North County and San Diego Housing Markets December 2024

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

Home prices in the North County and San Diego housing markets are still increasing, but are now climbing at a healthier annual rate of 3-4 percent. San Diego County continues to be a seller’s market, but higher end markets and those farther from jobs are not as strong for sellers.

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Home Tech: Smart Home Gadgets for a Stress-Free Holiday Season

Home Tech: Smart Home Gadgets for a Stress-Free Holiday Season. Picture of a woman looking at a cell phone with a Christmas tree in the background.

The holidays are a time for joy, family, and celebration, but they also bring added responsibilities. Between decorating, hosting, and just keeping up with your daily routines, your home can quickly start to feel more like a never-ending to-do list rather than your haven.

That’s where smart home technology comes in. It can help you streamline holiday tasks to focus on what matters most—spending time with loved ones and enjoying the season’s magic.

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San Diego Gardens December 2024

San Diego Gardens December 2024 by Pam Fraser. Picture of red poinsettia flowers.
Poinsettia

Give your San Diego garden a gift this month with native wildflowers. It’s also time to start trimming fruit trees and renewing mulch before the winter rains start.

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North County and San Diego Events December 2024

North County and San Diego Events December 2024 Pam Fraser. Picture of holiday cookies in red, green and white with decorations.

North County and San Diego Events for December

December’s North County and San Diego events bring lots of holiday fun! There are light shows, craft fairs, parades and tree lightings. Santa’s very busy and is even going on sleigh rides!

And, if you need a break from holiday food and drink, don’t miss the Nutcracker, 5 and 10K runs along with a marathon and half marathon, the Holiday Bowl and the International Auto Show. Keep reading for more great San Diego and North County events!

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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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