North County and San Diego Housing Markets November 2024

North County and San Diego Housing Markets November 2024 by Pam Fraser.  Chart of home sales statistics for North San Diego County.

The year-over median price of homes in the North County and San Diego housing markets increased by over 5 percent in October. Now that the election is over, will it affect home prices and mortgage rates? Not necessarily. This is because most housing decisions are made on the local and state level rather than the federal level, broader economic factors drive housing prices and mortgage rates, plus change is slow. Due to all of these factors, experts aren’t predicting much change in the short term, and say housing prices will most likely continue to rise.

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Multigenerational Home Buying: How to Find a Home That Fits Your Whole Family

Multigenerational Home Buying: How to Find a Home That Fits Your Whole Family, Pam Fraser. Picture of a multigenerational family goofing around on a sofa.

For many homebuyers, multigenerational living used to be considered an option of last resort. It was a route families took only when they needed to ride out a financial storm or care for ailing family members. But that mindset is on the decline. A growing number of families now are purchasing multigenerational homes and moving in together by choice.

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San Diego Gardens November 2024

San Diego Gardens November 2024 by Pam Fraser. Picture of red poppies in bloom.
Poppies

It’s still a great time to plant almost everything in your San Diego garden. November is also a good time to add or renew mulch before the winter rains start.

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North County and San Diego Events November 2024

North County and San Diego Events November 2024 Pam Fraser. Picture of a holiday table with pumpkins, squash, fall leaves, candles and wine classes

North County and San Diego Events for November

North County and San Diego events in November remind us why living in San Diego is so great! November starts with a Dia de los Muertos festival, and brings many other fun events including Fleet Week, Beer Week, the Carlsbad Village Faire and racing at Del Mar. Plus, there are several Veterans Day celebrations and turkey trots along with a fun hike and bike ride.

We end the month with seasonal celebrations including a hayride, Christmas tree lighting and a holiday street fair. Keep reading for more great San Diego and North County events!

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North County and San Diego Housing Markets October 2024

North County and San Diego Housing Markets October 2024 by Pam Fraser.  Chart of home sales statistics for North San Diego County.

The year-over median price of homes increased last month in both the North County and San Diego housing markets after decreasing slightly in August. This may be due to September’s lower mortgage rates that came in anticipation of the Fed’s rate cut.

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Home Staging: 7 Proven Steps to Attract Buyers and Boost Offers

Home Staging: 7 Proven Steps to Attract Buyers and Boost Offers Pam Fraser. Picture of a kitchen in a home that's been staged.

Selling your home quickly and at the right price takes more than just listing it online. To draw in potential buyers and secure top offers, your home needs to stand out. That’s where home staging comes in. By strategically preparing your home through redecorating, repairing, and making it look its best, you can make a lasting impression and significantly increase its appeal.

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San Diego Gardens October 2024

San Diego Gardens October 2024 by Pam Fraser. Picture of salvia, lilies, monkey flowers and society garlic blooming.
Salvia, lilies, monkey flowers and society garlic in my garden.

As long as the weather has cooled, this is the best month to plant almost everything in your San Diego garden. It’s also a good time to get your garden ready for winter rains.

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North County and San Diego Events October 2024

North County and San Diego Events October 2024 by Pam Fraser. Picture of three candy pumpkins lined up in front of a many others.

North County and San Diego Events for October

North County and San Diego events in October bring lots of fall fun! Along with Oktoberfests, a zombie crawl, fall, wine and food festivals, there are lots of great kids’ activities too. See a tractor show, go for a run or walk, get scared, watch Ultimate, see a great movie, and so much more. Keep reading for more great San Diego and North County events!

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North County and San Diego Housing Markets September 2024

North County and San Diego Housing Markets September 2024 by Pam Fraser. Chart of home sales statistics for North San Diego County.

Both the North County and San Diego housing markets saw a month-over, median home price decrease in August. In North County, prices also dropped by 1.6 percent year-over, while San Diego County showed a slight increase of 1.1 percent.

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Hiring a Contractor: 7 Mistakes to Avoid

Hiring a Contractor: 7 Mistakes to Avoid Pam Fraser. Picture of a contractor standing in front of residential housing.

A recent survey found that more than half (52%) of American homeowners have a renovation project planned this year. If you’re among them, you know that embarking on home improvements can be exciting, daunting and expensive. Unfortunately, many homeowners face common challenges and setbacks if they don’t hire the right contractor. This leads to undue stress, financial strain, and subpar results.

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