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Weekend Brief Brokered by Real Broker

Weekend Brief — August 22-23

· 10 min read
Weekend Brief — August 22-23

Your late-August weekend guide to Fullerton Hills, open houses, Fullerton Summer Night Market, 90s Corridos after party, Sunny Hills flag football, CSUF womens soccer, trail updates, and everything happening this Saturday and Sunday.

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The Family That Waited a Year for the Market to Change — and Realized They Had Changed Instead

· 8 min read
The Family That Waited a Year for the Market to Change — and Realized They Had Changed Instead

One family watched the market for 12 months, expecting prices to drop. Instead, they discovered that the biggest thing that changed was their own perspective on what a home really means.

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Weekly Digest — August 17-23

· 10 min read
Weekly Digest — August 17-23

What's happening in Fullerton and Orange County this week — Fullerton City Council meeting Tuesday, Fullerton Night Market, Friday Night Live concert, Sea Country Festival in Laguna Niguel, plus back-to-school season and market insights.

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Orange County Market Intelligence — Issue #04: Beyond the Algorithm

· 6 min read
Orange County Market Intelligence — Issue #04: Beyond the Algorithm

AI and automated valuations promise instant accuracy, but the real story of what a home is worth lives in the details that algorithms can't see.

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Weekend Brief — August 8-9

· 10 min read
Weekend Brief — August 8-9

Mid-August weekend guide for Raymond Hills, Sunny Hills, and Golden Hills — open houses, City of Fullerton Back-to-School Fair, Saturday Farmers' Market, Fullerton Night Market, Fullerton Museum Center exhibits, trail updates, and community happenings across North Fullerton.

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Market Intelligence Brokered by Real Broker

Orange County Market Intelligence — Issue #03: A Tale of Two Markets

· 10 min read
Orange County Market Intelligence — Issue #03: A Tale of Two Markets

Orange County's housing market tells two stories — rising inventory meets steady demand. Fullerton Hills neighborhood breakdowns, luxury market analysis, and what the data means for buyers and sellers.

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Weekend Brief — August 15-16

· 10 min read
Weekend Brief — August 15-16

Mid-August weekend guide for Raymond Hills, Sunny Hills, and Golden Hills — open houses, Fullerton Train Museum Open House, Saturday Farmers' Market, White Rabbit Records listening event, 626 Night Market, trail updates, and community happenings across North Fullerton.

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The Family That Had Three Good Homes to Choose From — and Bought None

· 8 min read
The Family That Had Three Good Homes to Choose From — and Bought None

In this Local Lens article, Rob Cole shares the story of a family who walked away from three financially possible homes in Fullerton — and what that says about buying decisions in the August 2026 market.

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The Home That Checked Every Box, Except the One That Mattered Most

· 8 min read
The Home That Checked Every Box, Except the One That Mattered Most

In this Local Lens article, Rob Cole shares the story of a family searching in Golden Hills who found a home that matched every criteria but faced a deeper question: could they truly afford the life they wanted inside it?

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Weekly Digest Brokered by Real Broker

Weekly Digest — August 3–9

· 10 min read
Weekly Digest — August 3–9

First full week of August market intelligence and community events in Fullerton and Orange County — Friday Night Live Downtown, Concerts in the Park, OC Fair, Fullerton Night Market, back-to-school season, trail updates, and the Summit House dining spotlight.

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Weekend Brief — August 2-3

· 10 min read
Weekend Brief — August 2-3

First-Sunday-and-Monday-of-August guide for Raymond Hills, Sunny Hills, and Golden Hills — open houses, First Sunday Art Walk at Fullerton Museum Center, Laguna Lake Nature Walk, Saturday Farmers' Market, Fullerton Night Market, trail updates, and community happenings across North Fullerton.

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Weekly Digest — July 27–August 2

· 10 min read
Weekly Digest — July 27–August 2

Late July market intelligence and community events in Fullerton and Orange County — OC Fair, Angels Baseball, Beatles vs. Stones at Craig Regional Park, Christmas in July Blood Drive, Fullerton Night Market, trail updates, and the Kalaveras dining spotlight.

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Weekly Digest — August 10-16

· 10 min read
Weekly Digest — August 10-16

What's happening in Fullerton and Orange County this week — Friday Night Live concert, Fullerton Night Market, Train Museum Open House, final week of OC Fair with AJR and Dwight Yoakam, Newport Beach Art Week, and more.

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Weekend Brief — July 25-26

· 10 min read
Weekend Brief — July 25-26

Late July weekend guide for Raymond Hills, Sunny Hills, and Golden Hills — open houses, Saturday Farmers' Market, Fullerton Night Market, Museum Center family art workshop, trail updates, back-to-school registration, and community happenings across North Fullerton.

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Market Intelligence Brokered by Real Broker

Orange County Market Intelligence — Issue #02: The Lull Phase

· 10 min read
Orange County Market Intelligence — Issue #02: The Lull Phase

The Orange County market enters a midsummer lull. Fullerton Hills neighborhood breakdowns, luxury segment analysis, and what the temporary slowdown means for buyers and sellers.

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How to Apply to Troy Tech in Fullerton: A Step-by-Step Guide for Families

· 18 min read
How to Apply to Troy Tech in Fullerton: A Step-by-Step Guide for Families

A complete family guide to the Troy Tech magnet program application process at Troy High School in Fullerton — eligibility, testing, documents, transfer rules, and 2027 timing.

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The Fullerton Loop: Your Complete Trail Guide

· 3 min read
The Fullerton Loop: Your Complete Trail Guide

Your complete guide to the Fullerton Loop, the 11.2-mile unpaved trail system winding through Golden Hills, Sunny Hills, and Raymond Hills — distance, difficulty, trailhead parking, etiquette, and neighborhood connections.

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Weekend Brief — July 18–19

· 10 min read
Weekend Brief — July 18–19

Mid-July weekend guide for Raymond Hills, Sunny Hills, and Golden Hills — open houses, Saturday Farmers' Market, Fullerton Night Market, Hilscher Trail update, Madero 1899 dining spotlight, and community happenings across North Fullerton.

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Weekly Digest — July 20–26

· 10 min read
Weekly Digest — July 20–26

July 2026 market intelligence for Orange County, Fullerton, Brea, and the luxury market — plus Rock Star Academy, Hunger Games movie series, Fullerton Night Market, trail updates, and community happenings.

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Weekly Digest — July 13–17

· 10 min read
Weekly Digest — July 13–17

July 2026 market intelligence for Orange County, Fullerton, Brea, Placentia, Yorba Linda, and the luxury market — plus community events, trail updates, neighborhood news, and the Weekly Digest FAQ.

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North Fullerton Neighborhoods: Which Hill Is Right for You?

· 14 min read
North Fullerton Neighborhoods: Which Hill Is Right for You?

Raymond Hills, Sunny Hills, or Golden Hills — this neighborhood comparison breaks down schools, pricing, trail access, and daily life so you pick the right hill.

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Weekend Brief — July 11–12

· 10 min read
Weekend Brief — July 11–12

Mid-July weekend guide for Raymond Hills, Sunny Hills, and Golden Hills — open houses, OC Parks sunset cinema, farmers markets, street rehab update, trail conditions, and local happenings.

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Market Intelligence Brokered by Real Broker

Orange County Market Intelligence — Issue #01: A Market in Transition

· 10 min read
Orange County Market Intelligence — Issue #01: A Market in Transition

Orange County's housing market shifts gears as summer begins. Fullerton Hills neighborhood breakdowns, luxury segment analysis, and what the transition means for buyers and sellers.

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Fullerton Hills Monthly Market Report — July 2026

· 10 min read
Fullerton Hills Monthly Market Report — July 2026

Neighborhood-by-neighborhood July 2026 market report for Raymond Hills, Sunny Hills, and Golden Hills — median prices, inventory, days on market, and citywide trends from verified CRMLS data.

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Weekly Digest — July 7–11

· 12 min read
Weekly Digest — July 7–11

Independence Day weekend newsletter — fireworks, community celebrations, Fullerton Hills market snapshot, Golden Hills spotlight, trail updates, and seller & buyer insights.

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July 2026 Seasonal Roundup — Home Maintenance, Events & Outdoor Activities

· 12 min read
July 2026 Seasonal Roundup — Home Maintenance, Events & Outdoor Activities

Mid-summer home maintenance tips for hillside properties, July & August community events, and outdoor activity highlights for Raymond Hills, Sunny Hills, and Golden Hills.

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Weekend Brief — July 4–5

· 10 min read
Weekend Brief — July 4–5

Independence Day weekend guide for Raymond Hills, Sunny Hills, and Golden Hills — Fourth of July celebrations, bike parade, fireworks, open houses, trail updates, and local happenings.

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Weekend Brief: June 27–28, 2026

· 5 min read
Weekend Brief: June 27–28, 2026

Your curated weekend guide — open houses across North Fullerton, Natural Light Photography workshop, Museum Center exhibit closing, trail updates, and local happenings.

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Weekly Fullerton Hills Digest — June 22, 2026

· 9 min read
Weekly Fullerton Hills Digest — June 22, 2026

City's new 50% bonus gift card program, Day of Music recap, Fourth of July preview, summer market snapshot, and open house tips for Raymond Hills, Sunny Hills, and Golden Hills.

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Fullerton Civic Guide

· 8 min read
Fullerton Civic Guide

City council districts, local government resources, and civic engagement opportunities for Fullerton residents — your complete guide to how the city works.

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Weekend Brief: June 20–21, 2026

· 5 min read
Weekend Brief: June 20–21, 2026

Day of Music Fullerton, open houses across North Fullerton, trail updates, and local happenings for the June 20–21 weekend.

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Why Fullerton Homeowners Are Pulling Listings Off the Market

· 6 min read
Why Fullerton Homeowners Are Pulling Listings Off the Market

Fullerton homeowner delistings are rising nationally. Here's what the data means for sellers in Raymond Hills, Sunny Hills, and Golden Hills — and how to avoid becoming a statistic.

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Weekly Fullerton Hills Digest — June 15, 2026

· 9 min read
Weekly Fullerton Hills Digest — June 15, 2026

City Council Open Space hearing June 16, Day of Music on June 21, Fourth of July preview, summer trail conditions, and market trends for Raymond Hills, Sunny Hills, and Golden Hills.

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Which North Fullerton Neighborhood Is Right for Families?

· 9 min read
Which North Fullerton Neighborhood Is Right for Families?

A firsthand neighborhood comparison of Raymond Hills, Sunny Hills, and Golden Hills for families — school ratings, lot sizes, trail access, and community feel from a 18-year resident.

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Weekend Brief: June 13–14, 2026

· 5 min read
Weekend Brief: June 13–14, 2026

Festival of Fruit at CSUF, Muck JazzFest finale, Night Market, open houses, and trail updates for the June 13–14 weekend.

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Weekly Fullerton Hills Digest — June 11, 2026

· 9 min read
Weekly Fullerton Hills Digest — June 11, 2026

Festival of Fruit at CSUF, Sunny Hills street rehabilitation project, Open Space public hearing, summer trail updates, and current market trends.

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Weekly Fullerton Hills Digest — June 8, 2026

· 9 min read
Weekly Fullerton Hills Digest — June 8, 2026

Graduation celebrations continue, summer trail conditions, city infrastructure updates, and market trends for Raymond Hills, Sunny Hills, and Golden Hills.

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June 2026 Monthly Market Report

· 12 min read
June 2026 Monthly Market Report

Neighborhood-level market data for Raymond Hills, Sunny Hills, and Golden Hills — median prices, inventory, days on market, and year-over-year trends for June 2026.

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Weekend Brief: June 6–7, 2026

· 5 min read
Weekend Brief: June 6–7, 2026

Fullerton Airport Day, Pride Fest, City Council wins, student-built tiny homes, and active open houses across North Fullerton.

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Monthly Events Roundup — June 2026

· 7 min read
Monthly Events Roundup — June 2026

Your June 2026 guide to farmers markets, jazz concerts, family library programs, and community celebrations across Raymond Hills, Sunny Hills, and Golden Hills.

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Summer in Fullerton Hills — What to Know This Season

· 10 min read
Summer in Fullerton Hills — What to Know This Season

Your complete summer guide to Raymond Hills, Sunny Hills, and Golden Hills — home maintenance tips, trail highlights, community events, and seasonal neighborhood insights for June–August 2026.

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2026 Congressional Races — California's 45th & 46th Districts

· 8 min read
2026 Congressional Races — California's 45th & 46th Districts

A nonpartisan community update covering both congressional districts that serve Fullerton — meet the candidates, review primary results, and understand how these seats affect your neighborhood.

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Cyrus Cole Receives West Point Nomination, Class of 2030

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Cyrus Cole Receives West Point Nomination, Class of 2030

A proud Fullerton Hills community moment: local student Cyrus Cole has been nominated to attend the United States Military Academy at West Point, Class of 2030.

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Monthly Market Report Archive

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Monthly Market Report Archive

Previous and upcoming neighborhood market analyses for Raymond Hills, Sunny Hills, and Golden Hills — a living archive of Fullerton Hills housing data.

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North Fullerton Local Journal: Early June 2026

· 10 min read
North Fullerton Local Journal: Early June 2026

Your early June 2026 local digest for Sunny Hills, Raymond Hills, and Golden Hills — local school milestones, Fullerton Airport Day, CSUF graduation, Muck JazzFest, and active weekend open houses.

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North Fullerton Summer Kickoff 2026

· 8 min read
North Fullerton Summer Kickoff 2026

Explore the best early summer events, library programs, CSUF highlights, and trail updates in Golden Hills, Sunny Hills, and Raymond Hills for the June 2026 kickoff.

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Latest North Fullerton Market Update & Trends

· 7 min read
Latest North Fullerton Market Update & Trends

Explore the latest sales trends, home values, average price per square foot, and active inventory stats for Raymond Hills, Sunny Hills, and Golden Hills.

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Top Schools & Feeder Patterns on the North Fullerton Edge

· 10 min read
Top Schools & Feeder Patterns on the North Fullerton Edge

Explore Troy High, Sunny Hills High, Fullerton Union, Acacia, Laguna Road, Golden Hill, Ladera Vista, and CSUF. Discover academic corridors in North Fullerton.

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Weekend Brief — August 1-2

· 10 min read
Weekend Brief — August 1-2

First-weekend-of-August guide for Raymond Hills, Sunny Hills, and Golden Hills — open houses, Community Yard Sale, Disaster Preparedness Open House at Hunt Branch Library, Leo Fender Day at Fullerton Museum Center, Saturday Farmers' Market, trail updates, and community happenings across North Fullerton.

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Weekly Digest — July 27–August 2 (Events)

· 10 min read
Weekly Digest — July 27–August 2 (Events)

Late July community events in Fullerton and Orange County — OC Fair, Fullerton Night Market, Christmas in July Blood Drive, WSL Surf Competition, Independence Park Farmers Market, Women's Fest, trail updates, and the Open House Tips FAQ.

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