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(all data current as of 2/23/2012)

1. $869,900 : 7880 Vista Higuera, Carlsbad
   
   5 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths

   Home size: 3,950 sq ft

   Year built: 2002

   Days on market: 24

   Walk Score®: 51
2. $1,190,000 : 2190 Chestnut Ave, Carlsbad
   
   4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

   Home size: 3,454 sq ft

   Year built: 1954

   Parking spots: 10

   Days on market: 3

   Walk Score®: 26
3. $799,000 : 1767 Blackbird Cir, Carlsbad
   
   4 beds, 3 full baths

   Home size: 2,510 sq ft

   Lot size: 6,200 sq ft

   Year built: 1996

   Days on market: 3

   Walk Score®: 62
4. $899,900 : 7249 Sanderling Ct, Carlsbad
   
   3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

   Home size: 3,230 sq ft

   Year built: 1999

   Days on market: 63

   Walk Score®: 49
5. $800,000 : 6844 Citrine Dr, Carlsbad
   
   4 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths

   Home size: 4,342 sq ft

   Lot size: 19,039 sq ft

   Year built: 2005

   Days on market: 13

   Walk Score®: 31
6. $865,000 : 6257 Alverton Dr, Carlsbad
   
   4 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths

   Home size: 4,608 sq ft

   Year built: 2005

   Parking spots: 5

   Days on market: 15

   Walk Score®: 49
7. $1,195,000 : 7385 Elegans Pl, Carlsbad
   
   4 beds, 4 full baths

   Home size: 3,456 sq ft

   Year built: 1998

   Days on market: 53

   Walk Score®: 17
8. $899,900 : 8065 Sitio Toledo, Carlsbad
   
   4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

   Home size: 3,377 sq ft

   Year built: 2003

   Days on market: 7

   Walk Score®: 34
9. $879,000 : 6824 Citrine Dr, Carlsbad
   
   4 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths

   Home size: 4,342 sq ft

   Year built: 2006

   Parking spots: 5

   Days on market: 17

   Walk Score®: 26
10. $955,000 : 8048 Avenida Secreto, Carlsbad
    
    4 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths

    Home size: 3,881 sq ft

    Year built: 2003

    Days on market: 51

    Walk Score®: 29

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Builder confidence in the market for newly built, single-family homes edged up 2 points to 21 on the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) for December.  This marks the third consecutive month in which builder confidence has improved, and brings the index to its highest point since May 2010.

“While builder confidence remains low, the consistent gains registered over the past several months are an indication that pockets of recovery are slowly starting to emerge in scattered housing markets,” said NAHB Chairman Bob Nielsen, a home builder from Reno, Nev. “However, the difficulties that both builders and buyers continue to experience in accessing credit for new homes are holding back potential sales, even in areas where economic conditions are improving.”

“This latest boost in builder confidence is a good sign that some pockets of recovery are starting to emerge across the country as extremely favorable interest rates and prices catch consumers’ attention,” says NAHB Chief Economist David Crowe. “However, it’s worth noting that while some builders have shifted their assessment of market conditions from ‘poor’ to ‘fair,’ relatively few have shifted their assessments from ‘fair’ to ‘good.’ One reason is that builders are facing downward pricing pressures from foreclosed homes at the same time that building materials costs are rising, and this is further squeezing already tight margins.”

Derived from a monthly survey that NAHB has been conducting for more than 20 years, the NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index gauges builder perceptions of current single-family home sales and sales expectations for the next six months as “good,” “fair” or “poor.” The survey also asks builders to rate traffic of prospective buyers as “high to very high,” “average” or “low to very low.” Scores from each component are then used to calculate a seasonally adjusted index where any number over 50 indicates that more builders view conditions as good than poor.

Each of the HMI’s three component indexes recorded substantial gains in October, November and December. The component gauging current sales conditions rose two points in the latest month to 22, the component gauging sales expectations in the next six months rose to 26, and the component gauging traffic of prospective buyers rose three points to 18, its highest level since May 2008.

Call Barrie or AnneMarie today at  (619) 992-5182  to discuss market conditions specific to your home and neighborhood!

At our newest luxury listing in San Marcos Farms, we recently held a cooking demo at the Exclusive “Unveiling” of our first open house event!

In the newly-remodeled and amazing kitchen, a private chef was hired to prepare a delicious meal of herb-roasted chicken, roasted pork loin, honey-glazed carrots, movie theater brussel sprouts, white rice with saffron, vegetable soup and holiday sugar cookies.  Guests enjoyed a tasty meal while they toured the fabulous home, highlighting the entertainer’s DREAM KITCHEN!

And this isn’t the first creative marketing event we’ve done – we’ve also offered a free golf and putting clinic at a luxury home with a putting green, and we sponsor annual neighborhood holiday parties, too!

“Every home has it’s own story to tell to buyers; we identify that story early, when we list the property, then all our marketing is custom-built around it!” according to AnneMarie, 30 year real estate veteran and Crake Team Marketing Director.

And on January 21st, we’re offering a Living Trust seminar in our office for our valued clients and all other interested guests – email or text AnneMarie now at (619) 992-5182 to reserve your spot! And feel free to bring a friend!

Come be the first to see this functional yet luxurious San Marcos Farms property!  In the beautifully appointed kitchen, a private chef will prepare a fabulous menu of Herb Roasted Chicken, Roasted Pork Loin, Honey-Glazed Carrots, White Rice with Saffron, Vegetable Soup, and Holiday Sugar Cookies, while you tour this fantastic home.

Start your new year with peace and tranquility! Indulge yourself in this custom, SINGLE LEVEL plus downstairs apartment, newly remodeled, home on elevated, cul-de-sac lot with VIEWS in private San Marcos Farms! 1 acre+ usable lot!  No Mello Roos or HOA!

• 4 Bedrooms, 4 baths
• 4,200 Sq. Ft.
• Separate apartment
• 1.5 Acres
• $749,000 – $799,000

Newly remodeled, this home is the entertainer’s delight with an OPEN,  dream kitchen which features Knotty Alder  cabinets with pull-outs and self closing glides, Granite counters and island with beveled edges, double oven, convection oven, cook top on island,  Kitchen Aid SS appliances, LED accent lighting and recessed lighting.  Travertine flooring with Versailles pattern.  Gorgeous real wood, hand scraped Hickory in foyer, dining, living rooms and hallways.

Family room with stone fireplace and large, (25’ x 15’) covered viewing deck to enjoy southwesterly mountain and sunset views and breezes.

Main level includes luxurious Master Suite (24 x 17) with views of Sunshine Mountain,  cozy stone fireplace, vanity, Bay window.  Master Bathroom “Spa” features over –sized Water Tech Jacuzzi tub, Walk-in, full Travertine shower with Dual Shower heads and body sprays by Moen, dual sinks and granite countertops.  Extensive storage including linen space with pull-outs. And walk in cedar lined closet.

Secondary bedrooms boast full bathrooms, walk-in closets with organizers and bay windows.  Downstairs apartment has a bedroom and full bath, Downstairs apartment has bedroom & full bath, including step-in shower, plus free-standing wood stove & slider to outside patio – perfect for grandparents, older kids.  Huge laundry/utility mud room features garage access. New Stainmaster carpet in all bedrooms and family room,  whole house vacume, intercom and security system, new Hunter ceiling fans in all rooms.

Land is 1.5 acres per Realist and is sewer connected. Build a detached guest house/Casita, pool, tennis court, build a horse arena (horses are permitted). Confirm your vision with City of San Marcos.

Huge canary palms, plus bouganvilla and citrus trees, and plenty of room to garden (terraced gardens include roses).  Enjoy walking, biking and equestrian trails around the scenic Twin Oaks Valley; home to vineyards, soccer, equestrian and historical parks and fine homes with land.   Buyer and Buyer’s agent must verify and satisfy themselves regarding all MLS information including but not limited to square footage, school and tax information prior to removal of contingencies.

If you can’t make it to the Open House, call AnneMarie anytime at (619)992-5182 for your private showing.

We would be so grateful if you could take another moment to click on this link for the North County Times “Top Agent” award and vote for us!  The  award recognizes high professional standards and exemplary service, and we could win free advertising for 2012!

As always, your referrals of family, friends and co-workers are the biggest compliment we can receive.  Thank you again for your time. We want you to know we are always here to serve your real estate needs!

Please vote for us at www.nctimes.com/topagent2011 before December 18th, 2011!

• #1 Agents for Real Living Lifestyles – Carlsbad Forum Office #1 Top Producing Agents for 2011
• 60 years combined experience
• Broker Associate, Realtors, MBA in Real Estate and Finance
• Mature Market & Probate Certified
• Short Sale & Relocation Certified

Thank you!

Real Living Lifestyles Real Estate announced that Barrie & AnneMarie Crake are #1 in total sales volume/greatest  number of transactions/listings and sales in the Carlsbad/La Costa Real Living Lifestyles office and in the city of San Marcos (92069) for the past 12 months, according to Broker Metrics statistics.

According to Eileen Schwartz, director of education and training, “Barrie and AnneMarie provide a powerful real estate advisory service for buyers and sellers.  With more than 30 years in the real estate industry, and through many challenging markets, they competently and diligently guide and assist their clients toward the successful achievement of their goals.”

“Barrie and AnneMarie are phenomenal people whose success is due to how hard they work and how much they care about the lives they touch,”
said Brian Gooding, Manager.

Barrie and AnneMarie hold numerous designations including Broker Associate, MBA, Realtors, Short Sale Certified, and Mature Market and
Probate Certified.

The Crakes are also proud supporters of numerous charitable organizations throughout the communities they serve:  San Marcos, Carlsbad, La Costa, Encinitas, Del Mar, Solana Beach, as well as Rancho Santa Fe and La Jolla.  They can be reached at (760)510-1554 or online at www.CrakeTeam.com.

On December 6, 2011, Brookfield announced their acquisition of Prudential Real Estate and Relocation Services.  The story is being featured on news sites like Inman News, RIS Media and Business Week.

There are also many media outlets and real estate networks that are sharing this incredible news with their local communities.  With more than 80,000 real estate professionals now associated with Brookfield Residential Property Services, there is a lot of information being distributed through a variety of sources.

To be sure that the most accurate information is readily available, Brookfield released the following answers to the most asked questions.

Why is Brookfield buying Prudential Real Estate and Relocation Services?

Brookfield is a strong global company that is focused on and deeply immersed in the real estate brokerage and relocation services sectors, is in the business for the long-term, and is looking for continued domestic and international growth.  High-quality real estate and relocation systems of this size and scale rarely become available, and we are delighted to be able to capitalize on this opportunity.

The addition of Prudential Real Estate and Relocation Services to Brookfield’s real estate businesses establishes Brookfield as the #3 player in the North American residential real estate brokerage market with almost 80,000 real estate agents, 2,800 real estate brokerage locations, and more than $150 billion in annual residential real estate transactions. The combination of the Prudential Relocation Services and Brookfield Global Relocation Services businesses creates the clear #2 player in global relocation, managing close to 85,000 relocations per year, in and out of over 125 countries around the world.

Brookfield and Prudential are a great fit, sharing a passion for the business and a strong commitment to exceptional customer service, and combined will be part of a bigger, stronger organization. And as part of our strategy, we’re committed to making long-term investments in platforms that we have a history of operating successfully.

Who is Brookfield?

Brookfield is a leading global provider of real estate and relocation services, analytics and knowledge. It is a division of Brookfield Asset Management Inc., a NYSE-listed global asset manager with approximately $150 billion of assets under management.

With this acquisition, the company’s portfolio consists of leading brands, including Brookfield Global Relocation Services, the second largest provider of global relocation services, Prudential Real Estate and Relocation Services, including Pricoa Relocation, Brookfield Real Estate Services Inc., Royal LePage, Real Living, Via Capitale and Centract. Through its real estate brands, it has nearly 80,000 real estate professionals in more than 2,800 locations, who
transact over $150 billion annually. Its global footprint spans North America, the United Kingdom, France, China, Singapore, India, Brazil and Australia, and
includes more than 2,500 employees worldwide.

 Who will lead the combined company?

Graham Badun, CEO of Brookfield Residential Property Services, will be responsible for the combined entity. Earl Lee will continue to lead the U.S. real estate
businesses, and Rick Schwartz, President, Brookfield Global Relocation Services, will assume responsibility for the combined global relocation
services business. Phil Soper, will continue to lead Brookfield’s Canadian residential real estate operations.

Will Harley E. Rouda, Jr. continue to lead Real Living?

Yes.

Additional Talking Points:

• Brookfield Residential Property Services, a Brookfield Asset Management Inc. affiliate, announced on December 6, 2011 that it has
  purchased Prudential Real Estate and Relocation Services, which operates as Pricoa Relocation in Asia and Europe, from Prudential Financial, Inc.
• Brookfield is a leading global provider of residential real estate franchising and employee relocation services, technology and knowledge; It provides a full suite of residential, relocation and  analytic services designed to meet the unique real estate needs of clients across the globe;
• They are residential real estate franchising and employee relocation services experts, part of Brookfield Asset Management Inc., a NYSE listed asset manager with approximately $150 billion of assets under management, meticulously put together during a 100-year history.
• This announcement does not introduce any immediate changes to the tools and business processes that impact how our franchisees, agents and their clients interact with us – it is business as usual.
• The expanded scale of our combined businesses will ensure that we remain at the forefront of the industry and positioned to
  provide the leading-edge tools and technologies our clients need.  We are committed to making this transition as seamless as possible for our clients, and will continue to deliver the exceptional customer service you
  have come to expect.
• Prudential Real Estate and Brookfield Real Estate affiliates and agents will continue to operate as separate networks. This transaction demonstrates Brookfield’s belief in the US residential real estate business by investing in the Prudential network when others are retreating.
• This transaction will combine Prudential Financial, Inc.’s real estate and relocation services companies with our businesses, to create a new global industry powerhouse, positioned to grow and lead the market. We believe it is an exciting development for our franchise networks. The expanded scale of our combined businesses will ensure that we remain at the forefront of the industry and positioned to provide the leading-edge tools and technologies to our franchisees so as to enhance and continue to grow their businesses.
• The addition of Prudential to Brookfield’s real estate businesses will establish Brookfield as the #3 player in the North
  American residential real estate
  brokerage market with almost 80,000 real estate agents and 2,800 locations; (ranking is based on the 2010 Real Trends Top 500, published in
  May, 2011)
• Brookfield’s real estate business now transacts over $150 billion annually (2010 transaction dollar volume).

Brookfield Residential PropertyServices, the parent company of the Real Living Real Estate network, has just announced the acquisition of Prudential Real Estate and Relocation Services.  This is a tremendous development for Brookfield and Real Living.  Our growing company is now the #3 player in the North American residential real estate brokerage market with almost 80,000 real estate agents and 2,800 locations.
“Brookfield Residential Property Services also owns and operates the world’s second largest global relocation services company, Brookfield Global Relocation Services,” said SteveRodgers, Owner and President of Real Living Lifestyles.  “And, Real Living Real Estate was just recognized as the fastest growing real estate brand in the nation.”

RLL owners Steve Rodgers, Mark Loscher and Jim Brown with Real Living President Harley Rouda

Rodgers and owners Mark Loscher and Jim Browne have eight real estate offices throughout San Diego, providing residential real estate solutions and more than a dozen integrated real estate services.  They are excited to be a part of the Brookfield network and believe this latest acquisition will help strengthen their business.

“Our goal is to provide agents, clients and the community with a seamless real estate experience,” said Rodgers.  “Purchasing a leading employee relocation and real estate franchising company gives us the resources to create more opportunities and more close transactions.  It validates that we are on the right and
strongest real estate train to serve our clients.”

Read the Full Press Release Below

BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY SERVICES ANNOUNCES ACQUISITION OF PRUDENTIAL REAL ESTATE AND RELOCATION
SERVICES

(Chicago, IL) December 6, 2011 – Today Brookfield Residential Property Services  (“Brookfield”), a Brookfield Asset Management Inc. affiliate, announced that it  has purchased Prudential Real Estate and Relocation Services (“PRERS”), a  recognized leader in employee relocation and real estate franchising from  Prudential Financial, Inc.  Prudential Relocation Services operates as  Pricoa Relocation in Asia and Europe.

The addition of PRERS to  Brookfield’s existing residential real estate franchising and employee  relocation services businesses establishes Brookfield as the world’s second  largest employee relocation services provider and the third largest residential  real estate franchising business.

Under a licensing agreement, Prudential Real Estate brokerage affiliates will  be able to continue to use the Prudential brand based on the terms of their
franchise agreements. “This transaction creates a global  employee relocation services and real estate franchising leader,” explained  Graham Badun, CEO, Brookfield Residential Property Services. “We have now  increased the breadth and depth of our service offering, keeping pace with the
evolving needs of our clients around the world.”

A North American & Global Leader

Through its various brands,  Brookfield’s residential real estate franchisees are now present in all 50 U.S.  states, 10 Canadian provinces, Mexico and Portugal, with a network of  approximately 80,000 real estate agents, 2,800 real estate brokerage locations and more than $150 billion in annual residential real estate transactions.

U.S.-based Brookfield Global  Relocation Services moves nearly 85,000 families in and out of over 125  countries around the world each year. With the acquisition, more than one-third of Fortune 100 companies are its clients.  In addition, Brookfield is now the largest provider of relocation services to government, with long term relationships with the U.S. and Canadian governments.

The acquisition greatly strengthens Brookfield’s existing U.S. business and results in the expansion of its operations in nine countries, with a rapidly growing presence in China, Brazil and India.

“Today, Prudential’s real estate and relocation services businesses join a global company with a track record of over 100 years of success,” said Earl Lee, President of Prudential Real Estate and Relocation Services. “We’re excited to become part of a company that is focused on and deeply immersed in the real estate sector and is in the business for the long-term.”

Earl Lee will continue to lead the U.S. real estate business, and Rick Schwartz, President, Brookfield Global Relocation Services, will assume responsibility for the combined global relocation services business.

Brookfield’s parent company, Brookfield Asset Management, is a global asset manager with approximately $150 billion in assets under management.  Brookfield is co-listed on the New York and Toronto Stock Exchanges under the symbol BAM and on NYSE Euronext under the symbol BAMA.

About Brookfield Residential Property Services

Brookfield Residential Property Services is a leading global provider of real estate and relocation services, analytics and knowledge.  The company’s portfolio consists of leading brands, including Brookfield Global Relocation Services, the second largest provider of global relocation services, Prudential Real Estate and Relocation Services, Brookfield Real Estate Services, Royal LePage, Real Living, Via Capitale and Centract.  Through its real estate brands, it has nearly
80,000 real estate professionals in more than 2,800 locations, who transact over $150 billion annually.  Its global footprint spans North America, the
United Kingdom, France, China, Singapore, India, Brazil and Australia, and includes more than 2,500 employees worldwide.  It is a division of Brookfield Asset Management, a global asset manager with approximately $150 billion of assets under management.

About Real Living Lifestyles

Real Living Lifestyles is one of the largest residential real estate brokerages in San Diego County. With eight offices, nearly 400 agents and more than a dozen affiliated services, we are using our incredible momentum to better serve the community.  Led by President and Partner Steve Rodgers, Real Living Lifestyles offers clients a suite of INTEGRATED REAL ESTATE SERVICES.  Our sales associates are supported by an expert staff of professionals who specialize in a variety of fields, including: real estate marketing, home financing, contracts & negotiations, home insurance, and new construction. Through our collaborative
business model, clients enjoy smoother transactions and better communication.

1. Types of homes. Choose the type of home that is the most appealing yet practical for you. In addition to single family homes, there are multifamily homes, condominiums and co-ops. Multi-family homes are often good for first time home buying because they can have rental income to help with their mortgage.

2. Budget and investment considerations. Find a balance between your needs, wants and budget. Decide whether you should buy a newly constructed home, a bit older home or a “fixer-upper”. If you may sell your home in the future, the following are best for re-sell value:

• Homes with 3 or more bedrooms; condos with 2 or more
• Homes with “curb appeal” always sell best
• Homes that are NOT unusual or unique and not the most expensive on the block

3. While house-hunting you will probably look at many homes for sale, so keep careful and complete notes and compare.

4. When you finally find your dream home, don’t hesitate! If you snooze, you may lose!

1. Decorate your home festively, but don’t go overboard and cover up important features. Also, put treats out for buyers and crank up the heat for a cozy winter escape.
2. Post top-quality photos and videos of your house on the web. Many buyers do their shopping from the warmth of their homes when the weather is bitter.
3. Make sure your curb appeal is striking! Keep fallen leaves raked and snow neatly groomed.
4. Get yourself a reliable real estate agent and seek out serious buyers such as work re-locators.
5. As always, price to sell!!