Curious about what the housing market will look like in 2026? You are not alone. For the past few years, affordability has been the biggest hurdle keeping many people from making their next move. Many buyers and sellers have been waiting for conditions to improve. The good news is that it is finally happening. In 2025, affordability reached its best level in three years, and experts expect that momentum...
If a move is on your radar for 2026, there is more working in your favor than there has been in quite some time. After a period when many people felt stuck, 2026 is shaping up to be a year with greater balance, more options, and clearer opportunities for those planning a move. This is not because the market has suddenly become easy, but because several key conditions are beginning to shift. Here is...
The housing market is showing more energy than it has in a long time, and the data supporting it is hard to overlook. Mortgage rates have dropped by nearly a full percentage point this year, and that shift is bringing buyers back into the market. Home loan applications are rising, activity is increasing, and sellers who act early may benefit from this momentum before competition intensifies. Let’s...
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...