Get Active in Encinitas!
Surf Lessons Encinitas Surf Lessons with Jason offers private or group surf lessons—for an enhanced surf experience, try a Surfing for Empowerment or Ocean Therapy session. Community Park Hang out in the new 44-acre Encinitas Community Park, which boasts a skate park, dog parks, baseball fields, soccer fields, and plenty of spots to run or picnic in. The park offers …
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Essential Real Estate Terms
Listings A listing refers to any home that’s up for sale. Listings can be viewed online, and typically provide information about the home through details such as number of bedrooms, square footage, and price. Contingencies A contingency is a provision in a contract that must be fulfilled before a real estate transaction can close. There are many different types of …
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House, Condo, or Townhome?
Association Fees When you buy a townhome or condo, you’ll become part of a Common Interest Community that requires monthly fees in order to share the responsibilities and upkeep that comes with membership. These usually include: trash removal, outdoor maintenance, lawn care, snow removal, water/sewer, and sometimes hazard insurance. Depending on how high the fee is, condo association fees may …
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Linda Moore Discusses the Real Estate Process on the American Dream
- Linda Moore
- October 1, 2015
Earlier this week, I had the pleasure of returning to the American Dream with Craig Sewing. This appearance was especially special, as I had the pleasure of appearing with Tom Rice. I had the pleasure of helping Tom and his wife Julie sell their home, and was able to help them find their new home. This episode will give everyone …
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Celebrate with Special Events in Encinitas
Annual Events Safe Trick or Treat: October 31st, 2015 on South Coast Hwy 101 from Encinitas Blvd to K Street. The Self-Realization Fellowship provides home-grown, beautifully carved pumpkins to line the streets. There will be vendors ready with candy for trick-or-treaters, and Halloween-themed activities and music hosted by The 101 Artists’ Colony. Fall Festival: November 22nd, 2015 from 9am-4pm on …
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Elements of Great Listing Photos
Leave doors open Having doors inside the house open in photographs opens up the entire space and makes it feel larger. This includes bedroom doors, closet doors, anywhere someone could walk into—just not cabinets or drawers. This technique is particularly effective in a close-up exterior shot: have the front door open and the interior well-lit, so that potential buyers can …
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New Listing: 739 Hollyridge Dr. $1,195,000
- Real Estate Tips
- September 28, 2015
ONCE UPON A TIME A HOME COMES ON THE MARKET THAT EXCEEDS EXPECTATIONS. THAT TIME IS NOW! Beyond SPECTACULAR..Canyon rim, hilltop location with PANORAMIC mountain views. Gorgeous sunrises. Pure serenity. Double dead end cul-de-sac South Encinitas tucked away street. Infinity edge pool w/waterfall, rock cave & slide. Outdoor firepit. Beautifully remodeled interior w/Modern finishes. Incredible kitchen, baths, cherry floors, newer …
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Why Choose Encinitas?
Why Choose Encinitas? Southern California is known best for its many beach towns, but Encinitas stands out from the rest of the pack–it’s a place where sun, surfboards, and small town charm come together. Whether you’re travelling on vacation, or an artist looking for inspiration, Encinitas has it all. Here’s why Encinitas should top your “must-visit” (or “must-live”) list! The …
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Frequently Asked Questions from First-Time Buyers
Q: What is a short sale? A short sale is an alternative to foreclosure in which a home is sold and the resulting proceeds are less than the balance of debts secured against the property by liens, leaving the home owner unable to repay the liens in full. The lien holders then agree to release the lien and accept less …
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Where to Shop in Encinitas
Ducky Waddles’ Emporium It’s hard to miss this place; not only is there a neon sign on the bright-orange building, there’s a large geometric metal duck sculpture planted right on the roof. Ducky Waddles is a groovy, independent bookstore that offers used and eclectic books, art, memorabilia, and kitsch. They also host Poetry Ruckus, an open-mic spoken word event, …
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