The August 2025 numbers are in for the San Fernando Valley, and the story they tell is one of contrast. Single family homes and condominiums are following different tracks, and both buyers and sellers need to understand what’s driving today’s conditions. Reality, the market is more balanced than it ... » Learn More about San Fernando Valley Housing: A Balanced Market August 2025 Update
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Trump vs. the Fed: How Politics Could Drive Mortgage Rates Higher
President Trump has been all over the Federal Reserve pressuring them to lower interest rates since he took office in January. After the Fed Dropped their overnight rate a full percent the end of '23, they've been on hold. Tariffs, Immigration policies, sticky inflation, soft employment... The Fed ... » Learn More about Trump vs. the Fed: How Politics Could Drive Mortgage Rates Higher
New CEQA Reforms Could Finally Unlock Housing Development
CEQA Reform: A Much-Needed Boost for Housing in California If you've ever wondered why housing in California is so expensive, or why it takes years just to get a shovel in the ground on a new residential project, much of the blame traces back to a 1970 law: the California Environmental Quality ... » Learn More about New CEQA Reforms Could Finally Unlock Housing Development
Condo Market Shift: A Tale of Two Junes—2022 vs 2025
If you were watching the San Fernando Valley condominium market during the COVID-era boom in 2022, you might remember how red hot the market was. Interest rates were artificially suppressed, buyers were scrambling, inventory was tight, and condos flew off the market in just over two weeks. Fast ... » Learn More about Condo Market Shift: A Tale of Two Junes—2022 vs 2025
Need Better Rates? Start with a Better Credit Score
Credit scores are critical when it comes to qualifying for financing, whether it’s a mortgage, car loan, or even a new credit card. The higher the score, the easier it is to qualify and the better the interest rates you’re likely to get. Even a small difference of just a few points can have a real ... » Learn More about Need Better Rates? Start with a Better Credit Score