The Insider's Guide to the 2026 Monterey County Fair: Dates, Parking & Can't-Miss Eats

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How First-Time Buyers Go From Confused to Closing on the Central Coast

How First-Time Buyers Go From Confused to Closing on the Central Coast By Nicole Rodriguez, REALTOR® | Nicole Knows the Central Coast First-time buyers in Monterey County successfully go from feeling confused to closing on a home by prioritizing clarity before house hunting: establishing exact pre-a

Can You Really Buy a Home in Prunedale or Royal Oaks with 0% Down? (USDA Loan Guide)

Can You Really Buy a Home in Prunedale or Royal Oaks with 0% Down? (USDA Loan Guide) By Nicole Rodriguez, REALTOR® | Nicole Knows the Central Coast Yes, eligible buyers can purchase a single-family primary residence in designated rural areas of North Monterey County—including Prunedale, Royal Oaks,

Should You Buy a Home in Salinas Now or Wait for Prices and Mortgage Rates to Drop?

Should You Buy a Home in Salinas Now or Wait for Prices and Mortgage Rates to Drop? By Nicole Rodriguez, REALTOR® | Nicole Knows the Central Coast Buying a home in Salinas now is generally smarter than waiting if your personal budget allows, because waiting for mortgage rates to drop will likely unl