The California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA) Dream For All Shared Appreciation Loan is back for 2026 and offering a powerful down payment assistance opportunity for first generation, first time homebuyers... especially here in Los Angeles, where saving for a down payment can feel daunting. The ... » Learn More about California Dream For All – First Time Buyer Program Returns For 2026
Regulations and Laws
How the New FinCEN Regulation Will Affect Real Estate Transactions… What Buyers & Sellers Need to Know
The U.S. Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has finalized a new nationwide rule that goes into effect March 1, 2026, and I’m already getting questions about how it will impact real estate transactions here in Los Angeles and Ventura County. As we know, there’s a lot of fraud ... » Learn More about How the New FinCEN Regulation Will Affect Real Estate Transactions… What Buyers & Sellers Need to Know
Are Foreclosures Really “Surging”? Here’s the Real Story Behind the Headlines
Every few months the news cycle grabs onto a dramatic housing headline , and the most recent one claims that “foreclosures are rising sharply.” Technically, some foreclosure categories have increased year-over-year, but the real question is: compared to what? When you look at the actual data, ... » Learn More about Are Foreclosures Really “Surging”? Here’s the Real Story Behind the Headlines
Reverse Mortgages vs. Home Equity Investments: Understanding the True Long Term Cost of “No Payment” Options
I have heard from several homeowners lately that want to tap into their equity. Refinancing into a standard forward mortgage is an option for some, but many don't want to mess with their existing mortgage, deal with a Home Equity Line of Credit with another payment, or they want to eliminate their ... » Learn More about Reverse Mortgages vs. Home Equity Investments: Understanding the True Long Term Cost of “No Payment” Options
Why Raising the Home Sale Tax Exclusion Is Crucial for Los Angeles – And It Looks Like It’s Finally Coming
When I talk to a potential seller of a property we have to discuss the potential tax consequences. An investment property can use 1031 Exchanges to defer taxes and use the proceeds to upgrade or diversify their real estate holdings. With an owner occupied residence the sale incorporates a limited ... » Learn More about Why Raising the Home Sale Tax Exclusion Is Crucial for Los Angeles – And It Looks Like It’s Finally Coming