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
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Mortgage Rates Have Dropped to Multi-Year Lows But Your Exact Rate Still Depends on Your Profile
I always say “When you hear it on the news, it’s obsolete”. When you hear the mortgage rates have dropped from the media, it’s based on Freddie Mac data that can be a week old. Rates can change a couple times a day, depending on financial markets. Over the past year, we’ve watched mortgage ... » Learn More about Mortgage Rates Have Dropped to Multi-Year Lows But Your Exact Rate Still Depends on Your Profile
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