A Dose of Soom
Previous editions filled with practical home tips, local San Diego favorites, inspiring people, and thoughtful real estate insights—saved here for whenever you need a Dose of Soom.
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🤔 What if this summer didn’t have to be productive to be meaningful?
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One of summer’s quiet gifts is the reminder that not every moment needs to be optimized. We live in a culture that often celebrates doing more, achieving more, and making every season count. But some of life’s most meaningful moments aren’t productive at all. They’re the ordinary days we barely…
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☀️ Summer Home Tip: Check Your HVAC Filter
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Before summer temperatures arrive in full force, take a few minutes to check your HVAC filter. A clean filter helps improve airflow, supports efficiency, and can reduce unnecessary strain on your system during the hottest months of the year. Why it matters: After months of lighter use, filters can collect dust,…
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👀 Market Update: A Possible New Tax on Second Homes?
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San Diego has a proposed Empty Homes Tax (Measure A) heading to a vote in June 2026. If passed, it would apply to second homes or non-primary residences that sit vacant for more than ~6 months (182 days) per year—with a potential tax starting around $8,000+ annually. The goal? To encourage unused homes…
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💡The Question That Changed My Mornings
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I recently listened to an episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast featuring stylist and author Allison Bornstein—and one simple question stayed with me: “How do I want to feel today?” Not “What should I wear?”Not “What looks good?”Not even how I want others to see me —but how I want to feel. Starting here can shift…
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Letting Go of Clutter
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With Earth Day this month (April 22), it’s the perfect reminder to refresh our spaces, clear out what’s no longer serving us, and make room for growth—both in our homes and in our lives. Sometimes our minds, like our homes, can feel cluttered. Holding onto every thought, expectation, or habit can make…
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🎤 San Diego Housing News: ADUs Can Be Sold Separately
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Wait… Soom Living is talking about real estate policy now? I know—not exactly the most exciting topic. But it does shape how people buy and own homes… so here’s a quick update. Cue the anchorwoman voice 🎤 California recently passed AB 1033, which allows local cities and counties to create rules letting homeowners…
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✨ A Different Way to Think About Procrastination
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I recently read something about procrastination that really shifted my perspective. It said that procrastination isn’t usually about laziness — it’s often our brain’s response to stress or overwhelm. When something feels heavy, uncertain, or intimidating, our brain tries to protect us by steering us away from it… even if…
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🪴Houseplant Guide
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Looking to add a little life to your home? Plants do more than decorate — they help purify the air and lift your mood. Worried you’ll kill them? I know, I know. Me too… I don’t have a green thumb, but I’ve managed to keep these plants alive since moving…