Over the past few years, many of us have spent extra time at home. And that means we appreciate the personal design touches that make a house cozy and comfortable more than ever. Some of us have adapted our dwellings in new ways, from creating functional home offices to upgrading the appliances we use most. We are seeing those adaptations reflected 2023 home design.
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While many people are waiting for snow to melt or weather to warm so they can get back into their gardens, we San Diego gardeners are lucky to enjoy our gardens year-round. Spring is just around the corner, and there’s plenty to do now to get ready for it.
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North County and San Diego events in February bring lots of fun activities. There are outdoor events like tidepooling, fishing, Valentine’s Day cruises, runs and a walk for animals. Plus there’s plenty of great indoor entertainment. Go to a dog show, come face to face with King Tut, watch a film, or see a concert. Keep reading for more great San Diego and North County events!
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Last year, one factor drove home prices more than any other: rising mortgage rates.
In March 2022, the Federal Reserve began a series of interest rate hikes in an effort to pump the brakes on inflation. And while some market sectors have been slow to respond, the housing market has reacted accordingly.
Both demand and price appreciation have tapered, as the primary challenge for homebuyers has shifted from availability to affordability. And although this higher-mortgage rate environment has been a painful adjustment for many buyers and sellers, it should ultimately lead to a more stable and balanced real estate market.
So, what can we expect in 2023? Continue reading Home Prices in 2023 and What That Means for You
January’s North County and San Diego events offer something for everyone! We’ve got celebrations and festivals of all kinds, a golf tournament, auto show and the Carlsbad Marathon. You can experience King Tut, the oceans at night and learn about stars and dinosaurs. Need home upgrades or remodeling? That’s here for you too. Keep reading for more great San Diego and North County events!
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Here’s your 2022 holiday lights guide for San Diego County. Grab your kids, grandkids, inner-kids and friends and enjoy the magic!
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While we pray for rain in our San Diego gardens this month, continue to add cool-season annuals and vegetables, plant native wildflowers, and pull those pesky weeds.
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Over the past few years, a real estate buying frenzy bid up home prices to eye-popping amounts. However, as mortgage rates have risen, buyer demand has cooled. Consequently, home sellers who enter the market today may need to reset their expectations. But if you follow these steps, you can get top dollar in today’s market.
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November is still a great time to add plants to your San Diego garden. It’s also a good time to add or renew mulch. That will help keep weeds down once our seasonal rains have started. And if we’re lucky enough to get rain in November, it might be time to adjust your irrigation.
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North County and San Diego events in November bring lots of fall fun! We’ve got Fleet Week, a Día de los Muertos celebration, beer week, hikes and bike rides, holiday fairs, Del Mar racing, a jazz fest, turkey trots and Christmas tree lighting. Keep reading for more great San Diego and North County events!
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