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Uncategorized 4 Real Estate Moves With Surprise Tax Implications The conventional wisdom is that when you remodel your home, whatever you do, for the love of all that is sacred, save your receipts. And this is not a “save them until tax time” recommendation; it’s a “save them until you sell the place” mandate! The money you invest into improving your home over time gets added […]
Uncategorized Staging Tips That Help Homes Sell Quickly The numbers don't lie; often well-staged homes can see faster sales and higher offers than their cluttered counterparts. The key is getting an early start on the process. By beginning the monumental task of clearing the clutter and doing a pre-pack now, you can reduce the stress of preparing for showings and make it easier to move […]
Uncategorized Staging Tips That Help Homes Sell Quickly The numbers don't lie; often well-staged homes can see faster sales and higher offers than their cluttered counterparts. The key is getting an early start on the process. By beginning the monumental task of clearing the clutter and doing a pre-pack now, you can reduce the stress of preparing for showings and make it easier to move […]
Uncategorized December median home price hits $475,000 San Diego County home prices reached their second-highest peak for 2015 in December, real estate data firm CoreLogic reported Tuesday. The median home price rose 8 percent in the last 12 months to $475,000, CoreLogic said. The month-to-month increase was 1.5 percent. The median home price for December also happened to be the second-highest since […]
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Uncategorized Top Home Design Trends for 2016 Discover the looks that will make your place ultra chic (and which ones have worn out their welcome). Today, Zillow Digs announced the top home design trends for 2016, along with the three soon-to-be forgotten fads of 2015. Results were based on a survey of leading interior design experts and trending photos on Zillow Digs. So what will […]
Uncategorized 4 Numbers That Determine Your Buying Power Make sure you have a sense of how you measure up in these four key ways before you start the house hunt. When it comes to deciding on a home to purchase, the list of things to consider can be lengthy. But while you might be comparing square footage, finishes, and neighborhoods, mortgage lenders are looking at […]
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Uncategorized Have a Prosperous, Healthy and Happy New Year! Best Wishes in 2016!
Uncategorized Be prepared for stormy weather  Strong El Nino conditions are present and will likely contribute to significant storms this winter. To help make sure your home or business is ready for heavy rainfall, flooding and mudslides:  – Check the roof and make repairs to prevent leaks. Seal all seams and the edges of roof flashing as well as around vent pipes. – Clear […]
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Uncategorized November home prices up 8.9% in sluggish month! San Diego County home prices picked up in November despite sluggish sales, real estate data firm CoreLogic reported Wednesday. The median home price in the county rose 8.9 percent in the last 12 months to $468,100, CoreLogic’s November data shows. The month-to-month increase was 2.5 percent. For the month, 2,740 homes and condos sold in […]
Uncategorized Just SOLD! Feeling thankful for this recent SOLD and so thrilled for my clients who can start making new memories in 2016! 1593 Caudor – Encinitas – SOLD for $850,000!
Uncategorized Rent vs. Buy Calculator Is it cheaper for you to rent or buy? We'll show you how many years it will take before the cost of buying equals the cost of renting – the breakeven horizon. If you'll stay in your home past the breakeven horizon, consider buying; if you'll move sooner, renting might be a better option. Click […]
Uncategorized Wishing You a Happy Thanksgiving May you enjoy time with family, friends, good cheer and delicious food this Thanksgivng!
Uncategorized Holiday Entertaining Made Easy Is the whole family coming over for the holidays? Or perhaps you'd like to share some festive cheer with your neighbors? Whatever the reason, 'tis the season, so now's the time to start planning. Stock Your Pantry — Get ready for hosting with a well-stocked pantry and freezer. Must-haves include quick, no-cook appetizers; basic baking ingredients; spices […]
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Uncategorized Demand goes up. Supply goes down. Prices rise. It's a basic law of economics!   Nationally, that's happening right now. With normal population increases and an improving economy, demand is growing, and supply is tight in many areas.   Additionally, despite analysts' predictions, interest rates have held at relatively low levels. Low rates keep home payments more affordable.   What might this mean […]
Uncategorized San Diego home prices jump! Home prices increased by 0.8 percent in July and 5.4 percent over the full year in San Diego County, which posted the nation’s largest monthly gain, according to the S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Indices released Tuesday. The data, which are adjusted for seasonal swings, show the market was still delivering the kind of single-digit price appreciation […]
Uncategorized Thankful for Happy Clients Thankful for helping a wonderful family find their new home and start making wonderful new memories!   Donna Wettstein is a wonderful realtor. She went above and beyond to find my kids and I a home in the neighborhood we wanted. She is incredibly kind, while also being tenacious and hard working. I am so lucky […]