southern california relocation dude: Buyer FAQ - How Do I Make an Offer in a Multiple Bid Situation?
- 06/13/17 08:25 AM
Buyer FAQ:
How Do I Make an Offer in a Competitive Bid Situation?
No buyers really want to have to compete against other buyers for a house they have fallen in love with and wish to buy. It’s tough enough just going through the offer process! And it’s pretty scary for first time buyers who have no experience with this real estate stuff!
But the reality is that in many markets, as a buyer you will have to do just that, so you probably are wondering how to go about it? The truth is, some of the things we’ll talk about are important to … (12 comments)
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southern california relocation dude: What’s My Rancho Santa Fe Home Worth? Market Report for May 2017
- 06/12/17 09:26 AM
What’s the Value of My Rancho Santa Fe Home?
As a buyer or seller in the Rancho Santa Fe real estate market, having information about the current market conditions will enable you to make an informed decision regarding what to do with regard to Rancho Santa Fe homes for sale.
The Rancho Santa Fe housing market is very localized, and the most expensive community, on average, in San Diego County, with large estates, gated communities, and luxury and equestrian properties. Knowing what is going on in the market with regard to inventory and sales is important for making an informed buying or selling … (7 comments)
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southern california relocation dude: What’s My Del Mar Home Worth? Del Mar Real Estate Market May 2017
- 06/12/17 07:47 AM
What’s the Value of My Del Mar Home?
Del Mar, a small coastal town in North San Diego County, is one of the most expensive communities. Indeed, Del Mar currently has one of the most expensive homes for sale on the public market in San Diego County ($49M – on the market for 8+ years with several price changes and now pending), and holds the record for the most expensive property sold (at about $48,000,000).
Up to date information on the local Del Mar housing market helps buyers and sellers make informed decisions about Del Mar homes for sale. Here are the … (3 comments)
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southern california relocation dude: Throwback Thursday: Balboa Park Sculpture
- 05/25/17 06:29 PM
Balboa Park Sculpture
Balboa Park is a wonderful park in San Diego, offering abundant open space, multiple museums, intriguing architecture, the world famous San Diego Zoo, and quite a number of interesting scultures.
I thought this was one of the more inspired pieces on one of our visits a number of years ago.
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southern california relocation dude: Time for the Popular Summer Flicks at the Fountain 2017 in Carlsbad
- 05/25/17 08:24 AM
Get Ready for the Popular Summer Flicks at the Fountain 2017
in Carlsbad Village
Summer is almost here, which means the return of the popular Flicks at the Fountain. Carlsbad Village will be offering the free Flicks at the Fountain outdoor movie series in Carlsbad on Thursday nights beginning July 6.
Flicks at the Fountain is a free outdoor movie series in downtown Carlsbad Village by the fountain, near the parking lot at the corner of State Street and Grand Avenue. The Flicks at the Fountain series will run through August 24.
Here’s the line-up:
July 6 The Secret Life of Pets
July 13 … (9 comments)
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southern california relocation dude: Oceanside Single Family Detached Homes Sales Report for Q1 2017
- 05/22/17 04:47 PM
Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for Q1 2017
The Oceanside real estate market continues to evolve, and the first quarter of 2017 has been busy with some shifts from last year. In this market report we focus on the activity for single family detached homes as reported in the MLS. Oceanside is located at the northern edge of San Diego County and is the least expensive coastal community in North County, in general.
READ MORE:
Oceanside California – A Growing and Changing Coastal San Diego Community
SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED HOME SALES Q1 2017
313 homes sold in the first quarter of 2017
Sales prices … (15 comments)
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southern california relocation dude: Arts and Culture Plan for Carlsbad CA is Underway
- 05/16/17 04:01 AM
Arts and Culture Plan for Carlsbad CA is Underway
The arts have been a big part of the Carlsbad community for years, and I’ve seen plenty of growth and changes in the arts and culture since moving here 12 years ago from Boston. Opportunities are everywhere – public art, theater, music programs, art fairs, educational programs and summer camps, and so much more.
The City of Carlsbad is developing a formal Art and Culture Plan to insure that continue growth of art and culture in our community. In conjunction with input from Carlsbad residents, the City will be identify the community’s priorities for … (19 comments)
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southern california relocation dude: What’s my Escondido Home Worth? Escondido Real Estate in April 2017
- 05/16/17 03:30 AM
What’s the Value of my Escondido Home?
Escondido is an inland community, about 17 miles from the coast and just east of San Marcos.
It’s important for buyers and sellers in the Escondido housing market to understand recent trends and current market conditions in order to make informed decisions about buying and selling Escondido homes; media reports focus on general market conditions and do not provide an accurate picture of the local Escondido real estate market nor how it impacts buyers and sellers.
READ MORE:
A Tour of Escondido – A Diverse Inland San, Diego Community
The following data are taken from the San Diego MLS … (10 comments)
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southern california relocation dude: What’s My Del Mar Home Worth? Del Mar Real Estate Market in April 2017
- 05/14/17 04:13 PM
What’s the Value of My Del Mar Home?
Del Mar, a small coastal town in North San Diego County, is one of the most expensive communities. Indeed, Del Mar currently has one of the most expensive homes for sale on the public market in San Diego County ($49M – on the market for 8+ years with several price changes and now pending), and holds the record for the most expensive property sold (at about $48,000,000).
Up to date information on the local Del Mar housing market helps buyers and sellers make informed decisions about Del Mar homes for sale. Here are the statistics … (5 comments)
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southern california relocation dude: What is My Oceanside Home Worth? Real Estate Report for April 2017
- 05/14/17 03:10 PM
What is the Value of My Oceanside Home?
The Oceanside real estate market continues to evolve. This market report does not include private sales nor manufactured, mobile or multifamily housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate at the time this report was written, but are not guaranteed.
Media reports speak in general terms, and not the reality of the local Oceanside housing market. Having data from a knowledgeable REALTOR about local market conditions benefits you as a buyer or seller so informed decisions about Oceanside homes for sale can be made.
READ MORE:
Oceanside California – A Growing … (4 comments)
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southern california relocation dude: TGIF Concerts in the Parks Series in Carlsbad Begins June 23, 2017
- 05/13/17 10:37 PM
Carlsbad TGIF Concerts in the Parks Series
Begins June 23, 2017
OK maybe it’s a little early, but it’s time to start thinking about summer in Carlsbad and the very popular TGIF Concerts in the Parks starting Friday, June 23rd. The free TGIF Concerts in the Parks are truly a highlight of our Carlsbad summers, and probably the best entertainment option around in North San Diego County!
The combination of great music, in one of 4 beautiful Carlsbad parks, on a summer evening, makes for a special time for area residents and visitors. And they’re FREE!! What more can you ask?
This year will … (9 comments)
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southern california relocation dude: The Newest Wall Mural in Carlsbad Village May 2017.
- 05/13/17 08:33 AM
The Newest Wall Mural in Carlsbad Village May 2017.
There is a new mural on the Carlsbad Art Wall, on the west wall at Senor Grubby's, a popular Mexican Restaurant in Carlsbad Village. The new mural, by Carlsbad muralist, Sean Dominguez, was finished this past weekend, despite the rain we had.
Carlsbad artist, Bryan Snyder, is the brainchild behind the Carlsbad Art Wall (CAW), created in cooperation with the owner of Senor Grubby’s Mexican Restaurant on Carlsbad Village Drive in the heart of the Village, easily visible as you head toward the beach – look to the left just past the rail … (16 comments)
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southern california relocation dude: Elizabethan Desserts - Alive and Well in Encinitas CA
- 05/12/17 11:33 AM
Elizabethan Desserts - Alive and Well in Encinitas CA
For those who have loved Elizabethan Desserts and were aware the shop closed in the fall of 2015, have no fear.
Elizabethan Desserts is very much alive and well something many dessert lovers in the area still might not know!
Elizabeth Harris is the founder, creator, and head baker at Elizabethan Desserts, founded in 2006, originally at the Sunshine Gardens. The bakery prospered for years and moved to a new location on El Camino Real by the Kohl’s (the current location), making way for her new venture, Betty’s Pie Whole, a western-theme sweet and savory … (12 comments)
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southern california relocation dude: What's My La Jolla Home Worth? La Jolla Real Estate Market April 2017
- 05/11/17 06:19 PM
What's the Value of My La Jolla Home?
The La Jolla real estate market is one of the most expensive in San Diego County. A virtual visit to La Jolla (see links below), or better yet in real life, will quickly give you a good sense of why this is so.
Having current, local information about La Jolla homes for sale is essential so you can make informed decisions about buying or selling a home in La Jolla. La Jolla is an expensive housing market, particularly for ocean-view and ocean-front homes and estates, for a number of reasons.
La Jolla, “The Jewel,” is an … (4 comments)
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southern california relocation dude: What’s my Solana Beach Home Worth? Market Report for April 2017
- 05/09/17 09:50 AM
What’s the Value of my Solana Beach Home?
Solana Beach is an affluent coastal town south of Encinitas and Cardiff, and one of the more expensive coastal communities in North San Diego County.
Understanding recent trends and current market conditions is essential so you can make informed decisions about buying or selling Solana Beach Homes for Sale; media reports focus on general market statistics and do not provide an accurate picture of the local Solana Beach housing market.
READ MORE about the Solana Beach Community:
Solana Beach Real Estate
The following data are taken from the San Diego MLS for Solana Beach real estate (private sales … (5 comments)
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southern california relocation dude: What’s my Encinitas Home Worth? Encinitas Homes for Sale in April 2017
- 05/08/17 03:38 PM
What’s the Value of my Encinitas Home?
Buyers and sellers in the Encinitas real estate market need to understand local market conditions in order to make informed decisions about what to do with regard to Encinitas homes for sale.
Here’s what happened in the Encinitas housing market for April 2017 based on statistics from the MLS (private sales are not included nor are manufactured, mobile or multi-family homes). These data are deemed reliable at the time this was written, but are not guaranteed due to how data may be entered into the MLS system.
READ MORE:
Encinitas – An Eclectic Seaside Community
Leucadia- Surfers' Beach Community … (3 comments)
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southern california relocation dude: What’s My Rancho Santa Fe Home Worth? Market Report for April 2017
- 05/08/17 08:27 AM
What’s the Value of My Rancho Santa Fe Home?
As a buyer or seller in the Rancho Santa Fe real estate market, having information about the current market conditions will enable you to make an informed decision regarding what to do with regard to Rancho Santa Fe homes for sale.
The Rancho Santa Fe housing market is very localized, and the most expensive community, on average, in San Diego County, with large estates, gated communities, and luxury and equestrian properties. Knowing what is going on in the market with regard to inventory and sales is important for making an informed buying or selling … (7 comments)
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southern california relocation dude: What’s My Carlsbad Home Worth? Carlsbad Home Sales for April 2017
- 05/05/17 11:06 AM
What’s the Value of My Carlsbad Home?
The Carlsbad real estate market continues to change, and the statistics for April show several shifts from last month and 1 year ago. These data do not include private sales or manufactured/mobile/multi-family housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate at the time they are reported but are not guaranteed.
Current data, and knowledge, about the local market conditions benefits you as a buyer or seller so you can make informed purchase and sale decisions about Carlsbad homes for sale.
READ MORE ABOUT CARLSBAD:
Carlsbad Village by the Sea
101 Things to … (9 comments)
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southern california relocation dude: 2017 Chocolate Festival at the San Diego Botanic Garden in Encinitas
- 05/04/17 08:42 PM
2017 Chocolate Festival at the San Diego Botanic Garden
in Encinitas
It’s time again for the ever-popular San Diego Botanic Garden Chocolate Festival. The festival will be held in Encinitas on May 13, 2017 (the day before Mother’s Day!! Just a small hint) from 9 – 4:30. Just think, you can have chocolate for breakfast!!
For those who are chocolate lovers, how can you resist this event? My wife and I were there with friends back in 2014 and it was amazing, and as tasty as I hoped for!
You can enjoy delectable tastings (Tasting tickets sold on-site at $1 per tasting ticket, with … (15 comments)
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southern california relocation dude: What’s My Cardiff-by-the-Sea Home Worth? Market Report April 2017
- 05/03/17 05:27 PM
What’s the Value of My Cardiff-by-the-Sea Home?
Buyers and sellers in the Cardiff real estate market look for up to date information about local and current market conditions to make informed decisions about Cardiff homes for sale.
The Cardiff-by-the-Sea housing market is small and very localized, and finding comparables for determining price for either a listing or a purchase can be tricky due to limited inventory, the diversity of Cardiff properties for sale, and market fluctuations.
Want to learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
Cardiff by the Sea – Quintessential Beach Community
A Visual Tour of Cardiff-by-the-Sea
Like to Walk? Live in the Walking District in Cardiff … (3 comments)
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