Utah Proposes Law To Encourage Starter Home Construction

Utah lawmakers will consider legislation aimed at easing the construction of new starter homes. Last week, state lawmakers introduced House Bill 184, which would create a process to allow people to request... Read more »
30-Year Fixed Mortgage Rate Drops Sharply by 98 Basis Points

30-Year Fixed Mortgage Rate Drops Sharply by 98 Basis Points

Big news for anyone thinking about buying a home or refinancing! The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate has fallen by a whopping 98 basis points over the past year, hitting its lowest... Read more »
Housing demand is off to a solid start in 2026

Housing demand is off to a solid start in 2026

Mortgage purchase application data Traditionally I don’t count the data from last two weeks of the year and first week of the new year due to the holidays, so last week was... Read more »
What a New Insurance Commissioner Means for CA Real Estate

What a New Insurance Commissioner Means for CA Real Estate

November seems far off, but some agents are looking to the fourth quarter and what the election for California Insurance Commissioner could yield. Carolwood Estates’ David Yadegaran is one. The Real Deal... Read more »
If the Chicago Bears Lose Against L.A. Rams, Will Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens Finally Get To Move Into Custom Texas Mansion?

If the Chicago Bears Lose Against L.A. Rams, Will Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens Finally Get To Move Into Custom Texas Mansion?

Simone Biles has embraced the role of Chicago Bears WAG with gusto in the months since she competed in her last Olympic Games—but today could see that period of her life come... Read more »
Rates Steadily Hold Below 6% for 30-Year Loan

Rates Steadily Hold Below 6% for 30-Year Loan

As of January 18, 2026, a sense of relief is washing over the housing market thanks to a noticeable dip in mortgage rates. My take? The average rate on a 30-year fixed... Read more »
MetroList broadens California MLS footprint

MetroList broadens California MLS footprint

MetroList— northern California’s largest multiple listing service (MLS) — has added the Madera County Association of Realtors to its platform. With the addition of the Madera County Association, MetroList now serves 15... Read more »
Ellen DeGeneres, Portia de Rossi Land Back in California

Ellen DeGeneres, Portia de Rossi Land Back in California

Ellen DeGeneres’ exile across the pond could be coming to an end.  The comedian and former talk show host closed the purchase of a $27.4 million estate in Montecito, Robb Report reported.... Read more »
A Hidden Beach Town Gem Along the Emerald Coast Is Seeing a Surge in Visitors—Here’s Why

A Hidden Beach Town Gem Along the Emerald Coast Is Seeing a Surge in Visitors—Here’s Why

A Gulf Coast beach town is seeing an increase in visitors after more airlines decided to offer nonstop service. For decades, Destin, FL, has drawn spring break travelers, especially from the Midwest,... Read more »
Cheapest Places to Buy a House in 2026

Cheapest Places to Buy a House in 2026

If you’re dreaming of homeownership in 2026, and your bank account is giving you the side-eye, I’ve got some good news for you. While the idea of owning a home might feel... Read more »