North County and San Diego Events June 2018

North County and San Diego Events June 2018

San Diego County FairSan Diego County Fair
June 1 – July 4
Location: Del Mar, Del Mar Fair Grounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd

How Sweet It Is! Get ready for treats that will tempt all of your senses at the 2018 San Diego County Fair.

What sweet things are at the fair this year? There are so many! See concerts, exhibits, attractions and festivals. Don’t miss the entertainment, animals and contests too.

This year the Fair opens at 4:00 PM on Friday, June 1 and continues through Wednesday, July 4. The Fair is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays in June. The Fair’s season pass, the Best Pass Ever, is on sale now! Attend all 26 days of the Fair for just $28.


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May 2018 North County and San Diego Real Estate Market Report

May 2018 North County and San Diego Real Estate Market Report

The May 2018 North County and San Diego Real Estate Market Report brings us a month of firsts. The median home price countywide hit its highest point ever at $575,000. That’s $15,000 higher than in March and 8.7 percent more compared to the previous year. North County also saw a new high with its median price increasing 7.4 percent over the previous year, hitting $644,500.

April’s other first was a year-over increase in new listings in both North County and San Diego County as a whole. We haven’t seen this happen since August 2016. This increase in new listings combined with fewer sales kept inventory levels from decreasing. They are still quite low at 2.1 months in North County and 1.9 months in San Diego County, but this is the first time inventory has not seen a year-over drop since 2015.

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Interest Rate Impact

Interest Rate Impact on Your Bottom Line

Rising interest rates have a significant impact on your mortgage payment and your ability to qualify for a loan. Whether you are looking for your first home or your fifth, you are probably going to need a mortgage to purchase it. The infographic below shows what your payment would be as interest rates increase.

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North County and San Diego Events May 2018

North County and San Diego Events May 2018

Julian Wildflower ShowJulian Wildflower Show
May 4 – 6
10 AM – 4 PM
Location: Julian, 2129 Main St

The Julian Wildflower Show has been an historical event for over 91 years. Because of Julian’s mountain valley location, bordering a national forest and close to the Anza-Borrego State Park, we have 855 species of plants within 25 miles of town. Many of these plants were used for health and healing by Native Americans. The Wildflower Show is meant to educate club members, local residents, out-of-town visitors and children about the botanical wealth of Julian and its vicinity.

With permission from landowners, club members spend two days gathering wildflowers from five plant zones. The wildflowers are displayed in the Julian Town Hall. The flowers are arranged on tables representing the different geographical areas and plant zones in which they are picked. Display cards provided the name of the plant and described uses of the various plants by Native Americans.


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Optimum Time for Selling

Optimum Time for Selling travel trailerA couple is planning to tour the United States in a travel trailer during their first few years of retirement. They are going to sell their current home now and purchase another home when they finish their travels.

An interesting exercise is to determine the optimum time for selling the home: now or when they’re ready to buy their replacement home.

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April 2018 North County and San Diego Real Estate Market Report

April 2018 North County and San Diego Real Estate Market Report

The April 2018 North County and San Diego Real Estate Market Report continues to show strong price growth, tight inventory and fewer sales compared to 2017. Those price increases along with rising mortgage rates are making it tough for home buyers. The San Diego economy is strong based on a recent study by University of San Diego, but experts don’t see the real estate boom lasting forever.

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Three Simple Steps for Getting Mortgage Ready

Three Simple Steps for Getting Mortgage Ready

Don’t wait until you’re ready to move to start preparing financially to buy a home.

If you’re like the vast majority of home buyers, you will choose to finance your purchase with a mortgage loan. By preparing in advance, you can avoid the common delays and roadblocks many buyers face when applying for a mortgage.

The requirements to secure a mortgage may seem overwhelming, especially if you’re a first-time buyer. But I’ve outlined three simple steps for getting mortgage ready.

Even if you’re a current homeowner, it’s a good idea to prepare in advance so you don’t encounter any surprises along the way. Lending requirements have become more rigorous in recent years. Changes to your credit history, debt levels, job type and other factors could impact your chances of approval.

It’s never too early to start preparing to buy a home. Follow these three steps to begin laying the foundation for your future home purchase today!

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North County and San Diego Events April 2018

North County and San Diego Events April 2018

The Flower FieldsThe Flower Fields
March 1 – May 13
Location: Carlsbad, 5704 Paseo del Norte

For over sixty years, Mother Nature has transformed the rolling hills of north San Diego County into one of the most spectacular and coordinated displays of natural color and beauty anywhere in the world. The nearly fifty acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers that make up The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch® in Carlsbad, California, are in bloom for approximately six to eight weeks each year – from early March through early May – literally bringing the famous fields back to life. This annual burst of color, which has become part of the area’s local heritage, also is one of nature’s official ways of announcing the arrival of spring here in southern California.

Easter Sunrise Service on Sunday, April 1 at 6:30 am.

  • Hours: Open to the public seven days a week from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Prices: Adults: $16.00 Seniors 60+: $14.00 Children 3-10 yrs.: $8.00 Children 2 yrs. & under: Free
  • Season Passes: Adults: $35.00 Seniors 60+: $30.00 Children 3-10 yrs.: $18.00

The Flower Fields are an alcohol and tobacco free environment. Smoking and alcoholic beverages are not permitted onsite. No Bicycles, hoverboards or drones are permitted.


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March 2018 San Diego Housing Market Report

March 2018 San Diego Housing Market Report

The March 2018 San Diego Housing Market Report shows February picking up steam. Job growth in San Diego County is strong, and incomes are expected to grow. This along with a lack of homes available for purchase, both new and resale, continues to fuel price increases. Interest rates are rising though, and this limits buyers’ ability to qualify. This is expected to slow down home appreciation in 2018.

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North County and San Diego Events March 2018

North County and San Diego Events March 2018

The Flower Fields
March 1 – May 13
Location: Carlsbad, 5704 Paseo del Norte

The Flower FieldsFor over sixty years, Mother Nature has transformed the rolling hills of north San Diego County into one of the most spectacular and coordinated displays of natural color and beauty anywhere in the world. The nearly fifty acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers that make up The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch® in Carlsbad, California, are in bloom for approximately six to eight weeks each year – from early March through early May – literally bringing the famous fields back to life. This annual burst of color, which has become part of the area’s local heritage, also is one of nature’s official ways of announcing the arrival of spring here in southern California.

  • Hours: Open to the public seven days a week from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Prices: Adults: $16.00 Seniors 60+: $14.00 Children 3-10 yrs.: $8.00 Children 2 yrs. & under: Free
  • Season Passes: Adults: $35.00 Seniors 60+: $30.00 Children 3-10 yrs.: $18.00

The Flower Fields are an alcohol and tobacco free environment. Smoking and alcoholic beverages are not permitted onsite. No Bicycles, hoverboards or drones are permitted.


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