If you’ve been thinking about buying a new home, winter is the time to start getting serious. Here are a few reasons to brave the cooler weather and go on a house hunt:

The winter season has fewer units on the market, and sellers tend to need to move from their property. You can use that to your advantage to get a favorable deal.

Winter has fewer buyers in the market. Looking for a home in the winter can be inconvenient, and people are less likely to move. Families also tend to be on a September to June cycle because they are unwilling to move their children to a new town in the middle of the school year. Fewer buyers means less competition.

Lenders usually have fewer loans to process and less paperwork to deal with. With lenders less hassled, you might be able to  expect a smoother process to get approved for a mortgage.

Finally, as all savvy shoppers know after the holiday season comes the season of bargain opportunities. This includes houses as well!!

So go out and brave the weather, rain or sun and find that home you’ve been looking for. NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY.

For a complete list of all the latest short sales, foreclosures and standard sales call: PAM or JOANNA .

PAM PARTON: 760-580-1615                       JOANNA WOOLLEY: 760-580-1630

Why Real Estate is still AMERICA’S BEST INVESTMENT

The latest headlines tell us the economy fluctuates from recovery to ruin on a weekly basis. In reality, real estate is cyclical, and the market is on its way to recovery in most areas. Although you may feel nervous about home ownership, property is still your best long – term investment.

In more than two thirds of the country, housing affordability has dipped to pre-housing bubble levels, creating opportunities for those looking for a bargain. Home prices are expected to rise in 2013 due to fewer distressed sales and the impending housing shortage.

Mortgage rates have decreased over the last fifty years to record lows. Due to the economic downturn,borrowers with stellar credit and a solid employment history are best able to secure financing right now. However, as conditions improve, the market will expand for borrowers who may not fit the mold of traditonal lending standards, such as the self employed.

A major advantage of homeownership is building equity. The average seller who purchased a home in 2002 gained 24% in equity, while those who purchased their homes 11 to 15 years ago had a median gain of 40%.

So in spite of all the negative news the press is brain washing us with IT IS STILL A GREAT TIME TO BUY A HOME!

For more information on great HOME  DEALS available in North County San Diego give us a call as  we would love to share this information with you.

PAM PARTON:  760-580-1630                             JOANNA WOOLLEY: 760-580-1615

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Brian Buffini, Wall Street Jouranl and National Association of Realtors.

Don’t miss this opportunity to view this charming peaceful country style home. Light & bright with beautiful views of the golf course yet very secluded. Large picture windows with white plantation shutters let in lots of natural light and showcase the unique woodland style backyard. Views are enjoyed on the deck & patio, behind the privacy of nature with the tranquil sounds of your very own babbling brook. The large bonus room has so many different uses – sewing room, game room, exercise room, storage or perhaps even your own man cave. Home Buyers don’t miss your chance to live in a classic hidden meadows beauty! It’s even a STANDARD SALE!
1800 sq ft 3 Bedrooms / 2 Baths
PRICED at $390,000 – $410,000
Call us anytime for more information on this home or other homes for sale in the community.
PAM PARTON 760-580-1615 JOANNA WOOLLEY 760-580-1630

WHY THIS RANCHO BERNARDO HOME, CA LOCATED AT 11690 VIA FIRUL  SHOULD BE ON YOUR LIST!

From the moment you walk through the pretty wrought iron gated secluded entry you feel a sense of peace surround you. This gorgeous newly listed Rancho Bernardo Home has everything a home buyer could need and even more.

11690 Via Firul is filled with light throughout the ground level, the new dual sliding glass doors create a sense of open spacious living and showcase the delightful backyard retreat where you can slip away the summer evenings in your own private paradise. 

Guests or extended family can enjoy their own space on the ground level with a self contained bedroom and bathroom. 3 Spacious Bedrooms on 2nd level.

Beautifully maintained in every aspect, every home buyer should take a moment to view this home they will adore. Close to highly rated award winning schools.

Enjoy the Fabulous Bernardo Community Heights with pool, spa tennis courts, game room and exercise facility.

2309 SQ ft      4 Bedrooms   3 Bathrooms  Quiet Cul de Sac location. Priced at $665,000

For more information on this Beautiful Home please call Pam or Joanna.

PAM PARTON 760-580-1615         JOANNA 760-580-1630

Valley Center Home Owners here are some tips to help you sell your home!

Here are a few tips for you home sellers out there:
 1. Have a pre-sale home inspection. Be proactive by arranging for a pre-sale home inspection. An inspector will be able to give you a good indication of any trouble areas that will stand out to potential buyers, and you’ll be able to make repairs before open houses begin.

2. Organize and clean. Pare down clutter and pack up your least-used items, such as large blenders and other kitchen tools, out-of-season clothes, toys, and exercise equipment. Store items off-site or in boxes neatly arranged in the garage or basement. Clean the windows, carpets, walls, lighting fixtures, and baseboards to make the house shine.

3. Get replacement estimates. Do you have big-ticket items that are worn our or will need to be replaced soon, such your roof or carpeting? Get estimates on how much it would cost to replace them, even if you don’t plan to do it yourself. The figures will help buyers determine if they can afford the home, and will be handy when negotiations begin.

4. Find your warranties. Gather up the warranties, guarantees, and user manuals for the furnace, washer and dryer, dishwasher, and any other items that will remain with the house.

5. Spruce up the curb appeal. Pretend you’re a buyer and stand outside of your home. As you approach the front door, what is your impression of the property? Do the lawn and bushes look neatly manicured? Is the address clearly visible? Are pretty flowers or plants framing the entrance? Is the walkway free from cracks and impediments.

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IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR HOME CALL PAM AND JOANNA TO FIND OUT WHAT WE WILL DO TO SELL YOUR HOME.

Pam Parton:  760-580-1615            Joanna Woolley: 760-580-1630

VALLEY CENTER HOME SELLERS CHECK OUT THIS LIST ON WHY YOU SHOULD LIST YOUR HOME DURING THE HOLIDAYS:

For all of you Valley Center Homeowners out there who are considering putting your home on the market, read on for 11 Great reasons to list your home during the holidays, or why you should keep your home on the market if it is already listed.

• Home buyers who look for a home during the Holidays are more serious home buyers!
• Serious buyers have fewer homes to choose from during the holidays and less competition means more money for you!
• Since the supply of listings will dramatically increase in January, there will be less demand for your particular home. Less demand means less money for you.
• Homes show better when decorated for the holidays!
• Home buyers are more emotional during the Holidays, so they are more likely to pay YOUR price!
• Home buyers have more time to look for a home during the holidays than they do during a working week!
• Some home buyers must buy before the end of the year for tax reasons!
• January is traditionally the month for employees to begin new jobs. Since transferees cannot wait until Spring to buy, your home must be on the market now to capture the market.
• Your home can still be on the market, but you have the option to restrict showings during the six or seven days during the Holidays!
• By selling your home now, you may have an opportunity to be a non-contingent home buyer during the Spring, when many more homes are on the market for less money! This will allow you to sell at a higher price and buy at a lower price.
• You can sell your home now for more money and we will provide for a delayed closing or extended occupancy until early next year.

CALL PAM OR JOANNA TODAY FOR A COMPARATIVE MARKET ANALYSIS ON YOUR HOME AND A SPECIALIZED MARKETING PLAN ON WHAT WE WILL DO TO SELL YOUR HOME!

PAM PARTON: 760-580-1615                   JOANNA WOOLLEY: 760-580-1630

 IN THIS UNCERTAIN ECONOMIC CLIMATE

 most of us know someone who has experienced some kind of difficulty with their home loan.    

     With the recent rise in home foreclosures, foreclosure-related scams have increased significantly. So-called “foreclosure rescue companies” claim they will help save your home, but in reality are out to make a profit – at your expense. So read on for some tips on how to avoid these, and what you should be watching out for if you are a homeowner, or pass these on to another homeowner you know who might benefit from this advice.

WATCH OUT FOR:

• Requests for money up front before providing any service.
• Instructions telling you not to contact your lender, lawyer, housing counselor, family, friends or others.
• Requests for mortgage payments to be made directly to a company or bank account set up by that person, rather than your lender.
• Requirements for payments only in the form of cash, cashiers check or wire transfer.
• Some entity advises you to transfer your property deed or title to his or her company.
• Someone offers to fill out paperwork for you and encourages you to lease your home and buy it back over time.
• Anyone who tells you to do something immediately and without delay. This includes pressuring you into signing paperwork that you have not had the time to read thoroughly or do not fully understand.
• Offers to buy your home for a fixed price that is not set by the housing market at the time of sale.
• Requests for signatures on documents where lines have been left blank.
• Requests for signatures on a grant deed or deed of trust.

If you or some other homeowner has been the victim of a foreclosure-related scam or approached by someone you think might be scam artist, you may report the incident.

Call Pam or Joanna for further information on who you might contact or to get further advice on any foreclosure related scams. We are here to assist you in any way we can with the sale of your home. Our goal is to help you avoid any unnecessary stress and accomplish the sale of your home in a timely and efficient manner.

Pam Parton: 760-580-1615   Joanna Woolley: 760-580-1630  WelcomeHomeSanDiegoCounty.com

 28618 Meadow Glen Way just got even better!

  Now this beautiful remodeled home is more affordable than ever.   Imagine living in one of Escondidos finest and best kept secret communities. 

As you drive through this unique community, you will marvel at the  interesting landscapes and architecture of the homes as they were built to preserve the natural beauty of the enormous boulders and majestic mountains.

Currently offered at just $399,000-$429,000.   

Where can you find all of this at this price?

• 2148 Square Feet
• 3 Bedrooms / 2 Baths
• Single Level
• Granite Counters
• Stainless Steel Appliances
• Beautiful and Pleniful Kitchen Cabinets
• Distressed Hardwood Floors
• Traverntine Tile in Bathrooms
• All New Sinks, Toilets, Faucets and Fixtures
• 2 Fireplaces (Including 1 in Master Suite)
• New Carpet
• Indoor Laundry Room with Utility Sink
• .25 Acre Lot
• Beautiful Low Maintenance Landscape
• Golf Course Community
• Community Pool and Club House
• Gorgeous Mountain Views
• Minutes To Freeway But Feels Miles Away
• 2 Different School Districts to Choose from

To schedule a private tour or get open house information, call or text us at 760-580-1615 or 760-580-1630

Beautifully Remodeled Master Suite

Gorgeous Granite Counters and Stainless Steel Appliances

Hidden Meadows Beauty

3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2148 SQ FT

Fabulous Remodeled Home In The Coveted Hidden Meadows Golf Course Community. 

Everything is complete, just bring your furniture and move right in!

Spacious Single Level Living, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 2148 SQ FT.  

With Beautiful Distressed Hard Wood Floors, Granite Counters,  All New Stainless Steel Appliances, and gorgeous kitchen cabinets.

And wait until you see the master bathroom suite, fit for a king and queen!

Master Bath

 New carpet in bedrooms, fresh paint inside and out, freshly landscaped, located on a quiet street in lovely Hidden Meadows, close to everything.  

Affordably priced at just $439,000. 

Open House Sunday September 12, 2010 from 1:00 to 4:00 PM to view this perfect doll  house. 

Completely updated and upgraded kitchen

For more information and to find out about the special weekend buyer incentives

,

CALL

Pam Parton 760-580-1615 or Joanna Woolley 760-580-1630

San Diego Countys Best Kept Secret, Valley Center

If you are thinking about selling your home and making a move to a different area.  You yearn for more open space, less people and some peace in your life – Valley Center might just be the place for you to buy a home. There are some so many wonderful homes for sale, and the prices are some of the best you will find in San Diego County. Fresh mountain air and stunning views which will knock your socks off are some of the perks of living in this glorious community. Only 35 miles to downtown San Diego make it very accessible to all amenities.

Another reason to move to Valley Center would be the school system offered. Three of the Valley Center schools have been recognised as California Distinguished Schools. VCPUSD students consistently score higher in the State tests than students of San Diego County and the State as a whole. Three of the schools have an API score of over 800. The schools are smaller than average size compared to others in San Diego County and offer a caring and supportive environment for the students.

Valley Center High School is a California Distinguished School, in its 10 year history, has proven its dedication to excellence in the classroom, on the athletic field, and in the performing arts. Its staff offer a professional learning community that is committed to all students achieving at high levels. Offering 10 Advanced placement courses for college credit along with the Maxine theatre, a state of the art performing arts facility located on the High School Campus featuring 577 seats, Steinway Grand Piano and a full theatrical fly.

Valley Center Middle School is dedicated to providing a rich educational environment that offers opportunites for all students to learn. Along with the focus on academic success, VCMS provides many opportunities for student enrichment that include: drama, chorus, computer technology, video production, craft and sewing projects, strings, agriculture, and a wide variety of after school sports.

Valley Center Elementary Schools create a safe, respectful and responsible environment  where students are inspired to achieve their individual potential and are recognized for their efforts.

Valley Center Primary School a distinguished California School, is an early childhood education where children learn and flourish in a caring and supportive environment. A deeply committed staff work collegially to provide a developmentally repsonsive curriculum for all children during their first years of school.

Valley Center Sunset

You will be pleased you have found San Diego Countys Best Kept Secret, Valley Center.

Content courtesy of VCPUSD.

TO VIEW HOMES FOR SALE IN VALLEY CENTER CALL PAM OR JOANNA:

PAM PARTON 760-580-1615                   JOANNA WOOLLEY 760-580-1630