Archive for August 2010
Loan Modification Program Faces Trouble
Although a great idea in the inception and complete with government blessings, HAMP (Home Affordable Modification Program) is not delivering on it’s promises. Not only are troubled homeowners not getting modifications anywhere near the predicted numbers, but many are dropping out in the early stages of the process. What went wrong and what can we…
Read MoreSan Diego September Calendar of Events
Every Friday in September Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park Film Festival Each Friday night you’ll see rare Hollywood Golden Era films starring Leo Carrillo, outdoors under the stars at the legendary actor’s rancho. Bring your low back chair, warm clothes, flashlight, and blanket. Movies start promptly at sunset. There is no charge for admission, however…
Read MoreLove or Hate: It’s Your Choice
This could be a controversial post but in light of the controversy that has surfaced from Glenn Beck’s Washington, D.C. rally (on the same day that Martin Luther King gave his “I Have a Dream” speech), I thought it an appropriate time to address the issue of racism and respect in this country. I am…
Read MoreBack to School Advice to Ease the Transition
It’s that time…time for the kids to go back to school. Mine started yesterday, to their dismay. I have to be honest in saying that it was hard on me as well. Here in San Diego we never had a “real” summer, as the weather was downright chilly and overcast most of the summer. It…
Read MoreImportant Information for Home Buyers
In the challenging housing market of today, buyers have to be aware of many factors that can make or break their chances of owning a home. Most of these are lender-related, as the lenders scramble to do everything within their power to assure they have buyers who will not default on mortgage payments in the…
Read MoreCarlsbad Weekly Median Home Prices
Here are the home sale statistics for this week in Carlsbad, CA. You can click on “Live Market Data” above to see other North County sales statistics, and also to sign up to receive these every week. If you need statistics from another San Diego city that is not provided on my website, please let…
Read MoreFresh Organic Produce Every Week!
Many people are more conscious of the food they buy these days, especially with produce. Pesticides and other chemicals used to maintain flawless fruits and vegetables undoubtedly are not healthy for our bodies. Organic produce not only is free of these chemicals but the taste is incomparable, and local farms pick the produce when it’s…
Read MoreGreat Breakfasts in Carlsbad
I love going out to breakfast, and here in Carlsbad we are lucky to have some great places to choose from. Here are a few of my favorites, so if you have not tried them you have something to look forward to. The Naked Cafe: This is one of my all-time favorite breakfast spots. Located…
Read MoreWater Wise in Carlsbad
If you live in Carlsbad and are looking for a way to be more water conscious, you are in luck. As a resident you are eligible to participate in the city’s home water audit program, which just got a little easier. The city has just completed two videos that can be seen either on the…
Read MoreCarlsbad Median Home Prices (San Diego, CA)
Here are the median home prices for this week in Carlsbad. Single Family Homes Attached Homes:
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