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Malibu & LA: Best Hotel Stays

Malibu: Luxe, Quiet, and Coastal Chic   Nobu Ryokan Malibu Vibe: Ultra-private, exclusive, and designed with Japanese-minimalist luxury in mind, this boutique retreat offers a serene escape right on Carbon Beach. With just a handful of rooms, the experience is intimate, peaceful, and deeply refined, blending traditional Ryokan elements with modern coastal elegance. Why stay here:...

4 Things To Expect from the Spring Housing Market

Spring is here, and with it, the housing market is starting to heat up. If you’ve been considering whether now is the right time to buy or sell, here's a closer look at why this spring could be the perfect time to make your move. 1. There Are More Homes for Sale After a prolonged period of limited inventory, the number of homes available for sale is finally on the rise. Recent data from Realtor.com...

Rising Inventory Means This Spring Could Be Your Moment

Curious why this spring could be the perfect time to buy a home? Here are two key reasons: First, there’s more inventory available, and sellers may be more open to negotiating. That means you’ll have more choices and stronger bargaining power than buyers have had in years. Let’s break it down: 1. More Homes on the Market This February saw the highest number of homes for sale in the past five...

Mortgage Rates Reach Year’s Lowest Level

If you’ve been hesitant to buy a home due to high mortgage rates, now may be a good time to revisit the market. Mortgage rates have been steadily declining in recent weeks, creating an opportunity for potential buyers to re-engage. According to Freddie Mac, mortgage rates have fallen for seven consecutive weeks, now reaching their lowest point so far this year (see graph below). While this shift may...

More Buyers Are Making Moves — Is It Time To Sell?

More people are jumping back into the housing market, and if you've been waiting for the right time to move, this might be the sign you’ve been looking for. Over the past few years, many potential buyers put their plans on hold due to rising mortgage rates and affordability concerns. But now, more of them are stepping back in. They’re adjusting to the reality that this may be the new...