Mewborn Team Real Estate Consultants: CoastalLuxurySanDiego.com

March 17th, 2010

This Month’s Neighbor Value – FREE 8oz Frozen Yogurt at Yogurt Dream..!

Categories: Carlsbad, Encinitas, La Costa

Happy Wednesday Everyone,

Every month we at the Mewborn Team get out into our local community to partner with local businesses to bring you value and also give them free exposure.

This month we would like to welcome Yogurt Dream in the Henry’s shopping center to our family..!  If you bring in our March newsletter you will receive a free 8oz frozen yogurt treat.  Yogurt Dream is located at: 3263 Camino de los Coches Carlsbad, CA 92009.  Their number is 760 944-7073.

For a copy of this month’s newsletter, feel free to download the attached:

LCO Newsletter – MAR 10

Last month we partnered with La Costa Grill for 20% off of your entire bill including beverages.  The promotion goes through the end of this month.  For copies of back issues, please contact us and we’ll be happy to drop one off.

In the coming months look for more great values from partners like Jazzercise, Enoteca Zin and Casa de Bandini.

Mike & Amy

Tags: Carlsbad Restaurants

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March 9th, 2010

New Federal Program That Pays Homeowners To Short-Sell

Categories: Buyers, Carlsbad, Sellers

Carlsbad, CA - In an interesting turn of events, the federal government is instituting a program designed to encourage short sales.  In this program, expected to start in April,  the government  will provide $1,000 to the first lender, $1,000 to the second lender, and $1,500 in relocation assistance to the homeowner to encourage a short sale. 

Is it enough to really encourage the banks to be more cooperative in a short sale environment?  Probably not.  Will it encourage more homeowners to attempt to short sell their house versus a foreclosure – maybe.  Read the rest of this entry »

Tags: Carlsbad Foreclosures, Carlsbad Short Sales

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March 4th, 2010

5 Home Buyer Mistakes That Could Cost You a Bundle – Day 5

Categories: Buyers

Expect that you will get everything on your “wish list”
One of the biggest mistakes people make is expecting that homes will have everything that they have envisioned.  You may luck out and find that one “perfect home.”  But more often than not, you will find a few homes that are not quite perfect, but fit 90% of your criteria.  Before you start searching for homes, sit down with your agent and and creating a list of needs and a list of wants. Some common “must haves”  are the towns you’d want to live in, square footage, or school systems.

The second part of the list would be things you don’t necessarily need but want – a garage, an updated kitchen, or an extra room for an office. By setting the expectation that there probably is no such thing as the perfect house, you will recognize that house that gives you everything you need, and most of what you want, all within your budget.

If you have any questions, please contact The Mewborn Team.  We are always happy to help you refine your criteria or steer you in the right direction.

Tags: Buying Your First Home, First Time Buyers

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March 1st, 2010

5 Home Buyer Mistakes That Could Cost You a Bundle – Day 4

Categories: Buyers

Use professional help
Sure, You can buy a home without the aid of a professional real estate agent.

But your home purchase is so much more than getting online and finding your home.   Your agent has access to what is currently for sale, as well as what is currently under contract or recently sold.  Your agent will be able to take this information and schedule time to see the properties, determine pricing, and negotiate on your behalf.

Your home purchase will be one of the biggest investments you will ever make.  Your agent is someone who knows the contract, has experience negotiating, and will walk you through the entire process to ensure that your transaction closes, and you get the house you want!

Tags: Buyers, Carlsbad Real Estate For Sale, First Time Buyers

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