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Home Appliance Tricks – Keep Your Washers Like New

Home Appliance Tricks – 5 Ways to Keep Your Washers Like New

Home Appliance Tricks to Save You Money Owning a home can be exciting… until something expensive breaks down! Here are some home appliance tricks to help you save money on your washer and dishwasher. Keeping a well-maintained home is like keeping a well-maintained car: it usually lasts longer, and requires fewer major repairs. Your washer and dishwasher are expensive appliances, and five quick and easy home appliance tricks can help keep them running like new.

North County San Diego Real Estate Market Report – June 2021

Update: The Real Estate Market in North County San Diego Data Source: Mylene’s Real Estate Market Report uses data from CRMLS for 2018-2021 and represents properties listed or sold by various brokers. COVID-19 Update We are moving onward and upward! Most restrictions are no longer in place, as of June 15. We can tour properties without entry disclosures, which makes scheduling much easier. The only restriction we have to follow is wearing masks during open

4228 Vista Del Rio Way #3 in Quail Ridge, Oceanside – SOLD in 5 Days!

4228 Vista Del Rio Way #3 – Quail Ridge, Oceanside UPDATE – After 63 (!) showings and 17 above-asking offers, 4228 Vista Del Rio #3 closed escrow, for $36,000 ABOVE asking price! Congratulations to the Buyers and Sellers! The Oceanside community of Quail Ridge is located between Mission San Luis Rey and Rancho del Oro. You can live only 5 miles to the beach! 4228 Vista del Rio #3 has 2 bedrooms and 2 ½ baths, in a 1,224 ft2 floorplan. Unlike

North County San Diego Real Estate Market Report – May 2021

Update: The Real Estate Market in North County San Diego Data Source: Mylene’s Real Estate Market Report uses data from CRMLS for 2018-2021 and represents properties listed or sold by various brokers. COVID-19 Update California is set to lift most restrictions on June 15. Many homeowners have received some financial assistance through COVID-19 assistance programs and the California property tax penalty cancellation request program. FHFA extended the foreclosure moratorium through June 30, 2021. I just

3885 Bass Street in La Mesa – SOLD – Native Garden Home

3885 Bass Street in La Mesa – SOLD! UPDATE: 3885 Bass Street closed escrow with a final purchase price of $710,000. Congratulations to the lucky Buyers and happy Seller! Welcome to 3885 Bass Street, an Eco-Friendly Native Garden home, located on a tree-lined street. The quiet, charming La Mesa neighborhood of Lemon Grove Vista is only 7 miles inland. This mid century single story home features original oak floors, tile floors, and newer dual-pane windows.

COVID Landlord Rental Assistance Program – Tenant Relief Act

UPDATE: The assistance was previously 80% of unpaid rent. Now, there are funds available to cover 100% of unpaid rent. In addition, there are funds available to cover utility bills. Landlord rental assistance is available in California! If you are a landlord, and missing rent payments due to COVID, you may qualify. The landlord rental assistance program reimburses landlords for 100% of unpaid rent. This is for rent that covers the period between April 1,

North County San Diego Real Estate Market Report – April 2021

Update: The Real Estate Market in North County San Diego Data Source: Mylene’s Real Estate Market Report uses data from CRMLS for 2018-2021 and represents properties listed or sold by various brokers. COVID-19 Update Many homeowners have received some financial assistance through COVID-19 assistance programs and the California property tax penalty cancellation request program. FHFA extended the foreclosure moratorium through June 30, 2021. I’m currently working on an article covering landlord rental assistance, for landlords

3412 Sahara Place in Oceanside – Mid century modern house – SOLD

3412 Sahara Place in Oceanside – SOLD UPDATE: After 4 days, dozens of showings, and 11 offers, 3412 Sahara Place SOLD for $55,500 above asking price! Congratulations to the lucky Buyers and happy Sellers! Welcome to 3412 Sahara Place! Here’s your chance to live a short 3 miles from Oceanside beaches! 3412 Sahara Place is a single story home at the end of a cul-de-sac on a large 8,300 square foot lot. There are 3

North County San Diego Real Estate Market Report – March 2021

Update: The Real Estate Market in North County San Diego Data Source: Mylene’s Real Estate Market Report uses data from CRMLS for 2018-2021 and represents properties listed or sold by various brokers. COVID-19 Update Many homeowners have received some financial assistance through COVID-19 assistance programs and the California property tax penalty cancellation request program. FHFA is extending the foreclosure moratorium through March 31, 2021. In addition, the forbearance allowance period is now 15 months. Since

North County San Diego Real Estate Market Report – February 2021

What’s Happening in the North County San Diego Real Estate Market? Data Source: Mylene’s Real Estate Market Report uses data from CRMLS for 2018-2021 and represents properties listed or sold by various brokers. COVID-19 Update The pandemic has helped to create a market with very few sellers, and very competitive buyers. We continue to follow safety protocols, such as wearing masks and using hand sanitizer. There are no public open houses at this time. To

Coronavirus Mortgage Assistance for Homeowners

Good news! Coronavirus Mortgage Assistance is available to homeowners. UPDATE: FHFA extended foreclosure and REO eviction moratoriums and COVID forbearance period. Foreclosure moratorium continues until June 30, 2021. The eviction moratorium has been extended through March 31, 2021. COVID forbearance can now cover 15 months of payments. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) , and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) are working together to help homeowners during the coronavirus

Solar Water Heating – Solar Thermal vs. Electric Heat Pumps

Are you tired of using natural gas to heat your water? Have you considered switching to clean solar power? If you are an SDG&E customer, there are generous rebates and tax incentives available for solar water heating systems. Here’s a comparison of two popular options for solar water heating: solar thermal systems, or an electric heat pump water heater, fully powered by solar panels. Ten years ago, solar thermal systems used to be the least expensive option. Since then,

495 San Pasqual Valley Road #159 in Escondido – SOLD

495 San Pasqual Valley Road #159 in Escondido – SOLD! Welcome to The Heritage at Canyon Pointe in Escondido! 495 San Pasqual Valley Road #159 is a top-level end unit with a quiet location away from the main street. The vaulted ceilings add spaciousness to the living room. The balcony offers hillside views and extra storage. Recent upgrades include newer cabinets and granite in the kitchen, along with stainless steel appliances and a reverse osmosis

North County San Diego Real Estate Market Report – January 2021

What’s Happening in the North County San Diego Real Estate Market? Data Source: Mylene’s Real Estate Market Report uses data from CRMLS for 2018-2021 and represents properties listed or sold by various brokers. COVID-19 Update The real estate market remains an essential service, and despite the lockdown, we are as busy as ever. Agents and their clients must follow safety protocols, such as wearing masks and using hand sanitizer. There are no open houses at

North County San Diego Real Estate Market Report – December 2020

What’s Happening in the North County San Diego Real Estate Market? Source: Mylene’s Real Estate Market Report uses data from CRMLS for 2018-2020 and represents properties listed or sold by various brokers. COVID-19 Update As 2020 winds down, buyers, sellers, and agents all feel grateful that real estate sales remains an essential service. In spite of the most recent lockdown, we are as busy as ever. Agents and their clients must follow safety guidelines, such

6875 Clara Lee Avenue in Allied Gardens, San Diego – SOLD!

6875 Clara Lee Avenue in Allied Gardens, San Diego is SOLD 3D Matterport Tour See the 3D Tour › Welcome to 6875 Clara Lee Avenue, a mid-century modern home in the Allied Gardens neighborhood of San Diego. 6875 Clara Lee is a single story home on a 7,800 square foot lot. There are 3 bedrooms and 2 baths in this 1123 square foot floor plan. The upgraded eat-in kitchen features newer kitchen cabinets and countertops.

1208 Corte Cielo in Santa Fe Hills, San Marcos – SOLD in 12 Days!

1208 Corte Cielo in Santa Fe Hills – SOLD Welcome to Santa Fe Hills! 1208 Corte Cielo is a 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home in a 1,470 square foot floor plan. The home boasts an open floor plan and tall windows, which bring in lots of natural light. There is tile and plank flooring throughout the home. All bedrooms are upstairs. The spacious master suite features a vaulted ceiling and walk-in closet. At the

210 Avenida Descanso in Oceanside – SOLD in 5 Days!

210 Avenida Descanso in Oceanside – SOLD in 5 Days! After 5 days and multiple offers, we sold this property ABOVE asking price! Congratulations to the lucky Buyers and happy Sellers. Welcome to 210 Avenida Descanso, located in the neighborhood of Vista Hermosa in Oceanside. This single-story twinhome is located less than 6 miles from the ocean. 210 Avenida Descanso has an 820 square foot open floor plan, with two bedrooms and one full bath.

3989 Baja Vista Drive in Rio Vista, Oceanside – SOLD in 3 Days!

3989 Baja Vista Drive in Rio Vista, Oceanside – SOLD in 3 Days! After only 3 days of showings and multiple offers, we closed escrow at $690,000, which is $25,000 ABOVE asking price! Congratulations to the lucky Buyers and happy Sellers! Welcome to your Oceanside pool paradise in Rio Vista, less than 5 miles from the ocean! 3989 Baja Vista Drive is a single story home at the very end of a cul-de-sac on a

North County San Diego Real Estate Market Report – September 2020

What’s Happening in the North County San Diego Real Estate Market? Source: Mylene’s Real Estate Market Report uses data from CRMLS for 2018-2020 and represents properties listed or sold by various brokers. COVID-19 Update Real estate sales remains an essential service. In spite of the lockdown, we are as busy as ever. We follow safety guidelines, such as wearing masks and using hand sanitizer, and there are no open houses at this time. Showings are

2821 Rancho Rio Chico in Rancho Carrillo, Carlsbad – SOLD!

2821 Rancho Rio Chico in Rancho Carrillo, Carlsbad – SOLD! Welcome to the Village of Benicia in Rancho Carrillo, Carlsbad! 2821 Rancho Rio Chico is a 3 bedroom (plus bonus room), 3 bath detached home PLUS a separate apartment, located above the 3-car garage. The total square footage is 3,003, not including the 130 square foot bedroom off the master bath. This Shea Home is dual-zone HVAC ready (plumbed and ready for air conditioning), and

1187 Madera Lane in Vista Park Villas, Vista – SOLD in 6 days!

1187 Madera Lane in Vista Park Villas, Vista – SOLD in 6 Days! UPDATE: After 6 days and multiple offers, 1187 Madera Lane SOLD for $11,000 ABOVE asking price. Congratulations to the lucky Buyer and happy Sellers! Welcome to 1187 Madera Lane, in Vista Park Villas! 1187 Madera Lane is a 2 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath condo with a 976 square foot floor plan. This condo complex is VA approved. 1187 Madera Lane is in excellent condition.

1122 North Ivy Street in North Escondido – SOLD above asking!

1122 North Ivy Street in North Escondido is SOLD UPDATE: After 11 days and multiple offers, 1122 North Ivy Street SOLD for $542,000! Congratulations to the happy Sellers and lucky Buyers! 3D Matterport Tour See the 3D Tour › Welcome to 1122 North Ivy Street in North Escondido! 1122 North Ivy is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath detached home with 1170 square feet. There is also a newly refinished pool and above-ground Caldera spa. 1122

North County San Diego Real Estate Market Report – August 2020

What’s Happening in the North County San Diego Real Estate Market? Source: Mylene’s Real Estate Market Report uses data from CRMLS for 2018-2020 and represents properties listed or sold by various brokers. COVID-19 Update In spite of the most recent lockdown, real estate remains an essential service. People are still buying and selling homes. Inspectors, appraisers, title and escrow companies, lenders, and real estate brokerages are working diligently to serve them. Inventory The biggest challenge