#FundayFriday: The Cruise In Flea Market is a place to sell the things you need to clear out. If you have yard sale items, craft clear out, inventory you are discontinuing, tools, etc, come and join us for this market. thinklocalsantacruz.org/events/cruise-…

#FundayFriday: Amazing vendors offer a variety of handmade and vintage goods, plants, and food items in a beautiful country setting. thinklocalsantacruz.org/events/the-fre…

Did you know one of the biggest things that could jeopardize your success is the asking price for your home? Pricing your house correctly is one of the most crucial steps in the selling process. keepingcurrentmatters.com/2024/09/23/is-…

Believe it or not, almost 80% of first-time homebuyers qualify for down payment assistance, but only 13% actually use it. keepingcurrentmatters.com/2024/09/24/the…

#HomeSellersTuesday: After months of high rates keeping buyers on the sidelines, things are starting to shift. Rates are already coming down due to a number of economic factors. keepingcurrentmatters.com/2024/09/19/fal…

#HomeImprovementWednesday: It’s all natural, safe and cheap. If you haven’t been using baking soda in your laundry, you’ll want to start after reading this! rd.com/article/baking…

ZIP codes matter a great deal to some homebuyers — and that there is a (slight) difference between postal codes vs. ZIP codes — depending on where you live. Here’s how to decode it all. apartmenttherapy.com/postal-code-vs…

#FundayFriday: Enjoy the Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery’s exciting kick-off event as they unveil the “Potter the Otter: A Healthy Adventure” traveling exhibit! sccmod.org/potter-the-ott…

#FundayFriday: Find what you’re looking for amidst the Scotts Valley Farmers Market’s robust selection of organic vegetables, fruits, herbs, pasture-raised chicken & duck eggs, flowers, artisanal meats, breads, seafood, pastries and ready-to-eat cuisine. santacruzfarmersmarket.org/markets/scotts…

Refinancing may be an attractive option for homeowners dealing with debt, adjustable-rate mortgages, or divorce. Here’s why. realtor.com/advice/finance…

There is nothing more painful than making an offer on a home and then hearing that the home of your dreams has been given to someone else. Try out some of these tips to avoid those heartaches. americanlifestylemag.com/real-estate/bu…

#HomeBuyersMonday: Laureise Livingston bought a house in a wooded area she loved—until she found out it was infested with rodents and beetles. realtor.com/advice/buy/wom…

#HomeSellersTuesday: What happens if I have a lien on my house? If the title company runs a title search and finds a lien on your property, here’s what you’ll have to do. realtor.com/advice/sell/wh…

#HomeImprovementWednesday: To help you out, the Good Housekeeping Institute Home Care and Cleaning Lab is laying out the exact kitchen items and cookware pieces you're better off washing by hand to be safe. goodhousekeeping.com/home/cleaning/…

While you might understand the difference between a full bath and a half bath, it’s possible you’ve never heard of a three-quarter bath before. So, what is a three-quarter bath, or a 3/4 bath, as it’s sometimes written out? apartmenttherapy.com/difference-bet…

#FundayFriday: Dress up for Halloween with favorites Thomas and Percy, for a 20-minute train ride, entertainment, and fun-filled activities for the entire family. santacruz.org/upcoming-event…

#FundayFriday: The 27th annual Monte Foundation Fireworks Extravaganza is back! Finish off your beach town weekend with a grand finale over the newly restored Capitola Wharf. This show is free and fantastic! capitolavillage.com/event/2024-mon…

Mortgage rates hit a peak of 7.79% last year—but they’re finally falling and so are monthly payments. Here’s how much you can save. realtor.com/advice/finance…

The home addition process will likely take a considerable amount of planning, time, and money So, is building a home addition worth it? We talked to experts to get their take. Here’s what they had to say. realtor.com/living/persona…

#HomeBuyersMonday: In order to protect yourself from cyber attacks, you need to know about some of the most common ways that buyers and sellers fall victim to fraudulent bad actors. americanlifestylemag.com/real-estate/bu…