BOXD is a new eatery in the heart of Carlsbad Village on Carlsbad Village Drive. This unique restaurant offers a small park created on the large lot with tables, umbrellas,… 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).
The Encinitas California Lifestyle – Video Slideshow
If you aren’t familiar with the ENCINITAS LIFESTYLE, or even if you are, you might enjoy this glimpse into what it’s like to live in this eclectic Southern California coastal… Read more »
Day 67 – Take your Pooch to the Dog Days of Summer Festival in Cardiff by the Sea
Is your pooch looking for something fun to do? Why not take him/her to the 7th ANNUAL DOG DAYS OF SUMMER Canine Festival and Contest in Cardiff by the Sea…. Read more »
DAY 66 – Attend the Carlsbad Art in the Village Faire on August 12, 2012
The Annual CARLSBAD ART IN THE VILLAGE FAIRE is coming Sunday August 12 in Carlsbad Village. I include this because it’s great fun and it happens every year. The CARLSBAD… Read more »
Realestate-ese: The 4506T Request for Transcript of Tax Records
First off let me say I am NOT a mortgage professional, so I do not know all the ins and outs of the 4506T Request for Transcript of Tax Records… Read more »
New National Flood Insurance Program Extension Authorized in July 2012
There is some excellent news for potential homeowners who would need to purchase FLOOD INSURANCE required by their mortgage company in many communities throughout the US. This new bill, the… Read more »
Realestate-ese – EMD (Earnest Money Deposit)
EMD, or EARNEST MONEY DEPOSIT, is an important part of the offer process. You will often hear this called simply a DEPOSIT or EARNEST MONEY but you will see EMD… Read more »
Day 65 – Attend the Del Mar Races and Bet on the Ponies
The DEL MAR RACES have been famous for years and are a MUST DO for many here in Southern California, and from elsewhere around the country. Whether you attend OPENING… Read more »
Realestate-ese: POF (Proof of Funds)
POF stands for PROOF OF FUNDS. Providing Proof of Funds is essential in a real estate transaction, especially for foreclosures and short sales where this will be demand up front… Read more »
Realestate-ese – A Series for Buyers and Sellers
Having worked in a couple of different industries I have come to realize that the lingo used in a particular field can be confusing. This is especially true in REAL… Read more »
Using Electronic Signatures with Docusign – A Tutorial
I am using ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES (on DOCUSIGN) most of the time (except for REOs and short sales where they are typically not accepted by the banks) since it makes life… Read more »
Repair Requirements for FHA Loans
If you are considering using an FHA loan to purchase your new home, or are already qualified, it’s important as a CARLSBAD BUYER to understand that there may be certain… Read more »