Carlsbad home prices. Many buyers realize the costs of living in Southern California, but don't always have a good understanding of the actual market values.
It is true that the Carlsbad area IS expensive, although it is less so than many coastal communities. You can buy a … (4 comments)

carlsbad real estate: What Does it Cost to Own an Oceanfront Carlsbad Home? - 10/02/07 10:43 PM

Buyers who are interested in waterfront living should certainly be asking this question. The emphasis here is not so much on the actual cost of the home itself (here in the Carlsbad and Encinitas area you can expect to pay $2 million - $8 million for the privilege of owning a … (16 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - Outdoor Living, Dining and Cooking - 09/28/07 10:20 PM

Start YOUR CARLSBAD HOMES SEARCH HERE (and other area communities
Visit CARLSBAD COMMUNITY REPORTS for profiles on communities, subdivisions and neighborhoods
Request FREE BUYER AND SELLER REPORTS HERE
MORE REAL ESTATE INFORMATION:
Fans of Coastal San Diego - a fun blog about living in the San Diego area, including Carlsbad. I would love to have you … (18 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - Want Some Water with that Home? - 09/27/07 10:34 PM

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carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - Want to Live in a Gated Community? - 09/27/07 10:08 AM

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - Want a Casita with Your New Home? - 09/25/07 07:26 PM

One of the features of a more expensive home in Carlsbad and surrounding communities is a casita.
A casita is generally defined as a small house or guest house. In this area of Southern California they generally are attached to the main home and consist of a large bedroom, often with a … (16 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - Buying a View Home in Carlsbad - 09/24/07 02:02 PM

Lots of buyers looking at Carlsbad homes are interested in a property with a view of some sort, and there are lots of choices, depending on what you want in terms of view.
You can acquire a home with a view of the golf course (or even be directly ON the golf … (8 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - Harbor Pointe, a Gated Coastal Community - 09/18/07 11:24 PM

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - Communities, Subdivisions and Neighborhoods - 09/18/07 08:47 PM

Many Carlsbad home buyers have an interest in a specific area, or even a particular neighborhood. Some of this is driven by reputation or cost, but other times it is more an issue of location (inland, north, near the beaches) or style of home.
For many Carlsbad home buyers the neighborhood is … (11 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Home Buyers - What You Need to Know About the Purchase Agreement - 09/16/07 11:12 PM

Buying a Carlsbad home, or a house elsewhere in North County, means using the standard California Residential Purchase Agreement and Joint Escrow Instructions (a.k.a. RPA). It's an imposing document, especially for first time buyers. The standard document is 8 pages of single-spaced contract language, so for someone who has not done … (16 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - The Balearas Models at La Costa Greens are Here - 09/13/07 12:29 AM

Start YOUR CARLSBAD HOMES SEARCH HERE (and other area communities)
Request FREE BUYER AND SELLER REPORTS HERE
MORE REAL ESTATE INFORMATION:
Fans of Coastal San Diego - a fun blog about living in the San Diego area, including Carlsbad. I would love to have you stop by and add your own thoughts and recommendations.
Relocation A to … (2 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Relocation - Tips to Make the Most of House Hunting for Buyers - 09/12/07 12:16 AM

Some areas of the country are more prevalent for relocation than others, and Carlsbad (and San Diego in general) is one such place. Many agents, especially in this market, I expect, will work with relocation clients, while others specialize in these buyers because of their interest and experience. Whether or not … (12 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - How Far Is It To? - 09/08/07 10:04 PM

A question Carlsbad buyers often have is "How far is it to _____?" It seems this is typically focused on things like the beach (especially in my area in coastal Carlsbad), public transportation, the city (San Diego), golf options and so on. I suspect you have the same experience, with different … (2 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - Market Report for August 2007 - 09/06/07 05:08 PM

Here is a summary of the housing statistics from the MLS for Carlsbad for the month of August (this information does not include private sales or homes sold through builders that are not in the MLS).
Homes for sale - 532 detached, 288 attached (up 4% from July)174 detached and 99 attached … (8 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Real Estate - Is There Mold in YOUR House? - 09/05/07 09:59 AM

Is there mold in your Carlsbad home? Did the home inspection for the property you are trying to buy reveal possible mold?
It's likely the answer is YES in many Carlsbad homes. It's important to know that mold is very common both indoors and out, and molds provide a useful service … (18 comments)

carlsbad real estate: How to Make it Easy to Sell Your Carlsbad Home - 08/30/07 09:46 AM

Are you interested in knowing how to make your Carlsbad home easy to sell? It's not that difficult, even in today's market. You just to need to have the right ingredients.
The most obvious, which you already know, but perhaps are ignoring, is PRICE. If you price it right, it will … (10 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Shopping - Henry's Market - 08/28/07 10:10 AM

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Fans of Coastal San Diego - a fun blog about living in the San Diego area, including Carlsbad. I would love to have you stop by and add your own thoughts and recommendations.
Relocation A to Z - everything buyers and sellers need to know about relocation to … (12 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Why Oh Why Must We Pay Taxes? - 08/27/07 08:59 AM

I remember a line from one of the Absolutely Fabulous series shows when Edina, in court following DUI charges, bemoans "Why oh why must we pay taxes? ...Why don't you just tax the stupid people?"
Taxes are probably on everyone's list of things they don't like, or don't want to pay. The point … (15 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Homes - Alga Hills in La Costa - 08/23/07 05:07 PM

carlsbad real estate: What is that Noise? - 08/22/07 06:15 PM

Having sold real estate in the city in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and now in Southern California in the Carlsbad area, NOISE has taken on a lot more meaning than it used to. [photos courtesy of Flickr. Highway photo is NOT of the freeway in Carlsbad]
I have been asked many times by buyers … (18 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Sellers - Don't Be Saboteurs - 08/21/07 10:20 AM

This is for you, Mr. and Mrs. Seller. I hope this does not describe you. But it might.
I see a lot of Carlsbad sellers who are sabotaging their home sales in this market. I think of them as saboteurs, since they are doing things, either intentionally or not, that are making … (18 comments)

carlsbad real estate: Carlsbad Building Projects - 08/19/07 02:57 PM

I wrote an earlier post about the importance of knowing about building projects in your area, whether you are a buyer or a seller, since they may have an impact on someone's willingness to buy. And knowing what to disclose is also important.
Carlsbad is a community known for its smart growth … (2 comments)

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