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.
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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.
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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.
Please call Dennis Smith at 760-212-8225 for more information or assistance in buying, selling, or investing in Real Estate.
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.
Here is how our Virtual Home Selling Program works:
Virtual Home Selling Consultation
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
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
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
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
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.
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a sudden and major effect on every aspect of human life. In a matter of weeks, so many things have shifted in ways we have never expected.
The level of economic uncertainty currently stands at an all-time high. However, with the right information from industry experts on where the housing market stands, we can make sound decisions.
Please call Dennis Smith at 760-212-8225 for more information or assistance in buying, selling, or investing in Real Estate.
This home is now sold but you can call Dennis Smith for similar homes at 760-212-8225.
Beautifully updated Carlsbad home in an excellent location!
Enjoy peace, privacy, and space in this beautiful Carlsbad home. Set on a large lot with plenty of side space, this home features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a 2-car garage, and 1,909 square feet of living space.
You’ll love its new fixtures, new vinyl tile and carpet, spacious sitting rooms, granite countertop, vaulted ceiling, and spacious backyard.
Set just minutes away from Carlsbad Lagoon, hiking trails, Calavera Park, Mall, shops, theaters, gourmet dining, top-notch school, and downtown Carlsbad Village, this home gives you easy access to amenities while enjoying the privacy you deserve.
This home is now sold but you can call Dennis Smith for similar homes at 760-212-8225.
Enjoy privacy and serenity in this Carlsbad home
Welcome to your new home in Carlsbad!
Nestled on a large private lot in a peaceful residential community is a beautifully updated 2-story home packed with everything you want.
Combining elegance, sophistication, and space, this contemporary home features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a 2-car garage, and 1,909 square feet of living space.
You’ll love its easy access to highly rated schools, open-floor layout, spacious vaulted ceiling, opportunity for a home office in the fourth bedroom, recent updates, and more.
The large private lot has room for a pool or a granny flat, an ADU, or an office. There’s also enough space for on-site parking of an RV or a mobile office trailer in the side yard.
The home has been freshly painted inside and out. New fixtures, carpet, toilets, and hardware were installed.
Granite countertops and newer cabinets have been installed in the kitchen. The house has also been replumbed with copper plumbing. New vinyl plank tile and carpet were installed throughout the home.
Say goodbye to monthly HOA or Mello-Roos! This home is located in a neighborhood where you don’t have to make any additional monthly payments. Fast fiber optic is coming soon.
If you have been looking for a ‘wow’ home where you can relax and entertain, this is the home for you.
A bright and airy home with an inviting ambiance
Enjoy plenty of family living space in the bright and lovely living room with vinyl floors, vaulted ceilings, neutrally toned walls, and wood-surround fireplace.
Large windows let in plenty of natural light, making this great room warm and inviting, perfect for entertaining friends and loved ones during celebrations and holidays.
To the right side of the foyer is a light-filled dining room perfect for both entertaining or an intimate gathering with loved ones. A large window lets in plenty of sunlight, bathing this room with a cozy ambiance.
Adjacent to the formal dining room is a well-equipped kitchen outfitted with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar, and lots of storage spaces. With ample counters available, you are ready to prepare for a party or have one catered.
Enjoy the serene backyard view right in the family room. Thanks to the sliding glass doors, this room is bright and airy.
The vinyl plank floor presents a lovely contrast to the neutrally toned walls and ceiling, giving this room a relaxing vibe. It’s also a lovely space to just relax with your favorite drink and watch your favorite shows.
Enjoy peace of mind and the best of rest in the generously-spaced master bedroom of this home in Carlsbad. Thanks to its size and monochromatic theme, this master bedroom radiates serenity, perfect for relaxation and sleep.
The ensuite features a walk-in shower and tons of storage.
If you need a home office, you can easily convert the fourth bedroom into one.
Complete privacy in a spacious backyard
This beautiful Carlsbad home comes with a wonderful outdoor retreat best for summer entertaining and relaxation. Fenced all around, this backyard offers the wonderful privacy you’re looking for. Enjoy amazing barbecue parties, alfresco lunches, and serene moments in this spacious backyard.
A green thumbs dream home, there’s plenty of space here for landscaping and gardening projects of your very own organic vegetable garden. Or you can use the space to install a pool, a granny flat, an ADU, or an office if you need one.
This is your chance to live near the heart of Carlsbad!
On top of its pristine condition, beautiful features, and numerous upgrades, this home is conveniently located close to the Carlsbad Lagoon, hiking trails, Calavera Park, Mall, shops, theaters, gourmet dining, and downtown Carlsbad Village.
There’s so much to do in Carlsbad. You can enjoy surfing, kayak, SUP, golf, skateparks, and more. There are plenty of entertaining places like museums, Carlsbad flower fields, and Legoland. Commuting is easy and convenient through Coaster/Amtrak train stations and freeways.
In addition, you get to live close to highly ranked schools. Hope Elementary, Calavera Hills Middle School, Carlsbad High School, and Sage Creek High School are all within the three-mile radius.
Residences like this gorgeous Carlsbad property for sale don't stay long in the market so grab this chance now!
This home is now sold but you can call Dennis Smith for similar homes at 760-212-8225.
Fully updated home that's better than new!
Enjoy privacy and space in this spacious home for sale in Escondido CA. Located on Del Rincon Pl, this home offers the convenience, serenity, and style you're looking for.
You'll love its gorgeous updates which include hardscape, landscape, wood floors, and window treatment.
This home showcases a stunning gourmet kitchen with a large granite counter that can easily seat seven.
The show-stopper is the 700+ sq. ft. in-law suite with a separate front entrance, garage access, laundry, storage, kitchen, living area, dining area, full bath, and access to the backyard via the bedroom.
Enjoy privacy and togetherness in this multi-gen home in Escondido, REDUCED TO $849,900
Call me, Dennis Smith, at (760)212-8225 and schedule a showing today.
This home is now sold but you can call Dennis Smith for similar homes at 760-212-8225.
Better than new construction in Escondido CA!
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Stunning upgrades, top-notch modern conveniences, gorgeous views, and impeccable style await you in this gorgeous “multi-gen” Escondido CA home. This home features 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and 3,569 square feet of living space with attached 700+ square feet ADU/Granny Flat.
You’ll love everything in this home, from its front and rear landscape to its open floor plan, spacious master suite, luxurious bathrooms, gourmet kitchen, and outdoor entertaining areas.
If you’ve been looking for a home where you can entertain, enjoy privacy and space, and experience ultimate comfortable living, this is the home for you.
Enjoy more than $140,000 in upgrades in this San Diego home!
To ensure your ultimate comfort and convenience, this home was completely upgraded – everything is done! It has over $140,000 in upgrades including hardscape, landscape, wood floors, and window coverings and more.
Among the myriad upgrades are upgraded hardwood flooring covering the entire first floor (including the next gen apartment). In addition, outdoor lighting, manicured landscaping, thoughtful hardscape, and an extra-large BBQ island all blend together to form an entertainer’s private paradise.
Professional designer touches can be found throughout the home. Interior paint upgrades were selected to compliment the light exposure and scenery; high-end louvered-blinds, custom curtains, and valances adorn windows throughout; and a modular entertainment wall finishes off the upstairs family room.
A full array of tech and comfort features are also included. A network of Cat-5e high-speed ethernet cables connects the whole house. Multimedia outlets with USB ports are installed in every bedroom and living space. The powerful whole-house fan can exchange the air in the home within minutes. A water softener, ionizer and reverse osmosis filter was installed in early-2019 to ensure exceptional water quality for years to come. The tankless water heater delivers endless hot water, while water-conserving toilets, faucets, and showerheads help to keep the water bills low.
Among the myriad upgrades are upgraded hardwood flooring covering the entire first floor (including the next gen apartment). In addition, outdoor lighting, manicured landscaping, thoughtful hardscape, and an extra-large BBQ island all blend together to form an entertainer’s private paradise.
Professional designer touches can be found throughout the home. Interior paint upgrades were selected to compliment the light exposure and scenery; high-end louvered-blinds, custom curtains, and valances adorn windows throughout; and a modular entertainment wall finishes off the upstairs family room.
To regulate the temperature, this home features ECOBEE smart thermostats on both floors which control the dual A. It is also installed with a SIMPLISAFE security system with multiple keypads and sensors throughout the home.
The solar is leased via power-purchase-agreement and configured to save roughly 20-25% from average power bills. (Based on the electrical needs of a family of 5).
Bask in the inviting appeal of the open floor plan of this Del Rincon home.
Neutral toned walls, a spacious interior, and gorgeous hardwood floor welcome you in this generously-sized next-gen home in Escondido.
Large windows let light stream into this elegant dining space that can comfortably fit a ten-person dining set. Located at the right side of the entryway and open to the living area, this formal dining room is conveniently set for easy access.
The great room is fabulously spaced and boasts of large windows, sliding glass doors, and hardwood floors. Light flows in through the large windows, enhancing the airy and spacious feel of this home’s interior.
The living area is well-spaced, a great spot to relax, welcome friends, and entertain.
Across the living room is an impressive eat-in kitchen which boasts of a single granite slab island with a large farm sink, dishwasher, cabinet storage on both sides, pantry and is large enough to comfortably seat seven.
Stainless steel appliances and lots of beautiful cabinets for storage also await you in this stunning kitchen. If you love entertaining, this kitchen is perfect for you!
Off the kitchen area is a glass door that opens to the patio and backyard.
A spacious ADU/Granny Suite on the main level
To experience the ADU, take a walk through the 3D Virtual Tour completed by Matterport at https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=xkvHBuL2t2A&mls=1 The show-stopper of this Escondido home is the multi-generational suite on the main level.
Featuring 700+ sq. ft. of living space, this in-law suite has a separate front entrance, garage access, laundry, storage, full bath, and access to the backyard via the bedroom.
This in-law suite also has own kitchen, living room, dining area, and walk-in closet on the entry level, maximizing the privacy your guest deserves.
This floorplan truly puts the “Next-Gen” in multigenerational living.
More private accommodations on the second floor
This Escondido property comes with three well-appointed and generous bedrooms that will surely tempt you to snuggle in your bed longer.
The spacious master suite features neutrally toned walls, large windows, and immaculate carpet floor, creating a modern and relaxing effect.
The ensuite bathroom is elegant and well-spaced and features a spa-style bathroom with sleek quartz countertops, separate vanities, deep soaking tub, a large shower, and walk-in his and her closets.
Do you need another bedroom or a media room? The sunlit bonus loft on the second floor is currently being used as a media room and playroom, but can be turned and easily converted to an office space or another bedroom.
The laundry room with deep sink and great storage completes the amenities on the second floor.
Entertain in the fabulous outdoor living space
An ideal home cannot be complete without an outdoor living space and this home has an awesome patio and backyard!
The backyard feels like an extension of the home. Enjoy cooking at the large BBQ island which houses a LION 40-inch natural gas grill, a side burner, sink, power, and storage.
Chat the evening away around the glass-filled gas fire pit or relax in the California room while listening to the soothing sounds of the waterfall fountain. The elevated lot offers plenty of seclusion and privacy.
The backyard is fully fenced, providing additional privacy and security.
A carefully planned Next-Gen home
Two homes. Under one roof. Imagine having both privacy and togetherness. Both independence and help nearby when needed. Lennar is the first home builder to offer a home specifically designed for multigenerational living in order to accommodate your family without sacrificing your comfort. Your family can enjoy cost savings and more opportunities for special family moments.
Experience privacy, retreat, and style in this magnificent multi-gen property in Escondido!
In addition to this home’s excellent amenities, this home is conveniently located close to schools, shopping, dining, and I-15 and 78. Reidy Creek Golf Course and Kent Ranch Community Park are just minutes away.
This home shows better than brand-new and is a true must see!
An Encinitas home that showcases a merge of elegance and sophistication
Everything you want in a home and more is in this luxury home for sale in Encinitas CA. Nestled upon a hill on a flag lot off Manchester Ave in the Olivenhain neighborhood, it delivers ultimate convenience, space, and a gorgeous outdoor retreat. Professionally decorated and meticulously updated, it is the luxurious haven you have been looking for.
This home features 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3,894 square feet of living space, beautifully-crafted architectural details, meticulous updates, and more.
