Lund Team Journal - June, 2011

Citigroup offers $12,000 to Short Sale This Year

The Lund Team is one of the few brokers with the experience (and patience) to work and close short-sales in this tough marketplace.  We received updated information that Citigroup is offering incentives for homeowners to short-sale this year.  

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Citigroup's mortgage servicing branch CitiMortgage is offering an average of $12,000 to borrowers who complete a short sale this year. By comparison, the mortgage servicer was offering $1,500 payments on average in 2009, and $3,000-$5,000 payments in 2010.

"Incentives will be offered to customers experiencing financial hardship who need funds to…

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Storybook Single Level in Oceanside

We recently listed this single level estate on 4727 Marblehead Bay Drive.  See the video for our initial walkthrough on Youtube.  For low fees ($50 a month), quiet streets and in short driving distance to the coast, this area represents one of the best options for homebuyers. Seller will entertain offers between $445,900 - $465,900.

See the full property profile for more information or to schedule a showing. 

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Foreclosure Myths Debunked.

Foreclosure myths, debunked

Although there are a number of programs available to help homeowners who have defaulted on their mortgages keep their home, the large amount of misinformation tends to result in troubled homeowners failing to contact their lender until it is too late.

Making sense of the story

• Some homeowners believe, incorrectly, that contacting their lender early in the process will draw attention to their situation and result in a quicker foreclosure.  In reality, contacting the lender or servicer is an important first step, and the sooner, the better.  Contacting the lender provides the homeowner with an opportunity to explain their situation and the steps necessary to deal with it.
  
  
• It is a common misconception that…

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Three Most Common Mistakes With Real Estate Trusts

We at the Lund Team had the pleasure of sitting down with Brenda and discussing the newest trends in trusts and real estate. After coffee, we asked Brenda if she would like to contribute to our blog.  Below are the top three mistakes she sees people make in regards to real estate trusts.  Enjoy!

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These are the most common mistakes I see in my practice every day. There are many myths and misconceptions out there about estate planning and real estate. This article is designed to help you recognize and avoid the most common mistakes families make in the passage of their real estate to the next generation and help your family save thousands of dollars in unnecessary taxes and probate fees.

Mistake #1: Not Understanding How Your Assets…

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Market Update for Carlsbad 92011

Market Update: June 13th, 2011

Carlsbad's 92011 is experiencing higher levels of inventory that both seller's and buyers should take notice.  With over 125 homes for sale and 17 homes selling per month, the area has roughly 7 months of available homes to sell.  The average home in Carlsbad's 92011 is larger and more expensive than elsewhere in the city at 2,500 sq.ft for $700,000.

At the Lund Team, we take notice of how many homes there are to sell in select market areas.  The 92011 makes up Aviara, Poinsettia Park, West-I5, Water's End, Bay Collection - a number of very different communities.  

When inventory levels rise, we take notice as it means more competition. The average inventory levels in other areas of the city is between 4 and 5…

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Lund Team Supports Kid's Are Worth A Million

Carlton, Tyson, Jennifer and baby Abigail stand with Valin Brown, CEO of Carlsbad Education Foundation.  The Lund Team has donated every year of the Kid's Are Worth A Million campaign.  The event raises money for Carlsbad schools and education. 

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