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Tuesday, April 28, 2015

The Nancy Floyd Haworth Foundation...Building hope one grant at a time | Joan Lunden

Click below to read what Joan Lunden had to say about this years luncheon.
The Nancy Floyd Haworth Foundation...Building hope one grant at a time | Joan Lunden



This year was the 25th Anniversary Celebration of Hope. We had the pleasure of having Joan Lunden, a former host of Good Morning America participate as the speaker and she was amazing! She is a breast cancer survivor and has gone on to be an advocate and raise awareness for this devastating disease. We have been lucky to have such amazing speakers come and share their story with our community. The Nancy Floyd Haworth Foundation has raised thousands of dollars to help fight breast cancer. We have kept the money we raise in New Mexico to help our community through different grant programs. 


Photographed: Lindsey Haworth, Joan Lunden and Mary Floyd


Photographed: Tiffany Cordova, Lindsey Haworth, Joan Lunden, Mary Floyd


Photographed: Lindsey Haworth, Cody Haworth and Brian Haworth awarding grants

We are so blessed to have kept this Foundation going for 25 years and have over 600 attendees every year to our annual luncheon. Without our volunteers and tight knit community we wouldn't have been so successful!

Thank you to our amazing photographer for your continued support year after year.




New Listing for Sale! 4 bedroom 2.5 bathroom custom home with a pool in Vista, CA 92084.

New Listing for Sale! 4 bedroom 2.5 bathroom custom home with a pool in Vista, CA 92084.
 



This impressive 4 bedroom 2.5 bathroom custom home has it all from a serene and private setting to all the finest finishes! Pride of ownership really stands out as they spared no expense to create a tranquil and elegant home. Situated on 2.79 acres with a lush tropical yard, solar heated salt-water pebble tec pool, Jacuzzi, water slide and a fire pit. This home boasts quality materials from travertine tile work, Caribbean walnut hardwood flooring, granite counters and backsplash, custom Alder cabinetry and KitchenAid stainless steel appliances. Master suite is located on the 1st floor which allows this home to live like a one story. Large guest rooms upstairs with an oversized loft area. First time on the market presented by the original owners! Vista, California has so much to offer from affordable housing, homes with land, ease of access to freeway, and so much more.
 


Contact Lindsey to setup your showing 760-487-8647.
Click here for more info about this listing.
Open house May 2, 2015 12-3pm.
5 Affordable tips that could help you sell your home quick and for top dollar in Vista, CA!

I have been fortunate to work with investor groups who have completed dozens and dozens of successful remodels over the last few years. Many of these remodels cost hundreds of thousands of dollars in many cases.  While being involved with these, I have noticed some trends.  Many of the things future home buyers point out when looking at these remodels that they like the most, actually aren’t that expensive and give the home some major POP and a WOW factor when selling. In this blog we are featuring a property that we currently have listed in Vista, CA. The homeowners have created a masterpiece by implementing all of these techniques during their building process. We are so honored to be able to help them sell this beautiful home. 
I have listed 5 items that cost roughly $5,000 if you did all 5 that would spruce up and give your home the true WOW that could help sell your home quick, get you top dollar, and in many cases double the $5,000 investment or more.

New Baseboards!
New 6-inch baseboards throughout the home will really give your rooms a designer touch! It is a simple process and will not break the bank.    It gives the home a fresh and updated feel immediately as you walk in the door.  Click Here to see a local vendor we recommend and have used before.
 

New Custom Backsplash!
This is really a neat touch to any kitchen, bathroom or both. Typically we put in a backsplash with a touch of color in the kitchen to border the countertops. It adds a personalized touch and is very popular.  In the bathrooms we either do a granite backsplash to match the counter top or we do a tile backsplash similar to that of the kitchen.  Either combination is very affordable, and offers an immediate updated feel, even if you have older cabinets and counter tops.  A great place to look at these items is Bedrosians Tile and Stone.   You can visit them by clicking here. If you visit the Vista, CA location next to Costco, be sure to ask for Paula Brent as she will take great care of you and help you with your selections.  


New Stainless Steel Appliances!
An appliance package including a dishwasher, microwave and oven/range combo is another added bonus for potential buyers. It is so nice to walk into a home with fresh new appliances knowing you will be the first one to use them. Buyers love this! You don’t have to splurge for the most expensive appliances unless you are selling your home in a multi-million dollar price range, and many stainless appliance packages can cost you around $1,500 for a new range, dishwasher, and microwave.  Kenmore Stainless Steel is a good looking affordable package that is very cost effective. Learn more about these packages by clicking here.

                              
Accent Walls!
My investors have used Dunn Edwards for our paint supplier and they are very helpful. You can send them pictures and they will create custom paint renderings for you for free! Accent walls in the home add that custom designer touch and are very affordable.   A great combination for interior walls is Dunn Edwards Cream Wave for the vast majority of the walls and Dunn Edwards Mesa Tan for your 2-3 accent walls. A great place for Accent walls is the Master Bedroom, dining room, or living room.    Visit Dunn Edwards to learn more by clicking here.


Fresh Flowers and Mulch!
As they say the first impression is the most important. Would you rather pull up to a house with weeds and dead grass or some freshly laid sod and a few planted flowers for a burst of color? Easy answer right!? Landscape is the first thing most buyers see as they pull up to your house and it does make a huge difference in the overall feel of the house.  You don’t have to go overboard on this either.  Green grass, a few planted flowers and some new mulch can add just enough color to make your home stand out from the others. We have a fantastic landscaper we have used on past projects that is very affordable, reliable, and has a great sense for design. You can contact Soledad and her company by calling Soledad at 760-670-5567.

                    

Depending on the size of your home and the price range it is in these few changes should only run you around $5000 depending on the size of the home.   The process of changing out these few items should not be very time consuming, as you are not remodeling the entirety of your home. These changes should get your home the attention of possible buyers and should help you receive a top-notch offer!!
Last but not least and the Most Important Part!   Make sure the Vista Realtor you choose to list your home takes high end photos, does a virtual tour, youtube videos, etc., these help to showcase the changes and updates you have made to the home.  Over 80% of home buyers according to the National Association of Realtors find their next home online these days and if your listing doesn’t have high end professional photos, virtual tours, etc. it will not stand out above the rest. I implement these items on all of my listings and they sell quicker and for higher prices for the area than my competition.



If you are interested in this property please contact Lindsey for a private showing 760-487-8647. This property won't last long. Complete with a long list of upgrades at an affordable and competitive price. **If you are interested in listing your property in San Diego County or another area and would like a no pressure consultation, I would be honored to meet with you to discuss your options further.
Click here to see more info about the above property. 3088 Deeb Ct. Vista, CA 92084

Sunday, April 26, 2015

Top 5 things to do in Vista, California.

Top 5 things to do in Vista, California. Whether you are planning a trip or a move you won’t be disappointed.


1. Alta Vista Botanical Gardens-A great way to get in some art education and a walk in nature all into one visit.  A great place to take the kids for an interactive learning experience.
2. City Parks- There are several parks in the vista area to visit. Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash.
•   Breeze Hill Park, 645 S. Melrose Dr.
•   Bub Williamson Park, 530 Grapevine Rd.
•   Buena Vista Ballfields, 1851 S. Melrose Dr.
•   Buena Vista Park Pond (& Open Space), 1601 Shadowridge Dr.
   Civic Center Park, 200 Civic Center Dr.
•   Luz Duran Park, 340 E. Townsite Dr.
•   Shadowridge Park, 2101 Lupine Hills Dr.
   South Buena Vista Park, 1602 Mountain Pass Cir. (Includes off-leash Dog Park)
•   Thibodo Park, 1150 Lupine Hills Dr.
•   Vista Sports Park, 1600 Sports Park Way
•   Wildwood Park, 651 E. Vista Way
3. Vista Farmers Market- The oldest farmer’s market in San Diego County. Come browse through several booths full of organic fruits, vegetables and local made goods. Open every Saturday 8am-1pm.
4. The Wave Waterpark- Opening day at The Wave Waterpark is May 23, 2015.  Several water slides, wave pool, floating river and much more. Great way to stay cool and have some fun during the summer months!
5. The AVO Playhouse- Enjoy a night out at the AVO Playhouse. Several different plays to choose from.

There is a little something for everyone in Vista! Great schools, golf, shopping and dining. Who wouldn’t want to live here??? To find a local realtor click here.


                                

***Check out this impressive 4 bedroom 2.5 bathroom custom Vista home. If you are looking for a home that has it all from a serene and private setting to all the finest finishes this is the home for you! Pride of ownership really stands out as they spared no expense to create a tranquil and elegant home. Situated on 2.79 acres with a lush tropical yard, solar heated salt-water pebble tec pool, Jacuzzi, water slide and a fire pit. This home boasts quality materials from travertine tile work, Caribbean walnut hardwood flooring, granite counters and backsplash, custom Alder cabinetry and KitchenAid stainless steel appliances. Master suite is located on the 1st floor which allows this home to live like a one story. Large guest rooms upstairs with an oversized loft area. First time on the market presented by the original owners! This home is close to all of Vista’s main attractions. To get more info about this listing contact Cody Haworth. Cell: 619-886-1695