Wildfire Resources

Wildfire Resources by Pam Fraser. Picture of a home with wildfire smoke in the background.
Fire billowing smoke in Carlsbad, California in 2014

WILDFIRE RESOURCE LIST

The California Association of REALTORS has compiled a list of resources for wildfire evacuees and their pets along with ways you and I can help those affected by the wildfires.

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San Diego Gardens January 2025

San Diego Gardens January 2025 by Pam Fraser. Picture of pink flowers on an Anna apple tree.
Apple tree flowers

While others are stuck inside waiting for milder weather, San Diego gardeners have plenty to do this month while we wait for rain.

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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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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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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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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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San Diego Gardens September 2024

San Diego Gardens September 2024 by Pam Fraser. Picture of a Giant Western Swallowtail on a tagetes plant.
Giant Western Swallowtail

Summer is coming to an end. This is a great time to get your San Diego garden ready for fall planting.

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Mortgage Options: How to Choose the Right Home Loan

Updated July 24, 2026

Choosing among mortgage options involves more than comparing interest rates. The right home loan depends on your credit profile, available cash, monthly budget, tolerance for possible payment changes, plans for the home, and even the characteristics of the property itself.

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