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More California REALTORS® expect COVID-19 to impact housing market,C.A.R. flash survey finds
More California REALTORS® expect COVID-19 to impact housing market,
C.A.R. flash survey finds
LOS ANGELES (March 19) – As the coronavirus pandemic continues to worsen, a growing number of California REALTORS® this week expect the pandemic to negatively impact their business, primarily with open house traffic, where 85 percent expect a negative impact in that area of their business, according to a flash poll conducted by the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (C.A.R.).
(Note: the survey was conducted March 14-16, prior to the "shelter in place" and the closing of non-essential businesses announcement in six Bay Area counties and Sonoma County and before Los Angeles' mayor issued temporary restrictions to slow the spread of the coronavirus.)
Highlights of the poll:
- More than three-fourths (78 percent) of California...
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Butternut Squash Avocado Muffins
Butternut Squash Avocado Muffins
TOTAL TIME:
60 min
PREP TIME:
35 min
COOK TIME:
25 min
These savory muffins combine the natural sweetness of butternut squash, the rich texture of a California avocado and the subtle flavor of coconut. Enjoy this muffin for breakfast alongside a dollop of cottage cheese or serve with steamy bowl of soup. A recipe variation adds chocolate chips to create delicious dessert muffins. These muffins are an excellent source of vitamin A (25% DV)and vitamin E (20% DV).
| 12 | paper muffin cups, optional |
| As needed | cooking spray |
| 1 lb. | fresh butternut squash, peeled and cubed, (or 1 cup canned pureed butternut squash) |
| 1 cup | whole wheat pastry flour |
| 3/4 cup | almond flour |
| 1 1/2 tsp. | baking powder |
| 1 tsp. | baking soda |
| 1/2 tsp. | salt |
| 1 tsp. | ground cinnamon |
| 1/4 cup | granulated sugar |
| 2 | eggs |
| 1/2 | ripe, Fresh California Avocado, seeded, peeled and mashed (about ¼ cup) |
| 1/4 cup | plain Greek yogurt |
| 1 tsp. | pure vanilla extract |
| 1/3 cup | almond milk |
| 1/3 cup | sliced almonds |
| 1/2 cup | chocolate chips, optional |
As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting.
Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Prepare muffin tin with paper muffin cups - spray each cup with cooking spray. Set aside.
- Cut butternut squash into cubes (around 1-inch square each) and bake on a cookie sheet at 350 degrees F for around 30 minutes or until fork tender. Cool, puree squash in food processor or use 1 cup of canned pureed butternut squash and set aside.
- Spoon flours into dry measuring cups and level with a knife.
- Whisk together baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon in a medium sized bowl. Set aside.
- Combine sugar, eggs, avocado, yogurt and vanilla in a large bowl and beat with a hand mixer until well combined.
- Add almond milk and pureed butternut squash, beating at a low speed until blended together.
- Add flour mixture to above mixture and beat at a low speed just until combined (don't over mix).
- Spoon batter into muffin cups and fill half-way. Sprinkle a few almonds evenly over each muffin. Top with chocolate chips (optional).
- Bake muffins for 25-30 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.
NUTRITION INFORMATION PER SERVING
Calories 170
Total Fat 7 g (Sat 1 g, Trans 0 g, Poly 0.5 g, Mono 1.5 g)
Cholesterol 30 mg
Sodium 290 mg
Potassium 260 mg
Total Carbohydrates 24 g
Dietary Fiber 4 g
Total Sugar 6 g
Protein 6 g
Vitamin A 218 mcg; Vitamin C 8 mg; Calcium 105 mg; Iron 1 mg; Vitamin D 0 mcg; Folate 21 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.03 g
% Daily Value*: Vitamin A 25%; Vitamin C 8%; Calcium 8%; Iron 6%; Vitamin D 0%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 Calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Homebuilder confidence slips again in February
Homebuilder confidence slightly fell again this month, according to February's Housing Market Index. The last three monthly readings mark the highest sentiment levels since December 2017.
The National Association of Home Builders and Wells Fargo, which publish the monthly report, revealed sentiment slipped by one point to 74.
While this is the second consecutive month for the sentiment to fall,
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Affordable Home Projects to Speed Up a Sale
Affordable Home Projects to Speed Up a Sale
Having a house on the market can be stressful. The longer it stays up for sale, the more anxiety you're likely to feel. There are a few things you can do that will boost your home's aesthetic and make them more appealing to potential buyers. However, it's important to keep an eye on your budget; you don't want to spend more on upgrades than you'll get back in home value. Here are a few ways you can update your home to draw in buyers without breaking the bank:
Savvy Staging
One of the...