Mortgages & Home Buying: An Analysis by the Numbers
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A new survey by mortgage lender Neighbors Bank was recently released and the numbers are incredibly revealing about the current state of home-buying as mortgage rates continue to remain at elevated levels. Here are some of the most compelling findings: Buyers are overestimating how high rates are. Read More
DEALS AND DELAYS PART TWO: MORE FACTORS THAT CAN STALL A SALE
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If you read my Deals & Delays Part One, you’ll know there are a lot of circumstances that can hold up a home sale. OK that’s the bad news. The good news? An experienced real estate agent can help you navigate these potential pitfalls and keep the process… Read More
Deals & Delays in Home Selling Pt. 1: What to Do and How to Avoid Them
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“You’ve got a deal!” Then, everything works perfectly, every detail goes smoothly, no hitches, no challenges and like magic, the home sale is complete. Not. In reality, deals wax and wane even after an offer is accepted, often getting caught up in the time period between… Read More
Summer Real Estate: Looking Back at the Market
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Now that it’s August, let’s take a look at what happened in the Los Angeles County June real estate market to see what insights we might glean for late-summer buyers and sellers. Thank you to Steven Thomas of Reports on Housing for always providing such timely and relevant information!… Read More
Emotion vs. Fair-market Value: The Psychology of Pricing a Home
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Recently, I listened to a podcast by the wonderful Steven Thomas of Reports on Housing that discussed the importance of and factors behind pricing in today’s market. No longer are we in the same kind of residential real estate marketplace we experienced from 2020 through the first half of… Read More
Summer Houses: What’s Happening in the Los Angeles Market?
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I recently listened to an episode of the wonderful Steven Thomas’ podcast, “Let’s Talk Housing, “moderated by Brennen Thomas. Below, I’ve summarized my key takeaways and thoughts about the brilliant market analysis Steven shared. Inventory and Demand Right now, there’s been a surge in inventory across the… Read More
Go Big and Go Home: New Study Shows Baby Boomers Are ‘Upsizing’
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In a recently published article by The Wall Street Journal, a new trend emerged: Instead of downsizing, the Baby Boomer Generation is now ‘upsizing,’ purchasing larger homes to live comfortably with more space than ever before. The statistics came from the National Association of REALTORS®’ 2026 Home Buyer… Read More
No Longer Living Rent-Free: Gen Z Takes Up Record Share of the Real Estate Market
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Gen Z accounted for 1 in 5 purchase rate locks during Q2 2026, or a 20% share of the U.S. marketplace, according to Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. This was a record number for the generation and a clear indication that the mortgage market’s center is shifting to encompass more and… Read More
How to Cut Your Energy Bills & Enjoy a Sustainable Summer
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With summertime fast approaching, everyone’s got energy (and energy bill) on their mind. How can you conserve energy and cut your monthly costs? Here are a few suggestions to help you create a sustainable summer! WINDOWS One of the best places to start creating a more energy-efficient home… Read More
From Beige to Bold: What Color Should You Use for Your Home?
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Did you know that there are certain colors that can elevate the interior and exterior spaces of your home? Designers generally agree that these hues fall into two categories: neutral and rich. In the neutral category you have your warm whites, your gentle beiges, your luxurious creams and in… Read More