If you are thinking about selling your home, this is your guide to get your home ready to sell. Doing these things before putting your house on the market will help you sell your home fast and for more money. Thinking of putting your home on the market? Let's talk!
Deferred Maintenance
Get all the little odd jobs done before you sell your house because even the smallest thing will lower the house price.
Brightening Up
Your house needs to be really bright. If there’s something blocking the light, you need to change it or remove it completely. A tip for when you're showing the house is to turn on all the lights so it can look brighter.
Home Updates
Now is the best time to update the rooms and all the furniture. If they look old, repaint them or totally replace them with new ones.
Curb Appeal
First impressions maHer. The front of the house is the first picture everyone sees so make sure you make it a good one.
De-personalize
People like to see themselves in the house so if you have pictures of yourself make sure to take them down and try to take away as much personal stuff as you can.
Start Interviewing Agents
Don’t pick the first one. Do a lot of interviews before you make your decision. Interview agents that have sold homes in that area before so you know that they are familiar with the neighborhood. Ask them what their plans are for advertising, promoting and selling your house. Ask them if they are using Matterport because it is really important for people to see the house in 3D.
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How Are San Diego County School Districts Planning to Continue Learning This Fall?
Here is the latest update from all the different unified school districts in San Diego County as of July 15, 2020.
On-campus learning, distance learning, or hybrid learning, below is everything we know so far about each district's reopening plans.
Alpine Union School District
AUSD approved its Reopening Schools Plan on July 8, which includes a return to face-to-face learning in the classroom four days a week, Tuesdays through Fridays. Students will participate in distance learning on Mondays. Classes will resume on Aug. 19.
Bonsall Unified School District
Bonsall Unified has conducted a parent survey for three learning model options, and a BUSD Reopening School Task Force is still developing its reopening plan. School is still expected to be in session Aug. 19.
Borrego Springs Unified School District
On July 6, the district published its reopening plan, which includes in-person classes, the staff wearing face masks and gloves, and student health screenings each day.
Cajon Valley Union School District
All Cajon Valley Schools will reopen to students in August. To accommodate individual family needs, students will have the option of 100% distance learning, a hybrid schedule providing two to three days a week of in-school time with the remainder under distance learning at home, or 100% in classroom learning five days a week as school capacity allows.” Classes begin Aug. 19.
Cardiff School District
The Cardiff School District sent a letter to families on July 14 saying the district is prepared to start its school year on Aug. 25 with a full return to classroom instruction that “could pivot to a staggered start hybrid model plan or a distance learning model if necessary.” The district plans to hold a special board meeting to further discuss 2020-2021 learning options and wants to finalize its plans by the end of July to give staff, students, and families time to prepare.
Carlsbad Unified School District
Carlsbad Unified told parents July 13 that it has not yet made a decision regarding its plan for the fall. An update is expected to be announced on July 22.
Chula Vista Elementary District
Plans still in development.
Coronado Unified School District
The district is still developing a reopening plan that "will be responsive to current public health guidance."
Dehesa School District
Plans still in development.
Del Mar Union School District
All students will be enrolled in either an in-person school at a school campus or the district’s distance learning program. All parents/guardians recently completed an enrollment confirmation survey, but they will have the option to change their enrollment confirmation at the beginning of August. The first day of school will be on Aug. 24.
Encinitas Union School District
No plan for return has yet been announced, though school officials anticipate providing one by the end of July and will communicate directly with families and staff when it's been decided upon.
Escondido Union High School District
The district plans on resuming classes on Aug. 25. Two models have been forwarded to the school board for approval, which are "Independent Study through the Learning Center" -- a full-time distance-learning plan -- and a "2 Day Blended Model," which would entail distance learning for all students on Mondays as well as two other days of the week, dependent upon their last name (A-M and N-Z) and one of six subgroups to which they are assigned. The board is expected to meet July 14 to vote on the proposals. However, the district said that "if the cases of COVID continue and worsen, we would delay the reopening of our school campuses and the students opting for the Blended 2-Day Model would begin with fully virtual instruction."
Escondido Union School District
Plans still in development.
Fallbrook Union Elementary School District
FUESD laid out its reopening plan here, which, as of July 9, includes two options: on-campus learning 5 days a week, with a modified instructional day or virtual learning 5 days a week, taught either by a teacher or parent. The first day of school is set for Aug. 17.
Fallbrook Union High School District
Plans still in development.
Grossmont Union High School District
GUHSD, which is targeting a return to campuses on Aug. 10, recently released its Roadmap for Reopening plan, which contains both a full distance-learning and blended options, with levels "of students on campus and in classrooms...set at 25%, 50% and 100%. Schools have the ability to move from level to level as needed, including to a full-distance learning model." All students would be participating in distance learning on Mondays regardless of which level the school has implemented. The expectations are that the school year would start at Level 2, with most students coming to campus once a week, then, after an evaluation of health conditions, processes, and procedures after 15-20 school days, possibly move to Level 3 by week 5 or 6.
Lakeside Union School District
The superintendent announced July 9 that the district intends to open school on Aug. 20 "with in-person learning for all who desire to return." The school will also offer a distance-learning option to its students.
La Mesa-Spring Valley School District
Plans still in development.
Lemon Grove School District
Plans still in development.
Jamul-Dulzura Union School District
Plans still in development.
Julian Union School District
Plans still in development.
Julian Union High School District
JUHSD released its reopening plan for the 2020-2021 school year here. It includes six key elements: Good Hygiene Practices (frequent hand washing and use of sanitizer, face masks are encouraged); Health Checks (no-touch temp screenings); Welcoming Campus (mental health check-ins); Clean Environment (regular disinfection of campuses); Communication (prompt notification of staff and students if there’s exposure); Limit Sharing. JUHSD would block the schedule to reduce movement around campuses and limit class sizes to 15 to 18 students. The first day of school for this district is set for Aug. 11.
Mountain Empire Unified School District
The district superintendent has told families and staff that school officials are still "taking this time to gather and weigh community input in order to develop a safe and thoughtful return plan." Parents are told to check with their school's principal.
National School District
Plans still in development.
Oceanside Unified School District
On June 23, the district outlined three different options for reopening: traditional classes, a hybrid option including online and in-class learning, and an option that is exclusively virtual. The district said on July 14 that no final decisions have been made.
Poway Unified School District
The Poway Unified School District said on July 13 it will give families the option of in-person or virtual learning for students this fall. PUSD said the district’s reopening plan will be finalized in the coming weeks. The first day of school for Poway Unified is set for Aug. 19.
Ramona Unified School District
In a letter to parents sent June 30, the district told parents it was still developing a reopening plan and that it would be issuing a survey to parents to find out what works best for them.
Rancho Santa Fe School District
Classes will resume Aug. 24. Families can select from options of voluntary distance learning or in-school home classrooms, where desks are socially-distanced, as well as socially-distanced outdoor seating and zones on campuses to keep children separated.
San Diego Unified School District
San Diego Unified School District said it will not reopen campuses for in-person learning this fall. This means students will continue distance learning at home when the school year starts on Aug. 31.
SDUSD had hoped to be able to offer a hybrid learning plan this fall that included both an in-person learning option for students and distance learning but the surge in COVID-19 cases in San Diego County has put a halt to those plans. The district plans to make an announcement on where things stand on Aug. 10.
San Dieguito Union High School District
San Dieguito Superintendent Robert Haley sent a note to parents this week saying his district is still actively working on reopening plans for 2020-2021, monitoring state and county health guidelines to make safe decisions. “Here in SDUHSD, we’ve not yet made a decision about the reopening of our schools,” Haley wrote. “We are developing learning models for next year that will align with all of the possible pandemic scenarios we could find our district in, ranging from on-campus, in-class instruction, to the maximum extent possible as called for by the State of California in the current year’s budget, to full-time distance learning.” Haley said SDUHSD will offer a full-time distance learning program for students who are unable to attend on-campus instruction.
San Pasqual Union School District
The first day of school is set for Aug. 19, but it is unclear what instruction will look like.
San Ysidro School District
Plans still in development.
Santee School District
Plans still in development.
Solana Beach School District
Plans still in development.
South Bay Union School District
Plans still in development.
Spencer Valley School District
Plans still in development.
San Marcos Unified School District
Plans still in development.
Sweetwater Union High School District
Aug. 3 is the first day of school for the Sweetwater Union High School District. The district plans to offer distance learning only through the first four weeks of school, with more details to come on the next steps for the school year after that.
Valley Center-Pauma Unified School District
On June 10, the district sent a letter to parents that said it was still developing its reopening plan but may offer parents three options, including traditional in-class learning, a hybrid plan of in-class and online learning, and an option that is exclusively virtual.
Vista Unified School District
As of June 15, the district said it was monitoring guidance from local, state and federal health departments as it continues to develop a plan for reopening.
Warner Unified School District
The school board is expected to decide by July 16 whether to move ahead with a proposal that would provide parents the option of having children either attend classrooms in-person full time or participate in a 100% distance-learning plan when the school year starts Aug. 12.
Vallecitos School District
Plans still in development.
As schools make plans to reopen, they must adhere to the state's new guidelines.
The California Department of Education has also provided guidance and resources on distance learning, for the teachers and families of students in grades K-12.
What do you think of your district's plans? Would you move so that your children could be in a different school district?
I'm donating 50% of my real estate commission to Skyzone and other local business in Carlsbad and North County, San Diego! We can't let hard working, successful local businesses go under! They need our support!
Skyzone and other local businesses have been shut down again and many of them will not be able to open. Please check out my latest video with Josh from Skyzone. In this video he explains the issues that local businesses like himself are going through. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=03dejZHq3KU
If you are thinking of moving in the next few months then please do let us know as we would love to help you and by doing so help local businesses stay afloat. Also please do get in contact if you are a local business and you are in need of help.
Together we need pull together and save our local community and local business owners and families need our help.
Details:
We obviously urgently need to help these businesses. So I will be giving 50% of my personal commission on any real estate transactions that close before September 30th 2020.*
Any local businesses need to prove they are in financial hardship and they have exhausted all government funding. We want to make sure that funds go to the businesses that need it the most.
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*This is for brand new real estate deals where The British Real Estate Team have not had any previous communication with the client before 7th July 2020.
Considering a move to Carlsbad? Carlsbad, California is a wonderful place to live with beautiful beaches, year-round sunshine, restaurants, shops, parks, and highly rated public schools. Carlsbad is a large city in North County, San Diego and is comprised of many smaller neighborhoods. Below is a guide to some of the best neighborhoods to live in Carlsbad.
Carlsbad Village
Carlsbad Village is the historic downtown of Carlsbad. Homes in Carlsbad Village are within walking distance of the beautiful beaches, shops, bars, restaurants and other services that the village has to offer. The past few years have brought a lot of new development to the village, and increased demand has led to more housing and a boom in trendy bars and restaurants. Campfire, Jeune et Jolie, and Paon are just a few of the buzzworthy eateries making Carlsbad a destination for dining experiences. But Carlsbad Village is not all about shops and dining, the stunning beaches are a draw for locals and visitors alike. Frazee Beach is located at the end of Carlsbad Village Drive and there is a cement boardwalk atop the bluff and down below offering views north to Camp Pendleton and south as far as La Jolla. It must be said that Carlsbad Village is a tourist hot spot in the summer, so be prepared for increased crowds and limited parking.
Aviara is a master-planned community offering resort-style living just a few miles from the beach, with views of the ocean, lagoon, and nearby golf courses. This neighborhood is primarily single-family homes, and there are strict guidelines in place to ensure residents can enjoy the exceptional quality of life offered in this neighborhood. Many of the communities within this neighborhood are gated. Aviara is a residential neighborhood with no shopping centers, commercial buildings or restaurants – with the exception of the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort. The resort offers boutique shopping, several upscale restaurants and a bar, as well as a well-known spa and the amenities you would expect to find at a high-end resort.
La Costa is one of the most popular communities in Carlsbad and is a world famous resort destination, thanks to the the Omni La Costa Resort and Spa, formerly the La Costa Resort and Spa, from which the area got its name. Many celebrities have owned or rented homes in this neighborhood over the years, particularly properties adjoining the golf course. La Costa’s reputation as a retreat for the rich and famous is reflected in the available housing. Gated, high-end condominium and apartment complexes offer more affordable housing options in the area, where detached homes have larger price points. Many of the high-end estates are gated with views of the resort and nearby ocean.
Bressi Ranch is a small, family-friendly neighborhood in Carlsbad. Homes in this community are primarily owner-occupied, although there are rentals available. While most properties are single detached homes, there are townhouse and apartment communities within this small neighborhood. At the center of Bressi Ranch is a popular shopping center with restaurants, retail shops, a gas station, a pet hospital, and a grocery store. Residents of Bressi Ranch also have easy access to the shopping, restaurants and entertainment in other areas of Carlsbad just a short drive away.
Residents of Calavera Hills Village enjoy the benefits of a quieter way of life that is still close enough to shopping and restaurants. This is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Carlsbad, making it a good choice for couples and families who may not have the budget for La Costa or Aviara. The neighborhood is primarily composed of owner-occupied detached homes. Almost all of the homes in this small neighborhood were built in the 1980s and 1990s. Shopping, entertainment, and restaurants can be found within a short drive on El Camino Real, College Boulevard, and Carlsbad Village Drive.
Located in La Jolla, California, Torrey Pines Golf Course sits on the coastal cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean and is recognized as the premier municipal golf course owned and operated by a city. It is named after the Torrey Pine, a rare tree that grows in the wild only along this local stretch of the coastline in San Diego County and on Santa Rosa Island.
Maderas Golf Club offers beauty and challenge as it winds through the cliffs, rock outcroppings, creeks, and forests of the inland hill country of north San Diego. Golf in San Diego has never been better, step onto the first tee and enjoy the courses three lakes, five waterfalls, and over forty acres of native wildflowers. Maderas Golf Club is the number one golf course in San Diego for a reason, experience it for yourself.
Located just north of San Diego in Carlsbad, Omni La Costa Resort & Spa offers 36 spectacular holes of golf at our Champions Course and Legends Course. Stunningly beautiful yet equally challenging to conquer, each course offers distinct experiences and settings. Follow in the footsteps of the PGA’s finest players and come see what all the talk is about during your stay in the San Diego area.
From the 50,000-square-foot Clubhouse perched just beyond the 18th hole’s cascading waterfall finish to traditional forecaddie service, and nearly seven full acres of practice areas, The Grand Golf Club’s amenities provide the ultimate golf experience — both on and off San Diego’s premier golf course.
Named by Golf Digest and Golf Magazine as one of the best resort golf courses in America, Aviara Golf Club overlooks the Batiquitos Lagoon nature preserve in beautiful Carlsbad, California. The only coastal California course designed by Arnold Palmer, Aviara Golf Club features a memorable layout: par 72 over 18 holes and 7,007 yards uniquely sculpted around rolling hillsides, native wildflowers, and plenty of bunker and water challenges.
There are many more stunning golf courses in San Diego! Do you agree with our list? What is your favorite golf course in San Diego?
Carlsbad is a wonderful place to raise a family and is currently ranked #4 on Niche's list of cities with the best public schools in America. The Carlsbad Unified School District is recognized as one of the highest achieving school districts in the county. Many of Carlsbad's schools have been identified as Distinguished Schools at the federal and state levels. A major factor for families, as well as businesses planning to relocate to Carlsbad is this excellence in education that has earned their schools and staff numerous awards and recognition. Read on to learn more about the top schools in Carlsbad!
Aviara Oaks Elementary School is a highly rated, public school located in Carlsbad, CA. It has 650 students in grades K-5 with a student-teacher ratio of 27 to 1. According to state test scores, 85% of students are at least proficient in math and 88% in reading.
Pacific Rim Elementary School is a highly rated, public school located in Carlsbad, CA. It has 824 students in grades K-5 with a student-teacher ratio of 29 to 1. According to state test scores, 93% of students are at least proficient in math and 95% in reading.
Kelly Elementary School is a highly rated, public school located in Carlsbad, CA. It has 443 students in grades K-5 with a student-teacher ratio of 25 to 1. According to state test scores, 77% of students are at least proficient in math and 82% in reading.
Magnolia Elementary School is a highly rated, public school located in Carlsbad, CA. It has 477 students in grades K-5 with a student-teacher ratio of 25 to 1. According to state test scores, 74% of students are at least proficient in math and 82% in reading.
Poinsettia Elementary School is a highly rated, public school located in Carlsbad, CA. It has 529 students in grades K-5 with a student-teacher ratio of 25 to 1. According to state test scores, 69% of students are at least proficient in math and 76% in reading.
Aviara Oaks Middle School is a highly rated, public school located in Carlsbad, CA. It has 1,106 students in grades 6-8 with a student-teacher ratio of 26 to 1. According to state test scores, 74% of students are at least proficient in math and 80% in reading.
Valley Middle School is a highly rated, public school located in Carlsbad, CA. It has 1,045 students in grades 6-8 with a student-teacher ratio of 25 to 1. According to state test scores, 61% of students are at least proficient in math and 68% in reading.
Calavera Hills Middle School is a highly rated, public school located in Carlsbad, CA. It has 574 students in grades 6-8 with a student-teacher ratio of 24 to 1. According to state test scores, 52% of students are at least proficient in math and 67% in reading.
Sage Creek High School is a top rated, public school located in Carlsbad, CA. It has 1,257 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 26 to 1. According to state test scores, 62% of students are at least proficient in math and 78% in reading.
Carlsbad High School is a highly rated, public school located in Carlsbad, CA. It has 2,337 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 26 to 1. According to state test scores, 50% of students are at least proficient in math and 60% in reading.
Carlsbad is a city in North County, San Diego known for its beautiful beaches, historic Carlsbad Village, Legoland CA and SEA LIFE Aquarium, The Flower Fields, and so much more! It is currently ranked #4 on Niche's list of cities with the best public schools in America, #14 healthiest city in America, and #14 healthiest place to live in America. It's hard not to be happy in a city that averages 263 days of sun a year!
The downtown village area of Carlsbad is just steps from the beach and is a destination for locals and tourists alike. It is a great area to walk around and enjoy a variety of shops, restaurants, and other services.Take a culinary and history tour of the village of Carlsbad with Carlsbad Food Tours. Facilitated by gourmand tour guides with a love and passion for Carlsbad and its best eateries, tours wind their way through Carlsbad’s most scenic and historic neighborhoods where you will learn about the history of the village and get to taste some of the best food on offer. Also be sure to stop by the Carlsbad Mineral Spa on Carlsbad Boulevard, the Alt Karlsbad Hanse House is a famous landmark in the village and the site of the first mineral water spa, dating back to the 1880s.
Come play your part at LEGOLAND® California Resort, located just 30 minutes north of San Diego and one hour south of Anaheim. With more than 60 rides, shows and attractions, it's an interactive, hands-on theme park experience for families with children 2 - 12. The Resort is also home to SEA LIFE® Aquarium and the world's first LEGOLAND® Water Park. And if you've ever dreamed of spending the night at LEGOLAND, LEGOLAND Hotel and LEGOLAND Castle Hotel at the Resort are open and less than 2 miles from the nearest beach!
For over sixty years, Mother Nature has transformed the rolling hills of North San Diego County into one of the most spectacular and coordinated displays of natural color and beauty anywhere in the world. The nearly fifty acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers that make up The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch® in Carlsbad, California, are in bloom for approximately six to eight weeks each year – from early March through early May – literally bringing the famous fields back to life. This annual burst of color, which has become part of the area’s local heritage, also is one of nature’s official ways of announcing the arrival of spring here in Southern California.
4. South Carlsbad State Beach
South Carlsbad State Beach is a beautiful stretch of protected coastline that offers an array of outdoor activities to enjoy. White sand, coastal bluffs, and warm water make it a great spot to enjoy swimming, surfing, scuba diving and snorkeling, fishing, and picnicking. The bluffs above the beach offer excellent camping, and the 220-site South Carlsbad State Beach Campground is very popular with easy access to the beach and amenities such as bathrooms with showers, electricity, and water, Wi-Fi, and a camp store.
5. The Crossings at Carlsbad
Come enjoy the views…and experience the golf at The Crossings at Carlsbad! With beautiful Pacific Ocean to the West and foothills rising to the East, this 18-hole championship municipal golf course and event facility offers visitors a magnificent setting in a relaxed California Coastal environment. Located in North San Diego County this course is named for the five bridges - or crossings - that were designed into the layout to meet existing environmental and topographic conditions. The Crossings at Carlsbad is nestled among the natural habitat and wildlife on more than 400 acres of Carlsbad's coastal terrain. The Crossings also offers a 28,000-square-foot clubhouse complete with a golf shop, banquet facilities, a spacious fireplace-lit dining room, full-service kitchen and an outdoor deck with ocean views. The Canyons restaurant, located in the clubhouse, will serve breakfast and lunch daily.
Sky Zone Carlsbad is the second Sky Zone location for owners Josh & Michelle, following the success of their San Marcos location. Sky Zone Carlsbad has 33,000 Sq.Ft. of excitement and includes many new attractions like a giant Ultimate Warrior Course, Indoor Soccer, Indoor Volleyball, Indoor Basketball, Parkour Course, Ultimate Dodgeball, Free Video Game Arcade, Private Parent Lounge, and much more!
Unfortunately Sky Zone Carlsbad had to shut its doors to the public soon after their grand opening due to the Covid-19 pandemic, but we are pleased to announce that as of June 12th 2020 they are back open, with some new safety modifications. We are so pleased to see Sky Zone back open and we are looking many more fun times there with the whole family!
We were lucky enough to get a sneak peek of Sky Zone Carlsbad ahead of its grand opening in February 2020. Check out the video below!
Have you been to Sky Zone in Carlsbad? What is you favorite activity? Let us know in the comments below!
Are you or someone you know looking to move to San Diego? Let us help you find the perfect home!
If you're craving something sweet in San Diego, head up the coast to North County to find some of the best bakeries and donuts in the city!
VG Donut & Bakery
V.G. Donut & Bakery is a full service bakery located in Coastal North County specializing in the old fashion style of baking. Owned and operated by the Mettee family since 1969, V.G.’s is now a thriving third generation business. V.G., or Very Good for those who were wondering, is the locals’ choice for a fresh cup of coffee and favorite bakery item – guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth.
The goods opened in August 2017 it is a brainchild of the Barille Family. Located in the heart of North County San Diego featuring fresh artisan doughnuts made from scratch every hour. Locally sourced goods and with the decor to match our building from 1920 we are proud to deliver you some goods. Gluten free & vegan options every day.
All of their pies are served whole, no slices! This allows them to have better portion control and it’s fun having your own individual pie. They use real fruit that they prepare themselves! That means they never use canned or pre-made pie fillings! They use pure butter, premium chocolate, real cream, and local eggs! You can taste the difference!
Prager Brothers is a craft bakery specializing in high quality breads. Their mission is to restore the time-honored tradition of artisan bread making. Founded by Carlsbad brothers, Clinton and Louie Prager, they serve up a variety of fresh breads, sweets, snacks, and sandwiches from their Carlsbad and new Encinitas locations.
Elizabethan Desserts is nostalgic, American comfort food with an elegant touch. While presentation is important, in this kitchen IT’S ALL ABOUT TASTE! They only use the finest ingredients like real butter, heavy cream, premium chocolate, and local eggs. You won’t find shortening based frostings; synthetic dairy based whipped topping or commercial mixes in their food.
