Local Resources
This directory of local, national and Internet resources will assist you in gathering valuable information about the general area, the local community, home improvement, schools, things to do and more!
You might also be interested in my NEW BLOG for fans of coastal San Diego where you can read about what people have to say about living here, and share your own thoughts and recommendations. I hope you will participate! If you are a first time buyer, my blog, First Time Buyer Central, is a must read!
| Schools | |
| California Dept. of Education - school reports, statistics, demographics.... | |
School Information - free school profiles
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| National school information - A well-done website from Standard and Poor's offering information on school districts, nationally - everything you need to know! | |
| Area Information | |
| Carlsbad area information - This site provides a wealth of information about city services, visiting the area, places of interest and related details | |
| Encinitas area information - This is the site to visit for information about the city of Encinitas, including city services, visitor and resident information, places of interest and related details. | |
| Del Mar area information - This is the site to visit for information about the city of Del Mar, including city services, visitor and resident information, places of interest and related details. | |
| Solana Beach area information - Good site for details about Solana Beach, things to do, the history, places of interest, and related details. | |
| Cardiff by the Sea community information - | |
| San Marcos community information - | |
| La Jolla area information - | |
| Oceanside community information - | |
| San Elijo Hills community information - | |
| Vista community information - Great resource on information about the Vista area - businesses, community and visitor information, local activities and things to do, and related topics. | |
Community Information - free community profiles
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| Things to Do | |
| Bazaar del Mundo shopping district - A unique shopping district in the Oldtown area of San Diego (near the intersection of the 5 and the 8) featuring folk art and other treasures from Mexico and other Latin American countries. | |
| Fishing and Boating - A comprehensive website providing information about family boating and fishing activities in your area. Find the best places to take your boat or to catch the best fish! | |
| Jeff's Fans of Coastal San Diego Blog - Here is my personal view on the many things to do in and around San Diego, which I update several times a week. | |
| Legoland - Take your kids or go yourself and become a kid again. Terrific display of all that legos can make | |
| On-line Directory of Happenings in San Diego - Comprehensive on-line resource, updated regularly of things to do in San Diego (films, theatre, stage, nightclubs, and more). Hard copy magazine too, published for FREE eveery Wednesday | |
| Quail Botanical Gardens - A fabulous collection of plants, trees and flowers in Encinitas, including a tropical rain forest. Memberships available. The facility offers a special Garden of Lights for the holidays. | |
| San Diego Chargers - This is the official website of the San Diego Chargers. Schedules, history, tickets and everything else you need or want to know. Whether you are a huge fan or not, you'll enjoy this! | |
| San Diego Padres - Are you a baseball fan?? Here is everything you need to know about our Padres! Check out the new Petco Park downtown, right near the Gaslamp District. | |
| San Diego Zoo - Here's everything you need to know about one of the world's BEST zoos! | |
| Sea World - Lots of information and photos from the famous Sea World in the Mission Bay area of San Diego. | |
| The Flower Fields - An incredible display of colorful flowers...acres and acres...open from mid-March until mid-May. Memberships are available. You won't believe your eyes! | |
| The Historic Gaslamp District - Whether you are visiting, thinking of moving here, or a resident, take some time to explore the historic gaslamp district downtown near the marina and the convention center. This site will tell you everything you need to know about entertainment, shopping, restaurants, lodging, events and parking (including some secrets). You can buy gift certificates, too, or plan your next party! | |
| Golf/Resorts | |
| San Diego Golf Courses - Great guide to area courses with review, tee times, pricing, pro shop information and more. | |
| La Costa Resort and Spa - All the information you need about this great golf course in Southern Carlsbad plus details about the spa and other resort services | |
| Four Seasons Aviara Resort - Whether you are looking for another great golf course in a beautiful setting, or want to pamper yourself in the spa, the Four Seasons offers the ultimate luxury in Southern Carlsbad near the beach | |
| Showtime golf services - More information on area courses, arranging tee times, course maps, golf specials, and tournaments | |
| Beaches and Surfing | |
| Area beach information - Need to know what beach to visit in the San Diego area? This is the site for you. | |
| Surfing Information - Become a member of this organization, details on conditions, where to surf, etc. | |
| Local Weather | |
| Local Weather - forecasts, weather patterns, radars.... | |
| Traffic | |
| Area traffic reports - Need information on traffic before you travel in San Diego County and other California cities? Check out this site for current traffic conditions and reports of accidents. | |
| Dining Out | |
| Dining Reservations On-line - Make reservations on-line and earn dining points, in San Diego and many other cities throughout the US. | |
| Open Table - Choose your restaurant, make a reservation, and earn points that you can redeem. Restaraunts in San Diego as well as major cities throughout the US and in Europe. Select the location, the time you want to dine, and the site will tell you which restaurants can accommodate you. Your reservation is confirmed on-line in seconds! | |
| San Diego restaurants - Extensive list of restaurants in the greater San Diego area, including reviews, menus, photos, chef profiles, coupons, and the ability to make reservations | |
| Zagat - A well-known resource of restaurant reviews and more, for major cities in the US and internationally. Find the restaurants that ranked highest for food, service or ambiance; search for dining establishments serving particular types of cuisine. | |
| Home Improvement | |
| Feng Shui Resource - Residential and commercial Feng Shui consulting by Kathryn Holt, an international consultant, speaker and instructor of Feng Shui. She has traveled worldwide to receive formal training from the world's leading FS experts and is proficient in many of the advanced disciplines. | |
| AllAboutHome.com - A great on-line resource for general home tips and finding the answers to your home repair questions and what they might cost. You can also locate potential contractors and names of recommended products. | |
| Angie's List - Neighborhood ratings on over 250 services for your home, auto, yard and more. Consider checking out this list before you hire anyone for your service needs! | |
| Barbecues Galore - Everything for the outdoor dining enthusiast. Check their on-line site and search the store locator for the shop near you! | |
| Green Thumb Nursery - Great nursery with numerous plants and pots for your outdoor living; many other services offered! | |
| Home Depot - If you aren't yet familiar with this amazing warehouse-type store, check it out! Absolutely everything you need for your home and garden for the do-it-yourselfer. You can also have Home Depot do the work for you, including things like kitchen and bath design and floor installation. | |
| HandyMan Online - A great on-line marketplace to find service contractors for all your remodeling and repair needs. | |
| HGTV.com - A comprehensive home improvement and home building innovation site with lots of ideas for kitchen design (use their 3-D tool to design your new space), remodeling, gardening, books and videos to buy, how-to demos, and a wealth of other information. They also have a number of real estate and home improvement TV shows that provide lots of decorating and other ideas. | |
| Home Design and Decorating - Here is a great resource for home design and decorating ideas, with more than 13,000 photos and lots of terrific ideas | |
| Motorized and Retractable Screen Systems - A variety of solutions for residential and commercial screen door needs. Beautiful, versatile, and a great warranty. | |
| San Diego Hardware - An amazing array of decorative hardware for your kitchen and bath remodel (over 7000 selections), as well as door locks (more than 1000) and hinges (2000+). A great website plus an even better showroom. | |
| Maps | |
| Google Maps - Another good map application with better functionality than mapquest. | |
Mapquest - maps, driving directions, road trip planner....
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| Utility Companies | |
| Adelphia Cable and High-Speed Internet - Learn more about cable and high-speed services in your area, see special rates and much more information to get the most from your services! | |
| San Diego Gas and Electric - Everything you need to know about gas and electric services, including getting assistance for power outages, managing your account, learning about safety issues in your home and more! | |
| Mortgage | |
| First Rate Financial Group - Call ROGER MURRAY at First Rate Financial Group (818-665-4592 or 805-559-9199 cell)for pre-approvals and a broad range of loan programs. | |
| Team Work Mortgage - Full service mortgage provider. Call GREG GOSSARD at the REMAX Associates Office at 1509 Encinitas Blvd., Encinitas (760) 944-7629 or (619) 542-2429 to get pre-approved and learn everything you need to know about the loan process. | |
Mortgage 101 - Mortgage information, interest rates, mortgage calculators, quick-and-easy pre-qualification forms, and much more.
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| Pacific Capital Mortgage - For mortgage information, rates, and getting pre-approved, contact CHRIS COMER at 760-533-5174 (cell) or at his office at (858) 847-9500, | |
| Relocation Links | |
| Carlsbad Real Estate - Yahoo! Real Estate offers a wealth of to help with every aspect of your move | |
| Jeff's BLOG on Relocation - Here is everything you need to know, and think about, when making a move to, or from, San Diego, based on my personal experience (4 major moves) as well as from helping other buyers relocate around the country. Add your own comments, too! | |
| USPS Movers Guide - Lots of help for planning and executing your move | |
| US State Departments of Education - see the list of all 50 states | |
| Official City Sites - find area info sites across the world! | |
| The Moving Coach Program from RE/MAX - A great resource from RE/MAX to assist you in your relocation, if you are working with me or another RE/MAX agent. | |
National Weather - find weather info anywhere in the US
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| Moving Center - Moving Estimates, Truck Rental, Moving Supplies and Storage | |
| Rental Housing | |
| Apartments, Sublets, and Rental Housing - This is an online community that connects people looking for apartment rentals, sublets and temporary housing with the people that have them. It is FREE to post, search and contact listings. | |
| Transportation | |
| Limousine services - They offer a wide range of limo sizes and types, no matter what the size of your party. Great way to ride to the airport, treat your employees, or take a group out for wine tasting. | |
| Identity Theft and Privacy Rights | |
| Federal Trade Commission Identity Theft Information - Here is a great on-line resource from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on identity theft - how to protect yourself, how to find out when it has occurred, and what to do about it. FInd out if you are at risk BEFORE you try to buy a home. | |
| Privacy Rights and Consumer Information - This is the website for a nonprofit consumer information and advocacy organization, including resouces of dealing with identity theft. | |
| Tax Information | |
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| How to report moving expenses - | |
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| Miscellaneous Research | |
| California Sex Offender Database - The most comprehensive resource, from the Department of Justice, of sex offenders in your local area. A new law requires sex offenders to register, and this site provides information to the public, once you have read and agreed to the disclaimer. There is also information on how to protect your family. | |
| Looking for an area doctor? - Here is a site to consider if you are looking for a new physician, in addition to checking with your health care provider. | |
