Tula Ru's Parent Education Center in Pacific Beach CA Where: 5005 Cass Street San Diego, CA 92109 (Map)Hours: 10 AM – 6 PM, 7 Days a WeekWhat: Parent Education, Service and ConsultationPhone: 858-272-5622 or 858 230-6606Email: tularu123@gmail.com   The Tula Ru Children's Boutique is extending a helping hand to the Pacific Beach community by opening a Parent Education Center. Known as a place to shop for gently used children's clothes, toys, and books, the Tula Ru boutique is now offering additional services to parents of Pacific Beach with their newly opened Parent Education Center. Adding this education component coincides perfectly with the Pacific Beach shop's goal of providing top notch services to families in the neighborhood.   What to Expect? Parents and their young children are ... 05/02/2013

The ADP Employment Change was unveiled today showing that although the economy added 119K jobs last month, we are well below forecasts.  Mortgage Backed Security prices have moved a bit higher this morning after losing ground yesterday afternoon. This daily mortgage interest rate report is designed to provide Borrowers & Real Estate Profesionals with factual data regarding where rates are at any given time and what trends are propelling current mortgage pricing on any given day. Feel free to browse the library and research historical rate updates dating back nearly 2 years at www.JasonGordon.info whenever desired.  To make things easier, I have also posted a quick report on How To Read The Charts Below. Also, make sure to learn THE TOP 10 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT MORTGAGE RATES (to help und... 05/01/2013

A Look at the Pacific Beach Real Estate Trend for week 4 of April 2013 (Get more details of the Real Estate Market of any San Diego Neighborhood by visiting the Market Insider page powered by Keller Williams)      Pacific Beach San Diego Real Estate Analysis - April 30, 2013 It would be best to make your move if you're a serious seller of a Pacific Beach home. The recent Pacific Beach Real Estate Market is giving people the advantage of listing their properties and receiving bigger profits than previous months. Homebuyers, on the other hand, should adjust their plans accordingly to find the best deals of PB homes for sale. I would like to note that the historic low mortgage rates are still present, which means buyers have a degree of advantage as well.   To see the real state market rep... 04/30/2013

Consensus opinions seem to gravitate towards current rates being about as good as we will see.  The ongoing advice is to lock in these low rates immediately. This daily mortgage interest rate report is designed to provide Borrowers & Real Estate Profesionals with factual data regarding where rates are at any given time and what trends are propelling current mortgage pricing on any given day. Feel free to browse the library and research historical rate updates dating back nearly 2 years at www.JasonGordon.info whenever desired.  To make things easier, I have also posted a quick report on How To Read The Charts Below. Also, make sure to learn THE TOP 10 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT MORTGAGE RATES (to help understand the relationship between rates & fees/credits) along with THE TRUTH BEHIND MORTGA... 04/30/2013

April 2013's Third Week Housing Market Trend for Pacific Beach (Get more details of the Real Estate Market of any San Diego Neighborhood by visiting the Market Insider page powered by Keller Williams)    A Look at the Pacific Beach San Diego Real Estate - April 24, 2013 The PB housing market is hotter than ever... and it's only Spring! Buyers should act fast since more homebuyers are picking PB as their next home while the latest inventory of homes for sale in Pacific Beach is on a decline. Excellent home deals are going by quickly so talk to your Real Estate Broker in Pacific Beach CA to get ahead of the competition. For your convenience, try setting up your daily listings alert in our website, SanDiegoHomesOnSale.com, so you won't miss out on properties that just hit the market.   To ... 04/24/2013

The Pacific Beach CA Real Estate Report, March 2012 vs March 2013 March 2013's Pacific Beach San Diego real estate trend is far different from what it was a year ago. There have been significant changes in listings, prices and time frames that are worth mentioning. The following statistics could possibly influence the actions of PB homebuyers and sellers as we start the 2nd quarter of this year.     Listed and Closed Properties in Pacific Beach CA One of the most noticeable changes between March 2012 and March 2013 is the staggering 40.3% drop of homes for sale in PB. There were 216 houses that were listed last year while only 129 were listed on March 2013. Even with a smaller inventory, more homes were sold during this year's March, 48 to be exact, while March 2012 only produced 31 hom... 04/18/2013

Second Week of April 2013 - Pacific Beach Real Estate Overview (Get more details of the Real Estate Market of any San Diego Neighborhood by visiting the Market Insider page powered by Keller Williams)    Quick Analysis of the Pacific Beach San Diego Housing Market - April 16, 2013 As more and more homebuyers choose Pacific Beach as their next home, the possibility of getting the best house deals are becoming scarce. If you've been eyeing PB homes, it would be to your advantage if you act fast in your search for Pacific Beach houses for sale. Speak with your Reliable Real Estate Professional in Pacific Beach so that he/she can find deals that suit your needs.   To see the real state market report numbers for this week, visit this post: Housing Market Trend of Pacific Beach, CA for April ... 04/16/2013

There is a terrific new purchase program now available for buyers! It is a conventional loan option that only requires a 3% down payment and has NO monthly mortgage insurance "PMI". Too many buyers today assume they have to take FHA financing with its really expensive monthly mortgage insurance if they only have a limited down payment of around 3.5%, instead buyers can now purchase a home with only 3% down, with no monthly PMI, and get a low 30 year fixed rate! Here is what you need to know to qualify for this program. Another positive sign for the Housing market It is a positive sign for the housing market that buyers can now get conventional financing with only 3% down and No PMI. It is another sign that the housing market is recovering well, as investors are now willing to offer thes... 04/13/2013

Fast Analysis of the Real Estate in Pacific Beach for Week 1 of April (Get more details of the Real Estate Market of any San Diego Neighborhood by visiting the Market Insider page powered by Keller Williams)    Pacific Beach San Diego Housing Market Overview - April 11, 2013 With how thing are going for the Pacific Beach CA Real Estate Market, the opportunity of getting the best house deals will get more challenging in the following weeks. You can no longer afford postponing your home buying plans. If you truly are a serious buyer, speak to your dependable PB Real Estate Broker to plan a good course of action and to start selecting Homes for Sale in Pacific Beach with attractive prices.   To see the real state market report numbers for this week, visit this post: Real Estate Market Stat... 04/11/2013

Short Review of the Total March 2013 Pacific Beach Real Estate Trend (Get more details of the Real Estate Market of any San Diego Neighborhood by visiting the Market Insider page powered by Keller Williams)    Pacific Beach San Diego Home Listings Analysis - April 10, 2013 March 2013 may have come and gone but the positive effects it had still continues today. If you're a serious buyer, grab this opportunity of getting the best deals of Houses for Sale in Pacific Beach, CA as early as this April. Talk to an expert Pacific Beach Real Estate Professional and make a solid plans on how you can take advantage of the current housing market before prices start to rise again.   To see the real state market report numbers for this week, visit this post: March 2013 Final Pacific Beach San Diego R... 04/10/2013

Tips for an awesome 'Eggs'-perience at The Broken Yolk Cafe    Being a PB local, I know that The Broken Yolk Cafe in Garnet St. Pacific Beach is one of the best breakfast spots in the neighborhood. The wide menu, friendly staff and cozy atmosphere are what make me come back to this Pacific Beach diner. Because I frequently go to the Broken Yolk for breakfast and brunch, I've picked up some useful tips that I want to share with you to make your dining experience a lot better.   Dine on Top of the World Roof! The best spot to enjoy your meal in The Broken Yolk Cafe would be the rooftop. It's outdoor breakfast dining with gorgeous views of the Pacific Beach area. There are also heaters installed in case it gets a bit too cold. Many people love to be seated here so if you get the chance, do... 04/04/2013

Awesome things that you can do in Kate Sessions Memorial Park    If you are looking for a place in Pacific Beach where you can do all of the fun activities that you wish, then Kate Sessions Memorial Park is the right one for you. With a wide grassy area overflowing with nature, it comes as no surprise that this Pacific Beach San Diego park is a favorite destination for both locals and visitors. Here is a list of things you can do in Kate Sessions Memorial Park, which I personally suggest:   Hangout with Family and Friends Bring your loved ones, some food as well as a blanket to Kate Sessions Memorial Park and have a great picnic! This Pacific Beach park is the place to spend your lazy afternoons while bonding with your family and friends. You can even make it a venue for celebrations su... 04/03/2013

A Review of the Bayview Terrace Elementary School With continuously adjusted teaching practices and family oriented education, it's safe to say that Bayview Terrace Elementary School is one of the best schools in Pacific Beach, Ca. Bayview Terrace Elementary of the San Diego Unified School District is a small neighborhood school located just to the east of PB. They offer a curriculum from Kindergarten to 5th grade with science being considered as a vital part as well as countless opportunities for a child's enhancement through inquiry based and interactive teaching.   Rating Looking at the information available from the Keller Williams Pacific Beach Market Insider, Bayview Terrace Elementary has satisfactory school and state scores. The most notable would be the 63 School and 67 State s... 04/02/2013

"When can I repurchase a home again after a Short Sale, Foreclosure or Bankruptcy" is a question that many people are asking these days. As the housing downturn started in 2007, which is now 6 years ago, you will find that more and more buyers who suffered a financial hardship over the past few years, will be in a position to qualify to repurchase a home again soon! Here are important repurchase time lines to know, along with some recent positive updates, so you know exactly when a buyer can purchase again and obtain financing after suffering either a Short Sale, Foreclosure or Bankruptcy. First of all I wanted to share some good news! I will be writing articles for the Real Estate section in the San Diego Union Tribune Newspaper! The first article will be featured tomorrow Saturday the... 03/29/2013

Pending home sales came in lower than expected. Concerns about Italy have helped Mortgage Backed Security prices this morning.  There will be a 5 Year Treasury auction later this morning. Note that the bond markets close early tomorrow, and are closed on Friday (in observance of Good Friday). This daily mortgage interest rate report is designed to provide Borrowers & Real Estate Profesionals with factual data regarding where rates are at any given time and what trends are propelling current mortgage pricing on any given day. Feel free to browse the library and research historical rate updates dating back nearly 2 years at www.JasonGordon.info whenever desired.  To make things easier, I have also posted a quick report on How To Read The Charts Below. Also, make sure to learn THE TOP 10 T... 03/27/2013

Let's Analyze the PB San Diego Real Estate Trend for March 2013 Week 3 (Get more details of the Real Estate Market of any San Diego Neighborhood by visiting the Market Insider page powered by Keller Williams)    Pacific Beach San Diego, CA Housing Market - March 27, 2013 There's a surge of people that are looking to purchase their next home in Pacific Beach this Spring. This is very evident in the number of properties sold and pending listings during this third week of March 2013. It comes as no surpise that the inventory keeps declining hence, the best deals of houses for sale in Pacific Beach CA are being grabbed right away! Serious buyers should take notice of this before the opportunity is gone. You'll get an advantage if you talk to your Pacific Beach Real Estate Broker as soon as ... 03/27/2013

Taking a Historic Ride on the Giant Dipper in Belmont Park   Pacific Beach San Diego is filled with many attractions but for me, the one that stands out would be the Giant Dipper in Belmont Park. Alternatively called Mission Beach Roller Coaster, the Giant Dipper in Belmont Park is a wooden roller coaster situated in the famous Mission Beach of Pacific Beach San Diego. It is the 'twin' of the similarly named coaster at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and was built by Frederick Church & Tom Prior.     Brief History of the Giant Dipper in Belmont Park The Giant Dipper in Belmont Park was initially the brainchild of San Diego's notable business mogul, John D . Spreckels. It was intended to be the main attraction of the Mission Beach Amusement Center (renamed later as Belmont Park) and was b... 03/21/2013

The March 2013 Real Estate Market Analysis of Pacific Beach - Week 2 (Get more details of the Real Estate Market of any San Diego Neighborhood by visiting the Market Insider page powered by Keller Williams)    Pacific Beach San Diego, CA Housing Trend - March 19, 2013 Many buyers are taking notice that the rare advantages of purchasing houses for sale in Pacific Beach CA is beginning to pass. If you have decided on going ahead with your buying plans then act fast. A great start would be to discuss these plans with a reliable Pacific Beach Real Estate Broker to know exactly what your options are and make a good strategy to get the best deals possible.   To see the real state market report numbers for this week, visit this post: Second Week of March 2013 Pacific Beach CA Real Estate Listi... 03/19/2013

For buyers still on the fence thinking about buying a home or move-up buyers still waiting to sell, they should take into consideration the following 4 reasons below why they should look into making a decision soon. For example, interest rates have increased for four straight months and have increased almost .5% during this time, home prices are rising everywhere as multiple buyers are bidding on properties due to limited inventory, and on June 3rd the FHA is requiring that FHA buyers will pay mortgage insurance for the life of their loan. The cost of purchasing a home is now increasing every month! 1. Interest Rates Have Increased for 4 Straight Months As the housing market continues to improve and the economy continues to grow and add jobs, interest rates will continue to rise! The 30... 03/15/2013

Stronger than expected Retail Sales turned small early gains into losses this morning after a slightly improved market yesterday. There will be a 10 Year Treasury Auction later this morning which might move rates this afternoon. This daily mortgage interest rate report is designed to provide Borrowers & Real Estate Profesionals with factual data regarding where rates are at any given time and what trends are propelling current mortgage pricing on any given day. Feel free to browse the library and research historical rate updates dating back nearly 2 years at www.JasonGordon.info whenever desired.  To make things easier, I have also posted a quick report on How To Read The Charts Below. Also, make sure to learn THE TOP 10 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT MORTGAGE RATES (to help understand the relati... 03/13/2013