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Buy a Home in Emerald Heights Escondido

Buy a Home in Emerald Heights Escondido

If you are considering buying a home in Emerald Heights, or any other part of Escondido, you will want to learn more about the community. It’s always great to learn about the conveniences available to you near your future home. Some people like city life,...

First Time Homebuyer’s Program – City of Escondido

First Time Homebuyer’s Program – City of Escondido

Did you know that the City of Escondido has a first-time homebuyer’s program where eligible homebuyers can get up to $25,000 towards the purchase of a home? Wow! That’s really great, right? Just today, we received an email in our office where a local...

Buy a Home in Escondido – Old Escondido Historic District

Buy a Home in Escondido – Old Escondido Historic District

The City of Escondido has so many distinct parts. Did you know that it is comprised of four ZIP codes and that each area has its own climate and culture? Lomas Serenas, Rancho Verde, Sonata, Eureka Springs and Emerald Heights are just a few of the...

Sonata Escondido Homes for Sale

Sonata Escondido Homes for Sale

Escondido is one of the many lovely communities located in the city of Escondido.Comprised of 149 single-family homes, the community has over 12 acres of commons areas—making it a great place for those who enjoy the outdoors. Built in the 1980s, the...

Homes for Sale in Lomas Serenas Escondido

Homes for Sale in Lomas Serenas Escondido

If you live in Escondido, San Marcos, Rancho Bernardo or Vista, you probably have already visited the beautiful homes in the community of Lomas Serenas. Located west of the Interstate 15 freeway, Lomas Serenas is close to the North County Fair. It is a...

Emerald Heights Escondido

Emerald Heights Escondido

If you are thinking about buying a home in Escondido or San Marcos, there is a lovely community called Emerald Heights Escondido that you may want to check out. There are over 600 homes that sit on a ridgeline east of the border with San Marcos. The...

Mello-Roos, California Home Buyers Must Know What They Are

Mello-Roos, California Home Buyers Must Know What They Are

What Are Mello-Roos? California home buyers need to know the definition of the term Mello-Roos. Have you ever heard it before? Do you know what Mello-Roos are? Simply put, Mello-Roos is a special tax assessed to homeowners in a community as repayment for...

Holiday Decor to Inspire You

Holiday Decor to Inspire You

Christmas is just around the corner. Are you in the mood yet? If not, we’ve got some holiday decor ideas to help you get there! Classic Christmas Tree Timeless fir, red ribbon, dazzling lights, Christmas balls and an angel topper - it simply never gets old. Image by...

What You Need To Do Now to Buy a Home in 2020

What You Need To Do Now to Buy a Home in 2020

The American dream doesn’t just happen overnight so you have to be prepared. If you’re considering buying a house in 2020, here are the things you should do now: Talk to a Lender Find out among the many loan programs or mortgage lenders what you can qualify for, what...

5 DIY Home Improvements That You May Be Doing Illegally

5 DIY Home Improvements That You May Be Doing Illegally

Itching to do DIY home improvement projects already? Hold it, as you may want to check to see if you’re violating any state or local laws. Some jobs call for a licensed professional, and at times, you’ll need a building permit. Of course, as a homeowner, it's your...

5 Expert-Approved Tips for Holiday Decorating

5 Expert-Approved Tips for Holiday Decorating

It’s getting colder outside - the holidays are coming, and it’s the time of year to transform your home into a festive wonderland. Decorating for this particular season brings such pleasure. Although sometimes, it can be overwhelming too. But there are ways to make it...

5 Tips for Designing a Home for Persons With Disabilities

5 Tips for Designing a Home for Persons With Disabilities

Designing a home takes on a new meaning when someone in the family has special needs. Function has to be an important consideration to make it easy for every family member. So we must ensure that the house provides the support they need to lead a safe, fuss-free and...

First-Time Buyer Vocabulary: Cheat Sheet

First-Time Buyer Vocabulary: Cheat Sheet

  Buying a home is an exciting milestone. The process can be overwhelming in itself, but sometimes you can get lost with the real estate terminologies. Don't get caught saying, “What does it mean?” during a home purchase transaction. Here are words home buyers...

5 Things Sellers Must Do Before Calling a Real Estate Agent

5 Things Sellers Must Do Before Calling a Real Estate Agent

Are you thinking of putting your home on the market? If you are determined to sell your home, it’s a good idea to spend some time preparing it before listing it. And, hiring an experienced real estate agent will be the best decision for you in making the process...

Loan Programs to Assist Downpayment

Loan Programs to Assist Downpayment

Do you want to buy a home but you don’t have enough money saved for the down payment yet? Good news for you – here are 3 of the most common buyer-assist programs you can look into that make it easier to purchase a home in California.   Loan Programs to Assist...