Entries Categorized as 'All Things San Diego'
January 24, 2008
Calif. median home price - November 07: $488,640
Calif. highest median home price by C.A.R. region November 07: Santa Barbara So. Coast $1,075,000
Calif. lowest median home price by C.A.R. region November 07: High Desert $262,650
Calif. First-time Buyer Affordability Index - Third Quarter 07: 24 percent
(Source: C.A.R.)
Mortgage rates - week ending 12/27: 30-yr. fixed: 6.17%; Fees/points: [...]
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January 20, 2008
Home sales will finally start climbing again in 2008. That’s the most recent forecast from economists at the National Association of Realtors. The projection applies to existing (previously owned) homes. Recovery for newly constructed home sales is unlikely before 2009, it was noted in the NAR report.
"The unusual mortgage disruptions that peaked in August were [...]
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January 19, 2008
Preparing a home to be most appealing to prospective buyers is a key element in today’s market when sales are generally sluggish. Buyers are out there seeking the best possible home that satisfies their needs and tastes, and sellers need to market their properties. Both parties are most likely to achieve their objective if the [...]
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January 18, 2008
All Star Music Fest January 18-20
Haven Entertainment in cooperation with Smooth Jazz 98.1 KIFM Radio announces the 2008 ALL STAR MUSIC FESTIVAL January 18-20, 2008 in San Diego. This festival crosses multiple genres including Contemporary & Nu-jazz, Soul, R&B, Funk, Contemporary Pop and World Fusion. Following the three-day festival, fans will board the 2008 All [...]
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January 16, 2008
Home sales will finally start climbing again in 2008. That’s the most recent forecast from economists at the National Association of Realtors. The projection applies to existing (previously owned) homes. Recovery for newly constructed home sales is unlikely before 2009, it was noted in the NAR report.
"The unusual mortgage disruptions that peaked in August were [...]
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January 13, 2008
While mortgage rates rise, home prices continue to drop - a trend that may soon change direction, according to several experts. In October, prices dropped (nationally) by a whopping 6.7 percent from the preceding month. That was the 10th consecutive monthly drop and the largest since early 1991.
"Sales of homes will likely start to rebound [...]
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January 11, 2008
Cirque du Soleil Corteo January 11-February 3
The creative minds of Cirque du Soleil have succeeded in making a funeral, of all things, a festive event! The touring show, Corteo, premieres in San Diego on January 11, 2008 for a limited engagement under the trademark blue-and-yellow big top at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Described by the [...]
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January 7, 2008
California’s New Laws for 2008 Include Cell Phone Restrictions, Driver Safety Improvements for Lost Car Keys
California will usher in a host of new laws in 2008 related to traffic safety, driver behavior and vehicle fuels, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California.
Among the laws taking effect on Jan. 1 is one that actually was [...]
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January 5, 2008
Whale Watching Everyday January 2-April 15
Private setting aboard beautifully appointed 28’ sailboats, get up close and personnel with the sea life! Iced bottled water, assorted beverages, salty & sweet treats. View the Gray Whales as they begin their annual migration from Alaska to Baja California where their breeding grounds lie. Gray whales may grow anywhere [...]
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January 2, 2008
Freddie Mac has launched an anti-fraud video on YouTubeTM in an effort to warn troubled borrowers about the dangers of falling victim to con artists promising to help them avoid foreclosure through various fraudulent workout options.
"With fraud reports on the rise, we are using every communication channel out there to warn borrowers about these fraudsters, [...]
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Loving the San Diego Coast!
