Discount Real Estate Broker
Discount Real Estate brokers is it true “you get what you pay for”
In the world of discount real estate many brokers say “you get what you pay for” meaning that if a broker charges less he will give you less service. This is not true. Continue reading
City of San Marcos Ca
City of San Marcos California is a great place to live Continue reading
About Encinitas California
Encinitas Homes for rent Continue reading
About Vista California
Vista California is a city located in North County San Diego located just 7 miles from the ocean Continue reading
Halloween safety Tips
Halloween can pose some safety issues for your tenants and your property. With halloween around the corner It is a good idea to Continue reading
Americans Pessimistic about economy
Results from Fannie mae’s September housing survey showed Americans not only pessimistic about economy but also Continue reading
Advantages of renting a Home
There are many advantages of renting a home vs buying a home not only if you are new to the neighborhood but also if you already live in the neighborhood. there is no reason to rush into the purchase of a home because Continue reading
Survive and prosper in this Real estate crisis
It is easy to understand how someone can be uncertain about the future of Real estate. there are many conflicting reports. The confusion comes from the recession which just passed and the Real Estate crisis which has not passed. My philosophy at Cannon Real Estate Carlsbad property management is to Continue reading
Why Landlord’s Need a Property Manager
The main reason is marketing. You do not have to show, advertise or take calls. At Cannon Real Estate Carlsbad Property management we average 30 showings for every property we lease and we market everywhere including Continue reading
About HUD Homes
Hud homes are properties that the buyers obtained FHA financing which is government financing that offers a low down payment of 3.5% and these are homes that the government-FHA- guarantees the loan so that when the homeowner defaults Hud than pays that lender off so they do not lose any money. When these homes are foreclosed on and sold back to HUD at the foreclosure auction then they become Continue reading
Carlsbad is a good place to rent
When you move to Carlsbad, California in San Diego county you will be living in a place where all of your friends and relatives will be wanting to visit you. Carlsbad is really one of the best places to live. In Carlsbad you will have a quality of life envied by your friends and relatives that do not live in Carlsbad. Carlsbad is located close to San Diego but not to close but you are close to the beach. The mountains, desert and also Orange county are located close by. Carlsbad is the home of Cannon Real Estate Carlsbad property management specializing in rental and investment properties. Besides being a great neighborhood to live in there are numerous other reasons to rent in Carlsbad. Continue reading
Realtors have call to action
The California association of Realtors is sending out a call to action to contact our senators because in less we act the current FHA loan limits and conforming loans will expire in September. Cannon Real Estate Carlsbad property management just received are blast email this mourning September, 26th 2011. Here is our take on this situation for investors. Continue reading
Economy update
There is not much change in economy we seem to just be getting by. According to Fannie May the forecast will remain sluggish at below 2% throughout 2012. The unemployment rate will remain above 9%. However San Diego is Continue reading
Inbound marketing and Property management
Inbound marketing is a strategy that is based on permission marketing were you interact with customers through blogs and social media, search engine optimization and customers start to interact with you and over time by you showing your expertise they get to know and trust you as opposed to Continue reading
1031 Exchange building wealth
The 1031 exchange is a method to defer any taxes owed on the sale of Real Estate. To be completely tax free you would exchange, exchange, exchange and keep exchanging until you died.
the following is a description of how to do a 1031 exchange Continue reading
Foreclosure process and how banks determine price
Foreclosure search
If you check out the foreclosure search on www.cannonrealestate.com you will find a source for all foreclosed homes including the different stages of foreclosure including the pre-foreclosure to properties set for auction and the properties that sold at auction that are bank owned. The source I use is a service that Cannon Real Estate Carlsbad property management subscribes to called Foreclosure Radar.
Notice of Default
The foreclosure process starts with a notice of default. The banks Continue reading
Group Investing and Asset Protection
All the different types of ownership have their own advantages and disadvantages Life changes can play a big role in how you take title to investment property In this article I will put forth some ideas of how smaller investors can group together with family, other friends and people you know to leverage your money to purchase investment real estate. Continue reading
Future of Real Estate investments
With the stock market becoming so unpopular investors are going back to the basics, Real Estate, everybody needs a place to live. With the real estate market in such turmoil now is the time to invest in Carlsbad real estate. fortunes are made during times of economic distress. One of the major factors affecting our economic structure is the baby boomers. Continue reading
Risk tolerance for real estate investor
The risk tolerance for real estate investing is different depending on which kind of investor you are. At Cannon Real Estate Carlsbad property management we always advise when buying property as a non owner investor to having the ability to putting a large down payment so you will have cash flow from the get go.
The First time investor Continue reading
Tenant has some obligations
The lease agreement states that the landlord will maintain the property in a safe and clean manor and comply with all regulations. The lease agreement also states that the tenant will keep the property in a safe and clean condition including Continue reading
Delinquent Rent
When a tenant in a residential unit fails to pay rent on the due date and prior to grace period the rent now is considered delinquent. The steps for eviction are as follows: Continue reading
Rents for retirement
I believe there is retirement gold in buying an investment property, finding a tenant, collecting cash flow while paying the mortgage off. Real estate can work out much better than stocks over the long run. Building a real estate portfolio is especially important if you do not have a pension, and if you do have a pension you can utilize the pension Continue reading
Tenants in possesion in foreclosure
What happens when a tenant is in possession of a property when it is foreclosed upon?
Many times the tenant finds out that the home is in the foreclosure process by receiving some sort of notice in mail or posted on the door. At this time the tenant is still obligated to pay rent and if the tenant stops paying rent then the owner could start the eviction process if he chooses. However many times the landlord Continue reading
Future of Real Estate in Carlsbad
Ownership rates are down in Carlsbad, Ca. In San Diego the home ownership rates have fallen 4.4% and apparently tenants are not ready to take up home ownership yet. The main reason for decrease in home ownership is the defaults we are dealing with for example in area code 92009 zip code Carlsbad California there are 250 Continue reading
Carlsbad affordable homes
Carlsbad K&B Townhome development at La Costa Greens Avellino development offers great location, spacious floor plans with square footage from 1615 to 2216 with private backyards. these homes are the most affordable homes in the area surrounded by more expensive homes. Avellino also has a great Recreation center with olympic size pool, weight room and many activities. Tennis courts are also included. The price ranges from $424,900 to $456,000. The builder is finishing out this development and willing to negotiate. At a Locosta Greens residence you can also enjoy world class golf at the 4 seasons resort Aviara located close to the La Costa Preserve with walking trails, bike trails and the Baquitos lagoon which is my favorite here at Cannon Real Estate. Runners and walkers are welcome but bikes are not allowed. The Lagoon is also home to many different wildlife species. The walking trail is currently 1.3 miles long which makes it a nice 2.6 mile round trip. there are plans to expanding this trail. Dogs are allowed but must be leashed at all times. fishing is permitted at the mouth of the Lagoon where the rock jetties are. If you would rather rent in the area to make sure that this Carlsbad location is perfect for you than you can contact Cannon Real Estate Carlsbad property management division. Rents in the area range from $1,700.00 to $2,900 and above.
Picture of Townhomes at Avellino in Carlsbad
Townhomes have two small playgrounds in development and also many homes have panoramic views
About Carlsbad
Carlsbad California is a coastal community located West and east of the 5 freeway about 88 miles South of Los Angeles and about 34 miles North of downtown San Diego. Carlsbad is a great place to live and there are many rental homes available at affordable prices. Look up Carlsbad property management and look for Cannon Real Estate to find a list of rental homes. The closer you live to the beach the rental units are more expensive however moving inland East of the 5 freeway rents are very affordable. Continue reading
San Diego Rental market is Strong
The Real Estate market in San Diego is strong. The rental clients are not the typical want to be homeowners of the past. Today’s renters see the possibility of being renters for the next few years. The typical renter today may have had to sell their home in a short sale situation or sell their home in a foreclosure sale. Because of today’s economic conditions we see many renters who have owned homes and business and lost Continue reading
Single Family Real Estate investment strategy
I prefer Single Family homes and condo’s as investments because they have a lower risk than other types of investments. Single family homes are easier to rent than multi-family for example and tenants generally will stay longer and they are easier to liquidate if you were in need of cash.
Hud homes are a good choice Continue reading
The First Time real estate investor- converting your personal residence to investment property.
Not all Real Estate investors are alike. The first time Real Estate investor may have purchased his own home to live in but has not purchase a rental property or converted his own home into an investment property. Sometimes for some investors it would be financially wise to convert your personal residence into a rental property. Take this scenario: Continue reading
Property Management-Leasing to tenants
The most important part of receiving cash flow on your investment property is leasing the property, the lease provides cash flow and pays off the mortgage while investor receives tax benefits, equity build up and appreciation.
Finding tenants
this is most important step, and not just finding tenants but the right tenant. For every property you lease you will average about 30 showings to get the right tenant. there are numerous ways to find and attract tenants and some of the most effective methods include Continue reading
The benefits of Real Estate investments
In the way many people in the past looked at real estate investments as paying more than you could afford and not being able to cover your mortgage in a rental situation and lose money for a year or two, but only to sell the property in a couple of years and make a big profit. This investment strategy lead to disaster for many investors while some who disposed of property quickly made out like bandits.
Cash Flow
Cash flow is one of the main benefits for Real Estate investors as many investors who have owned property long term have realized. Simply put Continue reading
Real Estate Investments out weigh the stock market
Real Estate has changed but you can still acquire great wealth through real estate investments. The key is to owning cash flow properties and holding on to them long term. Compared to the stock market real estate has over the long term surpassed the stock market. In addition to possible appreciation real estate investors benefit from cash flow, leverage, and tax benifits such as depreciation and 1031 exchanges. When purchased Continue reading
