Oceanside Art Walk this Friday!

Friday, September 5, 2014 | 6:00pm - 9:00pm 


At 15-20 downtown Oceanside venues/locations including Oceanside Museum of Art (OMA)!

Enjoy live performances, music, food, and fun for all ages during this monthly ongoing Arts Walk highlighting organizations that are part of the Oceanside Arts and Culture District. Sponsored by OMA, Hill Street Country Club, City of Oceanside, Main Street Oceanside, Oceanside Chamber of Commerce, Visit Oceanside and many more arts and civic organizations. Admission to all venues is FREE and open to the public. For more information visit oma-online.org or call (760) 435-3721.

Great remodeling info...

The "Remodeling 2013 cost vs. Value Report" (www.costvsvalue.com) has great info on the recouped cost for remodeling projects you may be considering. Even better, they list information specific to the San Diego area. Check the report out & see that some of the top items include steel entry doors, wood decks, minor kitchen updates, garage door replacements and many other items- check it out before starting that project!  copyrighted 2013 Hanly Wood, LLc. Complete data from the Remodeling 2013 Cost vs. Value Report can be downloaded free at www.costvsvalue.com.

What's Happening in Oceanside...

OCEANSIDE CELEBRATES THE 4TH!!!

Join us on Saturday, June 28, 2014 for the 21st annual Independence Day Parade as it makes it way north on Coast Highway from Wisconsin Avenue to Civic Center Drive (just past City Hall). Come see floats, bands, walking groups, cool cars and much more. Our theme this year is "Show Your Pride, Oceanside".

The parade starts in front of the 101 Cafe (Coast Highway at Wisconsin Avenue) at 10:00 a.m. and works its way north with the first unit of the parade reaching City Hall around 10:15 a.m. Running time from beginning to end is about two hours.

Viewing of the parade is available from the sidewalks along the entire route. Spectators are encouraged to bring folding chairs. The highest concentration of viewers will be on the north end of the route past Seagaze Avenue.

The public is invited to the City of Oceanside Fireworks Show on July 3, 2014, from 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm. The fireworks will be shot off just north of the El Corazon Senior Center, located at 3302 Senior Center Drive. Rancho del Oro will be closed just north of Oceanside Blvd. at Seagate and just south of Mesa Drive at Ocean Ranch Boulevard. This is the recommended and best viewing site for fireworks. 

Limited parking will be available in the Ocean Ranch Business Park. No parking will be available at the El Corazon Senior Center. Spectators are encouraged to arrive anytime after 6:00 pm, park in the nearby lots, bring a beach chair, and walk to the viewing area on Rancho Del Oro road. 

Food trucks will be parked on Rancho Del Oro and will be selling a wide variety of foods. From 8:00 pm –  9:00 pm El Camino High School and Oceanside High School bands will unite to play just prior to the fireworks show. This event is free and open to the public.

What do today's home buyers want?

Multiple Offers in a Seller's Market

The Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council's answers to frequently asked questions:

When home buyers outnumber sellers, the result can be a multiple offer scenario. If you’re searching for homes in a competitive market environment, you’ll want to take time to understand the dynamics of multiple offers and understand how this might impact your negotiating strategy. Some questions to discuss with your buyer’s representative:

Will I know if I’m in a multiple offer situation?

Not necessarily. Typically it works to a seller’s advantage if buyers are told they are competing with one another. But a seller must give their agent permission to disclose the existence of other offers before this can be shared with your buyer’s rep.

How will offers be presented to the seller?

The seller decides how they want this handled, either individually or as a group presentation. Once presented, a seller can elect to accept (or counter) one offer, reject all offers, or reject all offers in conjunction with a request to resubmit a “highest and best” offer.

Will the details of my offer be kept confidential from other buyers? 

The only way to preserve confidentiality is to ask the sellers to sign a confidentiality agreement before presenting your offer (which also applies to their agent). However, if the seller decides to have a group presentation of offers, you’ll either have to withdraw your offer or revoke the confidentiality agreement.

If my offer has the highest price, can I be confident that I’ll beat out other buyers? 

No. Sellers can accept whichever offer they consider “best” and that may be based on other factors, like the certainty of closing (e.g., the buyer is already approved on their mortgage) or flexibility on closing dates.

What are my options for writing a stronger offer?

In addition to firming up your financing (or paying cash) and offering flexibility on timing, there are a number of other things you can do, including eliminating contingencies, increasing your earnest money deposit or paying closing costs, to name a few. Discuss your options with your buyer’s rep.

If I don’t want to compete with other buyers, can I withdraw my offer? 

Yes, as long as you deliver notification to the seller revoking your offer before they’ve accepted it.

"I wish I had chosen a larger home"- most common homeowner regret...

According to Jed Kolko, last spring Trulia conducted a survey of 2,130 adults regarding their home renting or home owning regrets. 56% of home renters vs. 50% of home owners had at least 1 regret. The most common regrets of home renters were:

#	Top Renter Regrets	% of renters with regrets	% of all renters
1	I wish I had bought instead of rented	42%	23%
2	I wish I had chosen a larger home	39%	22%
3	I wish I had been more financially secure before I decided	27%	15%
4	I wish I had more information about the home before I decided	21%	12%
5	I wish I had chosen a neighborhood with a shorter commute to work	18%	10%

The most common regrets of home buyers were:

#	Top Homeowner Regrets	% of homeowners with regrets	% of all homeowners
1	I wish I had chosen a larger home	34%	17%
2	I wish I had done more remodeling when I bought the home than I did	27%	14%
3	I wish I had more information about the home before I decided	22%	11%
4	I wish I had put more money down for the down payment	18%	9%
5	I wish I had been more financially secure before I decided	16%	8%

To read Jed Kolko's complete report go to...

22nd Annual Oceanside Days of Art

22nd Annual Oceanside Days of Art 

Date: 4/26/2014 TO 4/27/2014 
Time: 10:00 AM TO 5:00 PM 

330 North Coast Hwy 
Oceanside, CA 92054

Phone:760 433-3632

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Event Description: Oceanside Days of Art is a juried fine art festival featuring over 100 local artists selling a variety of unique artwork including paintings, sculptures, stained glass, ceramics, fine jewelry, photography, and more. The festival also offers live stage performances, hands on art activities for all ages, and a delicious variety of food choices in the food court. Other attractions include a High School Art Show, street chalk artists, Angelique the Living Music Box, and a children's art activity area. Please contact www.ocaf.info for more information. 
Directions:
In and around the Oceanside Civic Center Plaza, Coast Highway and Pier View Way, Downtown Oceanside 

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April is Earthquake Preparedness Month- Are You Ready?

Before An Earthquake

How well you, your family and your home survive an earthquake often depends upon how well you prepare beforehand. Develop a family and neighborhood earthquake plan. The following checklist will help you get started:

■  Prepare an emergency kit of food, water, and supplies including a flashlight, portable battery- operated radio, batteries, medicines, first aid kit, money and clothing.

■  Know the safe spots in each room—under sturdy tables, desks, or against interior walls.

■  Know the danger spots—near windows, mirrors, hanging objects, fireplaces and tall, unsecured furniture.

■  Conduct practice drills so you and your family know the safe locations in your home.

■  Decide how and where your family will reunite if separated during a quake.

■  Choose an out-of-state friend or relative who family members can call after the quake to report their whereabouts and conditions.

■  Learn first aid and CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation.)

■  Learn how to shut off gas, water, and electricity in case the lines are damaged. SAFETY NOTE: Do not attempt to relight the gas pilot. Call the utility company.

■  Check chimneys, roofs, walls and foundations for stability. Make sure your house is bolted to its foundation.

■  Secure your water heater and major appliances as well as tall, heavy furniture, hanging plants, mirrors and picture frames—especially those over beds.

■  Keep breakables, heavy objects, flammable or hazardous liquids such as, paints, pest sprays and cleaning products, in secured cabinets or on lower shelves.

■  Organize your neighborhood to be self-sufficient after a quake.

During An Earthquake

■           If indoors, stay there. Get under a desk or table or stand in a corner.

■           If outdoors, get into an open area away from trees, buildings, walls and power lines.

■           If in a high-rise building, stay away from windows and outside walls. Get under a table. Do not use elevators.

■           If driving, pull over to the side of the road and stop. Avoid overpasses and power lines. Stay inside your car until the shaking is over.

■           If in a crowded public place, do not rush for the doors. Crouch and cover your head and neck with your hands and arms.

After An Earthquake

Unless there is an immediate, life-threatening emergency, do not attempt to use the telephone.

After a quake, be sure to:

■           Check for gas and water leaks, broken electrical wiring or sewage lines. If there is damage, turn the utility off at the source and immediately report gas leaks to your utility company. Check for downed power lines; warn others to stay away.

■           Check your building for cracks and damage, including the roof, chimneys and foundation.

■           Turn on your portable radio for instructions and news reports. For your own safety, cooperate fully with public safety officials and follow instructions.

■           Do not use your vehicle unless there is an emergency. Keep the streets clear for emergency vehicles.

■           Be prepared for aftershocks.

■           Stay calm and lend a hand to others. 

 ■          If you evacuate, leave a message at your home telling family members and others where can be found.

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