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Posted on 03/08/2020

How to Select a Motion Detector Spotlight

Photo by John Paulsen on Unsplash Adding a motion detector light outside your house contributes greatly to your home’s security. Besides being able to clearly see any people or wildlife approaching your home, the sudden flash of a powerful spotlight turning on discourages intruders as they cannot be sure whether the light has a motion detector or was...

Home Improvement

LED Lighting

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Posted on 03/01/2020

3 Essential Elements of a Memorable Offer Letter

Photo by Free-Photos via Pixabay While buying a home in a seller’s market, it pays to stand out from the crowd. One way to do that is with a memorable offer letter that captures the seller’s attention from the start. You must include all the right elements, however, to effectively win them over and earn the chance to...

Offer Letter

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Posted on 02/23/2020

Enhance Your Vacation Enjoyment With a Second Home

Generally speaking, taking a family vacation can "recharge your battery," give you a new lease on life, and enable you to get back to work with a renewed sense of purpose. That's the ideal scenario when everything falls into place. However, if you're one of those families that are always looking for a new place to explore every year,...

Buying A Vacation Home

Second Home

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Posted on 02/16/2020

Outdoor Heating Options for Your Home

Image by Adi Goldstein from Unsplash If you have a backyard with a terrace or balcony, consider investing in an outdoor heater to extend your living space. Add warmth to chilly fall or spring evenings while relaxing on your porch swing or enjoying a meal on your patio. With a heat source, you can enjoy your outdoor entertainment...

Home Heating

Outdoor Living

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Posted on 02/09/2020

Refresh Your Wooden Floors

Image by Twin Design from Shutterstock Starting an extensive renovation or replacement of hardwood flooring can be costly. Thankfully, there are other ways to bring your floors back to life if they are not deeply damaged. If you want to give your floors a facelift, try out these tips. Give It A Good Clean Sometimes, all a dull...

Hardwood Flooring

Flooring

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Posted on 02/02/2020

How Often Should You Check Your Credit Scores?

Photo by Andrey_Popov via Shutterstock Federal law allows you to get your credit report free once per year. To do so, go to annualcreditreport.com and request your report. You need to do this at least once a year so that you can correct any errors or missing information. Differences Between Credit Report & Credit Score You typically have...

Credit Score

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Posted on 01/26/2020

Know Your Zone

Photo by Brooke Cagle on Unsplash Zoning laws have been in place in the United States for many years. They serve communities in a number of ways. As a home buyer, it is important to know and understand the zoning laws that cover any property you consider purchasing. Structures Generally, residential zonings laws indicate what kind of structures...

Zoning

Home Buyer

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Posted on 01/19/2020

Choose the Right Smart Home Gadgets

Not all smart home devices are created equal. If you wind up paying a high price for a smart home gadget you do not need, you risk wasting precious time and resources. Fortunately, there are lots of things you can do to make informed smart home device purchases, such as: 1. Consider Your Smart Home Device Needs The needs...

Smart Home Technology

Smart Home

Posted on 01/12/2020

How To Improve Your HVAC's Energy Efficiency

Photo by Skitterphoto via Pexels Keeping your home comfortable when the weather gets cooler can have a significant impact on your energy bills. In fact, your HVAC system is one of the biggest sources of energy usage in your home. You could end up spending more than you planned to on heating, especially if the weather turns colder...

Home Improvement

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Posted on 01/05/2020

What Does It Take to Purchase a Home?

The process of finding and purchasing your dream house may prove to be difficult, regardless of whether you are an experienced or first-time homebuyer. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to avoid hurdles as you navigate the homebuying journey. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you quickly discover a quality home at an...

Buying A Home

Buyer Tips

Posted on 03/11/2020

Another Property Sold - 1561 Eden Court, San Marcos, CA 92078

Listed by Real Living Pacific Realty - DRE# 01248764

Distinguished San Elijo Hills resort-like property at end of a cul-de-sac with views. The versatile 5BD/4BA floorplan has 1 BD/BA on the first level. The expansive living area is very open and filled with natural light. Gourmet Kitchen features granite counters, new SS door-in-door fridge -- opens to Family Room. Spacious Master Retreat takes in sunrise mtn. views with ensuite BA & walk-in closet. Entertaining flows out to to the backyard with Pool/spa, built-in BBQ & so much more! Split 3-car garage. Neighborhoods: San Elijo Hills Equipment: Garage Door Opener Other Fees: 0 Sewer: Sewer Connected Topography:...

Real Estate

San Marcos

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Posted on 01/12/2020

Another Property Sold - 5988 Black Rail, Carlsbad, CA 92011

Offering Canyon Views, Privacy, Open light design, entertainers kitchen, coastal location, cul de sac and downstairs bed and bath. This turn key property meets the check list and so much more. Arched walkway with flowering side patio greats you upon entrance to the home. Open floor plan with great room drenched in sunlight opens to expansive kitchen facing magnificent canyon and night views. Cherrywood flooring throughout adds sophistication and style! Large view master with private retreat. A perfect home for extended or growing family with it's light and bright open floor plan and huge great room featuring living and dining room! ...

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