Archive for September 2011
San Diego October Calendar of Events
Through October 31 Pumpkin Station – Del Mar This event is ideal for children ages 3 to 13 and includes pumpkins, several children’s rides, slides and jumps. School programs are available for children to learn about the harvest of the season. Pumpkin Station offers a wide variety of gourds, squashes, Indian corn, and pumpkins. Admission…
Read MoreDon’t Foreclose Yet…You May Have Options!
With the economy in turmoil and people scared to make big purchases, the real estate business is undoubtedly challenged. In difficult times some people panic, and I see that happening amongst distressed borrowers, yet there is a process to the situation that you need to follow in order to have a chance to save your…
Read MoreWhat’s New In the Distressed Property Market?
The distressed property market continues to be a big part of our real estate market, and there is a lot going on as of late. Here are some of the highlights: First time homebuyers getting tired of short sales: A survey conducted by Campbell/Inside Mortgage Finance revealed that first time buyers have had enough with…
Read MoreAre You Ready for Carlsbad’s Art Splash?
This weekend one of my favorite events comes back to Carlsbad- Art Splash. Stop by on Saturday from 10:00-6:00 and Sunday from 10:00-5:00 on Armada Drive off Palomar Airport Road. The majority of the street is closed for this event, and you can park off Fleet Street. The event and parking are free. Art Splash…
Read MoreHelp Prevent School Bullying on October 8 (and Have Fun Too!)
Bullying is one of the worst and most relevant things children today must deal with. It is something that we as a society need to tackle, and it will not go away unless we all work together to help educate our children. If you have always wondered how you can help, or what you can…
Read MoreThe Best Real Estate Sites & Apps for Buyers
Being a home buyer these days sure is easier. For starters, there is so much information at your fingertips that once was available only to real estate agents. I think this is great, as it allows those who wish the ability to do some research on their own and feel more comfortable going into the…
Read MoreConforming Loan Limits to Get the Ax
On Friday the House of Representatives failed to extend the current conforming loan limits, which are set to expire on September 30. This was a big blow to the real estate market and to buyers and sellers. But does this mean the fight for extension is over? Let’s take a look at the situation so…
Read MoreBacking out of a Real Estate Contract: Buyer’s Rights
Real estate contracts in most states are and have always been pro-buyer, especially here in California. Buyers usually have a contingency period, in which they can complete home inspections, get their loan approved and any other things that are important before contingencies must be removed and they risk losing their initial deposit. What most people…
Read MoreWill Obama Job Plan Really Help Housing Market?
After many real estate industry complaints that the new Obama administration recovery plans did nothing for housing (aside from refinancing assistance plans, which as we all know still require lender cooperation), out comes a plan with that goal in mind. But will this new plan really help distressed inventory and jobs, or is it merely…
Read More9/11 Anniversary Message
I woke this morning and watched the memorial services in New York, Washington D.C. and Pennsylvania, contemplating the enormity of the attacks of 9/11/2001, and what they meant to us as a nation and as individuals. As I the names of those who died were read, with the beauty of the World Trade Center memorial…
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