As a native of the San Fernando Valley, and selling real estate for over 40 years, I've seen several housing economic cycles. The San Fernando Valley housing market has always been shaped by a combination of economics, policy, interest rate cycles, demographic shifts, and more recently insurance, ... » Learn More about San Fernando Valley Housing Market: 1959 to Today — How We Got Here, Where We Stand, and What to Expect in 2026
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
Not All Mortgages Are Created Equal: Understanding the Power of Non-QM Loans
When you're navigating the lending world, especially here in the San Fernando Valley and Greater Los Angeles, you’re going to hear two terms thrown around a lot: Qualified Mortgage (QM) and Non-Qualified Mortgage (Non-QM). They sound technical, and honestly they are. But understanding the difference ... » Learn More about Not All Mortgages Are Created Equal: Understanding the Power of Non-QM Loans
San Fernando Valley Housing Market Update December 2025
As we wrap up 2025, I want to break down what’s really going on in the San Fernando Valley housing market. The big takeaway: single family homes and condominiums are behaving very differently, and lumping them together doesn’t tell the full story. Single Family Homes: Still Holding Their ... » Learn More about San Fernando Valley Housing Market Update December 2025
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