New home construction is giving buyers something they have not seen much of lately. It offers a real chance to get both the home they want and the deal they need. More newly built properties are hitting the market, and builders are offering incentives that make these homes more affordable than many people realize. This combination does not come around often, and it is putting buyers in a surprisingly...
If you want to find the best deal in today’s housing market, here is the key. Focus on homes that have been on the market for a longer period of time. When a listing sits for a while, sellers often become more realistic and more open to negotiation. This is where savvy buyers are finding great opportunities that others overlook. The Opportunity: 1 in 5 Homes Has Had a Price Cut This Year Realtor.com...
When the holidays arrive, travel plans, family gatherings, and the general chaos of the season may make you think it is better to take your listing off the market or wait until 2026 to sell your home. But here is the truth. Waiting could cause you to miss a strong window of opportunity. While many sellers step back during the holidays, you can stay active, and that choice may give you a competitive...
After years of high mortgage rates and cautious buyers, the housing market is finally showing signs of renewed activity. More homeowners are listing their properties, and buyers are starting to engage again. For the first time in a long while, there is noticeable movement in real estate. It is not a dramatic surge, but it is a clear shift that could set the stage for a stronger housing market in...
From Calabasas Luxury to Coastal Living Navigating a home sale and purchase at the same time can feel overwhelming, but with the right real estate team, it can also be one of life’s most rewarding experiences. For Rebecca Polack, working with Holly and Chris Luxury Homes Group made what could have been a stressful process smooth, strategic, and even enjoyable. Rebecca began her journey in Mountain...
Nestled around the picturesque lake in Calabasas Park, one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in Calabasas, this home sale will always hold a special place in our hearts. Known for its scenic walking paths, waterfront homes, and peaceful atmosphere, Calabasas Park offers a lifestyle that’s as refined as it is welcoming. Helping our client, Jen Jones, sell her home here was not just a real estate...
If there were one simple step that could make your home sale smoother and more predictable, wouldn’t you want to know about it? A lot happens between the moment your house goes under contract and the day you close. Several things need to go right for the deal to stay on track. What many sellers don’t realize is that most hiccups during this stage can actually be prevented. That’s where the...
You’ve got big goals for 2026, and if selling your home is one of them, the work starts this year. What you do today could be the difference between a smooth sale and a stressful one. If you’re thinking of listing your home next spring, which is typically the busiest season in real estate, the smartest move is to begin your prep now. As Realtor.com explains: “If you’re aiming to sell in 2026,...
After a few years of a slower housing market, 2026 is shaping up to bring new momentum. Experts predict that more people will be ready to move, creating fresh opportunities for you to make your own move too. More Homes Will Sell Over the past few years, rising affordability challenges have caused many potential movers to hit pause on their plans. But that pause won’t last forever. There will always be...
A New Beginning in Dos Vientos, Newbury Park Sometimes the best opportunities appear when you least expect them. For Dominic Lechausser and his wife, a casual fireside conversation with Holly & Chris became the spark that turned a fleeting idea of homeownership into a reality , and led them to one of Newbury Park’s most desirable communities: Dos Vientos. From Renters to Homeowners Dominic...