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Deep Dive into Fresno’s 93722 Real Estate Market: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know Right Now
If you have been keeping an eye on the West Fresno real estate market, particularly the expansive and diverse 93722 zip code, you know that this area is always a focal point for buyers seeking…
Everything You Can Do at Bass Lake (And Why Fresno Should Treat It Like Our Own Backyard)
Bass Lake sits at roughly 3,400 feet in the Sierra National Forest, about an hour north of Fresno. Every summer around late June, I have the same conversation with someone in Fresno. They tell me…
Back to School, Fresno: Your Survival Guide for the First Week
It’s that time of year again — the pools are still warm, the alarm clocks are a little rusty, but somehow school starts next week. (Anyone else miss school starting the week after Labor Day…
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Deep Dive into Fresno’s 93711 Real Estate Market: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know Right Now
If you have been keeping an eye on the Northwest Fresno real estate market, particularly the highly desirable 93711 zip code encompassing the Fig Garden and Bullard areas, you know that this area is always…
Rumi Coffee Just Opened in North Fresno, and It Might Be the Most Beautiful Coffee Shop in Town
Fresno’s coffee scene just got a very exciting new addition, and if you haven’t heard about Rumi Coffee yet, consider this your official introduction. Rumi Coffee opened its doors this past weekend on the northeast…
California’s Housing Affordability: Why the Central Valley Remains a Bright Spot for Homebuyers
If you’ve been following the California housing market, you know it’s been a rollercoaster of shifting interest rates and fluctuating home prices. The California Association of REALTORS (C.A.R.) recently released their Housing Affordability Index (HAI)…
Deep Dive into Fresno’s 93705 Real Estate Market: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know Right Now
If you’ve been keeping an eye on the Central Fresno real estate market, particularly the established and accessible 93705 zip code, you know that this area is always a focal point for buyers seeking great…
How to Enjoy a Boat Day on the Lake (When You Don’t Own a Boat)
This past week, my family and I did something I’ve always wanted to do, but somehow never managed to make happen before: we enjoyed a full day together at the lake on a pontoon boat.…
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The Clovis Housing Market in Mid-2026: Why This Community Keeps Earning Its Reputation as a Smart Place to Buy
If you have spent any time house hunting in the Fresno-Clovis area, you have probably noticed something about Clovis: it never really goes out of style. Markets heat up, markets cool down, interest rates bounce…
My Analogue Summer: 6 Screen-Free Hobbies Quieting My Stress
I recently purchased an Oura Ring, hoping to learn more about my body’s current health, sleep patterns, and stress levels so I can improve them. I know stress is incredibly detrimental to a person’s health,…
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The June 2026 Housing Report: Why Fresno Buyers Are Making Their Move
If you’ve been watching the real estate headlines lately, you might be seeing some big numbers that feel a little disconnected from what we experience every day here in the Central Valley. The California Association…
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A Paw-fect Day Out for You and Your Pup
Anyone who knows me knows I’m a dog person. Our family dog, Fresno, has a way of making every day a little brighter. Whether he’s greeting us at the door, coming with me to the…
My Fresno Summer Bucket List
Even though it’s toasty out right now in my favorite city, there’s still so much fun and joy to be had. This time of year, I manage my dislike of hot weather by mimicking the…
ApCal Rock’n Ranch Is Turning 15 and Everyone’s Invited
If you’ve followed us on social media for a while, you might remember that we’ve hosted quite a few ApCal Rock’n Ranch ticket giveaways. It’s one of our favorite partnerships because we get to send…
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The Shop That’s Been Making Memories Permanent: Clovis Ink Tattoo
If you’ve driven around Old Town Clovis over the years, chances are you’ve seen Clovis Ink Tattoo. What you may not know is that it’s home to a pretty incredible local story. Back in 2007,…
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Meet the Fresno Cleaner Going Viral for Keeping It Real: Suhaila Mendoza’s Pure Essence Story
If you have spent any time on Fresno social media lately, there is a good chance you have stumbled across Suhaila Mendoza. She is the face behind Pure Essence Cleaning Company, and she has been…
Masa Madre Is Open: A Beloved Fresno Family Restaurant Reimagined
A few weeks ago, in my roundup of Fresno openings I was excited about, I mentioned Masa Madre, a new Mexican restaurant and tortilleria opening on the northeast corner of Palm and Bullard, and flagged…
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Colton’s Social House: A Clovis Go-To for Consistently Excellent Food and Service
There are restaurants you visit once just to try them, and then there are the restaurants that become part of your regular rotation—the places you recommend to friends without hesitation because you know they’ll deliver…
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Fresno Lunch Guide: A Father’s Legacy, a Son’s Passion, and the Best 99 Cent Taco in Fresno
There are lunch spots that impress you with their ambiance, their plating, their trendy concepts, and there are lunch spots that offer you something far more straightforward: incredibly flavorful food, genuinely warm hospitality, and a…
The May 2026 Housing Report
If you’ve been watching the real estate headlines lately, you might be seeing some big numbers that feel a little disconnected from what we experience every day here in the Central Valley. The California Association…
Clovis Floral & Gifts: The Old Town Gem You Need to Know About
My favorite local flower shop went out of business recently, and if you love flowers and occasionally gifting them like I do, you’ll understand what a bummer that was. Thankfully, I recently stumbled into a…
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How One Fresno Woman Turned Sacrifice Into a Luxury Brand
One of my favorite things about Fresno and Clovis is that behind almost every local business is a story. Not just a story about products or services, but a story about family, sacrifice, perseverance, and…
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The Fullback Classic: Celebrating NFL Legends and Community at Fresno’s PM Lounge
What an incredible time to be in Fresno! If you haven’t heard the buzz around town yet, let me be the first to tell you: we have a massive weekend coming up that perfectly blends…
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Fresno Summer Fun on a Budget: 5 Family-Friendly Deals You’ll Love
Summer is here, and with it comes that familiar question every parent asks around this time of year: how do we keep the kids entertained without draining the bank account? Between rising temperatures and gas…
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Fresno’s Own on the World Stage: Cheering for Max Arfsten and the USMNT Tonight!
What an incredible time to be a sports fan in Fresno! If you haven’t heard the buzz around town yet, let me be the first to tell you: tonight is a massive night for our…
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The Lifesaving Power of Community: Celebrating Our Local Student Heroes
You never really know when someone in your life may need blood. It’s one of those things we often take for granted until it suddenly becomes deeply personal. For instance, while I make it a…
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The Power of a Personal Trainer: Pushing Past Your Limits with Coach Felix Gonzalez
Have you ever hit a wall in your fitness journey? You start out strong, the motivation is high, and the results begin to show. But then, life happens. The initial excitement fades, the scale stops…
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Where to Swim (and Splash) in Fresno, 2026 Edition
This post is one I am consistently asked to get up as soon as the hot weather arrives for the season, and with mid-ninety degree days in the current forecast and school nearly out for…
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This Community Built Us ❤️
What started as a vision to build something different has grown into a team that genuinely cares about people, relationships, and the community we call home. Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of helping…
Open House Season Is Officially Here! Here’s Why That Matters for Buyers and Sellers
There’s a reason real estate activity always starts feeling different around this time of year. As summer approaches, more homes begin hitting the market, more buyers start actively touring properties, and weekends quickly fill up…
5 Things I’m Excited About in Fresno: May 2026 Edition
Periodically, I like to share my excitement about local businesses, even ones I haven’t had a chance to visit yet, because regardless of my calendar and availability, getting other locals excited and showing up makes…
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Fresno Lunch Guide: The No-Frills Chinese Take-Out Gem That’s All About the Food
Before we talk about lunch, I need to tell you a little something about Ding Ho Kitchen and my family. For as long as my son can remember, and he is now in college, Ding…
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Graduates, Your Krispy Kreme Reward Is Waiting 🍩🎓
Graduation season is officially here, and Krispy Kreme is celebrating the Class of 2026 with free doughnuts for graduates this Thursday, May 21.🎓 Yep, if you’re graduating from high school or college, all you have…
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The Central Valley Advantage: Why Our Real Estate Market is Built Different
If you’ve been paying attention to the national or even statewide real estate headlines lately, you might be feeling a little uncertain. You might be seeing stories about record-high prices across California and wondering what…
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Fresno Lunch Guide: The Burger Institution That’s Been Flipping Patties Since 1963
Some lunch cravings are very specific, they’re not “I want something good.” More like: I want a fountain soda, ice cold, perfectly crispy, in a big cup. I want salty, crinkle fries. If you’ve ever…
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One Application Could Change a Future
One of the things I’ve come to appreciate even more while serving as President of the Fresno Association of REALTORS® is how much impact we can make when we invest in the next generation. That’s…
Fresno Lunch Guide: The Street Taco Legend That Started With an Extension Cord and a Dream
I want to be upfront with you about something before we dive in to this latest blog in my Lunch Spots series – every installment of this series features a Fresno lunch spot that has…
The Ice is Back: The Complete History and Triumphant Return of the Fresno Falcons
For nearly two decades, the chill of the ice and the roar of the crowd have been missing from downtown Fresno. But as of May 6, 2026, the wait is officially over. The Fresno Falcons,…
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$8.8M Ranch Vibes, Central Valley Soul: What This Santa Paula Estate Teaches Us About Fresno Real Estate
Let’s have some fun with this one. Because at first glance, this property in Santa Paula feels like a completely different world than Fresno. Different price point.Different buyer.Different coastline. But stay with me… because this…
First Look: Strada Brings Housemade Focaccia and Italian Sandwiches to North Fresno
If you’ve been following Fresno’s food scene at all lately, you already know the name Jimmy Pardini. The chef and restaurateur behind Annex Kitchen, Annesso Pizzeria, and the much-celebrated Willow Osteria, which opened just this…
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Let the Sunshine In: Why Spring is the Perfect Time to Call MI Window Cleaning
As the days grow longer and the Central Valley sun starts shining a little brighter, many of us are throwing open our curtains to welcome the spring season. But if your view is clouded by…
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Get Baked 559: The Fresno Food Truck Turning the Humble Potato into the Main Event
Some of the best Fresno food stories don’t start with investors, big kitchens, or master plans. They start in a front yard… with a family trying to create something special. That’s exactly how Get Baked…
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Fresno Lunch Guide: The Deli That Turned a Neighborhood Grocery Store Into a Fresno Icon
There are certain places in Fresno that aren’t just restaurants. They’re institutions. Places entire families have been making part of their routine for generations (mine included). Sam’s Italian Deli on First and Clinton is exactly…
The Advantage Just Shifted in Fresno Real Estate
I had the chance to be part of the 2026 Real Estate Forecast panel this week, and here’s the real takeaway. Our market is shifting, but it’s not slowing down. Inventory is up, homes are…
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Fresno Lunch Guide: The Neighborhood Staple That’s Been Making Bierocks Since 1977
Some places become part of a neighborhood so quietly and steadily that they’re just always there, reliably good, generation after generation. The Berrock Shop on Bullard and West, in the Save Mart shopping center, is…
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The Farmer & the Bootlegger Might Be Clovis’ Coolest Hidden Night Out
If you’ve been craving a night out that feels a little more special than the usual dinner-and-drinks routine, Old Town Clovis has a new spot that absolutely deserves a place on your list. The Farmer…
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National Pet Day in Fresno: And Yes… Her Name is Fresno
There’s something about pets that just make life better. No matter how busy things get, they pull you back to what actually matters. Being present, getting outside, and not taking everything so seriously. And today,…
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Fresno Lunch Guide: The Downtown Spot That’s Been Packing Tables for Decades
If you’ve ever worked Downtown, you already know — and if you haven’t, consider this your introduction to one of the best-kept, not-so-secret secrets in all of Fresno. Mediterranean Grill is tucked into a small…
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Rally for the Valley: Fresno’s Biggest Real Estate Forecast Is Back (and You’ll Want a Seat)
There’s something about spring in Fresno, it brings energy, momentum, and that sense that big moves are right around the corner. And if real estate, business, or growth in the Central Valley is even slightly…
Bring a Taste of Italian Heritage to Your Easter Table with ENZO’S TABLE
If you have been reading my blogs here at FresYes for a while, you know there are a few things I absolutely love to share with you: incredible local food, businesses that pour their heart…
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