In Monterey, your mask can be fashionable and express your personality. Take a deep breath before you begin. Basic knowledge of your sewing machine is necessary for this project. For all seams always remember to backstitch at the start and finish of each seam. You will have options for securing the mask to your face with elastic or shoelaces. You will need thread, material, scissors, two 7 inch pieces of elastic or four 15 inch shoelace pieces, an iron and sewing machine. A six-inch piece of pipe cleaner is optional. If you use round elastic, you will need to tie a knot on each end to keep it in place once sewn in. The material can be anything breathable.
Decide on the fabric you want to use. Some can be quite fashionable while some others can actually be quite helpful in filtering out aerosols of the covid -19 particles. Use one layer of tightly woven cotton with 2 layers of polyester spandex material. A sheer fabric like you see on evening gowns can also be used. This combination is likely to provide performance close to the hard to find N-95 mask. You can also use silk or flannel on the inner lining as well. A good quality cotton fabric, the type used for quilting, with a polyester liner is also is great.
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Carmel or Carmel-by-the-Sea is basically the same place. This city in Monterey California was founded in 1902 and incorporated in 1916 situated on the Monterey Peninsula. This 1 mi.² village is as unique in charm as it is fun and entertaining residents. One fun fact is that unwilling to see their village become too engulfed in the city culture, Carmel's founding fathers rejected the practice of house to house mail delivery in favor of a central post office. And to this day, there are still no addresses, parking meters, street lights, or sidewalks outside of Carmel's downtown commercial area. You're likely to hear neighbors call out directions such as it's the second house on the right past the driftwood fence and so forth.
Often referred to as simply Carmel, there are still a few neighborhoods that are becoming quite popular or have fluctuated with the ebb and flow of today's society. If you're considering a move to Carmel, here are some of the top five neighborhoods for 2021.
Located just south of downtown, technically outside of the city limits, this beautiful small peninsula offers unobstructed views of Carmel Bay, the Peninsula up along the Pebble Beach and south to Point Lobos and Pine Ridge. This community features the Carmel River elementary school, a few bed and breakfasts, inns and Mara Beach Carmel. You won't find any fussy homeowner association dues or major restrictions but all these homes are already built out so if you're looking to customize a property on Carmel Point, you'll probably have to find an older home that needs a major renovation. Properties on Carmel point offer stunning views, especially...
Common Interest Developments:
Requires common interest developments (CIDs) to allow at least 25% of owners to rent or lease out their units starting January 1, 2021, regardless of whether the HOA has formally amended their governing documents.
This law:
1) Authorizes a CID to impose reasonable rental restrictions that have the effect of limiting the total number of rentals to 25% or higher of the individual dwelling units in the CID. Provides that ADUs and junior accessory dwelling units (JADUs) must not be counted toward this cap. Provides that such a cap must not change the right of an individual owner who was renting their unit out prior to the effective date of this law, to continue renting out their unit.
2) Requires CIDs to follow the requirements of this law on January 1, 2021 and requires amendments of governing documents to be completed by CIDs by December 31, 2021. Requires CIDs to comply with this law regardless of whether the governing documents have been amended.
3) Provides that a CID that violates the provisions of this law must be liable for a civil penalty of up to $1,000.
Assembly Bill 3182 is codified as Civil Code Sections 4740 and 4741, and Government Code Sections 65852.2.
Effective January 1, 2021.
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Condo, townhomes market county listing data analysis year over year, November 2020 vs. November 2019.
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November 2020 vs November 2019 Real Estate Market Data for Single Family Homes
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Local real estate market continues to surge. Neither cooler temperatures nor an ongoing pandemic could tamp down the red-hot real estate market in the five MLSListings counties during October.
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Market Info Q2 2020 National Economic Overview
Santa Cruz County Market Median Price Update
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45 homes were sold in Santa Cruz in August 2020. Median Sale Price showed a 1% increase from $1,140,750 in July 2020 to $1,150,000 in August 2020. On average, sellers in Santa Cruz received 101% of their asking price in August 2020.
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Q2 2020 National Economic Overview After a strong start to the year, the US economy was put into a coma in mid-March to prevent the novel coronavirus from potentially killing millions. Were it not for the massively stimulative policies emanating from Washington, DC, another Great Depression would have been a distinct possibility. Fortunately, the worst was avoided and the shortest recession in US history probably ended in April, if not May. As for the recovery, it is likely to be check mark shaped, meaning a steep decline followed by a slow steady recovery, such by late 2022, GDP has recovered to where it was before the onset of the pandemic. That said, there is the possibility of a dreaded W-shape recovery if the virus forcefully returns in fall 2020. As for unemployment, it will probably end the year above 10%, but well down from its peak of almost 20% in April. Regarding the November elections, markets are beginning to realize that presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden’s chances of unseating President Trump are currently well above 50%.
In the housing market, through mid-March sales were very strong but then began to quickly weaken and bottomed out in early April, with Y-o-Y sales activity down about 30%. Since the end of nationwide lockdowns, sales have staged a furious recovery, with first time mortgage applications having not only made up all lost ground but up Y-o-Y over 20%. There are several reasons for the strong recovery,...
June 2020 vs. May 2020 Market Data for Single Family Homes. Closed sales were up across the board when compared to May 2020.
June 2020 vs. June 2019 Market Data for Single Family Homes
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June 2020, Santa Cruz single-family homes rose (by 16%) compared to year 2019. The average prices for the rest of the counties rose as well.
Monterey Homes for Sale Market Report June 2020
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Carmel Homes for Sale Market Report June 2020
19 homes were sold in Carmel in June 2020, which is 280% up from 5 sales the month before.
More Market Homes Data in Santa Cruz
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In Santa Cruz County, the median Residential Common Interest home cost $616,500 and sold in 19 days for 98% of the list price based on 26 sales in May 2020.
• Inventory was up 14% from April and up 20% from May 2019 with 130 homes available, compared to 108 homes last year.
• Average days on market (DOM) increased by 22 days from 26 to 48 days or 85%; median DOM went up by 8 days from the month before.
• Number of new listings for the month of May increased 61% over April and is up by 8% from May of last year.
• Closed sales increased 8% from April from 24 to 26, but was down -35% from May 2019.
In Monterey County, the median Residential Common Interest home cost $476,000 and sold in 37 days for 98% of the list price based on 12 sales in May 2020. Read More
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May 2020 vs May 2019 Real Estate Market Data for Single Family Homes
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Real Estate Market Data Pricing for Single Family Homes from April 2020 to May 2020.
In Monterey County, the median Single Family home cost $650,000 and sold in 18 days for 98% of the list price based on 90 sales in May 2020.
• Inventory rose 12% from April, but down -18% from May 2019 with 697 homes available, compared to 845 homes last year.
• The market slowed down - Average days on market (DOM) rose 12 days from 42 to 54 or 29%; median DOM increased by 7 days from the month before.
• Number of new listings for the month of May increased 64% over April and down -18% from May of last year.
• Closed sales dropped -32% from April from 132 to 90 and down -63% from May 2019.
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Feb.-March 2020 Market Data
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Pricing showed gains in May 2020 amidst the negative effects of the pandemic. Monterey, one of the three counties that showed gains has 2% year-over-year increase in median price.
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The single most reliable source for an estimated market value for your home is a Realtor. Contact me for a detailed evaluation of your property.
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Interesting snapshot of local Real Estate inventory. The table represents aggregated values based on MLS data for the month of August, 2018.
Our job is to make sure you have all the information you need at the time you need it. Feel free to contact our team any time or Gregg at cell# 831-818-7524.
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Monterey County Median Price Trends 2002-2017 (by quarter)
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When shopping for a new home, aside from price, one of the biggest decisions involves choosing the type. If you’re considering a Santa Cruz condominium or townhome, here is what you need to know to help you decide if either will be a proper fit.
Definition of a Condo
A condominium, commonly referred to as a condo, is similar to an apartment, though constructed differently: It is one unit in a building that has many co-owners. The difference is that you own a condo but rent an apartment. However, a Santa Cruz condominium is normally situated on a single level and that can range from ground floor to multi-stories high with lovely views. Some oceanview condominiums are highly desired.
Condo Advantages
One of the biggest advantages of moving into a Santa Cruz condo is that you won’t have to worry about any exterior maintenance repairs or maintenance issues because they will be handled by the ( HOA ) home owners association. Depending on the condo, you can also have some of the utility bills included in the fee. That’s because the association often covers part of them. Dependingon location, many amenities such as fitness centers, pools, tennis courts, and security services are considerations...
Although the idea of preparing a will may seem tedious or difficult, taking care of this matter quickly and correctly is immensely important. This is the case for several reasons, including the fact that will preparation can ensure economic vitality and peace of mind for your loved ones. In recognizing these realities, it's important to know which steps you should take for the purpose of preparing an orderly, accurate will. The outline found below will help you realize this objective. Note that the outline contains the primary ideas you'll want to consider as you prepare your will. Nevertheless, you'll need to consult with an attorney to draft your will and trust.
Preparing Your Will: Simple Strategies For Success
There are several important, inalienable components of the will preparation process. Here are some of them:
1. Select Your Beneficiaries.
One of the first steps to preparing your will is selecting your beneficiaries. After your death, someone will inherit your money, property, and any other goods deemed economically valuable or personally significant. Unless you have a complicated family structure, you might not have to spend a great deal of time thinking about who your beneficiaries will be. Nevertheless, it's still a good idea to write this information on paper so everything is clear in your mind. Note that your forms will contain...
If you are planning to buy a home in Carmel, CA, you will want to make sure that any property you wish to invest in is thoroughly inspected. A home inspection can be conducted to check for structural damage and other factors that might influence your decision to purchase. Whether you choose to perform the inspection yourself or hire a professional home inspector, here are a few of the main things that should be inspected when checking out a property.
Roof Quality
The roof should be carefully inspected to look for things like missing tiles or cracks that might allow water to leak into the home. If the roof is severely damaged or outdated, you may need to invest a considerable amount of money in repairs if you wish to purchase that particular property.
Pest Damage
Pests can cause extensive damage to homes, and sometimes this damage is not easily seen right away unless the property is thoroughly inspected. Rats, mice, squirrels and other rodents can chew through wires and cause major damage to the electrical system. Termites can eat away at the wood and cause significant structural damage. A home inspection will also help to identify the presence of bed bugs, wasps and other potentially hazardous creatures.
Plumbing
The state of the pipes, fixtures and other plumbing system components can greatly affect the overall quality of the home. You will want to make sure that every part of the plumbing system is up to standard and that there are no cracks or other signs of damage that could lead to major problems. You...
