[o98eclipse]

Anybody have any recommendations on a shop that can paint calipers? I've reached out to two shops, and neither have gotten back to me... Looks like they don't want my business.

[QuikSilvr]

Originally Posted by MrClean514

For anyone interested, I'm hosting a mini-meetup/cruise this Sunday. Meeting around 9:30am at the parking garage for Ralph's in PB on Grand. Grab some coffee/donuts/whatever and shoot the shit a little bit. Leaving at 10am to head north on the 5 to Encinitas and then cruise back down on the 101.

I will try to be there, assuming I am not to dead haha. Was thinking about going to the Barona races tomorrow but then I might be to tired to stay up on Sunday (work graveyards ) I find this to be more interesting, so I should hopefully see you and everyone else there.

[lukasbmw]

Originally Posted by MrClean514

For anyone interested, I'm hosting a mini-meetup/cruise this Sunday. Meeting around 9:30am at the parking garage for Ralph's in PB on Grand. Grab some coffee/donuts/whatever and shoot the shit a little bit. Leaving at 10am to head north on the 5 to Encinitas and then cruise back down on the 101.

I'll show up at 9:30 to meet everyone, but I doubt I'll go on the cruise as I just have too much to conquer this weekend. Looking forward to finally meeting some of you guys.

[lukasbmw]

Originally Posted by Eagle1oh7

I'm hoping my bank can loan me up to 450k for a home loan and I am searching on ZipRealty, but definitely looking for a nice area with a house built in the last 20 years. Obviously I want something nice lol, I have two small children and drive a BMW!

$450k is a tough area to buy in because the market is so hot. I really think it will cool down a bit with interest rates rising, but then again...who knows.

If you can settle for an attached town-home style place, you might be able to get into a 3 bed 2 bath attached 2-3 story townhouse with a 2 car garage in a newer area like Mission Valley.

If you are set on a detached home, then you are going to be looking at older homes more inland.

<--- Real Estate Agent and Investor (shameless plug)

[Eagle1oh7]

Originally Posted by lukasbmw

$450k is a tough area to buy in because the market is so hot. I really think it will cool down a bit with interest rates rising, but then again...who knows.

If you can settle for an attached town-home style place, you might be able to get into a 3 bed 2 bath attached 2-3 story townhouse with a 2 car garage in a newer area like Mission Valley.

If you are set on a detached home, then you are going to be looking at older homes more inland.

<--- Real Estate Agent and Investor (shameless plug)

I found some nice, single-family houses already well within the range, but I won't know until I head down in October to house hunt. Do you work with Active Duty and Vets?

[SDe92nIT]

Originally Posted by MrClean514

For anyone interested, I'm hosting a mini-meetup/cruise this Sunday. Meeting around 9:30am at the parking garage for Ralph's in PB on Grand. Grab some coffee/donuts/whatever and shoot the shit a little bit. Leaving at 10am to head north on the 5 to Encinitas and then cruise back down on the 101.

I'll try and make it out from Oceanside

[SDPRT]

New to the forum. Coming from M3Post.

[GSEN820]

where is everyone??????

[GSEN820]

hit up the guys at 2M they can do it......There is also this paint that you can do on your own.....I can get you the name......Pretty good stuff you paint on, allow 24 hour to dry apply clear....Looks really good about $70

[QuikSilvr]

Dumb question/idea but just seeing if anyone is headed up north toward Sacramento from Downtown SD say after 330pm tomorrow?

[lukasbmw]

Originally Posted by Eagle1oh7

I found some nice, single-family houses already well within the range, but I won't know until I head down in October to house hunt. Do you work with Active Duty and Vets?

Of course!

October might be perfect timing. I think we will know by then if higher interest rates are cooling the market (and risk taking it down), or if the market will level out. I don't expect the frenzy we have been seeing to continue unless the FED drops rates again.

[QuikSilvr]

Originally Posted by lukasbmw

Of course!

October might be perfect timing. I think we will know by then if higher interest rates are cooling the market (and risk taking it down), or if the market will level out. I don't expect the frenzy we have been seeing to continue unless the FED drops rates again.

Not to but in, but my GF and I are looking at getting into a house within the next 6 to 8 months. I work in Downtown SD off of Columbia St and the closer we can get to that the better, but does not have to be in downtown, I am also a US Navy Vet, if that makes any difference.

[lukasbmw]

Originally Posted by QuikSilvr

Not to but in, but my GF and I are looking at getting into a house within the next 6 to 8 months. I work in Downtown SD off of Columbia St and the closer we can get to that the better, but does not have to be in downtown, I am also a US Navy Vet, if that makes any difference.

Sure! VA loans are a big advantage because you basically have to put nothing down.

I'm happy to help. If you work downtown, I think you are on the right track on wanting to stay close to work since traffic can suck. Shoot me a PM with more specific questions and I can start looking at options for you.

-Eric

[khaye1]

Ooh, do we have a real estate pro in here now? Help me sell my upside down condo and get me into a house...I haven't used my VA loan so I can benefit from that!

[Collanrf]

Originally Posted by khaye1

Ooh, do we have a real estate pro in here now? Help me sell my upside down condo and get me into a house...I haven't used my VA loan so I can benefit from that!

Same here!

[lukasbmw]

Originally Posted by khaye1

Ooh, do we have a real estate pro in here now? Help me sell my upside down condo and get me into a house...I haven't used my VA loan so I can benefit from that!

I got my start doing short sales (2007) so that's my specialty. I stopped counting at 170. LOL.

I've got a couple lenders that will loan on a house with NO waiting period after a short sale, but they are conventional. I'll have to see if VA has a waiting period after a short sale completion. I know FHA just revised their policy and will now lend 12 months after a short sale.

[khaye1]

Originally Posted by lukasbmw

I got my start doing short sales (2007) so that's my specialty. I stopped counting at 170. LOL.

I've got a couple lenders that will loan on a house with NO waiting period after a short sale, but they are conventional. I'll have to see if VA has a waiting period after a short sale completion. I know FHA just revised their policy and will now lend 12 months after a short sale.

the value on the condo is not as bad as a year ago...should be getting close to what I paid for it now. If the "recovery" stays steady, I'll be even within the next 6 months.

[lukasbmw]

Originally Posted by khaye1

the value on the condo is not as bad as a year ago...should be getting close to what I paid for it now. If the "recovery" stays steady, I'll be even within the next 6 months.

That makes it easier. But truthfully, you have to have your condo appreciate just a bit to sell it and break even once you consider selling expenses. If you owe $400k and it's worth $400k, you gotta consider 6-8% selling costs.

Even if you list is FSBO, unless you get super lucky and find a buyer yourself, a buyers real estate agent is going to want at least 3% commission and whatever selling expenses/closing costs/title costs you agree to cover.

The real estate world is kind of like ebay. It sucks to give up 6-8% (or 10% in eBay's case), but it's almost a must if you can't sell it locally on craigslist, especially if your item gets bid up (car part analogy) .

[taylors335]

Originally Posted by SDPRT

New to the forum. Coming from M3Post.

what up !

[lukasbmw]

When is the next meet? Perhaps not just E9x specific, but all San Diego bimmer guys.

[DesertSmokeBBQ]

Originally Posted by lukasbmw

When is the next meet? Perhaps not just E9x specific, but all San Diego bimmer guys.

I'm down

[jbnery6465]

Searched the thread but couldn't find any info. Anyone know of any reputable mechanic shops anywhere in between North County (Esco/San Marcos) and La Jolla? Thanks.