If you have been waiting for mortgage rates to drop, you are in luck because they have started to come down. The question now is whether this trend will continue and how low rates might go. According to housing market experts, there is still room for mortgage rates to decrease further over the next year. One important factor to keep an eye on is the 10-year Treasury yield, a key indicator that often...
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...
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,...
You’ve likely been waiting what feels like forever for mortgage rates to finally shift, and last week they did in a major way. On Friday, September 5th, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate dropped to its lowest level since October 2024. It marked the largest single-day decline in more than a year. What Caused the Drop? Mortgage News Daily reports the decline was sparked by the August jobs...
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...
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...
If you’re searching for a Calabasas luxury home for sale that combines modern elegance with breathtaking scenery, look no further than 26767 Mulholland Hwy. Nestled in the peaceful Calabasas hills, this contemporary estate offers the best of California living with both hillside serenity and convenient access to Malibu’s beaches. Priced at $7,300,000, it’s a rare opportunity in today’s...
Mortgage rates are still a hot topic, and for good reason. After the most recent jobs report came in weaker than expected, the bond market reacted almost instantly. As a result, in early August mortgage rates dropped to their lowest point so far this year at 6.55%. While that may not seem like a huge shift, many buyers have been waiting for rates to ease. Even a modest drop like this gives hope that we...
According to Fannie Mae, 90% of buyers either don’t know what credit score lenders are actually looking for or assume it needs to be higher than it really is. That’s a big deal, because it means many potential homebuyers may be holding back unnecessarily, thinking they don’t qualify. You might even be one of them. But the truth is, the requirements may be more accessible than you think. Let’s...
Thinking about selling your home? It's easy to run into a few common mistakes that can make the process more stressful or even lead to lost money. The good news is that these pitfalls are simple to avoid when you know what to look out for. Here’s a closer look at the most frequent missteps sellers make and how working with the right agent can help you stay on track. 1. Overpricing Your House It’s...