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2025 Housing Market: Is Now the Best Time To Sell?

Mortgage rates are finally moving in the right direction, and buyers are stepping back into the market. Recent data shows buyer demand increased significantly once mortgage rates reached a new low for 2025. The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) reports that applications for home loans are up 23% compared to the first week of September last year. If you have been waiting to sell, or if your listing...

Comfort Meets Community: 29125 Thousand Oaks Blvd, Unit D

This charming condo at 29125 Thousand Oaks Blvd Unit D offers an exceptional living experience in the scenic, sought‑after city of Agoura Hills. Designed thoughtfully for modern living, the home harmonizes comfort, convenience, and elegance. Elegant Interior & Layout Inside, the residence features two bedrooms and two full bathrooms laid out to make efficient use of space. The floor plan...

3 Reasons Affordability Is Showing Signs of Improvement This Fall

Over the past few years, many homebuyers have struggled to make the numbers work. Home prices climbed, mortgage rates rose, and for a lot of people, buying a home simply didn’t feel within reach. You may have felt the same way. Now there’s some encouraging news. If you’ve been waiting for a better moment to reenter the market, this fall could be showing early signs of improved...

Modern Retreat in Walnut Acres

At 23246 Canzonet St in Woodland Hills, modern design and California living come together in perfect harmony. Set in the highly desirable Walnut Acres neighborhood, this residence was created by acclaimed architect Mark Bielski, whose work is celebrated for combining bold architectural lines with warm, livable spaces. With dramatic vaulted ceilings, walls of glass, and seamless connections to the outdoors,...

A Creative Sanctuary in the Calabasas Hills

Imagine a home where mornings begin with sunlight spilling over oak-dotted hills, afternoons invite a dip in your saltwater pool, and evenings are spent creating music, art, or simply sharing stories under the stars. At 24537 Dry Canyon Cold Creek Rd, life feels like a retreat every day. This estate is more than a residence. It is a space designed to inspire, nurture wellness, and celebrate the beauty of...

Beautiful Mediterranean Estate: Inside 24410 Mulholland Highway

Tucked just off the iconic Mulholland Highway, this Mediterranean-inspired estate spans nearly a full acre of meticulously landscaped grounds. With 4,579 square feet of living space, the residence beautifully blends architectural refinement with the natural allure of its surroundings.   Elegant Interiors with Timeless Design Built in 2008, the home showcases classic Mediterranean style with...

History Shows the Housing Market Always Recovers

As the market continues to cool, many homeowners who didn’t achieve the price they were aiming for are deciding to pull their homes off the market. According to the latest data from Realtor.com, the number of homeowners making that choice has jumped 38% since the start of this year and 48% compared to last June. To give that some context, for every 100 new listings in June, about 21 homes were removed...

Could a September Fed Rate Cut Boost the Housing Market?

Powell Hints at Change At the Jackson Hole Economic Policy Symposium on August 22, 2025, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell suggested that a Federal Reserve rate cut may be coming in September. He acknowledged that while inflation in 2025 remains above the Fed’s 2% target, slowing job growth is raising concerns. Powell stressed that the Fed will remain data-driven and independent from politics, leaving...

Online Home-Buying Search Terms Recently Hit 2-Year High

Buyer activity is picking up again and the signs are hard to miss. Let’s take a closer look at what’s happening behind the scenes and why the housing market may be more active than it appears. Buyers Are Looking, and Search Trends Prove It One of the best ways to gauge what’s on people’s minds is to look at what they’re searching for online. According to Google Trends, interest in phrases...

Housing Market Forecasts for the Rest of 2025

If you've been keeping an eye on the market, you've probably already noticed some changes this year. So, what's on the horizon? From home prices to mortgage rates, here’s what the latest expert forecasts predict for the remainder of 2025 and what these shifts could mean for you. Will Home Prices Fall? Many buyers are hoping home prices will drop soon, and recent headlines showing slight dips in some...