The Hidden Costs of Waiting to Buy

I’ve been in the real estate market in California for over 40 years, and if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that there is always something disruptive and uncertain happening in the world. Interest rates go up and down, elections bring change, economies shift, and unexpected events come out o

Decoding Affordability — What People Get Wrong About Buying a Home

Whenever interest rates rise, the first thing people say is, “I can’t afford to buy right now.” “Right Now” can turn into a year, 3 years, 5 years or even more  - that’s time you could have used to build equity and financial security for the future. Affordability is a huge concern in Southern Cal

Why Homeownership Still Provides Stability in Uncertain Times

For many families across Southern California and Arizona, the idea of buying a home can feel overwhelming. Interest rates are higher than they were a few years ago, housing affordability is a top concern, and for some, fears connected with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) create addition