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Read on for homeowner seasonal tips you should consider and discover lifestyle tips curated just for you!”
REAL ESTATE in the NEWS
Why Is the U.S. Housing Market So Out of Whack? What Homebuyers Need To Know Right Now
There’s never been a housing market quite like this before. Today’s real estate agents are pulling double duty as therapists, consoling heartbroken homebuyers who lost out on their fifth—or 15th—home. First-time homebuyers around the country are being outbid by investors—some of whom are willing to pay more than $100,000 over asking price. Wealthy buyers offering all cash for second homes are sending prices ever higher, pushing the dream of homeownership out of reach for many folks.
Meanwhile home sellers are enjoying the benefits of life in the fast lane: the ultimate seller’s market. Can all this last? Is this really going to become the new normal?
LOCAL EVENTS
Thanksgiving at San Ysidro Ranch
When: November 25th, 11 AM - 7 PM
Where: The Stonehouse Restaurant. 900 San Ysidro Ln, Santa Barbara, CA
Set inside a 19th-century citrus packing house on the grounds of the storied San Ysidro Ranch, the Stonehouse Restaurant exudes the rustic romance of its historic setting. Learn more here.
For a post-thanksgiving Miramar beach stroll with Miramar Tide Table
When: November 26th
Where: Miramar Beach Sailing Center
Get the latest tide tables and graphs for Miramar, including sunrise and sunset times. Available for extended date ranges with Magicseaweed Pro. Learn more here.
Lifestyle Tips & Tricks
Prospective Buyers Should Enter the Fray This Fall in These Hot U.S. Markets
The fall months typically mean a cooldown in real estate transactions, but this year, with inventory low and demand high, prospective buyers are wondering whether they should wait to buy. The Covid-19 pandemic is continuing to influence buyers’ decisions, particularly for those who are now working remotely and, as a result, are seeking out homes with more space in smaller, less crowded cities.
Chic and Festive Thanksgiving Decorations
Thanksgiving decorations are all about showing off your style, but that shouldn't equate to stress or going way over your budget. Regardless of your aesthetic, there are a slew of inexpensive DIY decorations you can try to make your Thanksgiving celebration more inviting for family and guests!
Courtesy of Good Housekeeping
Here's Why Fall Is the Perfect Time for 14 Ways to Get Instant Curb Appeal for Less Than $100
There are dozens of small, inexpensive home improvements that can boost your home's curb appeal. Adding a few upgrades to your house not only makes it easier to sell, but it also gives your house that nice, finished look that you can take pride in. Here are a few ideas to get you started.
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