Wendy Wiegand's Blog

Posted on 06/28/2021

From your coffee maker to thermostat to security system, the possibilities for home automation are endless. Most homeowners who use automation technology have adopted it bit by bit. For instance, they might purchase a single smart speaker instead of outfitting their whole home in every gadget on the market. However you measure it, the practice is very much...

Home Automation

Smart Home

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Posted on 06/21/2021

3 Benefits of Backyard Camping

Photo by Kindel Media from Pexels When the weather warms up, lots of people head outdoors to enjoy the sunshine. It’s also a time that inspires people to take vacations, either with family or friends. However, with travel being difficult and cost prohibitive for some, there are some great ways to get the vacation experience at home. One...

Backyard

Backyard Camping

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Posted on 06/14/2021

3 Reasons to Build A New Construction Home with Improved Accessibility

Photo by ThisIsEngineering via Pexels Many of the open floor plans and spacious kitchens require only minor adjustments to meet the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. Although ADA considerations might not be on a contractor’s or architect’s radar when drafting state-of-the-art blueprints, there are persuasive reasons to build accessible new construction homes. 1: ADA-Compliant Kitchens Can Increase...

Accessibility

New Construction

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Posted on 06/07/2021

The Benefits of Extending Your Concrete Foundation

Sometimes the idea of a large backyard with a perfect lawn doesn't balance a homeowner's desire for functionality. When people want to spend more time outdoors, they typically hire contractors to build wooden decks of brick patios. One best-of-both-worlds trend involves using finished concrete to blur the lines between indoor and outdoor livings spaces. Both new construction designs...

Concrete

Foundation

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Posted on 05/31/2021

The Home Walkie-Talkie: How Smart Speakers and Intercoms Ease Home Noise

Photo by Athena from Pexels Although smartphones make it easier than ever to relay a message across the household, listen to videos and blast your tunes, they simply don’t compare to a fully integrated speaker and intercom system. Although home intercoms might seem like a blast from the past, they are back and better than ever. And as...

Home Improvement

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Posted on 05/24/2021

Selling Your High-Performance Home

Photo by OpenClipart-Vectors via Pixabay Ready to sell that home you've sunk your heart, soul and savings account into? Hoping to get a great return on all those green upgrades you had professionally performed? Don't rely on chance to get the ROI you deserve. Take charge of the sale of your high-performance home, and make sure everyone from...

Energy Efficient

Green Living

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Posted on 05/17/2021

Tips for Moving Locally

Photo by bruce mars from Pexels Moving locally might not seem as stressful as a long-distance move, but it can still be hectic if you’re not well-prepared for it. Whether your local move is just down the street or to another part of town, make sure you start getting ready for it early. The following tips can help...

Moving

Moving Tips

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Posted on 05/10/2021

When to Sell Your Home as an Investment Property

Photo by fran hogan on Unsplash If you’re a homeowner considering selling your home as an investment property, timing is important. From a financial perspective, just as you probably bought strategically, you want to sell strategically too. The trick is knowing when the right time arrives. Here are four common metrics people use to determine when it's time...

Home Seller

Investment

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Posted on 05/03/2021

Design Trends for Your Home in 2021

Photo by Skylar Kang from Pexels Whether you’re settling into a new home or getting your house ready to sell, making some changes to its interior design can give it a fresh look for spring. Using the latest interior design trends for inspiration can help you decide how you want your home to look. The following are some...

Cleaning Tips

Design

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Posted on 05/19/2021

Another Property Sold - 1990 Spyglass Circle, Vista, CA 92081

Listed by Compass - DRE# 01889890

Video Tour - https://youtu.be/r5S8pVFFbsk - Wow, gorgeous setting that overlooks the green of the 8th hole at Shadowridge Golf Club! This former model home has a newer kitchen, two new bathrooms, hardwood floors, plus new carpet & paint - it's move-in ready! Located in a highly desirable community with low HOAs and no Mello-Roos, plus a community pool and jacuzzi! This is a planned unit development where you own your lot, which is 4,259sf here (not a condo). You only live once - insist on a view like...

Real Estate

Vista

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Posted on 05/15/2021

Another Property Sold - 250 Riverview Way, Oceanside, CA 92057

Listed by Wiegand Realty - DRE# 01281359

Wonderful townhome in the Flair Oceanside community. Private corner unit, updated kitchen with granite counters, newer cabinets, and stainless appliances. Remodeled custom bathrooms, luxury vinyl flooring and custom tile downstairs. Private patio with room for outdoor dining and opportunity for grass area for pets. Extra storage and private laundry closet. Community features pool and tennis courts. Centrally located to schools, shopping, and Camp Pendleton. HOA includes: Water, Trash and Common Area...

Real Estate

Oceanside

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Posted on 05/14/2021

Another Property Sold - 474 Rancho Santa Fe Road, Encinitas, CA 92024

Listed by Wiegand Realty - DRE# 01281359

Great location in Olivenhain, large corner lot with room to expand and add ADU. Main house features 2 bed, office, 1.5 baths, 1316 sf, wood burning fireplace in the living room. New paint in and out, new HVAC, new carpet, new recessed LED lighting, new stove, new sinks, fixtures, new electrical outlets/switches, and crown molding and solid Oak doors with new hardware. Garage conversion features approx 400+sf of living space w/1 bed, walk-in closet, 1 full bath, Kitchen w/Knotty Pine cabinets, stove and refrigerator. Separate laundry room with washer/dryer. Wonderful back yard with plenty of space and mature fruit trees. This is a fabulous...

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