Monthly Archives: May 2009

Encinitas Neighbor of the Month

Neighbor of the Month BY: LINDA MOORE   Jose Mendez / Mendez Landscape   (760) 310-8015   My neighbor, friend, and fellow homeowner, Jose Mendez, a licensed contractor has been in the landscaping business since 1986, starting his own company … Continue reading

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New Changes Related to Appraisals

Home Valuation Code of Conduct (HVCC) As part of a settlement reached between the New York State Attorney General and Washington Mutual, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have agreed to adopt a “Home Valuation Code of Conduct”.  The HVCC requires … Continue reading

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Short Sale Buyer Advisory

Short Sale Buyer Advisory   Are you looking for a new home?  During your search for your new home you and your agent may view some properties that are offered as a “Short Sale”.  These are properties that typically have loan … Continue reading

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20 Ways to Build Trust

20 Ways to Build Trust   1. The circle of trust.  Trust yourself and become trustworthy by keeping your word and commitments; then those around will reciprocate. 2. Be predictably responsible in your actions.  Make it a habit to make … Continue reading

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Home Loan Financing is Available for You

Home Loan Financing is Available for You No matter what you are hearing out in the news what you do need to know is there has been no better time to buy a home than now.  Interest rates are at … Continue reading

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Taking Years off the Age of a Home

Did you know that your old 80′s furniture can make a newer home look 2-3 times its age? And did you realize that a boring 1970′s condo can look very hip and “very 2009″? As a home staging professional, I … Continue reading

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