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Beautiful Cielo Estate

1+ acre lot in Cielo Estates. Great views and perfect peace and quiet from this outstanding property located on a small cul-de-sac. You will love the warm tones, detached casita, fun bonus room, and solid floor plan. Backyard has plenty of play space for the kids and great entertaining areas for the adults. Custom wrought iron work throughout.

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Charming Townhome in Poway – Bank Owned Foreclosure

Perfect corner unit bank owned REO in great condition. Lovely townhome across from Midland Elementary School. Walk to farmers market, Old Poway Park and quaint shops. Plantation shutters, spacious master bedroom with walk in closet, bright open kitchen with new appliances and wood flooring

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Wonderful Santaluz Sentinel In Escrow– Short Sale

Great Plan 1 Sentinel, sitting on one of the highest points in Santaluz. This Short Sale opportunity wont last given the view, perfectly maintained home, wide open private courtyard and the detached guest home. Great value for Santaluz.

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How To Qualify For A Mortgage In Today’s Market

As tempting as the real estate market is for most potential buyers, lending guidelines are scaring some away. As a Member of the Top 5 in Real Estate Network®, I’ve learned that it definitely boils down to four principal elements that can impact a lender’s decision to lend:

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Relocating: The Definitive List To Finding The Right Real Estate Agent

Believe it or not, although selling and purchasing a house is among the most stressful, most important financial and way of life investments you’ll ever make, a lot of people invest very little time in selecting a real estate agent to work with. Even worse, many people tend to think that all real estate agents are the exact same and possess the very same skill sets and capabilities. However, as those of you who have worked with a number of different agents already know, no two San Diego real estate agents are alike. Skills and expertise vary greatly. As Continue Reading →

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Seven Things To Look For In A Real Estate Professional

Let’s face it — in today’s challenging economy, just about every penny you can save matters. That’s why some homeowners attempt to sell their property on their own, which is not surprising. Nevertheless, in accordance with the latest survey performed by the Multiple Listing Service MRIS, the vast majority of homeowners said that working with a truly professional agent is the only way to go … especially in today’s market place. In this landmark study examining home buying and selling within the Mid-Atlantic region, 95% reported that working with a genuine real estate expert is just as essential, if not Continue Reading →

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6 Great Ideas for Reducing Allergens in the Bedroom

Even though most people equate allergies with hay fever and outdoor triggers such as pollen, indoor allergens are also a major issue, even in a relatively dry place like San Diego. Indoor allergens effect on sleep is profound – allergy sufferers may experience insomnia or difficulty breathing throughout the night; plus, allergies can enhance the tendency to snore, which causes problems in so many other areas of our lives. Just ask all the wives out there reading this article.

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Pending Home Sales Still On The Rise

Pending house sales improved further in December 2010, marking the fifth gain in the past six months, according to the National Association of REALTORS. The Pending Home Sales Index, a forward-looking indicator, increased 2.0% to 93.7 based on contracts signed in December from a downwardly revised 91.9 in November. The index is 4.2% below the 97.8 mark in December 2009. The data reflects contracts and not closings, which usually occur with a lag time of one or two months. Lawrence Yun, NAR chief economist, credits great affordability conditions and economic improvement. Modest gains within the labor marketplace and the improving Continue Reading →

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Five Strategies To Help With Finances After You Close Escrow

The last of the paperwork has been filed away keys the are finally in hand. Congratulations on joining the ranks of home buyers who’ve taken advantage of today’s opportunistic real estate market. But closing on your new San Diego home is just the first step toward reaching your long-term financial goals. As a member of the Top 5 in Real Estate Network®, I advise my clients on financial matters and so they can best protect their new investment. Here are five smart financial tips for after the close of escrow: 1. Don’t splurge. It is tempting to decorate each room Continue Reading →

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Top Five Strategies For Buying San Diego Luxury Homes

While the media devotes a lot of space and time to highlighting the negative aspects of today’s real estate marketplace, there are really many distinctive opportunities that exist for savvy buyers. For example, this might be your once-in-a-lifetime chance to buy a luxury property that was formerly out of reach because of the escalated prices of the real estate boom. In today’s market, nevertheless, such homes might suddenly be within your price range. Be advised that purchasing a high-end property, such as Santaluz homes for sale, requires a different methods and tactics than do purchases in lower price ranges. Here are Continue Reading →

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San Diego Is The 7th Most Searched Real Estate Market!

In an effort to continue bringing good news the San Diego real estate market, I am very pleased to report that San Diego ranked as the 7th most searched real estate market by buyers and sellers online. This is a great accomplishment and proves the strength of the San Diego housing market. There is no denying that we are in one of the world’s most desirable places to live and demand in San Diego continues to be strong compared to other parts of the country.

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