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  What's really happening in the Hot Springs Village real estate market? In this May 2026 Real Estate Update, Rick Marshall joins me from The Sunset Grill on Lake Balboa to break down the latest numbers, including home sales, average sale price, and days on market. We compare this year's activity to recent years, discuss what the trends may mean for buyers and sellers, and provide practical insight for anyone considering a move to Hot Springs Village. If you’re watching the market closely or planning your retirement move, this episode delivers the data and perspective you need. We also take a stroll over to the Balboa Marina to discuss the cost of boat slips.   • Join Our Free Email Newsletter • Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel (click that bell icon, too) • Join Our Facebook Group • Support Our Sponsors (Click on the images below to visit their websites.) __________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________

One of the best parts of homeownership is the freedom to customize your space. But not allrenovations are created equal. If you’re planning to sell soon, it’s vital to distinguish between apassion project and a profitable investment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Home design has come a long way over the years. Remember those formal living rooms thatlooked beautiful but hardly ever got used? Today’s buyers are looking for homes that make themost of every square foot, with spaces that fit the way people really live.The challenge is that not every home was built with modern lifestyles in mind. So how canhomeowners make their properties more appealing to today's buyers?The experts at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties help clients navigatethose questions every day. Pat Karley and Katie Dewar join us to talk about the features buyersare looking for, the trends shaping today's market, and how sellers can position their homes forsuccess.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Canada's housing market may finally be showing early signs of stabilization — but is this the beginning of a long-awaited recovery, or merely a pause before another downturn? In this week's episode of The Vancouver Life Podcast, we unpack the latest housing data, economic signals, and market shifts that could reshape real estate in Vancouver and across Canada.After more than three years of declining prices, sluggish sales, and buyers remaining firmly on the sidelines, several indicators are beginning to point toward something different. Listings are easing, prices are flattening, buyer sentiment is quietly improving, and institutional investors are once again making bold bets on housing. While uncertainty remains, the data is beginning to tell a more nuanced story than the headlines suggest.One of the most notable developments comes from Berkshire Hathaway, the investment giant built by Warren Buffett and now led by Greg Abel, which has made a stunning $6.8 billion all-cash acquisition of U.S. homebuilder Taylor Morrison. While the story is south of the border, the implications may reach far beyond the United States. Berkshire is famous for making long-term investments during periods of uncertainty — not when optimism is already priced in. The move raises an important question: does one of the world's smartest capital allocators believe housing weakness is temporary and that long-term demand fundamentals remain intact?There is another major shift poised to transform real estate: artificial intelligence in mortgage lending. TD Bank has introduced agentic AI into mortgage and HELOC underwriting, reducing application review times from approximately 15 hours to under three minutes. The implications are substantial. Faster approvals could reduce financing friction, speed up transactions, and ultimately change how buyers experience one of the largest purchases of their lives. While human oversight remains in place, this episode explores how AI is rapidly moving from novelty to necessity in housing finance.Closer to home, Metro Vancouver's presale condo market is sending what may be one of the strongest warning signals in years. In a stunning statistic, zero concrete high-rise presale projects launched in Q1 2026 — an almost complete freeze in one of the region's most important housing categories. Developers are struggling to secure financing as investor demand weakens, affordability deteriorates, and nearly 4,000 completed condos remain unsold. Yet paradoxically, today's slowdown could plant the seeds for tomorrow's supply shortage, potentially creating renewed upward pressure on pricing by 2028 and beyond.The latest market statistics for Metro Vancouver and reveals a market caught between weakness and resilience. Sales remain historically low — with May 2026 ranking effectively as the weakest May on record outside of the COVID lockdown period — yet prices are no longer falling meaningfully. Benchmark pricing rose modestly again in May, marking the second increase in three months, while median prices have climbed for five consecutive months and now sit just 2.5% below all-time highs.At the same time, inventory levels are beginning to ease, new listings have declined year-over-year for three straight months, and expectations for further Bank of Canada tightening have softened considerably. Markets are now pricing in an overwhelming likelihood of a rate hold, adding another layer of potential stability.The overarching question explored throughout the episode is simple, yet critically important: Are we witnessing the early formation of a housing market bottom — or simply a temporary stabilization before another leg lower?For buyers, sellers, developers, and investors alike, this episode offers a data-driven look at the signals that matter most — and what they could mean for the future of Canadian real estate._________________________________ Contact Us To Book Your Private Consultation:

Could we FINALLY see a Nickelodeon Resort back in Orlando? Also, I was SHOCKED to see THIS restaurant snubbed in the 2026 Michelin Guide. We'll also get into some real estate updates and your questions!

Need any advice or information, message us.We sit down with Richie Velasquez from Playa Grande Real Estate to get a candid, on-the-ground look at what's really happening in Costa Rica's booming property market. Having lived across Honduras, Panama, and Costa Rica for more than 35 years, Richie brings decades of regional experience, local knowledge, and a unique perspective shaped by his passion for photography, videography, and real estate. We discuss what buyers and investors may not be seeing in Guanacaste, whether we're in a buyer's or seller's market, and which price points are moving fastest. Richie also shares hard truths investors need to hear, why Playa Grande offers a very different vibe from Tamarindo or Nosara, hidden gem locations in Costa Rica, and where he sees Playa Grande heading over the next five years.Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsultContact us: info@investingcostarica.comRichie: richie@granderealestate.com

Interest rates have been rising over the past few weeks. It has meant that homebuyers and theirlenders have needed to get more creative with financing. The expert Realtors at BerkshireHathaway HomeServices Premier Properties say they are seeing strategies to reduce costs arebeing revived from years past. Pat Karley and Blake Fason explain techniques lenders arebringing back to make buying a home buying more affordable.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Real Estate Scams are a serious threat to people whether you’re buying, selling, renting orgetting a mortgage. Nationally real estate scams have led to more than $275 million in losses in2025, marking a 59% increase from scam losses in 2024. And locally, the expert Realtors atBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties report they see scammers daily trying toswindle them and their clients. Realtors, Pat Karley and Dawn Chadwick say making surescammers are stopped has become an important part of their job.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Santa Clarita Valley real estate update for Saturday, May 17, 2026.In this episode:Inventory in SCV has climbed by roughly 200 active listings over the last two months. Absorption rate has barely moved since the end of 2025. Mortgage rates are creeping up because the 10-year bond is shaky on the back of global instability, oil prices, and a wait-and-see Fed posture.For BUYERS in a hot pocket: the no-contingency game is mostly dead in SCV right now. A few years ago we saw buyers waive everything to win. Today, smart buyers are keeping their investigation period. Hear why removing all contingencies is a sticky place to be — and what to ask your agent if they're pushing you that way.For SELLERS: the #1 mistake right now is the wrong valuation strategy. Typing your address into Zillow, Redfin, or Realtor.com triggers automated AI surveillance — your property becomes a target for marketing systems before you've even decided to list. Hear the smarter way to get a real valuation from a local agent who represents SELLERS ONLY.

Canada's housing market is undergoing a profound shift — one that increasingly reflects the broader vulnerabilities developing within the Canadian economy itself. What was once viewed as a seemingly unstoppable engine of national growth is now revealing the risks of a country that has become deeply dependent on real estate activity to drive wealth creation, economic stability, and consumer confidence.Through the first four months of 2026, home sales across the Lower Mainland are down 10% compared to last year, despite 2025 already being the slowest market this century. Prices have now fallen to nearly five-year lows, inventory remains elevated, and foreclosure activity continues climbing at an increasingly concerning pace. Yet beneath the headline market statistics lies a much larger story — one about productivity, capital allocation, wealth inequality, and the growing fragility of Canada's economic model.At the same time, investment into productive sectors such as machinery, equipment, innovation, and business development has steadily weakened. Canadian workers now receive dramatically less capital investment than their American counterparts, while productivity growth continues to stagnate. The result is an economy increasingly reliant on debt expansion and rising asset values rather than true economic output.The consequences of that imbalance are becoming more visible. Wealth inequality continues widening as higher-income households with greater exposure to financial markets benefit from rising stock portfolios, while middle-class Canadians — whose wealth is often concentrated in housing — face softer home values, higher debt burdens, and worsening affordability challenges. The top 20% of Canadians now control nearly two-thirds of the nation's wealth, highlighting a growing divide between those benefiting from capital appreciation and those being left behind.Nowhere is the strain more evident than in the pre-sale housing market. New project launches have collapsed far below historical norms, major towers have largely disappeared from the pipeline, and developers are increasingly unable or unwilling to bring large-scale projects to market amid weak demand, financing pressure, and uncertain economic conditions. Low-rise wood-frame projects and townhomes are among the few developments still attempting to move forward.Outside of real estate, additional warning signs are emerging throughout the broader economy. Business closures are accelerating nationwide, with tens of thousands of companies shutting down in a single month. While new businesses continue to open, the growing instability signals weakening confidence, softer employment conditions, and mounting pressure on both commercial and residential real estate demand moving forward.The broader message is clear: Canada's challenge is no longer simply about home prices. It is about productivity, economic diversification, and whether the country can rebalance itself away from an overreliance on housing-driven growth. Temporary policy measures, buyer incentives, and debt expansion may provide short-term relief, but they do little to address the structural issues beneath the surface. Long-term stability will require faster housing delivery, streamlined development processes, stronger business investment, and a renewed focus on productive economic growth rather than asset inflation alone._________________________________ Contact Us To Book Your Private Consultation:

  Join me and Rick Marshall, #1 Waterfront Specialist with McGraw Realtors of Hot Springs Village, for the early Spring real estate update. Today, we’re coming to you from 21 Purista Lane, Hot Springs Village. This beautiful house backs up to the 8th tee box of the popular Granada Golf Course. After Rick’s update we’ll give you a tour.   • Join Our Free Email Newsletter • Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel (click that bell icon, too) • Join Our Facebook Group • Support Our Sponsors (Click on the images below to visit their websites.) __________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________

This is the last weekend for the FM Parade of Homes. Building your own home is the ultimategoal for some people. And the FM Parade is a good place to start your dream. With sixty homesin price ranges from under 300-thousand dollars to one and half million dollars, there is a lotthat can spur your imagination. The people who are good at helping you turn your dreams intoreality are the expert builders at Heritage Homes and the Realtors at Berkshire HathawayHomeServices Premier Properties. With us today are two of the expert Realtors, Pat Karley andBryan Buhr. So... How do people start turning their dream into reality?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Kern County Real Estate Review, Laurie McCarty breaks down what buyers and sellers need to know about the current Kern County housing market, including the latest numbers for homes for sale, homes sold, average days on market, average sold price, and months of inventory.This Open House, Open Mic episode highlights local open houses happening around Kern County, giving buyers a closer look at homes they can tour this weekend while creating more exposure for sellers and their listings.Laurie explains the Federal Reserve's latest decision to hold rates steady and what it could mean for mortgage rates, homebuyer affordability, and seller strategy. While the Federal Reserve does not directly set mortgage interest rates, its decisions can heavily influence the real estate market, buyer demand, and the cost of borrowing.The conversation then turns to the Middle-Class Homeownership Act, a California ballot measure aimed at helping middle-income Californians purchase newly constructed homes with 3% down while encouraging new housing construction across the state.Whether you are buying a home in Bakersfield, selling a home in Kern County, watching mortgage rates, or trying to understand where the local real estate market is headed, this episode offers practical, local insight to help you make a smarter move.Listen to the Kern County Real Estate Review for weekly updates on Bakersfield real estate, Kern County housing trends, mortgage rate news, open houses, homebuyer programs, and local market strategy from Laurie McCarty and The McCarty Group.

There is one thing that is incredibly important for Sellers when they put their home on themarket. Things like structure, updated décor, having all your utilities in good working orderobviously are important. But there’s something that people often forget that can cost themmoney! It’s cleaning. Sounds silly? It’s not! The expert Realtors at Berkshire HathawayHomeServices Premier Properties always say how your house looks is super important. PatKarley and Karena Carlson know how hard it is to keep your home looking nice when it’s onthe market. They have some important advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the reasons people are struggling to buy homes is that many people are burdened withhigh debt. From Gen X to Millennials to Gen Z many people in those age groups struggle withhigh debt and no savings. The expert Realtors at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PremierProperties work every day to help people buy homes. Pat Karley and Deb Clark say it takesdiscipline and planning to become debt free..See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We talk with Gavin Hegney a Property Analyst and Commentator about Perth's property market continues to show strong growth and attractive rental yields compared to Melbourne and Brisbane. While Perth remains investor-focused, Melbourne is more rate-sensitive and Brisbane sits in a balanced position.  You can have your say by leaving a voice message ►  https://www.speakpipe.com/realestateradio ► Website: https://aussierealestatepodcast.lovable.app ► Subscribe here to never miss an episode: https://www.podbean.com/user-xyelbri7gupo ► INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/therealestatepodcast/?hl=en  ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070592715418 ► Email:  myrealestatepodcast@gmail.com  The latest real estate news, trends and predictions for Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra, Gold Coast, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth. Gold Coast Real Estate, Adelaide Property Market, Luxury Real Estate Australia, Property Investment Podcast, Real Estate Trends 2026, Median Price Growth. We include home buying tips, commercial real estate, property market analysis and real estate investment strategies. Including real estate trends, finance and real estate agents and brokers. Plus real estate law and regulations, and real estate development insights. And real estate investing for first home buyers, real estate market reports and real estate negotiation skills. We include Hobart, Darwin, Hervey Bay, the Sunshine Coast, Newcastle, Central Coast, Wollongong, Geelong, Townsville, Cairns, Ballarat, Bendigo, Launceston, Mackay, Rockhampton, Coffs Harbour. #PropertyInvestment #RealEstateInvesting #FirstTimeInvestor #PropertyManagement #RentalYields #CapitalGrowth #RealEstateFinance #InvestorAdvice #PropertyPortfolio #RealEstateStrategies  #sydneyproperty #Melbourneproperty #brisbaneproperty #perthproperty  #adelaideproperty #canberraproperty #PerthRealEstate #hobartproperty  #RealEstate  #RealEstateNews #MortgageTips #PropertyMarket #FinanceAustralia #BrisbaneInvesting   #RealEstateDevelopment #adelaide #PerthRealEstate #FirstHomeBuyer #AustralianProperty #AustralianRealEstate #PropertyMarketUpdate #MortgageAustralia #FinanceTips #HousingAffordability #RealEstateTrends #AussieProperty  #MortgageRates #HomeLoans  #PropertyMarket #MortgageTips #InterestRates  #BrisbaneProperty #QLDRealEstate #PropertyInvestment #AustralianHousingMarket #AdelaideProperty #AdelaideRealEstate #InvestInAdelaide #SouthAustraliaProperty #AustralianRealEstate #HousingTrends#MelbourneHousing #MelbourneInvestment  #MelbourneMarket  #PropertyInvestment #RealEstateTips #WealthBuilding #InvestmentStrategy #HomeBuying #AustralianProperty  

Canada's housing market is once again at a critical inflection point—where early signs of stabilization are colliding head-on with mounting economic pressure and unprecedented government intervention. In this episode, the spotlight turns to a pivotal question: is the recent uptick in home prices the beginning of a recovery, or simply a temporary pause before deeper challenges emerge?For the first time in 12 months, Vancouver home prices have ticked higher. On the surface, this signals a potential shift in momentum. But beneath that headline lies a far more complex story. Inventory levels remain elevated—sitting nearly 40% above long-term averages—while sales activity continues to trail historical norms. The result is a market that appears to be stabilizing on the surface, yet remains fundamentally imbalanced.At the same time, governments are stepping in with increasing urgency. In what can only be described as a coordinated effort to revive the pre-construction sector, a fourth major stimulus measure has been introduced in as many weeks. The latest initiative—an $8.8 billion infrastructure investment—effectively shifts development costs away from builders and onto taxpayers, reducing upfront costs and potentially lowering new home prices by as much as 20%. Combined with recent tax rebates, these measures could put substantial savings back into buyers' pockets. Yet the broader implication is clear: such aggressive intervention typically signals a market under strain, not one operating from a position of strength.Meanwhile, financial stress is quietly building within the system. Mortgage arrears have climbed to their highest level in nearly a decade, with multiple consecutive months of increases—a trend not seen since the early days of the pandemic. As a record number of mortgages reset in 2026 at higher rates, the risk of further strain is rising. This is already beginning to surface in the form of increasing foreclosure activity, which has accelerated sharply in recent months.Yet despite these headwinds, pockets of resilience remain. Sales activity has shown modest improvement month-over-month, and the sales-to-active listings ratio has edged higher, suggesting that demand, while subdued, has not disappeared entirely. Even broader economic data offers mixed signals, with GDP growth exceeding expectations in early 2026 despite weakening employment trends.Taken together, the current landscape reveals a market caught between opposing forces. On one side, government stimulus, improving affordability, and modest demand are attempting to stabilize conditions. On the other, rising inventory, increasing financial distress, and inflation-driven rate risks continue to weigh heavily on the outlook.The central question now is not whether the market is changing—it clearly is—but in which direction it will ultimately break. Whether this recent price increase marks the beginning of a new cycle or simply a temporary reprieve will depend on how these competing forces resolve in the months ahead.For now, one thing is certain: the next phase of Canada's housing market will be shaped not by a single trend, but by the tension between policy support and economic reality—and that balance has rarely been more uncertain._________________________________ Contact Us To Book Your Private Consultation:

Buying or selling a home is a big deal and it can be scary. What if you make a mistake and buythe wrong house or you decide to sell without a good plan in mind? That’s why there areRealtors. And especially the expert Realtors at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PremierProperties. A good Realtor will guide you and help you make a decision, hopefully you won’tregret. Pat Karley and Blake Fason are here to talk about how they help Sellers and Buyers findwhat’s right for them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You’re selling your home! That’s exciting! But will your Buyer likely need to sell their house tobuy yours? The experienced Realtors at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Propertiesknow how to deal with issues like that. It’s called a Home Sale Contingency. Two of our expertRealtors, Pat Karley and Bryan Buhr are here to explain the rocky road contingencies can be forHome Sellers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  Today’s real estate update with Rick Marshall of McGraw Realtors showcases how affordable waterfront homes inside Hot Springs Village can be. One of the great things about Hot Springs Village is the economic diversity that makes it affordable for people in a variety of financial positions. Yes, you can find million-dollar homes on Lake Balboa, but you can also consider a $200K townhome like this one, located at 6 Opalo Place, Hot Springs Village. Contact Rick Marshall at McGraw Realtors: (501) 601-RICK (7425)   • Join Our Free Email Newsletter • Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel (click that bell icon, too) • Join Our Facebook Group • Support Our Sponsors (Click on the images below to visit their websites.) __________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________

When you see a home that’s for sale that is being sold “AS-IS” you know it’s very likely it willneed work.. and sometimes A LOT of work. The experienced Realtors at Berkshire HathawayHomeServices Premier Properties say often Sellers think that they can just tag their home to sell“AS-IS” and they won’t have to do any repairs. Our experts Pat Karley and Karena Carlson saythat there are plenty of misunderstandings from Sellers and Buyers about what selling a home“AS-IS” actually does.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your expert realtors at Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Premier Properties have some advice on that downpayment and why you might be throwing money out the window while you are renting!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Vancouver housing market has always been shaped by powerful forces — interest rates, government policy, global economics, and human psychology. But in early 2026, those forces appear to be colliding all at once, creating one of the most uncertain real estate environments the city has faced in decades.In this episode, we unpack the latest data revealing how dramatically the market has shifted. Sales in February fell another 10% year over year, following the lowest annual sales volumes in a quarter century. At the same time, home prices have now declined for 11 consecutive months — marking the second-longest price downturn in the region's modern history. For homeowners, investors, and prospective buyers alike, the central question is becoming unavoidable: how much further can the market adjust?Part of the answer lies in the broader economic backdrop. The market that once surged during the stimulus-driven boom of 2021 — fueled by ultra-low interest rates and unprecedented liquidity — is now navigating a dramatically different landscape. Today's environment is defined by global conflict, trade tensions, job insecurity, rapid technological disruption from artificial intelligence, and ongoing legal and political developments around land claims. The result is a level of uncertainty that has effectively frozen large segments of the housing market.At the same time, government policy is once again stepping into the spotlight. With transactions slowing and tax revenues under pressure, policymakers are beginning to introduce measures designed to stimulate activity. One of the most notable is the federal government's proposed housing affordability legislation, Bill C-4. If finalized, the measure would eliminate the federal GST on qualifying new homes for first-time buyers, potentially saving purchasers up to $50,000. While supporters argue this could meaningfully improve affordability, critics question whether demand-side incentives will meaningfully address supply shortages or simply inflate prices once again.Mortgage stress is also beginning to appear in the data. Canada's mortgage arrears rate has climbed to a five-and-a-half-year high, while British Columbia's arrears rate has reached its highest level in nearly a decade. Although the numbers remain low historically, the trend is notable — particularly as 2026 represents the largest mortgage renewal year in Canadian history. With millions of borrowers transitioning from ultra-low pandemic-era rates to significantly higher borrowing costs, economists are watching closely to see whether arrears continue to rise.Interest rate expectations remain relatively stable for now. Bond yields have recently moved higher following geopolitical tensions, pushing fixed mortgage rates upward as well. The Bank of Canada is widely expected to hold rates steady through most of 2026, leaving borrowers with little - further -  relief in the near term.And yet, not all signals point to collapse. Days on market have recently shortened, suggesting some buyers are beginning to re-enter the market as prices soften. Meanwhile, the sales-to-active listings ratio has moved out of deep buyer-market territory — a reminder that Vancouver's market rarely stays in extreme conditions for long.The coming months will determine whether this downturn becomes the longest in Vancouver's modern housing history — or whether the marke _________________________________ Contact Us To Book Your Private Consultation:

There’s a reason Buyers and Sellers rarely meet during a home sale. Imagine making one of thebiggest purchases of your life and not liking the person you’re buying from—or selling yourbeloved home to someone who doesn’t seem to appreciate it. The experienced Realtors atBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties understand how emotional home salescan be. Experts like Pat Karley and Deb Clark help keep Buyers and Sellers focused, which isone reason Realtors are such an important part of the process.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nearly 90% of homebuyers hire a home inspector—and for good reason. Buyers need to understand the home’s condition. But inspection reports can feel overwhelming, especially for first-time buyers.The truth is, no house is perfect. Asking a seller to fix everything can get expensive fast—and being overly picky can strain negotiations. So, what repairs should buyers actually request? According to the expert Realtors at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties, Pat Karley and Dawn Chadwick, if you really want the home, you need to be strategic about which repairs you ask the seller to handle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pat Karley is familiar voice if you are a KFGO listener - you can hear her every Friday with "Real Estate Update". But, did you know she is no stranger to the media business? Pat sits down for "Seat Yourself" during It Takes 2. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  Rick Marshall, #1 waterfront specialist inside Hot Springs Village, with McGraw Realtors, joins me to give his monthly update. We’re showcasing a house on Lake Pineda, 70 Estremedura Drive.   • Join Our Free Email Newsletter • Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel (click that bell icon, too) • Join Our Facebook Group • Support Our Sponsors (Click on the images below to visit their websites.) __________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________

Home inspections are part of almost every home sale these days. It’s not surprising that thesame issues come up in many inspections. The expert Realtors at Berkshire HathawayHomeServices Premier Properties know that and often counsel Sellers to make repairs beforetheir homes go on the market. Pat Karley and Deb Clark tell us what they see most often ininspections.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes people think about how good life was years ago. They remark on how simple it wasand not as hectic. Just for fun, two of our expert Realtors from Berkshire HathawayHomeServices Premier Properties took a look back to life in the 1960’s. Pat Karley and KatieDewar say while some things seem like life was great back then. They’ll still take today’slifestyle over the way things were in the 60’s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

January delivered a sobering wake-up call for Greater Vancouver real estate. Sales volumes collapsed 29% year over year—on top of 2025 already being the weakest sales year in a quarter century. That makes this not just a slow start to the year, but one of the most severe demand contractions the market has faced in decades. Against that backdrop, this episode dives into the newly released February data to answer the question on everyone's mind: how close are we to the bottom—and could 2026 actually be worse than 2025?The discussion begins with a critical stabilizing metric: mortgage arrears. Despite mounting pressure elsewhere, Canada's arrears rate remains flat at 0.25%, with just over 12,000 mortgages delinquent out of nearly five million. By global standards, this is extraordinarily low—especially compared to the U.S., where arrears sit more than six times higher. Historically, Canada has never experienced sustained spikes in this metric, suggesting that while prices are falling, systemic mortgage distress has not yet materialized.From there, attention shifts to a growing concern for long-term growth: British Columbia's rising perception as “uninvestable.” Recent legal developments surrounding the Prince Rupert Port Authority underscore a broader risk narrative—projects approved at every level can still face years of legal uncertainty. As foreign capital grows more cautious, the downstream consequences become clear: fewer housing starts, tighter supply down the road, and higher costs borne by everyday Canadians.The episode then tackles a powerful and timely issue—seller psychology. In one of the most competitive markets in over a decade, many sellers are attempting to cut commissions in an effort to preserve net proceeds. The irony is stark. With inventory at multi-year highs, days on market stretching to seven-year peaks, and price cuts routinely reaching $100,000–$150,000, execution matters more than ever. In a 9% sales-to-active ratio environment—the lowest in 13 years—pricing mistakes aren't corrected, they're punished. The takeaway is clear: this is the kind of market where experience, exposure, and strategy matter most.Zooming out, Toronto provides a cautionary parallel. GTA prices are now down 27% from their 2022 peak, sales are at post-financial-crisis lows, and inventory has surged to record January levels. Vancouver's February data shows similar stress. Sales fell to just 1,104 transactions—down 38% month over month and 29% year over year—ranking among the weakest months in two decades. Inventory now sits 38% above long-term averages, while prices continue their steady descent. The benchmark HPI has dropped for ten consecutive months, pulling values back to late-2021 levels.The episode closes with a crucial reminder: housing downturns don't stay contained within housing. Falling prices ripple outward—reducing government revenues, slowing construction, tightening credit, and ultimately weighing on employment and consumer spending. Some price correction is healthy. Prolonged, disorderly declines are not. The risk ahead isn't that the market is adjusting—but that we underestimate how deeply housing is embedded in Canada's entire economic system.This episode offers a clear, data-driven look at where we stand, why the bottom isn't in yet, and why the next phase of this cycle will demand far more discipline. _________________________________ Contact Us To Book Your Private Consultation:

When you put your home on the market.. it’s really like dating. You want to look good, so thedate goes well. You wear your best clothes and really clean up. It’s kind of the same withhouses. There are things that really don’t work anymore and some things that really neverworked! The expert Realtors at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties keeptheir eye on the latest housing trends. Pat Karley and Karena Carlson say trends that were oncethe latest and greatest are now, so last year!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last year, Scott Trench, former BiggerPockets CEO, made a big bet on real estate—selling $1,000,000 in stocks to buy rentals instead. A year later, he's on the show, and we've got one crucial question to ask him. Was it worth it? The man behind the mustache (yes, he's still got it!) is joining us today to give a life update and share how his huge financial decision played out. But a lot has changed in the past year, markets aside. Scott stepped down as BiggerPockets CEO and is now fully dedicated to BiggerPockets Money, helping as many people as possible find their own version of financial freedom. We'll go over his $1,000,000 stock sell-off, how his investments have been performing since then, his 2026 outlook, and why he believes many investors will be proven wrong about the housing market and real estate investments. Scott believes the next three years will be an “absorption” phase for real estate, but what does that mean for your property values, rent prices, and cash flow? And don't worry, Scott also shares what he's been doing since stepping away from 100-hour weeks as BiggerPockets CEO. In This Episode We Cover Was selling worth it? The results of Scott's $1,000,000 bet on rentals  Scott's growing fear about the stock market and AI-led price rallies  Scott's investment portfolio in 2026 and why he still has so much of his net worth in the stock market  The “absorption” phase begins, and Scott's 2026 rent price growth prediction Stocks vs. real estate: Are either truly safe in an economy like this? And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BiggerPockets.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-1229 Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠advertise@biggerpockets.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when the neighborhood where you bought your home has changed? Andunfortunately, the change is not for the better. It can be unnerving and it could be a financialdisaster because whose going to want to buy your house now? The expert Realtors at BerkshireHathaway HomeServices Premier Properties have strategies for almost every situation and evenones like this. Pat Karley says perhaps the most important advice is stop and really consideryour options.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The past few years the rising mortgage interest rates have created a so-called “golden handcuffeffect”. Realtor.com reports that nearly 82% of homeowners feel locked-in by their existing low-rate mortgage. But that appears to be changing the Federal Housing Finance Agencyreports that the share of homeowners with mortgage interest rates below 3% is slowly declining.The expert Realtors at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties are alwayskeeping an eye on the market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vancouver enters 2026 at a rare crossroads. Home prices have slipped to a three-year low, annual sales volumes have fallen to levels not seen in a quarter century, and yet Canadians brought a record number of homes to market in 2025. The disconnect between supply and demand is no longer theoretical—it's visible across prices, borrowing behaviour, and broader economic indicators.Beneath the surface, household balance sheets are doing more of the heavy lifting. While transaction activity remains subdued, borrowing against housing has accelerated. Recent national data shows home equity line of credit (HELOC) balances climbing to nearly $180 billion, the highest level in six years, after a decade-long pullback. Credit itself isn't inherently problematic—many homeowners use it productively to renovate or reinvest—but the concern today is why borrowing is rising while sales slow. When leverage grows to cover higher living costs or to refinance other debt, risk accumulates quietly. The current pattern bears uncomfortable similarities to 2017, when investor-led borrowing rose amid soft resale activity and a wave of new supply.Commercial real estate tells a parallel story of recalibration. Downtown Vancouver office vacancy rose to 12.8% by the end of 2025—the highest level in over twenty years—driven largely by oversupply from recent project deliveries and a continued “flight to quality.” Older Class B and C buildings now sit near 18% vacancy, while top-tier space remains comparatively resilient. Construction has slowed sharply, signalling that the market is adjusting, not collapsing. Even so, Vancouver remains one of Canada's most structurally resilient office markets, with vacancy still below Toronto and Ottawa.Early warning signs are also emerging in household stress metrics. Mortgage arrears in Canada reached a five-year high late last year. British Columbia remains below the national average, but at its highest level in six years. With more than one million mortgages set to renew in 2026—many at higher payments—this pressure is unlikely to ease quickly.A comparison with Toronto underscores Vancouver's uniqueness. GTA sales also fell to a 25-year low, but inventory there has surged to record highs and prices are now down roughly 27% from the 2022 peak. Vancouver's correction has been more measured—but persistent.Locally, December data reinforces the theme. Sales volumes remain well below historical norms, inventory is at a 12-year high for this time of year, and days on market have stretched to levels last seen in 2019. Prices continue to drift lower: the benchmark index is down for the ninth consecutive month, returning values to early-2023 levels, with detached, townhomes, and condos all sharing similar declines.Looking back, 2025 closed with the fewest home sales since 2000—yet also the highest number of listings on record. That imbalance sets the table for 2026: a market with abundant choice for buyers and intensified competition for sellers. What happens next will hinge on confidence—both in household finances and in the broader economic outlook. Next week, we'll outline what this means for sales, supply, and pricing as the year unfolds. _________________________________ Contact Us To Book Your Private Consultation:

The expert realtors at Berkshire Home Services Premier Properties have some tried and true advice for those planning on purchasing a home in the next year!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Powerball jackpot finally has a winner. After 47 drawings, someone in Arkansas is taking home $1.8 billion — yes, billion with a “B.” And if you didn’t buy a ticket, you already know the rule: you can’t win if you don’t play. Real estate works the same way. You have to buy in to build wealth. That’s something the expert Realtors at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties know well. Pat Karley and Deb Clark say many buyers wait for their “forever” home — and miss out in the process. Starter homes often offer the best opportunities, especially for first-time buyers andinvestors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The GoGaddis Real Estate Radio Show with Cleveland (Cleve) Gaddis | Atlanta Housing & Market Insight Presented by Modern Traditional Realty Group https://www.moderntraditionsrealty.com Atlanta Market Update: BPO vs Appraisal & Why Atlanta Events 2026 Matter Episode Summary: Know Your Atlanta Market The Atlanta Market is dynamic, but are you using the right tools to navigate it? This 12-minute segment gives you an essential "Tradition Meets Today" breakdown, covering the latest numbers, future growth drivers, and a crucial real estate valuation lesson. In Today's show we're starting with your Metro Atlanta Real Estate Update for the last 7 days - the newest listings, under-contract numbers, inventory shifts, and what these weekly trends mean for buyers and sellers. The Latest Atlanta Market Snapshot: We review the past week's activity. Get the numbers on 1166 New Listings, 575 Under Contract, and 1076 Closings. We also look at the 1234 Homes with Price Decrease—a key insight for both buyers and sellers. Benefit: Understand where prices and inventory are moving right now in the Atlanta Market. BPO vs. Appraisal: The Crucial Difference: Do you know the difference between an estimate and an official valuation? We clarify why a Broker Price Opinion (BPO) is an "educated estimate" used to price a home, while a formal appraisal is an "official valuation" required for a bank to approve a loan. Benefit: Avoid costly mistakes by knowing which valuation tool to use for selling, refinancing, or buying. Why Atlanta Events 2026 Are So Big: From a massive international influx for the FIFA World Cup 2026 (hosting eight matches, including a semifinal) to the College Football Playoff Semifinal (Peach Bowl), Atlanta is turning into a global stage. Plus, the Atlanta Beltline expansion continues, improving city connectivity. Benefit: Understand the cultural and economic boost—including the potential impact on neighborhood desirability—coming to the city. The insights shared on the show reflect the same guidance provided daily by Modern Traditional Realty Group. If you'd like a no-pressure conversation about your home's value, equity position, or the right timing for your next move, visit ModernTraditionalRealtyGroup.com or to connect with Cleve and submit questions for future segments, visit GoGaddisRadio.com.

Ohhhh BABY it’s cold outside! Pretty safe to say that few of us are looking forward to the nextfew days! This cold can be downright depressing UNLESS you have a distraction. How abouta warm vacation spot you can call your own? Our expert Realtors at Berkshire HathawayHomeServices Premier Properties have some good ideas about how you can make a dream likethat come true. Pat Karley and Katie Dewar are here to talk about what it takes to buy avacation home that you can use for yourself AND as an investment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We started the week getting an understanding of how the Erie residential real estate market is doing at the end of 2025, with team leader Josh Kitchen of Remax Real Estate.

What’s trending in home design right now? According to a new survey from the home-repairservice Thumbtack, contractors say 2026 will be all about creating homes that feel morecomfortable, more functional, and easier to live in. That part doesn’t surprise our expertRealtors at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties. But what does surprise themare the creative — and sometimes unexpected — ways homeowners are choosing to get there.Two of those experts, Pat Karley and Karena Carlson, share what’s catching their attention.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vancouver home prices have fallen for the 8th consecutive month, hitting their lowest level in 33 months. The December data confirms what many have felt for weeks: the market is cooling faster than most anticipated. Sales are slowing, inventory remains elevated, and both developers and institutional investors are feeling the strain. In this week's report, we break down what's driving this latest leg down — from stalled projects and falling rents to REIT dividend cuts, mortgage renewal pressure, and what to expect from the Bank of Canada next week.Let's start with development. One of Vancouver's biggest stories comes from Landa Global Properties, whose two-tower West End project was approved seven years ago but still hasn't broken ground. Originally slated for 129 market rental units and $75 million in community amenity contributions — about $169,000 per home — the proposal has since been reworked to include 51 social housing units, fewer market rentals, and no Passive House certification, in an effort to make the project financially viable. Despite its prime location, the developer says rising costs, high interest rates, and market softness have made the numbers impossible to pencil. It's a stark example of what's happening city-wide: pro-formas no longer work, lenders are pulling back, and the result will be fewer new homes hitting the market in the years ahead.The arrears rate, however, remains surprisingly stable. At 0.24%, it's unchanged month-over-month — meaning 99.76% of mortgages are still being paid on time. Ontario saw a small uptick to 0.25%, but B.C. held steady at 0.21%. Despite six months into the “renewal wall,” Canadians are holding up better than expected. The real stress test arrives in 2026, when nearly one-third of all mortgages will reset at higher rates. Still, arrears remain 32% below their 30-year average, suggesting that for now, borrowers are managing the pressure.An intriguing shift is showing up in the banking data: for the first time in 35 years, the total number of active mortgages is falling — down nearly 2% year-over-year. Normally that number rises 2–5% annually. Some of the decline may stem from mortgage payoffs during the pandemic's liquidity boom, a slowdown in purchases, and the movement of lending to credit unions (which aren't included in the national data). It's another sign that both buyers and lenders are becoming increasingly cautious.Turning to the data, Toronto's prices are down 25% from the 2022 peak, and Vancouver's aren't far behind. December sales in Greater Vancouver fell 22% month-over-month to 1,844 units — the slowest pace in 25 years — and remain 21% below the 10-year average. Inventory dropped 12% from November but still sits 36% above the decade norm. The sales-to-active ratio fell to 13% (9% for detached, 14% for townhomes, 15% for condos).Prices followed suit. The HPI benchmark slipped another 0.3% to $1,123,700 — down 5.5% from  March's annual high — bringing values back to February 2023 levels. Median and average prices also declined, to $950,000 and $1.24 million respectively. _________________________________ Contact Us To Book Your Private Consultation:

How would you feel about taking 50 years to pay off a home loan? For many people, the firstreaction might be, “Will I even live that long?” Yet 50-year mortgages are starting to circulateas a possible way to make homeownership more affordable. Smart idea or something to steerclear of? Two of our expert Realtors at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties—PatKarley and Blake Fason are here to spell out the potential upsides and drawbacks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Those of us who live in this area know that it is a good place to live. While housing prices arerising across the country, this area is insulated from the huge price increases. Our expertRealtors at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties know of ways how best tocapitalize on that for their clients. Deb Clark and Pat Karley tell us how good we have it here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here’s the real estate update for October 2025 with #1 Waterfront Specialist for Hot Springs Village, Arkansas – Rick Marshall. Along with the update, Rick shares some insights on how homeowners inside Hot Springs Village manage drainage around their homes. And stay to the end for our Q&A session with Rick, Stump Your Realtor. Email me your questions, and maybe we’ll use those in the future: Hello@HSVInsideOut.com • Join Our Free Email Newsletter • Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel (click that bell icon, too) • Join Our Facebook Group • Support Our Sponsors (Click on the images below to visit their websites.) __________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________

Dive into the latest housing market trends and economic updates in this episode! We'll break down concerns over investors, homebuying now vs. later, AI in real estate, the future of housing, 50-year mortgages, and much more.Got questions? Drop them in the comments or email us at brennen@reportsonhousing.com for a chance to have them featured in a future episode!Time Stamps:00:00-Introduction03:49-Real Estate Update, Economics Update, and Government Shutdown Update09:49-Are Investors A Problem?14:10-Purchasing Now Or In The Spring18:51-First-time Home Buyers Metrics Worsening20:28-AI In Real Estate22:16-50-Year Mortgage…25:03-Conclusion

My guest in this episode is Matt Bowles. Matt co-founded Maverick Investor Group in 2007 as a fully-remote real estate brokerage to help people buy cash-flowing rental properties in the most investor-advantaged U.S. real estate markets, regardless of where they live. Maverick provides off-market buying opportunities for "turn-key" rental properties that are fully renovated with tenants and local property management in place, so you get all the benefits of owning the deeded real estate without the headaches of being the rehabber or the landlord. Matt and his co-founders at Maverick have helped individual real estate investors buy over $100 million in residential investment property across 15 U.S. States.Interview Links:Maverick Investor Group: https://www.maverickinvestorgroup.com/Subscribe To Our Weekly Newsletter:The Wealth Dojo: https://subscribe.wealthdojo.ai/Download all the Niches Trilogy Books:The 21 Best Cashflow NichesDigital: ⁠⁠https://www.cashflowninjaprograms.com/the-21-best-cashflow-niches-book⁠⁠Audio: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/21-best-cashflow-niches⁠The 21 Most Unique Cashflow NichesDigital: ⁠⁠https://www.cashflowninjaprograms.com/the-21-most-unique-cashflow-niches⁠⁠Audio: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/21-most-unique-niches⁠The 21 Best Cash Growth NichesDigital: ⁠https://www.cashflowninjaprograms.com/the-21-best-cash-growth-niches⁠⁠Audio: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/21-cash-growth-nichesThe 21 Next Level Cashflow NichesDigital: https://www.cashflowninjaprograms.com/the-21-next-level-cashflow-niches-book-free-downloadAudio: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-21-next-level-nichesListen To Cashflow Ninja Podcasts:Cashflow Ninja⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cashflowninja⁠Cashflow Investing Secrets⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cashflowinvestingsecrets⁠Cashflow Ninja Banking⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cashflow-ninja-banking⁠Connect With Us:Website: http://cashflowninja.comPodcast: http://cashflowinvestingsecrets.comPodcast: http://cashflowninjabanking.comSubstack: https://mclaubscher.substack.com/Amazon Audible: https://a.co/d/1xfM1VxAmazon Audible: https://a.co/d/aGzudX0Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cashflowninja/Twitter: https://twitter.com/mclaubscherInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecashflowninja/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cashflowninjaLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mclaubscher/Gab: https://gab.com/cashflowninjaYoutube: http://www.youtube.com/c/CashflowninjaRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-329875

2025 is wrapping up — but the real estate market isn't done yet! In this week's episode Todd, Courtney, and Ian break down the current state of the housing market across North Texas, including Plano, Dallas, Richardson, and Fort Worth. In This Episode: DFW Housing Market Update: inventory levels, home values, and buyer–seller balance Plano Snapshot: roughly 4 months of inventory = a stable, slightly seller-friendly market Average Days on Market: homes are taking longer to sell — 50–60 days vs. 20 in 2022 Interest Rates & Buyer Strategy: why now might be the best time to buy before spring 2026 Real Estate Agent Reality Check: 80% of agents sold zero homes in 2024–2025 — how to find a world-class agent who actually knows your market Local Data > National Portals: why Zillow and big national sites can mislead you — and where to find accurate, updated MLS info for DFW

In today's episode, Richard dives into three key topics shaping the South Bay market this fall. First, he breaks down interest rates and explains why local jumbo borrowers are landing roughly a full percentage point below national averages and how South Bay credit unions are offering some of the most competitive mortgage deals we've seen all year. Next, Richard shares a new segment on credit card rewards tailored for real estate. He highlights the Mesa card (earn points on your mortgage), the Bilt card (points for rent), and the Southwest Business Performance card (a travel hack for Realtors and business owners that can earn a two-year Companion Pass). Finally, Richard wraps up with a Q3 market recap, comparing how Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Redondo, and the Palos Verdes Peninsula performed this quarter, as well as, what trends may shape the rest of 2025. For more South Bay real estate insights, subscribe to Richard's weekly blog at https://haynesre.com/blog/