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Posted on 03/22/2021

Helping Someone Else Get a Mortgage Loan: Should You Cosign?

Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay Should you cosign on a mortgage loan to help someone else buy a house? Hopeful home buyers who lack the necessary credit history, W-2 income or overall income versus their debt can face problems getting a mortgage lender to approve a loan. Borrowers with a 43% or higher debt-to-income ratio may learn...

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Posted on 03/15/2021

Should You Schedule a Second Home Showing?

A home showing is a valuable opportunity for a buyer, as it enables him or her to walk through a residence and find out what a house is all about. At the same time, a single home showing may be insufficient. Ultimately, there are many reasons why you may want to schedule a follow-up house showing, and these include:...

Posted on 03/08/2021

Linguine With Sweet Onions & Cauliflower

Image by Selling of my photos with StockAgencies is not permitted from Pixabay Cauliflower just keeps winning popularity contests, landing roles in everything from gnocchi to pizza crusts to rice replacements. Why have we fallen in love with cauliflower? Because it's a satisfying, delicious and healthy option! Cauliflower, like Brussels sprouts, kale and bok choy, is a member...

Posted on 03/01/2021

Preparing your Home to Sell

Image by Nathan Fertig from Unsplash If you have decided to sell your home and it’s going on the market, you may have mixed feelings. It’s not unusual to feel stressed, nervous, and excited about listing your house — all at the same time. The selling process might create anxiety and worry about what is to come because...

Posted on 02/22/2021

Putting Your Home on the Market Soon? Here's How to Appeal to Millennial Buyers

Image by Free-Photos from Pixabay If you've recently made the decision to put your home on the market in the near future, you're probably already aware that the Millennial generation has a reputation for being a bit different from their counterparts of the past. For instance, you may have heard that this generation is putting off home ownership...

Posted on 02/15/2021

How Do Buyers Feel After They View Your Home?

As a home seller, it is important to do everything possible to ensure your residence makes a positive impression on buyers. Because if your residence fails to impress buyers during a showing or open house, your home may linger on the real estate market for an extended period of time. Ultimately, there are lots of things you can do...

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Selling Your Home

Posted on 02/08/2021

Challenges Associated with Buying a Zombie Property

Photo by Curtis Adams from Pexels Zombie properties are homes that have been visibly abandoned but actual ownership has not. The term became popular in the housing industry during the 2007-08 housing crisis when people being unable to make their mortgage payments reached a catastrophic point. According to ATTOM Data Solutions, a firm that tracks different types of...

Posted on 03/22/2021

Another Property Sold - 2642 Lancelot Drive, Oceanside, CA 92054

Great location, 2 miles to Oceanside Beach, single level home sits up on hill and boasts privacy and large lot. Contractor special, this is a fixer, a great opportunity to put your personal touch into making this your dream...

Posted on 03/10/2021

Another Property Sold - 2405 Margie Way, Vista, CA 92084

Welcome home to 2405 Margie Way just off San Clemente Ave in the heart of rural Vista. As you arrive at the end of the cul-de-sac and turn up the driveway and through the private gate you will know you are visiting a special property. Outside has tremendous curb appeal with a freshly painted exterior including the doors and trim, garage doors, and fencing. The lot measures 0.69 acres and has plenty of space for parking your RV, toys, boats, or work equipment. The lot is very private and there is no HOA so work or commercial vehicles are allowed in the driveway. In addition, there are two separate attached 2 car garages with plenty of room...

Posted on 03/10/2021

Another Property Sold - 536 Via De La Valle #C, Solana Beach, CA 92075

Beautifully remodeled, single story end unit on second level, with pool view. This fabulous home is located in the highly sought-after community of Triple Crown with pool and spa. Two master suites, a spacious balcony with pool view. Kitchen features newer cabinets and stainless appliances. 1 car garage + 1 assigned parking space. Conveniently located walking distance to the Race track, beach, restaurants and...

Posted on 02/25/2021

Video Tour - 2063 Sequoia Street, San Marcos, CA 92078

Wonderful corner lot in The Laurels, beautifully upgraded kitchen with stainless appliances and granite counters. Downstairs Bedroom and full bath, formal entry, porcelain tile flooring down stairs. Cherry laminate floors upstairs, the stairs are Brazilian Cherry hardwood. Upstairs hall bathroom beautifully remodeled with granite new cabinets with soft close drawers/doors and walk in designer tiled shower. Owned solar. Exterior painted in last year. Newer A/C & Water Heater. Fabulous entertaining backyard with young fruit trees and 2 fire pits. Security System, NEST thermostat, Master retreat, low maintenance succulent yard with smart...

Posted on 02/25/2021

2063 Sequoia Street, San Marcos, CA 92078 is now new to the market!

Wonderful corner lot in The Laurels, beautifully upgraded kitchen with stainless appliances and granite counters. Downstairs Bedroom and full bath, formal entry, porcelain tile flooring down stairs. Cherry laminate floors upstairs, the stairs are Brazilian Cherry hardwood. Upstairs hall bathroom beautifully remodeled with granite new cabinets with soft close drawers/doors and walk in designer tiled shower. Owned solar. Exterior painted in last year. Newer A/C & Water Heater. Fabulous entertaining backyard with young fruit trees and 2 fire pits. Security System, NEST thermostat, Master retreat, low maintenance succulent yard with smart...