North County and San Diego Events May 2025

North County and San Diego Events May 2025 by Pam Fraser. Picture of American flags and red roses at a graveyard.

North County and San Diego Events for May

There are lots of fun North County and San Diego events in May! We’ve got street fairs, food and flowers, cornhole, wine and beer, even a strawberry festival. Plus there’s a wildflower show, cat cuddling, a golf tournament, armed forces appreciation and a rodeo. Keep reading for more great San Diego and North County events!

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North County and San Diego Housing Markets April 2025

North County and San Diego Housing Markets April 2025. Chart of home sales statistics in North San Diego County as of March 2025.

Although prices are still showing moderate increases in both the North County and San Diego housing markets, market times increased by 20 percent compared to the previous year and supply continued to grow.

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5 Roadblocks to Affordable Homeownership:
How to Move Past Them

5 Roadblocks to Affordable Homeownership: How to Move Past Them Pam Fraser. Picture of a street of homes in the background with 5 Roadblocks to Affordable Homeownership (and Ways to Move Past Them) text

Dreaming of buying a home but feeling priced out? You’re not alone! A large percentage of U.S. adults feel affordable homeownership is not an option for them. In fact, according to a recent survey by Bankrate, 78% of aspiring homebuyers cite affordability issues as their primary deterrent.

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San Diego Gardens April 2025

San Diego Gardens April 2025 by Pam Fraser. Picture of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park landscape
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

April is usually the best month to enjoy the vibrant flowers in San Diego gardens. But recent rains have also brought weeds. So while you enjoy the blooms, be sure to remove weeds before they set seed.

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North County and San Diego Events April 2025

North County and San Diego Events April 2025 Pam Fraser. Picture of a bird's nest with three colored eggs in it surrounded by pink tulips.

North County and San Diego Events for April

Spring is here, and April North County and San Diego events include fairs and festivals, Easter egg hunts, Earth Day events, along with multiple running events, walks, and classic car shows. There is also a home and garden show, gala and golf tournament. Keep reading for more great San Diego and North County events!

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North County and San Diego Housing Markets March 2025

North County and San Diego Housing Markets March 2025 by Pam Fraser. Chart of home sales statistics in North San Diego County.

Median home prices continued to creep up in both the North County and San Diego housing markets. And while homes stayed on the market quite a bit longer than they did a year ago, market times shortened compared to January.

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Home-Related Tax Deductions

Home-Related Tax Deductions Pam Fraser. Picture of a woman sitting on a couch looking at a laptop computer.

Tax season. Just the words can send shivers down your spine. But if you’re a homeowner, there’s a silver lining: potential savings from home-related tax deductions!

You’ve probably heard that you can deduct the interest you pay on your mortgage, but did you know there are many other ways homeowners can reduce their tax burden?

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San Diego Gardens March 2025

San Diego Gardens March 2025 by Pam Fraser. Picture of a pink azalea in bloom.
Azalea

Spring is coming to San Diego gardens! Next to fall, this is the best time for planting. It’s also a good time to sow herb, annual and vegetable seeds, and to fertilize your awakening plants.

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North County and San Diego Events March 2025

North County and San Diego Events March 2025 by Pam Fraser. Picture of a cut out clover on a two-toned green background

North County and San Diego Events for March

North County and San Diego events in March bring lots of spring fun! There are all kinds of fun outdoor things to do like festivals, a Saint Patrick’s Day parade, surfing championships, dog walks and a golf tournament. Plus, we’ve got a film festival, pancake breakfast, concerts and galas. Keep reading for more great San Diego and North County events!

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North County and San Diego Housing Markets February 2025

North County and San Diego Housing Markets February 2025 by Pam Fraser. Chart of home sales statistics in January 2025 in North County

January sales ticked up in both the North County and San Diego housing markets, but the number of new listings was almost double the number of pending sales. While housing inventory here remains very low at just two months, this may be an indicator that it’s increasing. This aligns with national trends, where housing inventory is now up to five months.

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