Here is the statical data for the month of May sales in the community of San Marcos, Ca. Detached homes sold in zip code 92069   27 Detached Homes sold in zip code 92078  46   Attached Homes sold in zip code 92069    13 Attached Homes sold in zip code 92078    28   Total homes sold for the month of June Detached - 73 Total homes sold for the month of June Attached - 41   Sold homes including detached and attached  114   If you are thinking of buying or selling a home --- contact Crescent Moon Realty, Inc @760-945-6652, we offer you a choice of several marketing plans that get results if you are a seller and if you are a buyer we will provide you will strategies that get you offer notice be it a short sale or bank owned property. 07/04/2009

San Marcos California Foreclosures, Bank Owned REO, Short Sale, and Homes for Sale June 29, 2009 Real Estate Silver lining or still too early to tell? Lets look at the numbers... May 2009 Foreclosure, REO, and Short Sale update. According to Foreclosure Radar (A service which tracks every single foreclosure daily in the state of California) in the month of April Foreclosure notices in the state of California saw a decline while foreclosure sales rose in the state of California. Sales at the actual foreclosure auction rose by 32 percent overall.  According to estimates foreclosure sales sold to third party investors at an average of a 28% discount from estimated market value. Notices of default dropped by an estimated 4.2% from the record level set the prior month.  Notices of Trustee sa... 06/29/2009

San Francisco has its Twin Peaks; Hollywood created Twin Peaks (the TV serial drama); and San Marcos has Double Peak. Double Peak Park in San Marcos just opened, with much acclaim, and I took a peak a few days ago.  At 1644 feet (and one of the highest points in San Diego county), the unobstructed 360-degree views from the top of this newly opened park are incredible, even on a hazy day when I was there. Better than the views atop Mt. Soledad in La Jolla which are darned impressive.  You wind your way up Double Peak Road off San Elijo, the main road through the master planned community of San Elijo Hills in San Marcos, with views in all directions. There is a parking lot midway, but take the road to the very top to enjoy the best views, picnic tables and a play ground.  There are hiking... 06/27/2009

       Need to sell in San Marcos? Upsidedown on your San Marcos Mortgage and can't afford it? Are you a buyer looking to purchase a SAN MARCOS SHORT SALE? Contact me to be your SAN MARCOS REALTOR!           Whats a Short Sale?  A short sale is when someone is trying to sell their home for less than what they owe on their mortgage. For Instance. If you bought a home 2 or 3 years ago, say for 400K, and now you can sell it for 300K. So, if your loan was for 400K, you need to get BANK APPROVAL to " SELL SHORT" on what you owe. Is a Short Sale Short? Depends. If you are a buyer or seller considering doing a short sale, it can be a very very.. very long process, however, not all the time. The Typical Short Sale ( if there were a thing) would last about 4 months. If you NEED TO SHORT SALE you... 06/12/2009

San Marcos buyers looking for their first home, or an investment property, may find the condos at the Mission Park Condominiums to suit their needs, especially if budget is an important consideration (isn't it for most of us?!).  San Marcos is a growing community just east of Carlsbad with a broad mix of housing types and styles, a large retail/commercial area, and two colleges (Palomar Community College and Cal State San Marcos). READ MORE:   San Marcos: A Thriving Inland Community  Home prices have typically been lower than in coastal Carlsbad, with similar weather, with several communities that are especially popular including the newer San Elijo Hills master planned community and Santa Fe Hills. As in other areas, prices rose significantly up until 2005 but have declined since, and ... 06/11/2009

Here is the statical data for the month of May sales in the community of San Marcos, Ca. Detached homes sold in zip code 92069   27 Detached Homes sold in zip code 92078  34   Attached Homes sold in zip code 92069    11 Attached Homes sold in zip code 92078    8   Total homes sold for the month of May Detached 61 Total homes sold for the month of May Attached 19   Sold homes including detached and attached  80   If you are thinking of buying or selling a home --- contact Crescent Moon Realty, Inc @760-945-6652, we offer you a choice of several marketing plans that get results if you are a seller and if you are a buyer we will provide you will strategies that get you offer notice be it a short sale or bank owned property.   06/11/2009

The San Marcos real estate market continues to evolve, especially with the large number of distress sales. These data do not include any private sales nor manufactured housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate but are not guaranteed.  Media reports speak in general terms, rather than local, so that information may not represent the reality of our local San Marcos real estate market. Having data from a knowledgeable agent about the local market conditions benefits you as the buyer or seller.  In May 2009 there were 80 homes sold in San Marcos' 2 zip codes (92069 and 92078), as compared to 93 in April, down 14%. Here's the breakdown of overall activity.    TOTAL DETACHED ATTACHED # Sold 80 (down 14%) 61 (down 13%) 19 (down 17%) Ave. $  $353,347 (down 1... 06/08/2009

Hello and Welcome to San Marcos California Foreclosure Auction, Bank Owned REO, and Homes for Sale. Understanding the foreclosure property auction (also known as Trustee Sale) process takes time, due diligence, and understanding.  Saavy Real Estate investors can find some of the best deals around buying at these auctions, but is it right for everyone.   We would like to help explain further about these auctions and the benefits and downsides of buying Real Estate at them. Understanding the process is the key, and here is how the process goes as an overview: Pre-Foreclosure (Also known as Notice of Default).  Pre-Foreclosure is usually when the current homeowner is 90 days past due on their Mortgage.  The current lender files with the County Recorders office a Notice of Default.  When th... 06/04/2009

San Marcos California Auction, Foreclosures & Bank Owned REO Real Estate We have added a new Pre-Foreclosure and Foreclosure Auction Search feature to our website.  You can now search every Pre-Foreclosure, Foreclosure, and Auction property in San Diego County.  This new capability, along with the ability to search all active Foreclosure, Short Sale, and REO listings, along with the entire San Diego County MLS, makes the Four Seasons Realty Website one of the most up to date and informative websites in the region.           Click the Yellow Map Below to search Pre-Foreclosure, Foreclosure, and REO Properties.   April 2009 Foreclosure, REO, and Short Sale update. According to Foreclosure Radar (A service which tracks every single foreclosure daily in the state of California) in the month... 05/29/2009

Even though San Marcos is just 40 minutes north of downtown San Diego, it still has some of the charm of a smaller hometown.  Now, we have a wonderful farmer's market in town every Wednesday from 3pm to 7pm.  I had a chance to enjoy the market yesterday -- the first thing I noticed was the smell of freshly popped kettlecorn and the aromas wafting from the taco/quesadilla/tamale stand.  There was stands filled with so many tempting garden treats - fragrant strawberries, green beans, wax beans, cucumbers, beets, radishes, lettuce of all kinds, avocados, honey, carrots, tomatos.  I also stands of gourmet cheeses, certified organic fruits and vegetables, beautiful sunflowers and mixed bouquets.  There was a clown creating all sorts of sculptures out of balloons, some candles and jewelry ven... 05/28/2009

FLAG DAY - JUNE 14th The Kiwanis Club of San Marcos is collecting U.S. and CA flags that have flown proudly over homes and businesses in San Marcos and are now ready for retirement.  If you have never been to a flag retirement, you will not want to miss this opportunity.  If you have attended then you know how special the event is. The flags will be collected at several locations around San Marcos until June 10th (listed below).  If you or someone you know has a flag that is in need of being retired, please bring it to one of the locations and then join us for the retirement ceremony.  Minuteman Press Freedom Graphics Albertson's(San Elijo and Woodland Pkwy locations) Palomar College "The Dome" San Marcos City Hall lobby CSUSM Veterans Center The Money Pit - restaurant  Bring a lawn cha... 05/25/2009

I expect like most REALTORS I learn something from every transaction, and from every buyer and seller. Sometimes it's good stuff, and sometimes not. But there are always valuable lessons that can help improve business operations, communication, marketing, and knowledge. There are times when I don't even realize how much I have learned and the difference a particular transaction can make until after the fact.    Here are some lessons:  My blogging and Internet presence is working - there are several cases where buyers have been looking on their own, then found me on AR before we started working together.     Communication must be timely and multifaceted - email, text messaging, cell phones, home phones, and faxing have been used to keep things moving along BEFORE we found the right home ... 05/19/2009

  EATING FOR A CAUSE!  Sammy's Woodfired Pizza in San Marcos  Gift bag for your party !!  121 S Las Posas Rd    (at Hwy. 78 in the Grand Plaza)  Eat well. Feel Good! and help your community  Join us between 3 & 9  PM this Thursday, May 21 , and Sammy's San Marcos will donate 20% of you meal! Just bring the attached flyer and eat at Sammy's Woodfired Pizza.   Also, you'll receive a free gift bag for your party.  This special event is for dine-in orders only so be sure to pull up a chair. Print out and bring in the attached flyer below so The Kiwanis Club of San Marcos Foundation can benefit for your meal ticket. 05/18/2009

   San Marcos California Foreclosures, Short Sale, REO, & Homes for Sale   Real Estate Silver lining or too early to tell? April 2009 Foreclosure, REO, and Short Sale update. According to Foreclosure Radar (A service which tracks every single foreclosure daily in the state of California) in the month of April Foreclosure notices in the state of California saw a decline while foreclosure sales rose in the state of California. Sales at the actual foreclosure auction rose by 35 percent overall.  According to estimates foreclosure sales sold to third party investors at an average of a 28% discount from estimated market value. Notices of default dropped by an estimated 18.2% from the record level set the prior month.  Notices of Trustee sale (Foreclosure Auction) also dropped by 8.5% from th... 05/17/2009

Every Wednesday a farmers market will be held from 3 to 7 PM. The Cal State farmers market sponsored by the Farm Bureau of San Diego County will feature approximately 25 vendors every week. Visitors to the market will have the opportunity to select from a large variety of fresh, locally produced healthful produce including San Diego grown fruit, vegetables, eggs and honey. There will be demonstrations, music, breads and preparedfoods, tastings and more. The market is certified by the state, ensuring that the produce is being sold by local growers, is grown in California and meets all California quality standards. Head for parking lot B at 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Road in San Marcos, Ca. Looking to buy a home or sell your home, call 760-945-6652 and get our team to help you find either th... 05/16/2009

Dogs required to be on-leash elsewhere San Marcos is home to three dog parks located at San Elijo Park, 1105 Elfin Forest Road; Hollandia Park, 12 Mission Hills Court; and Montiel Park, 2290 Montiel Road. There is one more under construction at the future site of Sunset Park, located near La Mirada Drive and Poinsettia Avenue. These parks provide a safe place for four-legged family members to run and play; however, dogs may only be offleash in these designated areas. Leashes must be used when walking dogs on trails or in parks. "Safety is our main concern," explained Community Services Director Craig Sargent-Beach. "Dogs that run free in parks and on trails may encounter rattlesnakes, opossum, mountain lions or poison oak." Keeping dogs on-leash in parks and on trails also prevents dist... 05/12/2009

        Coming soon to the Santa Fe Hills community of San Marcos, is a furniture estate auction, almost new items that have been custom design along with electronics and much much more. It will be held as a silent auction, for private showing contact 1-888-882-1198 Ext 120. Smart Bargain hunters will be gald that they checked out this opportunity. Thinking of selling or buying a home in the San Diego area, go with the best, either auction style or traditional find out which is best for you. 05/12/2009

GRAND OPENING!!! WEDNESDAY   MAY 13TH  3PM-7PM The farmers market is coming to San Marcos and will be held every Wednesday from 3pm until 7pm at Cal State San Marcos in parking lot B.  Come out and meet your local San Diego farmers. Fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts and greens Fresh baked artisan breads unique handcrafted arts and crafts For more information on San Diego agriculture, visit their website.  San Diego County Farm Bureau    05/12/2009

The San Marcos real estate market continues to evolve, especially with the large number of distress sales. These data do not include any private sales nor manufactured housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate but are not guaranteed.  Media reports speak in general terms, rather than local, so that information may not represent the reality of our local San Marcos real estate market. Having data from a knowledgeable agent about the local market conditions benefits you as the buyer or seller.  In March 2009 there were 115 homes sold in San Marcos' 2 zip codes (92069 and 92078), as compared to 83 in February (a 39% increase). 93 homes sold in April, down 19% from March but still well above February sales volume.  Here's the breakdown of overall activity... 05/11/2009

Hello and Welcome to San Marcos Foreclosure properties. During the recent down turn San Marcos home prices have experienced declines due to the overwhelming number of foreclosures and the tightening of credit. The region also faces pressure due to the recent rises in unemployment. So the question to ask, Is there opportunity to buy in this market? We believe the answer is Yes, but only with the right approach. The potential silver lining and opportunity here is the following: According to Dataquick, in the month of March, 2009 there were 3,020 sales in San Diego county which represents a 43% increase in sales volume over March of 2008. The median home prices in San Marcos for that same period have fallen by 14.9% to a median price for San Marcos of 349,750 making San Marcos as affordab... 05/08/2009