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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San Diego Gardens August 2024

San Diego Gardens August 2024 Pam Fraser. Picture of an orange monkey flower in bloom
Bush Monkey Flower

Summer is in full swing in San Diego gardens. And, if you’re up to anything more than just relaxing in the shade and enjoying your garden, try these tips for keeping it happy and healthy.

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7 Weekend Projects to Boost Your Property Value

7 Weekend Projects to Boost Your Property Value by Pam Fraser. Picture of a family working in their garden.

Whether or not you’re planning to sell your home soon, it’s essential to ensure that improvements you make today will boost your property value when it’s time to sell. Strategic upgrades can make all the difference. But you don’t have to embark on a major remodel to make a significant improvement.

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San Diego Gardens July 2024

San Diego Gardens July 2024 by Pam Fraser. Picture of tomatoes growing on a vine.
Tomatoes

Summer is here and the weather’s warm in San Diego gardens. Many flowers are fading, but the summer vegetable garden is in full swing.

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