While showing an out of town client different areas and homes in San Diego, we decided to stop for lunch in Solana Beach.  If you haven't been to Solana Beach lately, make sure to visit the Cedros Avenue Design District, located at Cedros Avenue in Solana Beach.  It's a cool, modern, and fun street filled with the popular Belly Up Tavern, a couple restaurants, spas, art galleries, antique stores, a pet boutique, and many other great businesses.      There are over 85 shops and businesses worth visiting along Cedros Avenue.  Special events include a  farmer's market and 3rd Thursday. The farmer's market is held every Sunday from 1pm-5pm at the south end of Cedros.  3rd Thursday is a time to enjoy new exhibits, live music and artist receptions in the evening on the 3rd Thursday of each mo... 02/10/2010

Solana Beach is an affluent coastal town south of Encinitas and Cardiff, and among the more expensive coastal communities in coastal San Diego. Despite changes in prices over the last several years the Solana Beach real estate market has seen less dramatic changes than some other nearby towns further inland.  READ MORE: Solana Beach Real Estate  As a buyer or seller in the Solana Beach real estate market, understanding recent trends and current market conditions is essential in order to make informed decisions; media reports focus on general market conditions and therefore will not provide an accurate picture of the local Solana Beach real estate market.  The following data are taken from the San Diego MLS (private sales are not included in these statistics, nor are multifamily propert... 01/11/2010

    Buying Foreclosures at the Auction Vs. Buying Bank Owned REO Homes for Sale.   Which is the better deal?  The answer usually lies in what is best for your situation...  Below is some information to help you determine whats right for you...   When we look at the current Real Estate environment it can be overwhelming with all the headlines in the news.  Everyone has a different opinion of where the good deals are and how to find them or where the economy or housing market is headed. We have clients call us all the time wanting to buy foreclosures, short sales, or REO's because they think the thought of them automatically sound like a good buy!    However, is this true?   Lets first have an understanding of what they are and the differences of each. Foreclosures and Short Sales can be ... 01/07/2010

Claire's on Cedros is a fabulous bakery and cafe located in Solana Beach, just north of the train station on Cedros Avenue.  My husband and I had the pleasure of eating breakfast at Claire's last weekend and were pleasantly surprised by the structure as well as the delicious food. Take a look at those Pumpkin Pancakes with Pecans and Cinnamon Butter!  If that doesn't make your mouth water I don't know what could!  They were moist and delicious and the pecans added a little crunch in every bite!  Don't try and order them on the weekdays though....they are only available on Saturday and Sunday.  The coffee was stong and delectable and just what was needed after the New Year's festivities. The building is Leed Certified and features landscape that is an Edible Garden and they have even pr... 01/06/2010

Buying Foreclosures at the Auction Vs. Buying Bank Owned REO Homes for Sale.   Which is the better deal?  The answer usually lies in what is best for your situation...  Below is some information to help you determine whats right for you...   When we look at the current Real Estate environment it can be overwhelming with all the headlines in the news.  Everyone has a different opinion of where the good deals are and how to find them or where the economy or housing market is headed. We have clients call us all the time wanting to buy foreclosures, short sales, or REO's because they think the thought of them automatically sound like a good buy!    However, is this true?   Lets first have an understanding of what they are and the differences of each. Foreclosures and Short Sales can be grea... 12/12/2009

Solana Beach is an affluent coastal town south of Encinitas and Cardiff, and among the more expensive coastal communities in coastal San Diego. Despite changes in prices over the last several years the Solana Beach real estate market has seen less dramatic changes than some other nearby towns further inland.  READ MORE: Solana Beach Real Estate  As a buyer or seller in the Solana Beach real estate market, understanding recent trends and current market conditions is essential in order to make informed decisions; media reports focus on general market conditions and therefore will not provide an accurate picture of the local Solana Beach real estate market.  The following data are taken from the San Diego MLS (private sales are not included in these statistics, nor are multifamily propert... 12/06/2009

Solana Beach California mortgage rates are posted below.  Please call in for most up to date intra day rates. If you're in the Solana Beach area and considering a refinance or a purchase you'll likely be looking at mortgage interest rates.  Shopping for the best mortgage rate can be difficult if you don't know what to look for.  The mortgage rates offered are only one part of the equation.  The fees associated with those mortgage rates are equally important.  To make it more confusing (not trying to) the date the mortgage rates were posted and the current market rate is also important. You see, mortgage rates change daily.  They are determined by the sale and purchase of mortgage backed securities (MBS).  Your mortgage is sold on the bond market in the form of an investment (security). ... 12/04/2009

Solana Beach is an affluent coastal town south of Encinitas and Cardiff, and among the more expensive coastal communities in coastal San Diego. Despite changes in prices over the last several years the Solana Beach real estate market has seen less dramatic changes than some other nearby towns further inland. READ MORE: Solana Beach Real Estate  As a buyer or seller in the Solana Beach real estate market, understanding recent trends and current market conditions is essential in order to make informed decisions; media reports focus on general market conditions and therefore will not provide an accurate picture of the local Solana Beach real estate market. The following data are taken from the San Diego MLS (private sales are not included in these statistics, nor are multifamily propertie... 11/18/2009

Hello and Welcome to Solana Beach California Free Foreclosure Auction Search, Bank Owned REO, Short Sales, and Homes for Sale. November 10th, 2009 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. Here are some of the latest statistics from Foreclosure Radar hot off the press for September 2009.  If you are unfamiliar with some of the following terms please read below for further explanations. Notice of Defaults for California rose by 1.08% to 37,417 filings. Notice... 11/11/2009

Folks seeking the best in Solana Beach coffee shops will find Zinc Café in Solana Beach CA to be a charming, comfortable place to hang out in the heart of the Cedros Design District.  READ MORE: Solana Beach Real Estate - Seaside Community Extraordinaire  Zinc Café is swaddled in plants and with the tree-covered patio looks almost like an English garden. There are several tables and chairs indoors but the real treat is to enjoy your coffee while taking in the street scene on the brick patio under the trees, and the feel, IMO, is distinctly European.    Zinc Café in Solana Beach offers a wide range of beverages as well as a menu of breakfast and lunch offerings that is mighty impressive for this small place. Personally, having a croissant or scone with jam and coffee in the early morning... 10/26/2009

Hello and Welcome to Solana Beach California~Sell my Home~ List my Home ~Short Sale~ Realtors~ Listings Agents. Are you looking to potentially Sell or list your home in Solana Beach California in this market?   Here are some imporant points to think of when looking for the right listing agent or Real Estate company in this market.  Most of the time the reason a home will sell quickly is marketing over price.   Having the right marketing strategy to sell your home quickly and for top price is crucial these days.  There is a good chance the reason you are reading this is because you found us on one of the top pages on one of the major search engines below:  This could be your home that people are finding on the top pages!        It is of the utmost importance these days to find a Realtor ... 10/15/2009

Solana Beach is an affluent coastal town south of Encinitas and Cardiff, and among the more expensive coastal communities in coastal San Diego. Despite changes in prices over the last several years the Solana Beach real estate market has seen less dramatic changes than some other nearby towns further inland. READ MORE: Solana Beach Real Estate  As a buyer or seller in the Solana Beach real estate market, understanding recent trends and current market conditions is essential in order to make informed decisions; media reports focus on general market conditions and therefore will not provide an accurate picture of the local Solana Beach real estate market.  The following data are taken from the San Diego MLS (private sales are not included in these statistics, nor are multifamily properti... 10/04/2009

I found this parking space and signage at Muttrpolis rather humorous, and fortunately had my camera with me at the time. Muttropolis is located in the Cedros Design District of Solana Beach, and is a cool store that caters to...well you can guess...dogs, cats and all sorts of pets. You can buy stuff on-line, too 09/20/2009

Home Loan Modification Help | San Diego, California All consultants will openly discuss the difficulty of your file and give you a full understanding of our foreseeable success rate for providing you a loan modification agreement with your Lender. One major component of the DRE licensing agreement requires all consumer funds sit in a Trust Account (external to HOMEstart) until an offer is made to you by your Lender. Our customers are protected by the strict DRE license compliance requirements. Even though many resources and hours are invested to initiate the loan modification process, HOMEstart offers the maximum refund available as described by the DRE terms. We understand your financial hardship and for this reason we offer the most competitive refund policy among all BBB accredited &... 09/15/2009

Solana Beach is an affluent coastal town south of Encinitas and Cardiff, and among the more expensive coastal communities in coastal San Diego. Despite changes in prices over the last several years the Solana Beach real estate market has seen less dramatic changes than some other nearby towns further inland.  READ MORE: Solana Beach Real Estate  As a buyer or seller in the Solana Beach real estate market, understanding recent trends and current market conditions is essential in order to make informed decisions; area media reports focus on general market conditions and therefore will not provide an accurate picture of the local housing market in Solana Beach.  The following data are taken from the San Diego MLS (private sales are not included in these statistics, nor are multifamily pro... 09/11/2009

Solana Beach is an affluent coastal town south of Encinitas and Cardiff, and among the more expensive coastal communities. Despite changes in prices over the last several years the Solana Beach real estate market has seen less dramatic changes than some other nearby towns further inland.  READ MORE: Solana Beach Real Estate  As a buyer or seller in the Solana Beach real estate market, understanding recent trends and current market conditions is essential in order to make informed decisions; area media reports focus on general market conditions and therefore will not provide an accurate picture of the local housing market in Solana Beach. The following data are taken from the San Diego MLS (private sales are not included in these statistics, nor are multifamily properties or mobile/manu... 08/02/2009

Buyers interested in acquiring waterfront homes in Solana Beach California have a number of options.  The Solana Beach real estate market is one of the more expensive, on average, of the coastal communities. Unlike Del Mar, to the south, and Oceanside further north, all of the Solana Beach waterfront homes are on the bluffs overlooking the ocean rather than at sea level, much like Encinitas and Carlsbad.  Buyers can choose from both attached (condos) and a few detached waterfront homes, depending on price range. There are also some new construction waterfront homes to choose from as well. The inventory tends to be rather limited, especially for detached homes on the ocean. The majority of the waterfront condos in Solana Beach are clustered along the south end of S. Sierra Avenue  READ M... 07/19/2009

Buyers and sellers in the Solana Beach real estate market need to know what's going on in their particular market. Solana Beach is an affluent coastal town south of Encinitas and Cardiff, and among the more expensive coastal communities. Despite changes in prices over the last several years Solana Beach real estate has seen less dramatic changes than some other nearby towns.  READ MORE: Solana Beach Real Estate  As a buyer or seller in the Solana Beach real estate market, understanding recent trends and current market conditions is essential in order to make informed decisions; area media reports focus on general market conditions and therefore will not provide an accurate picture of the local housing market in Solana Beach.  The following data are taken from the San Diego MLS (private... 07/13/2009

Solana Beach has a wonderful art walk through their galleries in the Cedros Design District, and other shops that stay open, on the 3rd Thursday each month. Definitely worth a visit it you enjoy that sort of thing and are in the area - more on that later.   READ MORE:   Solana Beach Real Estate   A Shopping Stroll in the Cedros District in Solana Beach  We had an opportunity to have an artist create personalized t-shirts for us during the most recent art walk in Solana Beach last week at the Ocean Art Gallery. Plus we had an opportunity to chat with the artist, Wade Koniakowsky, who also is the star of the gallery there under the direction of his wife, Lynn Koniakowsky.  Ocean Art features, well, art of the ocean and all that it inspires. A visit will whisk you away to our local coastli... 06/23/2009

Solana Beach is a charming coastal San Diego community...a beach town feel yet contrasted with upscale dining, art, design and sophistication, sometimes in surprising places. READ MORE:  Solana Beach Real Estate - Seaside Community Extraordinare   Walkable Neighborhood Series - Solana Beach Real Estate on the Coast If you can drag yourself away from the glorious beaches, exploring the nearby Cedros Design District just one block east of the 101 is a real treat. If you have any interest in art, there are some terrific galleries to explore. And as an art lover, collector, and former gallery owner myself, the Susan Street Gallery is a real treat.      Susan Street Fine Art Gallery is located at 415 South Cedros, in the heart of the gallery area, so you can't miss it. Nor should you pass it... 06/18/2009