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How to Write the Perfect Personal Note

The Power of a Personal Note

Simple old-fashioned personal notes have become quite rare in this digital era in which e-mail and text messaging are more common. However, it remains to be one of the best ways to make someone’s day. Whether you are saying thanks or just letting someone know you are thinking of them, that personal connection is hard to beat. 

But figuring out what to write can be a little difficult. You want your note to be personal and sincere, but you can’t seem to get the right words to write. 

If you are at a loss for words, these formulas will help you craft a heartfelt message. 

Creating the Perfect Personal Note

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Get More Done in 2021

Productivity Tips for 2021

Are you looking forward to a fresh new start this 2021? This year may not have been an ideal year because of the pandemic. Many of our plans and activities were either postponed or canceled. If you want to get back on track, you need to keep in mind that productivity is a conscious decision. 

But don’t be too hard on yourself. You can’t expect to be more productive overnight. Go for small adjustments and you will see more lasting changes. 

Here are productivity tips that will help you make the most out of yourself every day. 

Tips on How to Be More Productive in 2021
Get More Things Done Next Year

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5 Simple Tips to Keep Your Identity Safe

How to Secure Your Identity

Identity theft can have far-reaching effects. Many seemingly harmless habits can make you vulnerable to it. If you’re not careful, you can become one of the many victims. 

You don’t have to change your life to protect yourself from identity theft. Taking a few precautions can help protect your good name.

Here are some simple tips that can help you stay ahead of the thieves.

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Creative Gift Ideas

Ways to get ready for Christmas early

It might be too early to start celebrating the holidays. However, it’s not too soon to give some thought to a few little things you should do now to plan for the festive season. You don’t have to wait until you’re in the crux of the chaos to make preparations. 

As early as now, you can decide how much you are willing to spend and who will get gifts. If you wait until the last minute, you may end up overspending on gift ideas that may not be ideal. 

Here are some helpful ideas on how to get started early. Following these tips will do something good for your wallet and while also making loved ones feel good during the special time of year.

Strongly consider buying from your local retailers, especially Mom & Pop shops. They really need the support more than the on-line giants.

How to Prepare Early For Christmas
Creative Gift Ideas
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How to Avoid Phone Scams

Spotting Phone Scams

Scammers use clever schemes to defraud millions of people through their phones every year. They call their victims and claim to be from reputed companies. There are also others who trick oblivious individuals into scams related to wired money, sweepstakes, or other convincing scenarios.

To keep yourself safe, it’s important to know how scammers can use phones to try to profit from your personal information. There are also apps and features in your mobile phone that work well and can help protect you from annoying scam callers. 

Here are some helpful information to help you stay a step ahead.

Protect Yourself from Phone Scams
Avoid Mobile Phone Scams

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Planning the Perfect Renovation

Starting the Perfect Home Remodeling Project

Are you planning to update your home to boost its value? Are you working towards transforming your property into your dream home? Whatever your reason may be, starting a home renovation can be daunting. This is especially true if you haven’t done one before. It requires a serious amount of attention to details.

The good news is there are many apps that can help start you off on the right foot. These apps can assist you in the planning and design phases of your project. 

Use these design tools to make your renovation go a bit smoother.

Getting Started On Your Home Renovation

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A Roadmap for Cashless Spending

Tips to Manage Cashless Spending

Technology has been changing the way we spend our money. Today, more and more people rely on debit cards, credit cards, and mobile wallets. 

However, one of the major concerns about cashless spending how easy it is to spend money online or with the touch of a card or smartphone. Without physically seeing your money going away, it is easier to overspend. 

To avoid falling into this trap, here is a roadmap which will help control your spending in an electronic world. 

Tips to Control Cashless Spending

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Make Your Home Stand Out

Make Your Home in Carlsbad Stand Out

Do you want to sell your home fast? If so, one of the best things you can do is to boost your home’s curb appeal. It is also a great way to improve the value of your home. 

First impressions matter a lot in real estate. Buyers will be less interested to check out the rest of the house if the outside is in bad shape or unattractive. 

Check out these simple, low-cost curb appeal improvements that you can do. 

Tips to Improve Your San Diego Home's Curb Appeal
How to Boost Your San Diego Home's Curb Appeal

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Self Care Starts with Better Sleep

Steps to Better Sleep

Sleep is a vital component of self-care. However, in a society that prides itself on being awake and active, it can easily be ignored. In fact, many people consider sleep a luxury they cannot afford.

Getting enough sleep is one area where you can improve your health and well-being. Sleep gives us renewed strength, a more optimistic life outlook, and the energy we need to reach our full potential.

Here are several ways to improve the quality of your sleep

The Best Self-Care is Sleep

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Dennis & Sunshine Smith Virtual Home Selling Program

Dennis & Sunshine’s Virtual Home Selling Program

We have been helping clients buy & sell homes virtually and sight unseen in the greater San Diego area since 2002. We utilize easy to use, state-of-the-art technology to ensure our home buying & selling clients have an amazing virtual experience while ensuring no part of the process is sacrificed.

Throughout the entire home selling process, from listing to showing to inspections to closing, we’ve partnered with an array of top-notch service providers that all have implemented a safety protocol to keep both you and them safe and out of harm’s way during COVID-19.

Dennis & Sunshine’s Virtual Home Selling Program

Here is how our Virtual Home Selling Program works:

Virtual Home Selling Consultation

Dennis & Sunshine’s Virtual Home Selling Program

Using video conference technology, we can meet with you to learn more about your home-selling goals.  We also take the time to thoroughly review the real estate market and the comparable sales.  This meeting is for us to gain a very clear insight into your goals and timing and to set up a strategic plan to help you get there.

Marketing Your Property

Dennis & Sunshine’s Virtual Home Selling Program

We had already developed a strong online marketing program because the National Association of Realtors (NAR) stated that over 80% of buyers looked online for homes even before COVID19.
Ask about our 128 point selling plan which includes Professional pictures, video and 3D tours along with physical and/or virtual staging which are critical We use the best at little or no extra cost to you. These are the keystones of the buyer’s experience and we need to make your home memorable and desirable.

Virtual Home Showings

3D technology allows the potential buyers to walk through your home and look up, down and all around from the comfort of their home.  When we have given the buyers enough information, some are even buying without setting foot in the property. See a sample at https://rem.ax/Victoria3DTour (See the tour options in the lower-left corner.) With this technology, some buyers will buy a home without even visiting it.

Electronic Signature Technology

Dennis & Sunshine’s Virtual Home Selling Program

You can review and electronically sign the listing and buying contracts, disclosures and amendments, using your computer or mobile device during the offer and negotiation process.  We can also use a screen share service to thoroughly review any contracts and documents you have questions about. For Notarized signatures escrow can send a mobile notary.

Home Inspection and Disclosures

Dennis & Sunshine’s Virtual Home Selling Program

We recommend you hire a home inspector who will give you a detailed report on the condition of the home.
You will have that in your arsenal to give the buyer, also. You may choose to do some repairs, offer a credit, or sell “AS IS”. You will also need to fill out the state-required disclosures so the buyer has all the information needed to buy your home.

Digital Closing

Dennis & Sunshine’s Virtual Home Selling Program

You sign the estimated closing statement digitally, then escrow sends everything to the county recorder, who then gives us confirmation of recording.

All vendors, buyers and agents will be required to comply with the current CDC recommendations to ensure safety. I supply sanitizer, masks, wipes and gloves at the home and have all guests sign a statement that they will use them properly and that they do not have and haven’t been in contact with anyone with Covid in the last 14 days.

We would be pleased to give you a no-cost, no-obligation valuation of your home in today’s’ market.

Please call Dennis Smith at 760-212-8225 for more information or assistance in buying, selling, or investing in Real Estate.