One of the most common questions that Realtors get is, “Can I Buy or Sell my Home Without Using a Real Estate Agent?” Here’s what we have to say on the subject. Today’s real estate market is one of the fastest-moving in recent memory. With record-low inventory in many market segments, including our own, we’re […]
Articles about the Real Estate Market
We feel that it is important for everyone to understand what is happening in the real estate market.
While many of our articles focus on California, we also share information about the market in the United States as a whole.
Buy vs Rent a House: How to Decide What’s Right for You
To Rent or to Buy, that is the question. – William Shakespeare OK, Bill Shakespeare never said that, but if he were alive today, he might. 😉 Since there is no one answer to the question, “Should I buy a house, or continue to rent a house (or apartment)”, we will try and give you […]
Is the Real Estate Market Going to Crash?
While many areas of the economy have contracted, the housing market has stayed remarkably strong. But can the good news last? When COVID-related shutdowns began in March 2020, real estate brokers and clients scrambled to respond to the shift. Record-low interest rates caused some lenders to call a halt to new underwriting, and homeowners debated […]
2020 Real Estate Market Recap
Well, folks, it’s been a long and difficult year for everyone. We will certainly be glad to ring in the New Year, and I’m sure you feel the same way. With 2020 wrapping up and 2021 only a few weeks away, we thought it would be a good idea to do a year-end wrap-up post […]
California Real Estate Sales and Price Report – September 2020
Despite the continuing COVID-19 crisis, and looming political climate, everyone still wants to know: How is the Market? The housing market is experiencing a V-shaped recovery since January of this year. As you can see in the image below, existing single-family home sales in California had been trending up from September 2018 and peaked around […]
Lowest Mortgage Rates in History: What It Means for Homeowners and Buyers
In July, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell below 3% for the first time in history.1 And while many Americans have rushed to take advantage of this unprecedented opportunity, others question the hype. Are today’s rates truly a bargain? While average mortgage rates have drifted between 4% and 5% in recent years, they haven’t always […]
The Real Estate Market Takes a Sudden Turn
It seemed to happen overnight. The residential real estate market here has turned! Taking advantage of unbelievably low mortgage interest rates, buyers are now out in force. We are seeing multiple offers on properties. We just had a listing that had 10 offers! All but one over asking price. This is happening all over! […]
