According to the California Association of Realtors (CAR), home sales jumped 5% from August and 6.6% year-over-year, marking the first annual increase since early spring. This turnaround follows a challenging summer where rising rates and affordability concerns cooled the pace of transactions across much of the state.

Unlocking Homeownership in California Buying a home in California can feel like an uphill climb — especially with rising prices and limited inventory. But what if there were a program designed to help you finally cross the finish line? That’s where CalHFA , the California Housing Finance Agency , comes in. Since 1975, CalHFA has been on a mission to make homeownership more accessible for everyday Californians through affordable financing, down payment help, and community-bas

Buying a home in California—whether it’s a condo in Burbank, a family home in Sherman Oaks, or a hillside retreat in Studio City—is one of life’s biggest milestones. But before you start house hunting, one of the most important numbers to focus on is your mortgage rate. Even a small difference in that rate can mean saving—or spending—tens of thousands of dollars over the life of your loan. The good news? Getting a great mortgage rate isn’t just about luck or timing. It’s abo

Luxury real estate in Los Angeles has long been defined by exclusivity, status, and design. But to me, true luxury is more than a price...