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Posted on 09/01/2019

Solid Wood Flooring Vs. Tiling; Which do you Prefer?

This is the age-old interior design question that keeps coming back. Moreover, the answer will never be to simply declare one superior to the other. The question needs to be dissected from several angles; where is the house situated, how long do you intend the flooring to last? How much are you ready to spend on maintenance of...

Hardwood Floors

Flooring

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Posted on 08/25/2019

Factors That Negatively Affect Your Credit Score

A credit score is an essential factor that determines how creditworthy you are and how much interest you should pay on loans. If you have an excellent credit score, you will pay a lower interest rate on loans and credit lines all through your lifetime. Apart from reducing your interest rate, a good credit score helps you save...

Posted on 08/18/2019

Ready to Brighten up that Garage Floor?

Have you been unhappy with your garage floor since you moved in? Maybe there are all kinds of grease spots and blotches in all sorts of colors, or maybe it just feels grungy. You have tried to clean it, but it seems that the stains have been deeply embedded in the concrete. There is a simple solution and...

Posted on 08/11/2019

Simple Tips for Organizing Your Gardening Shed

Your garden shed can be an organized place, the same way your indoor is neatly arranged and functional. You can dedicate some time to organizing your garden shed and getting rid of clutters. There are many practical tips here that can help get your garden in order. Whether you want to... Get Rid of Things You Do Not...

Posted on 08/04/2019

Understanding the Short Sale

You might have heard one or two things about a short sale in real estate. It may look like a hard concept, but it is just another term for a conditioned sale. What is a short sale? A short sale in real estate happens when a property owner needs to sell the property for less than the amount...

Posted on 07/28/2019

Easy Home Improvements for a Healthy & Green Home

When it comes to improving the home, most people tend to focus on high-end amenities. While this may make your home look luxurious, it does not boost home value so much. As a homeowner, when improving your home, you should have an eye on increasing its worth. One of the ways to achieve that is by going "Green."...

Posted on 07/21/2019

Changing Homes with Ease

Moving to your new home can either be a fun experience or a very stressful time, depending upon how you choose to manage it. Deliberately preparing yourself for the entire process is one definite way of making sure that the moving experience is a fun one for you. Follow these simple ideas to change your home with ease....

Posted on 07/14/2019

4 Factors that Affect Your Mortgage Interest Rate

Mortgage interest rates have a remarkable effect on the overall long-term cost of buying a property through financing. Mortgage borrowers are looking for the highest possible rates while lenders have to manage their risk by charging interest rates. Borrowers with good credit histories and stable finances are those who can access a mortgage with lower interest rates. The...

Posted on 07/07/2019

Signs You May Be Working With the Wrong Agent

Having to buy or sell a house is a tiring and stressful process that takes weeks, months and sometimes years to finalize. If you have been in the position of buying or selling a property before, you might have had an experience with terrible real estate agents. Sometimes, your instincts pick up these signs, but because you are...

Real Estate

How To Hire A Real Estate Agent

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Posted on 06/30/2019

Factors to Note Before Purchasing a Vacation Property

If you are mulling over purchasing a vacation home, then you must go over a few considerations before you make the final decision. If done for the right reasons, it can end up being a great piece of investment, as you can save hotel and lodging costs when you visit and then rent it out during off seasons....

Posted on 07/11/2019

Video Tour - 3150 Via De Caballo, Encinitas, CA 92024

Beautifully upgraded Townhome with unforgettable views overlooking the Olivenhain 55 acre natural preserve. Custom double-doors open into private courtyard at the front of the home. Wood floors flow through all the rooms on the first level. Upgraded Kitchen with granite, SS appl., gas cook-top, breakfast bar and views out to front courtyard. Modern crystal-lighting fixture added to the Dining Room is a show-stopper. Living Room w/corner fireplace, granite wet-bar and deck access. Link to 3D Walk Tour. Additional features that make this such a special home continue onto the second floor. Three bedrooms situated upstairs. Bright and light...

Posted on 07/11/2019

3150 Via De Caballo, Encinitas, CA 92024 is now new to the market!

Beautifully upgraded Townhome with unforgettable views overlooking the Olivenhain 55 acre natural preserve. Custom double-doors open into private courtyard at the front of the home. Wood floors flow through all the rooms on the first level. Upgraded Kitchen with granite, SS appl., gas cook-top, breakfast bar and views out to front courtyard. Modern crystal-lighting fixture added to the Dining Room is a show-stopper. Living Room w/corner fireplace, granite wet-bar and deck access. Link to 3D Walk Tour. Additional features that make this such a special home continue onto the second floor. Three bedrooms situated upstairs. Bright and light...