There are already people who have decided to buy and/or sell this year, and to those folks I'll say in advance - congratulations, and I'd like to help you! I'd like to reach out those who are thinking of putting off the move for another month or year. Here are reasons...
One-Story
Home Elevators
For those who would stay in their home if they could figure out how to travel between floors, a residential elevator might be for you. Here is a simple installation and operation: They typically run $20,000 to $50,000.
New One-Story Houses 55 and Over
Seniors (55 and over) who are looking for new single-story houses may want to consider Auberge, a gated community near Santaluz:
One-Story vs. Two-Story
Comparing the differences between a one-story house, vs. a two-story house.
Watch the Dogs
How to know if your local real estate market is gaining momentum.
Golf Course Frontage
There are very few one-story houses that are right on the golf course in Carlsbad. This one is mostly original, but it has good bones!
Pre-Boomers
The Baby Boomer generation began in 1946, after World War II. Those born prior to 1946 are now at least 70 years old, and hopefully well off. I'm not expecting the Matures to have any need for liquidation. Their houses were paid off long ago, and though their income...
More Boomer
The author calls for a better look at how baby boomers impact the housing market, which is great. Talk to realtors who work the street - we are the ones who have the direct one-on-one contact with buyers and sellers....
55+ Survey
Finally some real evidence on how the Bank of Mom and Dad has been influencing the real estate market - see the bold print: http://www.freddiemac.com/finance/report/20160608_55ers_significant_impact_housing_market.html With 55+ homeowners controlling almost two-thirds...
One-Story Premium
On June 11th we noted two single-story homes for sale in Carlsbad. This 2,726sf single-story house in SW Carlsbad listed on June 9th for $1,149,999 - and it had the extras like a good yard and view. They received multiple offers, and it closed for $1,165,000, or...