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        <author>gwen@illuminousmarketing.com (Lund Team Marketing)</author>
        <title>5 Tips on Beginning the Search for Your New Home</title>
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Whether it has been a lifelong dream or you recently made it part of your life plan, you want to start looking at properties to find your new home. Before you start looking at homes for sale, there are five important things to consider to make the process smooth and to narrow your search of North County real estate to genuine prospects.


Target Areas


The first question is: where do you want to live? Depending on your needs, you can narrow your search by county, city or cities, or even neighborhoods. For example, if your dream is to live close to the beach, focus on coastal communities such as Carlsbad or Encinitas. It’s helpful to write down the names or zip codes of target areas or you can create your own map.


Determine a Price Range


After determining where to look for homes for sale, set a budget. Set a minimum and maximum to target homes fitting your lifestyle and that are affordable. A minimum price weeds out properties that don’t meet your needs and a maximum ensures you don’t overburden yourself with an excessive mortgage payment. We've got a mortgage calculator to help you get started. 


List House Amenities


Once you select the area and price range, choose the amenities you require. Create a list of “must-have” and a list of “would-be nice” amenities. For example, a must have list may include: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a garage. A would be nice list may include: an attic, an attached garage, and gas appliances. The “must have” list is essential while the “would be nice” criteria are extras.


Choose Community Features


The community features are also important. Choose what you want in the community surrounding the properties. Do you want a gated neighborhood, a community pool, a nearby school, or restaurants within walking distance? Again, choose which features are essential and which are extras. 


Select Your Agent


You have determined that North County real estate is where you are going to find your future home. You know where to look for homes for sale, your price range, and the house and community amenities required. Now it’s time to enlist the help of a Realtor. A Realtor is your partner in your home search and will work closely with you to find properties that suit your family and lifestyle.


The Lund Team has over 32 years of expereince in the North County real estate market. We've helped thousands of people find their dream homes in the communities in which we work and live. Contact Lund Team now to start the exciting search for the home of your dreams.
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        <title>Panoramic Views from Quiet Cul-de-Sac in Carlsbad</title>
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3644 Barranca Court, Carlsbad, CA 92010 – MLS 150046505


4 Bedrooms/ 2.5 Baths - New Pricing $650,000 - $675,000 – 2,160 Sq Ft


New enhancements &amp; upgrades Enjoy views of the surrounding rolling hillsides to the Pacific Ocean from this popular Plan 2 in Barrington. Situated on a double cul-de-sac, this is the perfect quiet family home.


Enter into the dramatic foyer and curved balcony that looks down from the second floor. The formal living and dining rooms are great spaces for entertaining. The family room has a custom built-in entertainment niche and fireplace that is perfect for quality family time. Just off the family room is the spacious kitchen complete with gourmet island and breakfast bar.


Upstairs, the master suite has sliding glass doors that lead onto the balcony where you can enjoy sweeping views to the northwest. The luxurious master bath has a large window to allow in plenty of natural light just above the soaking tub. Easily draw the plantation shutters for more privacy.


Also located upstairs are the additional bedrooms and convenient laundry room.


Outside, relax and unwind in the private backyard featuring a spacious patio, grass play area, and built-in barbecue. This neighborhood is located within the high acclaimed Carlsbad School District and is close to shopping and dining areas.


For more information on this home, please contact The Lund Team at (760)438-0800.
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