The financial markets have been chaotic lately. The treasuries and mortgage backed securities have had huge swings within hours of a tweet from the White House. Tariffs and the possibility of inflation can push rates higher… meanwhile Inflation eased in March, with the headline Consumer Price Index ... » Learn More about Mortgage Rate Update April 17 2025
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San Fernando Valley Los Angeles Housing Market and Macroeconomic Update April 2025
A few recent observations on what’s transpiring presently as we’re entering the “Spring Housing Season” but in the middle of a chaotic economic environment: • Consumer confidence is down because of uncertainties – Tariffs, Jobs, Stock Market returns, selling or buying properties… Are these ... » Learn More about San Fernando Valley Los Angeles Housing Market and Macroeconomic Update April 2025
LA’s Housing Dilemma: Why We Have More Renters and Fewer Homeowners
Over the past 50 years, homeownership rates in Los Angeles County have fluctuated due to economic conditions, housing policies, and demographic shifts. Between 1954 and 1989, California saw an average of more than 200,000 new homes built annually, with multifamily housing making up a significant ... » Learn More about LA’s Housing Dilemma: Why We Have More Renters and Fewer Homeowners
San Fernando Valley / Los Angeles Real Estate: Trends Shaping the Market in March 2025
There are numerous elements interacting right now that are shaping the San Fernando Valley and Los Angeles real estate markets. Some key factors include inventory levels, interest rates, government-imposed tariffs, layoffs, wildfires, insurance, and HOA issues. Let’s break down some of this. For ... » Learn More about San Fernando Valley / Los Angeles Real Estate: Trends Shaping the Market in March 2025
Mortgage Rate Update, Tariffs, Inflation, and Debt: The Key Factors Driving Mortgage Rates
The financial markets and mortgage rates have experienced significant volatility over the past year. A quick glance at the 30-Year Fixed Mortgage chart reveals a fluctuation of approximately 1.5%—with current rates sitting in the middle of this range. Recent Consumer Price Index (CPI) data indicates ... » Learn More about Mortgage Rate Update, Tariffs, Inflation, and Debt: The Key Factors Driving Mortgage Rates