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21 of San Diego’s most haunted houses, trails, hotels and other paranormal places

It is said San Diego has many places with paranormal activities, and most popular during the month of October. From the ghostly girl who haunts the 5th floor of the Balboa Theater downtown to the world-renowned Whaley House in Old Town, there are plenty of haunts for...

Top 9 Hikes In San Diego

Who hikes and climbs mountains on dates? Apparently we, in San Diego, do. There are quite a few hidden hiking gems around the area, and here are the top 9, as rated by San Diego Magazine. Sunset Cliffs This one is a moderate hike, and you'll start at OB Dog Park, over...

4 Things Smart Homeowners Always Do in May

Giving your home a little extra love this month can save you time and money. Savings on a new fridge or mattress are best in early summer, and usually kick off Memorial Day weekend. Cool Your Expenses With a New Fridge How old is your fridge? Is it leaking water,...

10 Signs of a Bad Real Estate Agent

1. Doesn't get back to you In life, quick and clear communication is key. A delayed response can mean losing out on a home. If you find yourself waiting for your agent to return calls, texts, or emails — that’s a sign you've chosen the wrong agent. 2. They're a...

You have several home types to choose from!

When most people think of real estate, they think of a traditional purchase, with a home for sale on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS). But did you know there are actually several home types you can choose from? In these very competitive days it is important to know...

Real Estate in 2022

Over the last year home prices are up a staggering 19.8%! According to Fannie Mae the U.S. housing market will cool somewhat, as median home prices are expected to rise 7.9% in the next year. On average U.S. home prices have climbed 4.1% since 1987. Also important is...

Discover. Encontro.

The verb “Encontrar” means to meet, to find, or to discover,” which is exactly what I did with my friend Karen a couple years ago before the Bananarama concert at North Park Theater! Open Design I was surprised to find how detailed it is in its design. I haven't seen...

Blind Lady Ale House: What’s so special

Little Known Facts So what's so special about BLAH? Well you know I love all things (ab)Normal Heights, and in addition to the central location on Adams, one of their founders has a degree in brewing science. Of the other 2 founders, one is certified by the...

Buying Your First Home, Again

One of the things I love most about being a Realtor is working with first time home buyers. I've always loved the educational aspect of real estate, and the engagement I get with clients. For me it is fun to outline the process from start to finish, beginning with...

5 Steps To Homeownership

From SDAR and SDCCU Prior to buying a home, you should always consider several factors such as; Do I have stable income? Will I have the patience, time and resources to maintain a home? What is my monthly debt payments compared to my income? Do I have a reasonable...

Too Busy to Cook? Here’s Help!

Living in a place like San Diego, undoubtedly you're too busy for those pesky house chores, right? I remember when I was considering moving here, my friend Mike warned me I'd never get laundry done because I'd never be indoors. And he was (occasionally) right! What...

Why San Diego Is Awesome

...as if you needed 27 reasons! Saw this article and I couldn't agree more! From BuzzFeed.com: If you’re not already from here, you’re going to want to move here. 1. First things first, It’s 69 degrees in THE MIDDLE OF JULY. 0% humidity does exist. 2. So many places...

10 Ways To Be A Savvy $aver

1. Pack your lunches Instead of spending $6-$15 on lunch, pack your food from home. I eat my lunch at my desk and when it comes time to go out with the work peeps, I don’t feel guilty about spending money. I tag along and enjoy being out of the office but also get to...

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