This Single Story home boasts over 2800 square feet, has been recently remodeled to include a New Kitchen with Granite Counter Tops, New Appliances and beautiful hardwood Cabinetry. Hardwood and Tile Floors.  Master Suite enjoys views of the Garden, Large Walk-in Closet and New Master Bath boasts Large Jetted Soaking Tub and separate Shower.  Exterior and Interior have been freshly Painted.  Spacious Secondary Bedrooms.

Home site is on 1/2 acre and includes lush Flower Gardens and Mature Trees.  Inviting Pool and a Gazebo covered Spa.  Expansive Covered Patios for all your outdoor entertaining.

Award Winning Schools, Close to Shopping and Freeway Access.  Low Homeowner Fees and No Mello Roos Tax.

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Panoramic Views and Beautiful Sunsets from this 5 Bedroom 3.5 Bath Carmel Mountain Ranch Home. Over 3400 Square Foot Home, Built 2000, A Full Bed & Bath on 1st floor. Gourmet  Kitchen enjoys a Island Breakfast Bar, Large Pantry and loads of Cabinet and Counter Space.

Your own State of the art Media Room.  Loft has been custom designed for 3 computer Work Stations. .Master Suite boasts Fireplace, Private Balacony enjoys Cool Ocean Breezes, and Dual Sided Fireplace.   Master Bath area includes large soaking tub and loads of Closet Space.

Spacious  secondary Bedrooms. For all your outdoor entertaining the Backyard with Panoramic Views boasts an inviting Pool, Spa, Built-in BBQ and Fire Ring.  Cul de sac location and walking distance to elementary school.

“NAHB’s website that provides information about the home buyer tax credit, www.FederalHousingTaxCredit.com, has received more than 8 million visits,” said NAHB Chairman Bob Jones, a builder and developer in Bloomfield Hills, Mich. “We are doing everything we can to make sure home buyers are informed about this outstanding opportunity to benefit from buying a home before it expires April 30.”

Some of the more commonly-asked questions, and the answers, include:

1. How does a home buyer claim the tax credit?

The credit is claimed when the home buyer files or amends their federal income taxes. For qualifying homes purchased in 2009 or 2010, the taxpayer must complete IRS Form 5405 and attach a copy of the settlement statement. In most cases, the settlement statement is a properly executed Form HUD-1.

In circumstances where a HUD-1 is not provided, such as purchasing a mobile home or a newly constructed home, the IRS will accept an executed retail sales contract (mobile homes) or a copy of the certificate of occupancy (new homes).

2. Does the home buyer have to sell their current home in order to qualify for the $6,500 repeat home buyer tax credit?
A home buyer does not need to sell their current home in order to be eligible for the repeat buyer credit. They can continue to own both homes, and rent or use their former home for something else, as long as it no longer serves as their principal residence. The taxpayer is required to use the new home as their principal residence, and live in it for at least 36 months, or they will have to repay the credit.

3. Do married couples both have to meet the eligibility requirements in order to claim the credit, even if they file taxes separately?

Both spouses must fully meet all the eligibility requirements for either the $8,000 first-time home buyer tax credit or the $6,500 repeat buyer tax credit, regardless of if they file joint or separate tax returns. However, if an unmarried couple purchases a home and only one person qualifies, the eligible person may claim the full credit.

4. Do all home purchases need to be completed by April 30, 2010, in order to be eligible for the credit?
There are two exceptions to the April 30 deadline. If the buyer enters into a binding contract by the deadline, they have until June 30, 2010, to complete the purchase. The deadline has been extended a year, to April 30, 2011, for members of the uniformed services, Foreign Service or employees of the intelligence community who have been on qualified extended duty outside the United States for at least 90 days between January 1, 2009, and April 30, 2010.

Is Buying a Foreclosure Really a Bargain? What You Need to Know

In today’s tumultuous economy, it’s no surprise that there are foreclosure properties to be found in just about every community across America—even ours. While a terrible hardship for homeowners to endure, foreclosures can present a unique opportunity for first-time home buyers and investors looking to purchase a “bargain-priced home” with the potential for building instant equity.   

As experienced real estate professionals, we want to advise you to tread carefully when it comes to foreclosures—they might not be quite the bargain you expect. Here are some important facts you need to know before venturing out into the foreclosure market:

- Homeowners faced with foreclosure are understandably stressed and resentful, which can often lead to neglecting routine maintenance on a home. Sometimes, even deliberate damage is done. Assessing the home’s condition, therefore, is a must.

- Foreclosure properties have often been vacant for an extended period of time. Look for problems caused by damp conditions, such as mold.

- Get a thorough home inspection before bidding on the property. Once the damage/disrepair of the home is assessed, factor this in when bidding on the home.

- Contact a real estate professional—like me, a Member of the Top 5 in Real Estate Network®—who is well steeped in the community and can provide information about pre-foreclosure properties, that is, homes that have been scheduled for foreclosure but have not yet gone to auction or been sold off. These homes need to be sold quickly as owners are trying to avoid foreclosure and its impact on their credit.

- Last but not least, go to www.hud.gov for information on how to buy homes acquired by the U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development as a result of foreclosure action on an FHA-insured mortgage. The site also has information on special programs and opportunities for teachers, law enforcement officers and others.

While buying a foreclosure property takes patience and research, the results can be well worth your time and effort. For more information, please e-mail me, and please pass this on to anyone you know who might be interested in exploring a foreclosure purchase.

Seller will entertain offers between $495,000 – $530,000

18406 Grenache Rose, Ramona CA 92065

Wonderful 1 story pool  home situated on a 2 acre fenced lot on the west end of Ramona! This home has tons of potential for someone who loves to garden. The gourmet kitchen has been remodeled with top of the line appliances and beautiful granite counter tops. This wonderful and open floor plan boasts beautiful ttravertine flooring with large baseboards, re-textured ceilings and custom paint.

The backyard offers an inviting pool, built in BBQ and lots of extra space for entertaining, gardening or just having fun! The circular drive offers all sorts of possibilities for parking boats, RVs or whatever other toys you have.

An entertainers dream!    Please call with any questions or to schedule a showing.

According to an article in the San Diego Union Tribune on Sunday January 24, 2010, Escondido’s median home prices are on the rise!

For those who own homes in Escondido zip codes 92029 and 92025, median home prices have risen 37% and 28% respectively. This data is compared to median sales price from 2008 vs 2009. In fact, according to the data the 92029 zip code (which encompasses the South West section of Escondid0) had that largest increase in median sale price in the entire county.

On the complete opposite end of the spectrum was 92075 ( Solana Beach) which show the largest decline in median home values. Residents in Solana Beach experienced a 16% reduction in their median sale price. This could be due to the fact that the median sale price in Solana Beach is $845,000. There is still quite a bit of pressure on homes priced over $700,000 mark.

First time home buyers and investors seem to be the two main groups that have helped the San Diego market move forward. Areas like Escondido tend to appeal to both of these two buyers. With the $8,000 tax credit still on the table, many first time home buyers are working very hard to get into homes. They are competing with other first time home buyers and investors, which helps to drive the sale price up.

Whether you are a first time home buyer, investor or step up buyer we are uniquely positioned to help you accomplish your real estate goals. For more information about buying in Escondido or any community in San Diego, call or email us directly, we are happy to help!

A tranquil community surrounded with Acres of Mature Trees,  Miles of Hiking Trails, Mountain Views and Picturesque Lake Hodges.  Close to Shopping, Freeway Access and Award Winning Schools.

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This beautiful home site sites on over 1/2 acre and enjoys Panoramic Views of the Mountains and City Lights.  4 spacious Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, over 2800 square Feet, plus a 3 garage, Pool & Spa. 

The Kitchen as been remodeled to include Granite Counters, Cherry Cabinets, Double Ovens, Gas Stove top, Prep Island with additional Sink.  Expanded Breakfast Nook.  Freshly Painted Interior.  Spacious Master Suite includes sitting Area and Large Bath with oval Soaking Tub and separate walk in Shower.

Private Back yard boasts inviting Pool and Spa, just the right amount of Grass, and a mature Orchard.    Special attention has been made to incorporate water wise plants throughout the property.  Front yard includes a lovely court yard with views of the Mountains and City Lights.  Enjoy cool evening breezes from Lake Hodges.  Cul-de-sac location and home is elevated off street level.

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