Wendy Wiegand's Blog

Posted on 11/01/2021

Looking for a New Home? Don't Forget These 3 Things

Photo by Matilda Wormwood from Pexels Shopping for a home is vastly different than shopping for anything else. Home buying is typically the most fiscal investment a good percentage of people make. There’s a lot more to it than just money, however. Finding the right home requires patience and open-mindedness and clear priorities. So how do you find...

Buying Your First Home

First Time Homebuyer

Posted on 10/25/2021

How to Turn a Wooden Pallet Into a Garden Path

Wooden pallets are a budget-friendly source of reclaimed wood and can inspire countless DIY projects. For those who love casual and rustic garden pathways, a pallet might be the perfect place to start. Using just a few materials and tools you can create a wooden plank path for your outdoor space without breaking your budget. Here we’ll go...

Posted on 10/18/2021

Tips on Building the Perfect Sandbox

Photo by congerdesign via Pixabay A sandbox might be the perfect building project for a beginner - -you just need to make an elevated, simple box and fill it with sand to delight the kids in the family. Incorporating other details can help you make a project that is uniquely yours. Sand is heavy, so take some time...

Posted on 10/11/2021

How a Fence Can Improve Curb Appeal

Adding a fence to your front yard can completely transform the look of your home. Regardless of what size yard you might have, fencing makes a statement as well as provides functionality. So what type of front yard fence is best for your home? Here we’ll go over some of the most popular options and how they can...

Curb Appeal

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Posted on 10/04/2021

How to Buy a Home In Another State

Long-distance moves can be a challenge. It’s even more challenging when you’re trying to buy a home that’s far away. While moving out of state can be a hassle, there are ways to make the process simpler. Here are the basic steps to buying a house in another state: Visit If Possible If you have time and means,...

Laws

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Posted on 09/27/2021

What Are Closing Costs for Buyers?

In a home sale, both the buyer and the seller have to pay what are called closing costs. These final expenses include an entire list of taxes, fees and other miscellaneous costs. While sellers usually pay some of the closing costs, buyers still need to prepare for their share of the bill. Here we’ll go over what the...

Closing Costs

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Posted on 09/20/2021

Home Improvement Hacks that Will Change Your Life

Home improvement projects do not have to be difficult, time-consuming or frustrating. In fact, when you have the right hacks at your disposal, you can often get the job done quicker — and better. Here are some home improvement hacks that will revolutionize the way you work inside and outside your home: Use Your Pliers to Support Your...

Posted on 09/13/2021

Features That Increase Your Home’s Insurance Cost

Image by designer491 from Shutterstock If you purchase a new home, you will need to purchase homeowner’s insurance. If you’ve never owned a home before, you may not realize all the factors that go into the cost of insurance. When looking for a home, it’s easy to get caught up in the house’s structural design, the marble countertops,...

Posted on 09/06/2021

Line Plants: What You Should Know About Your Home's Plans

When you look at the plans for your custom home, you might not understand what you’re seeing at first. These plans contain many symbols that can be hard to interpret without architectural knowledge. One of the most common types of symbols that appear on house plans are lines. You might notice several kinds of lines on your house...

Posted on 08/30/2021

Start Your Own Seeds With These Household Items

Sprouting seeds indoors is an excellent way to get a jump-start on your gardening projects. Whether you’re planning on growing vegetables outside or simply wish to grow your own houseplants from seeds, it’s a rewarding and incredibly low-maintenance process. There are many choices of seed-start-and-grow kits available on the market, but you can just as easily create your...

Posted on 10/01/2021

Another Property Rented - 6333 Greenhaven Dr Studio, Carlsbad, CA

Listed by Wiegand Realty - DRE# 01281359

Cozy, light and bright private guest suite with mini kitchenette, including mini refrigerator, microwave, toaster oven, hot plate, coffee maker and sink. NO stove/oven. This is private bedroom, bathroom, kitchenette area with private entrance. No direct access to main house. We are in the lovely community of Bressi Ranch, walking distance to restaurants, shopping and close to Palomar Airport. 40" Smart TV features access to Netflix, Hulu, & more. No cable. High speed WIFI. Sorry NO pets. Laundry is shared in main house and available on request. Bed linens, bath towels and dishes are provided. Parking is on the street. Back patio and BBQ...

Posted on 09/11/2021

6333 Greenhaven Dr Studio, Carlsbad, CA is now new to the market!

Listed by Wiegand Realty - DRE# 01281359

Cozy, light and bright private guest suite with mini kitchenette, including mini refrigerator, microwave, toaster oven, hot plate, coffee maker and sink. NO stove/oven. This is private bedroom, bathroom, kitchenette area with private entrance. No direct access to main house. We are in the lovely community of Bressi Ranch, walking distance to restaurants, shopping and close to Palomar Airport. 40" Smart TV features access to Netflix, Hulu, & more. No cable. High speed WIFI. Sorry NO pets. Laundry is shared in main house and available on request. Bed linens, bath towels and dishes are provided. Parking is on the street. Back patio and BBQ...