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Mortgage rates aren't likely to fall any time soon — here’s why Mortgage rates have more than doubled from recent lows in 2021. They're not poised to fall much any time soon, economists said.

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I think this article is right on point with my views on the housing market today.

Answers to your top 5 housing market questions Learn what’s next for the housing market.

It is an interesting dilemma....

When To Buy, When To Rent: How To Know Which You Should Do Most of us agree that home ownership is the best opportunity to build wealth for most Americans. But there are situations when renting makes more sense.

City of Santa Cruz wants to raise TOT, Transient Occupancy Tax, which is the tax hotels and Vacation Rental owners pay. This is a big increase for AirBnB type units.
Meeting to discuss tomorrow, Tuesday, August 9.

29. Resolution Requesting the Placement of a Transient Occupancy Tax Increase on the Ballot of the November 8, 2022 California Statewide General Election (CN)

Motion to:
Adopt a resolution requesting that the consolidated November 8, 2022 California Statewide General Election include a general purpose tax measure proposing that the City of Santa Cruz’ current Transient Occupancy Tax rate of eleven percent (11%) be increased to twelve percent (12%) for hotels, motels, inns, and other commercial lodging facilities; and from eleven percent (11%) to fourteen percent (14%) for short-term residential vacation rental properties;

Just in case you were wondering...

Airbnb Reveals Top Pet-Friendly Stays Around The World From an elegantly restored riad in Marrakesh to a treehouse in Tuscany, your next pet-friendly getaway has never looked better.

Always a good idea to find out more information about your potential purchase...

Top Home Inspection Issues Revealed A home inspection can cost around $300 to $500, but studies estimate it could save the buyer an average of $14,000 in the long run.

I love autumn...

When Santa Cruz's Leaves Are Best: 2020 Fall Foliage Peak Map The 2020 Fall Foliage Prediction Map is out so you can be prepared to see autumn in all its splendor in Santa Cruz and across the Bay Area.