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Will SoCal Home Sales Rebound?

Southern California home sales projected to rebound modestly in late 2025. Median prices expected to stabilize, showing ↑ ~1% annual growth. Pending sales forecasted to strengthen, signaling improved closing activity ahead. Mortgage rates likely to hover near 6%, supporting renewed buyer demand. Inventory growth anticipated to slow, tightening supply and...

5 Smart Ways to Achieve Mortgage Freedom Sooner

Speed up payments: Switch to biweekly payments to make an extra annual payment and reduce interest over time. Increase payments: Pay more toward your mortgage whenever possible to reduce your principal faster. Make lump-sum payments: Use windfalls like bonuses or tax refunds to make extra payments and lower interest. Weigh your options: Review your mortgage...

Why Is San Diego a Top Destination for Homebuyers?

• San Diego, home to over one million people, is famous for its beaches, perfect weather, and vibrant history. • Median home prices are ~$930K, with single-family homes at ~$1.1M, condos ~$610K, and townhouses ~$884K. • The city attracts new residents, with many homebuyers moving in from Los Angeles, Raleigh, and San Francisco. • Museums and performing...

San Diego Metro: Buyers Could See Lower Monthly Payments in 2026

San Diego–Chula Vista–Carlsbad, CA is projected to see a smaller monthly housing cost decline among the top 50 US metros in 2026. Monthly housing payments in the San Diego area are projected to fall 2.40% yearly, averaging ~$4,777/mo. Lower mortgage rates combined with modest home price growth are expected to reduce monthly housing costs. San Diego buyers...

Realtor.com 2026 Housing Forecast

In 2026, the U.S. housing market will see modest growth with mortgage rates averaging 6.3% and home prices rising 2.2%. Existing-home sales are expected to increase 1.7% to 4.13 million, while inventory grows nearly 9%, creating a more balanced market favoring buyers. Affordability improves as incomes outpace inflation, and rents decline, especially in the South and West. New construction offers...

San Diego Home Prices Up in November

In November, San Diego's median home listing price rose slightly to $850,000, with a 0.2% decrease in price per square foot, less than the national 1.2% drop. Listings decreased 5.2% from the previous month but were 18.5% higher than last year. New listings fell 25.5% monthly but rose 4.1% yearly. Homes sold in 45 days on average, faster than the national 64 days. Continue to full...

Lazerson’s 2026 mortgage and housing predictions

Mortgage rates are expected to dip into the 5% range, benefiting buyers and refinancers. The Federal Reserve will cut short-term rates three times, lowering the prime rate to 6%. A 50-year interest-only mortgage may debut, but portable mortgages are unlikely. Mortgage volume could rise 20%, while unemployment may increase to 4.9%. Home prices in Southern California are predicted to remain flat, with...

Happy Holidays

The middle of winter has long been a time of celebration around the world. Many peoples rejoiced during the winter solstice, when the worst of the winter was behind them, and they could look forward to longer days and extended hours of sunlight.Popular modern customs include gift-giving and the display of various holiday decorations.Here's wishing you Happy...

Top California Cities Where Home Values Are Seeing Major Gains

Six California markets have seen home values rise over 70% in five years, surpassing the national average increase of 40%. The top 20 cities show diverse home values from $283,000 to $4 million, with annual increases above 0.28%. Notable five-year gains include 81%, 76.7%, 75.5%, and several others above 50%, indicating strong investment returns across the state. Continue to full...

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