There were 114 Carlsbad homes sold in February, up by 15% from January, and the second increase since the holidays! Here are the highlights: 70 single family detached homes sold… Read more »
Author: Jeff Dowler
I write about my passions - living the Southern California lifestyle in the Carlsbad area (art, restaurants, beaches, shopping, music, touristy stuff), relocation, & real estate in general. Call/text me at 760-840-1360 if I can help or you just have questions about real estate or the Carlsbad area in general (including Aviara, La Costa, Encinitas, Leucadia, Olivenhain, Cardiff, Solana Beach, Del Mar, La Jolla, Pacific Beach, San Diego, Rancho Santa Fe, Oceanside, San Marcos, Escondido, Vista).
Beware the Social Security Scam
This is not new, but it seems to be increasing. Plus the Carlsbad Police put out a warning on NextDoor to let everyone know so they will be cautious. It… Read more »
2019 Spring Seller Guide
Are you thinking about selling your home in Carlsbad now or later in 2019? Or do you have a home to sell elsewhere here in North San Diego County? If… Read more »
The Carlsbad Pirate Plunge is March 23rd
The Aquatic Center at the popular Alga Norte Community Park in the La Costa area sponsors a number of fun events during the year. The Annual Pirate Plunge will take… Read more »
FREE 2019 Spring Home Buying Guide
My new 2019 SPRING Home Buyer Guide is now ready! You can either download it for FREE, or send me an email and I can get it to you right… Read more »
2019 San Diego Spring Home/Garden Show Opens TODAY!
In case you aren’t aware, the 34th annual San Diego Spring Home/Garden Show opens today at the Del Mar Fairgrounds where it’s always held. This is reportedly the largest show… Read more »
Realestate-ese – What is Opening Escrow?
Buying a home is exciting, especially your first one, and there are multiple important steps to be accomplished along the way. Getting your pre-approval once you decide to buy is… Read more »
We Are NOT Headed to a Housing Crash – Here’s Why!
I often get asked by buyers and sellers if we are moving toward a housing market crash. Indeed, you even see the words “housing crash” in the media from time… Read more »
Home Buying Services for Carlsbad Buyers
If you are planning to buy a home in Carlsbad, or elsewhere in North San Diego County, there are a number of services that you can expect to receive from… Read more »
Flower Fields Open March 1 in Carlsbad
The most colorful annual tradition in the area…my opinion…will be opening in a little over 1 week. The annual Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch will be open to the public… Read more »
Carlsbad Housing Market for January 2019
During the holidays we saw a slowing of the Carlsbad housing market, but things picked up after they were over, with 99 Carlsbad homes sold in January, an increase in… Read more »
Happy Valentine’s Day!!
On this rainy day here in Carlsbad I wanted to wish everyone a very Happy Valentine’s Day!