Steve Hall ABR, CDPE, GREEN, SFR

Make the Call to Hankins and Hall

Lela and I have earned the prestigious Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) designation, having completed extensive training in foreclosure avoidance and short sales. This is invaluable expertise to offer at a time when the area is ravaged by "distressed" homes in the foreclosure process.

Short sales allow the cash-strapped seller to repay the mortgage at the price that the home sells for, even though it is lower than what is owed on the property. With plummeting property values, this can save many people from foreclosure and even bankruptcy. More and more lenders are willing to consider short sales because they are much less costly than foreclosures.

Right now in San Marcos, more than 400 homes are in danger of foreclosing. It is happening in all price ranges. Local experts say that even high-priced homes are not immune.

It is so rewarding to be able to help sellers save their homes from foreclosure.

Alex Charfen, founder of the Distressed Property Institute in Boca Raton, Fla., said that Realtors® such as Lela Hankins and Steve Hall with the CDPE designation have valuable training in short sales that can offer the homeowner much better alternatives to foreclosure, which virtually destroys the credit rating. These experts also may better understand market conditions and can help sellers through the emotional experience, he said.

If you are in financial distress or know of anyone in need of an advocate to help them stay out of foreclosure, please call us for assistance.

Lela Hankins (760)591-0020 - Lela@LelaSellsSanDiego.com

Steve Hall (760)809-1637 - Steve@HankinsAndHall.com

Make the Call to Hankins and Hall

Application deadline extended for General Plan Advisory Commission for the City of San Marcos

San Marcos residents that would like to be considered for a position on the advisory commission must have their applications in by October 1st.

The City of San Marcos will spend the next two years updating the General Plan, which is the guiding document for the future development of the City of San Marcos. San Marcos is well known for its community outreach program to get residents involved with the growth of the city. Residents are encouraged to join in and attend "task force" meetings that are comprised of other San Marcos residents.

The General Plan Advisory Commission (GPAC) will be comprised of a 14 member committee appointed by the City Council. Some seats on the commission will be held by representatives from: The Chamber, CSUSM, Palomar College, the Senior Citizen community and the San Marcos Economic and Development Corporation. The other positions will be held by residents from each of the eight neighborhoods in the diagram below and must submit their completed application by October 1st.

Market Update for Twin Oaks Valley Ranch, September 2009

San Marcos, CA 92069

Active

There are no homes currently "active" on the MLS. Call Lela if you are considering selling.

Pending List Price

Medinah 4 Bed / 2.5 Bath 1902 esf $315,000

Pebble Beach 4 Bed / 2 bath 1908 esf $359,000

Lawndale 4 bed / 3 bath 2296 esf $445,000

Pebble Beach 4 Bed / 2 bath 1658 esf $397,740

Peach Way 4 bed / 3.5 bath 2328 esf $425,000-$445,000

Lawndale 3 bed / 2 bath 2112 esf $489,000

Chesterfield 4 Bed / 3 Bath 2869 esf $525,000

Sold (Last 60 Days) Date Sold Sold Price

Chesterfield 5 bed / 3 bath 2546 esf 7/15/2009 $415,000

Golf Glen 3 bed / 2-1/2 bath 2158 esf 7/28/2009 $410,000

Golf Glen 4 bed / 3 bath 2546 esf 7/30/2009 $390,000

*Chesterfield 4 bed / 2 bath 2257 esf 8/18/2009 $425,000

In San Marcos, there are 106 homes for sale currently - Call Lela or Steve whenever you need help sorting through the real estate maze!

*These neighbors trusted Lela & Steve to list, market and sell their home!

San Marcos Civic Center Movie Screen for week of Sept 4th

The theme for this months movies is "food" and the Civic Center Screen will start the month by showing Strange Brew and the original Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. The movies start at 8pm and are shown on an outdoor screen between Pizza Nova and Ryan Brothers coffee.

The Saturday movie is Willy Wonka& the Chocolate Factory with Gene Wilder

The Friday movie is Strange Brew with Rick Moranis and Dave Thomas

Print out the flyer below and bring it to Noodles & Company on September 15th to help support the Kiwanis Club of San Marcos Foundation Benefit.

25% of sales between the hours of 5pm and 9pm on the 15th will assist the Kiwanis Club of San Marcos in providing help to the Heartpower Performances, which is part of the "Breaking Cycles" program. This is a family-centered program with a team approach to juvenile delinquency prevention and intervention, which includes the Health and Human Services Agency, Mental Health agencies, Educational Systems, Community Based Organizations, families and community members.