The 2023 season of the TGIF Concerts in the Parks in Carlsbad starts July 7. As a result here is the Bands Update. Free live music in a beautiful Carlsbad… Read more »
Author: Jeff Dowler
I write about my passions - living the Southern California lifestyle in the Carlsbad area (art, restaurants, beaches, shopping, music, touristy stuff), relocation, & real estate in general. Call/text me at 760-840-1360 if I can help or you just have questions about real estate or the Carlsbad area in general (including Aviara, La Costa, Encinitas, Leucadia, Olivenhain, Cardiff, Solana Beach, Del Mar, La Jolla, Pacific Beach, San Diego, Rancho Santa Fe, Oceanside, San Marcos, Escondido, Vista).
Credit Scores – What You Should Know
There are a lot of myths and confusion about Credit Scores. But as a home buyer there are some important things you should know. This short article provides some great… Read more »
Aloha Plunge in Carlsbad 2023
Carlsbad celebrates the 2023 summer season with the Aloha Plunge on Saturday July 22nd! The Plunge runs from 5 until 8 PM. The Aloha Plunge is at the Alga Norte… Read more »
North County Market Reports May 2023
Here are the May 2023 Market Reports for 11 North San Diego County communities. There were a number of changes in our local housing market in May 2023 compared to… Read more »
Cruise Nights in Encinitas 2023
2023 is the 24th season of the Encinitas Cruise Nights. This popular series is on the 3rd Thursday of each summer month (May to September), from 5:30 to 7:30 pm… Read more »
North County Farmers Markets
Here’s a list of the Farmers Markets in North San Diego County. Farmers Markets are a good way to find fresh fruits and vegetables. Moreover, they are a great way… Read more »
Housing Now vs. the ‘Unicorn’ Years
2020 and 2021 were unique times in our housing market. Comparing today’s market – sales, pricing, appreciation – to either or both years (Unicorn Years) rather than the years prior… Read more »
Summer 2023 Home Seller Guide
Are you thinking about selling your Carlsbad home, or a home elsewhere in North San Diego County? I think you’ll find this Summer 2023 Home Seller Guide useful to get… Read more »
Oceanside Market Report May 2023
Here’s the May 2023 Market Report for Oceanside. And here’s the market report for April as a comparison. The Oceanside real estate market continues to change. This market report does… Read more »
Flicks at the Fountain 2023
2023 Carlsbad Village Flicks at the Fountain is coming soon! Summer is just a few weeks away on June 21. Furthermore, that means a number of popular events in Carlsbad… Read more »
June 21 is Make Music Day
Come celebrate Make Music Day on June 21 at the Museum of Making Music in Carlsbad. In addition, it’s the 1st day of summer! That’s something to celebrate, too! Festivities… Read more »
San Marcos Market Report May 2023
Here’s the Market Report for San Marcos for May 2023. And here’s the market report for April 2023 in case you missed it. The San Marcos real estate market continues… Read more »