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5 Ideas for a More Eco-Friendly Holiday Celebration this Year

5 Ideas for a More Eco-Friendly Holiday Celebration this Year Pam Fraser Picture of a ecologically friendly wrapped gift with a pine cone and an evergreen sprig attached

It’s the most wonderful time of the year. And for many families with festive plans and hectic schedules, it’s also the most wasteful. But there are ways to have a more eco-friendly holiday.

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San Diego Holiday Lights

Holiday Lights San Diego County
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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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20 Unique Home Gifts

20 Unique Home Gifts Pam Fraser people opening a holiday gift

Every year, it seems the holidays sneak up on us. And every year, that brings with it the dreaded last-minute gift panic. Finding a present that hits all the right notes can be surprisingly stressful, even when it comes to people you’ve known for years.

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15 Unique Halloween Homes

Not sure how you are going to decorate for Halloween this year? Looking for some creative ideas? Here are 15 unique Halloween homes that might help clear those cobwebs from your head.

BATS IN THE BELFRY

 
Halloween Homes. Bats in the belfry
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Okay, not in the belfry, but all over the front door. Just cut out your bats with black poster board and attach them using damage-free poster strips.

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9 Ways to Share the Spirit of the Season

9 Ways to Share the Spirit of the Season

The holiday season is upon us, and many of us have already begun to celebrate. From trimming trees to lighting candles, it’s the time of year to fill your homes (and hearts) with holiday joy.

But there’s no need to stop at your front door. Let the spirit of the season radiate outward from your house into your community. Some homeowners hang outdoor lights and decorations to help make the neighborhood “merry and bright.” But that’s not the only way to share the magic of the holidays with others.

Not sure where to start? Check out these 9 inspirational ideas for spreading cheer far and near!

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Best San Diego Holiday Lights Guide 2018

San Diego Holiday Lights
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Here’s your San Diego Holiday Lights Guide for 2018! Grab your kids, grandkids, inner-kids and friends and enjoy the magic. If you are looking for other fun holiday events in North County and San Diego County, you can find them here.

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20 Home Gadget Gift Ideas to Fit Any Budget

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Looking for those last minute presents for loved ones this holiday season? I’ve rounded up 20 of my favorite home gadget gift ideas. And since I work in real estate, I focused on items that add enjoyment, comfort and, in some cases, extra value to your home.

From music lovers to home chefs, I’ve got something for everyone. And I’ve included a range of price points to suit any budget, from under $50 to major splurge, in case you’re feeling extra generous this year. I hope you find this list useful in identifying gifts your friends and family will love. And maybe some of these items will make your wish list this year, too!

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8 Scams to Watch Out For This Holiday Season

8 Scams To Watch Out For This Holiday SeasonThe holidays are a happy time for celebrating with family, friends, and co-workers. Unfortunately, this time of year can also be turned sour by a wide variety of clever frauds, unauthorized debit and credit card transactions, and bogus person-to-person scams. By the end of 2015, individuals, retailers, charitable donors, and companies were victimized to the tune of $1.5 billion. That number is expected to have gone up in 2016.

Just as you protect your home with an alarm system, you should set up defenses for your credit and identity. During the holiday season, fraudulent activity spikes. Here’s how to protect yourself from the eight most common scams.

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Holiday Tree Safety

holiday tree safetyFresh holiday trees are beautiful, smell great and really add to the spirit of the season. Following some proven holiday tree safety tips might help you avoid a disaster and keep the Grinch away.

  • Select a tree with fresh green needles that don’t fall off when touched or when the trunk is tapped on the ground.
  • When trees are cut too early, they have a greater risk of drying out and can become more dangerous especially with electrical lights.
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