Sep
29
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Rising Interest Rates has become a problem for those looking to get a mortgage when buying a home in today's real estate market. These higher rates were intended to slow down pries and inflation but the actual opposite as happened. Due to low inventory, we have what they call shelter inflation which is reaction to the Federal government raising interest rates. It's basically explained as the higher the interest rates go, less and less people who currently have a 3 or 4 percent mortgages on their home would not want to put their home on the market and buy another property at interest rates in the 6 to 7 percent range due to the higher costs involved. So the higher interest rates have created a very limited number of homes coming on…
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Oct
20
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One of the biggest trends in real estate are from buyers looking to buy a one story home due to a variety of reasons. Many of the clients that we deal with are looking to down size from larger homes and life in a home that doesn't feature any stairs or levels. We see this a lot from baby boomers in recent years who are looking for their final retirement home and looking down the road where they may not be able to go up and down stairs at a later time in life. So the where can the best single level homes be found in San Clemente, our quick guide will show you were to look.
The most affordable one story homes can be found in the 55+ communities like Colony Cove, Bay Cliff Village and Talega Gallery. The first two…
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Nov
4
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San Clemente offers a wide variety of neighborhoods to choose from the downtown San Clemente area that was originally built staring in the 1920's to newer areas like Talega that started constructions approximately 20 years ago and has spanned over 40 different communities. The one thing that all of these homes have in common is offering homes that are located on cul-de-sac streets. When looking for a home most buyers have a bucket list of items that they want to have in their new home. Location is typically at the top of the list when a client wants to live in a certain neighborhood or an area that is approximately that is a certain distance to the beach. Many times buyers will also want to have a private location which a…
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Sep
10
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The San Clemente Real Estate market in the last three to four months has been really crazy as buyers are bidding against each other when new listings that are priced well come on the market. Many thought COVID would bring the real estate market down but it has actually had a reverse effect and the market has never been stronger. One of the biggest issues is limited inventory which has been a problem for the last two to three years in San Clemente and has become even more limited due to COVID. What many buyers are doing is looking for homes that are not on the market yet but will be coming on the market soon. These listings that were once only limited to real estate agents are now available to the general public.
One of the…
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Jun
6
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One of the benefits of living in the Southern California is the sunny weather we get to enjoy pretty much all year around, except for the June gloom that that occurs every year. Many residents have used this benefit to aide in going green and using solar panels as an alternative to electricity. The technology in this field has drastically changed over the years and as a result has become more affordable. Many homes in San Clemente are installing solar panels on their roofs which has become a huge selling point when it comes time to sell. Markeing a home with solar panels really does appeal to those who want to live a more green focused living and for those who are also cost conciecous who want to save money.
There are…
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Mar
5
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When I first got into real estate over 20 years ago I always heard the word "turnkey" and had no idea what people were talking about. It seems like its a favorite word among real estate agents for describing a home that is in excellent condition. it wasn't later that it was explained to me that it literally meant turn the key in the door and leave without any concern about something falling apart or not working correctly. Once I got this explanation it started to make sense but I still feel like it's a word that is over used by the real estate community.
Nevertheless, it's a short way to describe a home that needs little to no work done on the home. Basically, bring your touthbrush and move right in. This is especially…
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Apr
11
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Real Estate agents have a special day when they get to preview brand new listings that come on the market in the San Clemente real estate market place. This is called "broker preview" since real estate agents and brokers have the ability to view a large number of listings in a short four period. Often times, agents will spend just a couple minutes looking at a property and then drive on to the next property. This allows them to be able to see a large number of properties so they are better able to identify properties that may work for their clients.
The dates for properties located in San Clemente, Dana Point and San Juan Capistrano is every Wednesday from 9:30am to 1:30pm. Buyers are also welcome to attend these open houses and…
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Apr
11
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Southern California is home to many senior communities throughout San Diego, Orange and Los Angeles counties. Many of these communities will offer different style amenities in all different price points. If you are looking to live by the beach then the senior communities in San Clemente, California area hard to beat.
San Clemente is home to 3 different senior communities that area located very close to the beach. Home prices will start as $300,000 for a small 2 bedroom cottage style home to $600,000 for a newer construction home in a gated community. Depending on your budget and style of living will determine the best place for you. Here is quick overview of the communities that area available in San Clemente.
The first community is called…
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Jan
15
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For those looking for a senior community in the San Clemente you will find multiple places throughout the city. If you are in the market to find upscale living then we recommend the Talega Gallery community. The Talega Gallery is the name of the general area where you will find 4 different and unique communities that co-exist with each other behind the gated entrance.
One of the these communities is called "Sandridge." Sandbridge homes are elegant homes that enjoy all the benefits that the Talega Gallery has to offer. One of homes featured below is a perfect example of what you can expect to find in this community. Some of the unique features of the home include 22 foot ceilings with a formal dining, living and family room. The home features 3…
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Jul
5
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Let's face it, we are all getting older! As the older we get the more a single level home makes more sense. For starters, you get to enjoy all the amenities and rooms on the home on one level. This provides a nice flow to the home as everything is accessible quickly. Also, avoiding the many steps to a second level home is crucial as you get older and find it hard to get up and down steps. A lot of home buyers are specially seeking out neighborhoods and homes where you can find one story single level homes for sale. With over 40 communities in Talega finding the right communities is the first step in narrowing down your search. If you prefer to live in a senior 55+ community then the gated community of the Talega Gallery is an obvious choice. The…
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Jun
14
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San Clemente is small little beach town in Orange County, Ca that has seen tremendous growth in the last 10 to 15 years. One of the biggest changes is the development of the Talega area. Talega is home to over 40 communities and 3,000+ homes with a wide variety of architectural styles and models. There is a little bit of something for everyone from small starter 2 bedrooms condos in the $250,000 range to larger luxury estate ocean view homes in the $1.5 plus range. With the downturn in the real estate market, the Talega homes have really seen a drop in real estate prices in the last 5 years. As a result you will find more motivated sellers who are willing to sell their home creatively and use different techniques to get their home sold. One of…
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May
17
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If you are in the market to find San Clemente gated community homes for sale under $800,000 then we recommend the following three locations. The first location is the Vittoria community located in Talega. This gated community shares the common gated area with the upscale "Catania" area and features large two story Mediterranean style homes for sale (see picture below). A recent home just came on the market there for $750,000 that features over 3,000 square feet with peek views of the ocean. The home has the main living quarters on the ground level with living, dining and family rooms. There is even a downstairs den/office that could be used as a bedroom. Upstairs features 3 additional bedrooms with a large master suite with it's own private view…
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Feb
9
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Relocating can always be challenging when considering moving from your current home location. Moving to an area that you are not familiar with can be scary and not understanding the nuances and price factors that contribute to the different areas can be challenging if you are not working with a skilled San Clemente Realtor. A good San Clemente Real Estate agent can give you a brief rundown of the city and help you find the perfect San Clemente community for you. There are so many great areas in the San Clemente area but local knowledge of factors that may effect home prices need to told to any prospective buyers. These factors can include land shifting, freeway proximity and noise as well as residential and mixed use areas. Also, make sure to ask…
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Jan
19
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If you are looking for tax shelters in today's economy many are turning away from the stock market and heading towards the real estate arena. With record low prices and rock bottom interest rates buying homes has never been cheaper. This is especially true for real estate investors that are buying homes with interest rates in the 4% range! This is something I thought I would never see happen. Buyers are now realizing that their monthly mortgage payment may be less then the amount of rent they can bring in on lower end properties. This can be achieved with putting as little as 20% down for homes under $300,000. We have several clients looking to buy multiple properties in this price range due to the affordability factor and monthly cash flow they will…
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Oct
28
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If you have been to San Clemente, California then you know the natural beauty of the ocean and small beach town flare. A consistent temperature of a cool 72 degrees year around brings many to the small beach town of San Clemente. For those looking to retire in Southern California there is no better place then San Clemente. Located ideally between Los Angeles and San Diego sits a beach town that is known for it's low key attitude and a great sense of community. If you are looking to retire to San Clemente then you will have many choices when it comes to housing. For those looking to live in a 55+ senior community we highly recommend the luxury homes located in the Talega Gallery in Talega. Talega is a new addition…
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Sep
28
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Seaside Talega Homes is one of the best areas to find large lot San Clemente homes for sale. Seaside is a quiet community one the east side of the Talega located south of the Talega Gallery communities and east of the Carmel neighborhood. Seaside Talega homes are large two story Spanish and Mediterranean style homes located on large lots. As Realtors, we love showing Seaside Talega homes since these homes are built for entertaining. Home prices have come down a lot in recent years. It was only a couple of years ago that these homes were selling well above the million dollar mark! Currently, Seaside homes range from $526,000 to $645,000, nearly 50% off what they were selling for at the height of the market. The…
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Sep
22
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If you have been looking for a home that caters to those 55 years old and older then the Talega Gallery is a great option. Located in the Talega area of San Clemente, California, Seagarden Talega homes offer affordable living in a very upscale area in Talega. The Talega gallery is a gated community features our different communities that share the same association amenities that include a community pool, spa and recreation center. The four communities consist of the Seagarden, Wavecrest, Sandbridge and Waterfleaf community. The Seagarden homes are actually condos that are attached on one side with your neighbors, similar to a duplex. Each side is individually owned and most condos come with a two car garage, front…
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