Refinance rates climbed significantly today, March 2, 2026, with the 30-year fixed refinance rate jumping to 6.99%, a substantial 51 basis point increase from last week, signaling a fresh bout of volatility... Read more »
California Legal Implications: New Transparency Rules for Trusts and Real Estate A significant shift in federal financial reporting is set to impact how trusts and business entities purchase real estate. As detailed... Read more »
HMDA reporting season has just wrapped as financial institutions were required to submit detailed data from the previous calendar year’s mortgage applications and loans to their regulators by March 2nd. But for... Read more »
California Legal Implications: Emergency Planning for Sudden Accidents The tragic and sudden passing of actor Bobby J. Brown serves as a heartbreaking reminder of the unpredictability of life. As reported by TMZ,... Read more »
NewMark Merrill Companies is moving forward with a Target-anchored shopping center development in Victorville. NewMark Merrill, in partnership with World Premier Investments and R.Y. Properties, received entitlements to develop Desert Sky Plaza... Read more »
California Legal Implications: Managing High-Value Estates and Intellectual Property Legendary singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka has passed away at the age of 86, leaving behind a legacy of chart-topping hits and an estimated net... Read more »
A group of Senate Democrats introduced a bill to exempt home construction materials from tariffs, a move the National Association of Home Builders has pushed for. S. 3943 would automatically exempt a... Read more »
If you’re a California resident who co-signed on a parent’s mortgage and now want your name removed, you’re facing a common but complex family and financial dilemma. This situation can affect your... Read more »
If you’ve worked in real estate for more than one market cycle, you know that the market is never static. Conditions evolve, consumer sentiment rises and falls, and timing matters. What’s different... Read more »
If you’re looking to turn $100,000 into passive income through real estate in 2026, focusing on markets with strong rental demand and affordable entry points is key, and there are definitely solid... Read more »