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North County and San Diego Events for December

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North County and San Diego Events for December Pam Fraser. Picture of red poinsettia blooms

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 half marathons, the Holiday Bowl and 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 2023

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North County and San Diego Housing Markets November 2023 from Pam Fraser. Chart of resale housing statistics for North San Diego County

Although year-over prices in the North County and San Diego housing markets are still up, month-over prices continue to drop. That’s not unusual this time of year, and interest rates have been high. Luckily, those rates have been dropping since mid-October, and they’re now at the lowest point they’ve been in almost three months. They are almost a full percentage point below their peak on October 19.

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35 Tips to Furnish Your New Home for Less

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35 Tips to Furnish Your New Home for Less Pam Fraser. Grey room with orange chair and white and grey pottery.

Buying a new home is one of the most exciting experiences in life. And if you’re like most homebuyers, you’ll be planning your furniture placement and decor before the ink dries on your offer. But furnishing your new home can be costly.

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San Diego Gardens November 2023

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San Diego gardens by Pam Fraser. Maidenhair tree with bright yellow autumn leaves
Maidenhair Tree

It’s still the best time to plant almost everything in San Diego gardens. So plant now for a beautiful garden next spring.

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North County and San Diego Events for November

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North County and San Diego Events for November from Pam Fraser. Picture of fall leaves changing color.

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. 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 hayrides, a Christmas tree lighting and a holiday street fair.

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North County and San Diego Housing Markets October 2023

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North County and San Diego Housing Markets October 2023 from Pam Fraser. Chart of resale housing statistics for North San Diego County

With mortgage rates close to 8 percent, month-over prices have backed off slightly in the North County and San Diego housing markets, but year-over prices continue to increase. New listings, pending sales and closed sales have all decreased.

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Is Owning a Rental Property Right for You?

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Is Owning a Rental Property Right for You? Income property is popular, but is landlord life for you? Pam Fraser Picture of a high rise condominium or apartment building

If the thought of investing your money into a rental property excites you, join the club.

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San Diego Gardens October 2023

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San Diego Gardens October 2023 Pam Fraser. Picture of a newly planted tree in rich soil.

Fall is here and it’s time to plant!

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North County and San Diego Events for October

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North County and San Diego Events for October Pam Fraser. Picture of a pumpkin with a handle.

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, The Scream Zone and 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 2023

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North County and San Diego Housing Markets September 2023 Pam Fraser. Chart of resale housing statistics for North San Diego County

The San Diego housing market saw a 10.6 percent, year-over sales price increase while North County moved up 11.4 percent. Closed and pending sales dropped, while new listings decreased even more.

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