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Tips That Will Help You Create a Cozy Living Room

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Who doesn’t like living in a cozy home? If you’re always looking for new ways to make your living space more inviting and comfortable, you’ve come to the right place. We have prepared a brief list of useful tips that will help you turn your living into your personal sanctuary. The Perfect Rug Regardless of the type of flooring you have in your living room, a small area rug can do wonders! Not only is this an easy way to add more color to the room, but it also allows you to keep your feet (and … [Read more...]

Tips for Selling Your Jewelry in San Diego

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When it comes to owning jewelry, it’s a common practice to sell pieces you don't want or wear anymore. This is especially true in situations where you’re tight on money and could use cash fast. Unfortunately, when people in the San Diego area choose to sell old watches, wedding rings, or other diamond jewelry, they often rush the process by going to pawn shops and other places where getting top dollar is unlikely. In order to get the best deal and sell jewelry the right way, there are certain … [Read more...]

Pest Control Tips for San Diego Homeowners

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Pests in the home can be more than just an annoyance, they can actually be downright dangerous. Not only can they undermine the feeling of comfort and security that should be found within the home, but they can also damage human health and the physical structure of the home. That is why it is important for homeowners to take steps to control and prevent them. For homeowners in Southern California, and particularly in the San Diego area, it can be especially concerning due to high home … [Read more...]

San Diego Home Staging: 7 Hot Staging Secrets for a Quick Sale

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Thinking about selling your home in San Diego? Consider employing some of the hottest staging tips and tricks used by professional house stylists to outshine the rest of the houses on the market and ensure a quick and profitable sale. Deep clean and declutter your home for a spotless appearance The best way to start is to purge your living space and get rid of clutter. Decluttering and deep cleaning are inexpensive ways to improve the look of your home and make it more presentable. The … [Read more...]

What You Need to Know When Re-Doing an Old Home in San Diego

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It’s amazing living in an old home, as they are full of charm and character and often have beautiful architectural features that you can’t find in modern buildings. However, when the time comes to renovate it, these old homes suddenly lose their charm and often reveal a ton of unpleasant surprises. Here are some of the most common issues you might encounter when re-doing an old home. Outdated Electrical and Plumbing Old homes are known to have electrical wiring and plumbing problems. Old … [Read more...]

Drought Tolerant Landscaping for San Diego Homes

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We’ve had a very wet year, as far as yearly averages are concerned, but if you’ve lived in San Diego for any length of time, you know we will have our seasons of drought. It’s only a matter of time. In areas like San Diego that have more dry years than wet years, it makes sense to install a drought tolerant landscape at your home. It may seem odd to be talking about installing a drought tolerant landscape in your yard when we’ve had so much rain, but think of it as getting ahead of the trend. … [Read more...]

My Quest for the Best Burrito in San Diego

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Being just across the border from Mexico, it’s no surprise that San Diego has a ton of Mexican restaurants. I’m guessing you could try a new one every day of the year if you really wanted to. When I go to Mexican restaurants, I’m always partial to burritos. They’re just the perfect compact, all-in-one, handheld meal. I’m always on the hunt for a great burrito, so I decided to try some places I’d never been to before, in hopes of finding my new go-to location for tortilla-encased goodness. … [Read more...]

How to Find the Right San Diego Lawyer

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At one time or another, almost everyone needs to employ the services of an attorney. This may be for something like setting up a will or a trust, or helping you review a contract before you sign it, or it may be for a matter that’s more serious, like needing someone to defend you in a criminal case or in divorce proceedings. Choosing the right San Diego lawyer is no small task—it’s also a very important one. Don’t just choose any San Diego attorney. Do your homework. Here are five things to … [Read more...]

What to Look for in a San Diego Realtor

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In areas where property values are high, such as in San Diego, there is always an over-abundance of realtors. The barrier to entry is rather low, compared to other professional careers, and successful realtors can stand to make a ton of money in a good market. Since there are so many realtors in San Diego—it can sometimes feel like there’s a real estate office on every corner—it can be difficult to know which one to choose. Here are 4 tips for finding the best realtor to help you buy or sell … [Read more...]

San Diego’s Rising Medical Debt: Helping Consumers Deal With Healthcare Bills

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Over 464,000 San Diegans are carrying medical debts, to the tune of over $670 million. For cancer patients, life-saving treatments, including chemotherapy, can cost them up to $20,000 per round, or even something as simple as an emergency visit to your family dentist can cost hundreds of dollars. With household debt levels creeping up across America, it is safe to assume that many residents are looking for solutions when it comes to their finances. Yet, if medical bills go unpaid, interest … [Read more...]