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Dennis Smith, Realtor®
ABR, SRES, e-PRO, CDPE.
CA DRE #00476662
Sunshine Smith, Realtor®, SFR
CA DRE #01249837
RE/MAX BY-THE-SEA
Phone: 760-436-0087
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CA DRE #00476662
Sunshine Smith, Realtor®, SFR
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including Del Mar, Solana Beach, Rancho Santa Fe, Cardiff by the Sea,
Encinitas, Leucadia, Olivenhain, Carlsbad, La Costa, Aviara, Oceanside,
Vista, San Marcos, San Elijo Hills, Escondido & all San Diego County.
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San Diego County Real Estate Report…
2011 in San Diego County Real Estate was a mixed bag of numbers.
Single-family, re-sale home sales were up 2.5%.
The median price for homes dropped 5.3%.
The average price dropped 3%.
Condo sales in the county were down 5.7%
The median price for condos dropped 6.8%.
THE CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
expects the State median home price to increase 1.7% in
2012. They forecast sales to increase by 1%.
SAN DIEGO MARKET STATISTICS Dec 2011 vs. Dec 2010
Single-family, re-sale homes were up 8.3%
This is the sixth month in a row home sales have been higher than the year before.
Condo sales were up 25% year-over-year.
Median price of homes was down 5.3%.
The median price for condos rose 2.5%.
Home inventory was down 14.7%.
Condo inventory was down 29.4% year-over-year.
Pending home sales grew by 9.7% year-over-year.
That’s thirteen months in a row pending sales have
been higher than the year before.
Please remember, while statistics are nice, they will
not determine the price you pay or get for a property.
That will come down to you and the buyer or seller.
See the full reports with all the numbers at
http://www.sandiegohomes4u.com/RealEstateTrends.htm
What does this mean for you?
NOW is an ideal time to buy a home in the San Diego area…
or to sell a home, especially if you are moving up or even.
Because:
Historically low interest rates – some under 4%.
Lowest prices since 2000 in many San Diego areas.
Buy now for lower costs & lower property taxes.
You can buy a home with a monthly payment that is 50% to 70% lower
than the payment on the same home, 5 years ago
If you or someone you know is in financial difficulty,
now is probably a good time to do a short sale.
Prices are not expected to go up much, so dump (short sale)the underwater home now and get back in the market in 2 years before interest rates go too high..
What is your time frame?
Call me so we can set up a game plan for you,
whether it is for a transaction this month or later this year.
A short meeting now can make a huge difference later.
Call me today at 760-436-0087.
We are in a SELLERS MARKET in many areas of San Diego County. We only have a 3.75 month supply of homes. Five to 6 months is considered a balanced market. I have been seeing multiple offers on many properites from Oceanside to Chula Vista. Of course, each neighborhood is different so check with me about the areas you are interested in, whether you are a buyer or seller.
Are we at the bottom? Some say yes and some say no. But here is a possible solution for that…A company called EquityLock that has a Home Price Protection Plan. They will pay you if the local market has declined when you sell your home (after 2 years).
Existing Homeowners, Buyers and Sellers can all benefit from this program…
Ask me how.
Click on the following link to see all 672 Bank Owned houses, Condos,
Townhomes & Twinhomes in San Diego County. Down from 795 in Dec.
http://tinyurl.com/BankHomesInSanDiego
These are the lowest numbers of distressed property inventory we have seen in years in the San Diego Real Estate Market!
Go to my site for the full report, plus a city-by-city breakdown with trend charts.
http://www.sandiegohomes4u.com/RealEstateTrends.htm
Because all neighborhoods are different, call me for information
on the criteria or neighborhoods you have an interest in.
Please help me by sharing.
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How To Prepare for a Home Appraisal
the appraisal inspection is painless, and usually takes anywhere from 30-60 minutes to complete. However, there are a few things that you should do to help the process move along as smooth as possible.
Preparing for the appraisal inspection
- Create a detailed list of the recent improvements, which should include the following: when completed, cost of the improvement, before and after pictures if available.
- Make sure each room is accessible; the appraiser is required to inspect each room.
- If there is a crawl space, this area will also have to be made accessible for inspection for an FHA appraisal.
- Give the appraiser room to do their job. Errors are more likely to occur when the appraiser isn’t able to concentrate on their inspection.
- Keep all pets restrained. I’ve been bitten twice by a dog, and once by a cat; the owners had assured me that their pets were friendly-not so much!
- If you live within a development that has a homeowners association, have the name and phone number of the contact person available, along with a fee statement.
- If the appraisal is for an FHA loan, then the area leading to the attic will have to be cleared and made accessible-the appraiser is required to make at least a head and shoulders inspection of the attic area.
- Walk through each room and straighten up as if you were getting ready for company to visit. Appraisers are objective and can look past many things, however, the underwriter reviewing the appraisal photos may feel differently.
- Complete any unfinished projects-most appraisals are done “as is”, and any projects that haven’t been completed, will have to be adjusted for within the appraisal report.
- A copy of any agreements regarding easements (shared driveways and/or garages,etc.) should be made available.
Once the appraisal is complete:
You have a right to a copy of your appraisal, so ask for it. If you should find any errors or have any concerns, talk with your loan originator. This is hard for borrowers to understand, being that they paid for the appraisal, but the mortgage company is the appraiser’s client, and they can’t discuss the appraisal with anyone else unless given permission.
Trying to understand an appraisal can be like trying to read the “Dead Sea Scrolls,”so ask questions and get clarification when needed-you paid for it!
Contact Dennis Smith for more tips on how to get the most for your home.
Via Michael S. Bolton-MN Appraiser (Michael S. Bolton,Inc.)
Dennis Smith, ABR, SRES, e-PRO, CDPE, Realtor® DRE# 00476662
Certified Distressed Property Agent
Sunshine Smith, SFR, Realtor® DRE# 01249837
Short Sale, Foreclosure Resource Certified
RE/MAX BY-THE-SEA
Setting goals can be an intimidating process for many. However, the following information explains how to create feasible and measurable goalsthat will drive you forward and help you achieve your dreams. While the first page explains how to set SMART goals through visualization, page two offers suggestions to help you overcome the common obstacles to achieving your goals. Feel free to share this useful information with your family or friends.
Contact me for a free Goal Planning Worksheet.
For more inspiration, try looking on the Internet for goal setting ideas, too.
Here’s one that’s on Oprah Winfrey’s site: she is definitely someone who has set & met large goals. http://www.oprah.com/spirit/Setting-and-Achieving-Goals-with-Intention
Visualize Your Success
Overcome the Common Challenges of Goal Setting
Click below for a printable, full sized, pdf of these pages.
Goal Setting PDF to print out
If one of your goals is to buy a home this year, Click Here to search for San Diego area homes.
Dennis Smith, ABR, SRES, e-PRO, CDPE, Realtor® DRE# 00476662
Certified Distressed Property Agent
Sunshine Smith, SFR, Realtor® DRE# 01249837
Short Sale, Foreclosure Resource Certified
RE/MAX BY-THE-SEA
Upgraded Oceanside home in Carlsbad School District
Great Value to live in or rent out for a positive cash flow.
This home is a short sale with an accepted offer on it but I recommend you place a backup offer on ot if this type of home is of interest to you.
Oceanside home in Carlsbad School District
Single story, end unit so no one is above or below you.
Updated Bathroom. Newer furnace and water heater.
Tile floors in kitchen, laundry & bath.
Laminated wood flooring in Living & Dining rooms.
Detached garage with one space next to garage. New rollup garage door & opener.
Inside laundry.
Covered private patio.
New dual pane Doors & Windows for comfort and energy efficiency.
New attic insulation.
4121 Baycliff Dining off Kitchen
Community pool, spa and play area.
Walk to Walmart, Kohls, Albertsons, restaurants, banking, public transportation and other shopping.
Located in the boundary for, and within walking distance of,
the Calavera Hills Elementary, a California Distinguished K-5 School.
In the Carlsbad School district.
This home is in a prime location in the complex. The furthermost South unit, close to the trail that leads to the natural open space of Calavera Reservoir, Mount Calavera with lots of trails. The area is habitat to an identified; 115 plant, 49 bird, 10 mammal and 7 amphibian/reptile species. Of these identified species, 6 are classified as threatened or endangered. Among the area’s endangered species are the Thread-leaved Brodiaea, Orange-throated Whiptail and the California Gnatcatcher . Fishing is permitted, however off-road vehicles are prohibited.
http://www.preservecalavera.org/calavera.html
If you are considering buying or selling in the
Carlsbad, Encinitas, Cardiff, Vista or San Marcos areas,
please call Dennis Smith at 760-212-8225.
View ALL homes in Carlsbad, Encinitas, Cardiff, Vista or San Marcos areas or other SAN DIEGO AREAS
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Encinitas Fall Festival Street Fair. Sunday, Nov 20th from 9 am to 4 pm, come to the 2011 premier holiday shopping and entertainment tradition that has occurred every November. For two decades now, the Downtown Encinitas Mainstreet Association (DEMA) has played host to this premier street fair – The Encinitas Fall Festival Street Fair. This festival, previously known as the Encinitas Poinsettia Festival, is a ready-made bazaar for holiday shoppers and weekend fun seekers.
Fairgoers will enjoy a day where coastal breezes meet people gathering to shop, eat and be entertained and enjoy the community’s Historical district.
The Encinitas Fall Festival Street Fair will feature over 450 vendor booths showcasing various arts, crafts, gifts, food and wine. Live music will be playing, too. Located on S. Coast Highway 101 from D to J Streets, Encinitas.
Buy Local, Create Local Jobs
Shop Local, Create Local Jobs
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Short Sale, Foreclosure Resource Certified
RE/MAX BY-THE-SEA
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760-436-0087 or cell at 760-212-8225
Providing quality Real Estate services in the North Coastal San Diego area
including Del Mar, Solana Beach, Rancho Santa Fe, Cardiff by the Sea,
Encinitas, Leucadia, Olivenhain, Carlsbad, La Costa, Aviara, Oceanside,
Vista, San Marcos, San Elijo Hills, Escondido & all San Diego County.
I look forward to seeing you at The Encinitas Fall Festival Street Fair.
