August 2022 Newsletter

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Moves that Homebuyers Can Still Make to Find a Lower Mortgage Rate

With inflation and the possibility of further rate increases, here are some tips and tricks to find ways to lower your rates.

Courtesy of CNBC

Local Happenings

Meet Me at Mingei – August 5th

Enjoy an evening of crafts, cocktails, and tunes against a backdrop of park views from the terrace. This month, try your hand at sculpting a figure inspired by Mingei’s exhibition Niki & Mingei with air-dry clay while sipping to the soulful positive vibes of DJ dauché.

Hillcrest CityFest Street Fair – August 14th

CityFest takes place under the Hillcrest Sign and is a huge celebration of community spirit through music, arts, crafts, and food. This

annual celebration of community spirit will feature live bands, electric dance music DJs, arts, crafts, and food that attracts over 150,000+ visitors from San Diego and Southern California! This is San Diego’s LARGEST and BEST art and music festival– stretching nearly half a mile in size on over 9 city blocks!

ArtWalk @ Liberty Station – August 6th and 7th

ArtWalk @ Liberty Station returns for its 17th year to ARTS DISTRICT @ Liberty Station! Attendees can peruse through the garden browsing artwork from more than 150 artists and enjoying food, wine and beer, and live entertainment at the two-day, free event in San Diego’s largest Arts & Cultural District.

Pupologie Cardiff Dog Days of Summer – August 14th

This free event features numerous dog-related vendors, rescue groups, pet adoption agencies, and an agility course by Kamp Kanine. Activities include dog contests, live music, libation lounge hosted by The Lost Abbey, food trucks, and more!

45th Annual World Bodysurfing Championships in Oceanside – August 20th and 21st

The Oceanside World Bodysurfing contest is considered the premier Bodysurfing contest in the US. Approximately 400 bodysurfers from around the world compete in their respective age divisions for trophies and prizes. Champions will be crowned on Sunday, August 21st.

Lifestyle Tips & Tricks

10 Basement Decorating Ideas That Will Transform Your Home’s Lower Level

Many home dwellers are quick to transform their basements into gyms, home theaters, or play areas for their little ones—and as you make these decisions, it’s important to consider the style and flow of the space. After all, with the right modifications, your basement just might become one of the most trafficked areas in your home. So, shouldn’t it look it’s best, too?

Courtesy of Martha Stewart Magazine

28 Creative Ways to Grow a Garden, Even When You’re Short On Space

Flowers and plants bring so much beauty to every space, big or small, inside or outside. Given the benefits of gardening, the practice shouldn’t be limited to wide-open outdoor spaces and large greenhouses. Get your green thumbs ready for window-box flowers, hanging plants, tiny veggie gardens, and more.

Courtesy of House Beautiful

100 Best Grilling Recipes You Have to Try

Looking for new grilling recipes to try this summer? Check out 100 reasons for you to light the grill and enjoy the great outdoors this summer

Courtesy of Taste of Home

The Top Interior Design Trends to Watch, According to Experts

In 2021, people focused on pieces that mix style and practicality — think self-cleaning bidets for a more luxurious bathroom, for example. But this year, everything from bringing the outdoors into experimenting with pattern and texture, and finding design inspiration from past decades are of interest.

Courtesy of Good Housekeeping

In Escrow!

1970 Columbia Street, Unit 515

Little Italy

1 Bed | 1 Bath

5430 Baltimore Drive, Unit 36

La Mesa

2 Bed | 1.5 Bath

3707 Hawk Street

Mission Hills

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1879 Black Mustard Lane

Carlsbad

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6106 Laport Street

La Mesa

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Maureen Tess Fieberg

& Antoinette Embry

REALTOR® | DRE# 01217712
M: 619.239.8377
maureen.tess@compass.com

REALTOR® | DRE# 01305747

M: 619.504.9979

antoinette.embry@compass.com

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