Why 2026 Already Feels Different for Homebuyers It’s only the beginning of 2026, but the housing market is already showing signs of change — and for once, it’s change in favor of buyers. After several years of high prices, limited listings, and unpredictable mortgage rates, this year is starting from a completely different place. Here’s what’s happening right now: 1. More Homes Are Hitting the Market Inventory is up 13%  compared to last year, according to national housing re

Buying in January Could Save You $23,000 — Here’s Why Bay Area Buyers Are Taking Advantage If you’ve been waiting for the right time to buy a home in the Bay Area, this might be your moment. Mortgage rates hovering near 6% are motivating buyers to jump back in — but January could offer an even bigger advantage. According to a LendingTree study, buyers who purchase a 1,500-square-foot home in January could save an average of $23,000  compared to those who buy in May. Why Jan

Compass’s expanded global reach powered by local expertise Big news dropped today! Compass has officially acquired Anywhere Real Estate (the parent company of Sotheby’s, Coldwell Banker, and Century 21), making us the undisputed largest residential brokerage in the world . This $1.6B merger gives Bay Area buyers, sellers, and investors unmatched local expertise backed by global reach . What Does This $1.6B Merger Mean for Our Clients Here in Silicon Valley? Sellers:  More ex

Mortgage rates have held surprisingly steady following the Federal Reserve’s December meeting — even after a much-anticipated 25 basis point rate cut . If you were hoping this would mean instantly lower home loan rates, the reality is a bit more nuanced. Why Mortgage Rates Didn’t Drop (Yet) While the Fed’s rate decisions influence the broader economy, mortgage rates are more closely tied to the 10-year Treasury yield , not the Fed’s short-term rate directly. After the Fed mee

Consumer confidence stayed mostly steady this month, showing that most Americans feel the economy hasn’t changed much recently. While younger consumers are feeling slightly more optimistic, middle-aged and older consumers remain cautious—mainly because of ongoing concerns about inflation and high prices. According to the latest survey from the University of Michigan , year-ahead inflation expectations dipped slightly from 4.7% to 4.6% , while long-term inflation expectations

The housing market is finally cooling after years of wild swings. According to the latest S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Index , home prices across the U.S. grew just 1.5% year-over-year in August  — the slowest pace since 2023. And in 9 of the 20 biggest metro areas, prices are actually down. Where Prices Are Falling Most of the soft spots are in the South and West , including several big California metros — San Francisco, San Diego, Los Angeles, and even Seattle . These markets

This fall, the Bay Area housing market paints a fascinating picture of divergence across regions and price points  — driven largely by how each area is influenced by the ongoing AI boom  and shifting buyer priorities. 🔹 Santa Clara County: The Tech Core Leads the Charge The South Bay  continues to shine as the most active core market this season. Median single-family price:  $2.0M ( +3.6% YoY ) Sales:  Up 13.8% Median days on market:  Just 10 days Cities such as Palo Alto (

Despite some spring slowdown sparked by April’s stock market dip and ongoing economic uncertainty, Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties...

Here’s your latest Bay Area real estate update for May 2025: Despite economic uncertainty across the region, Santa Clara and San Mateo...

Spring is here, and the Bay Area real estate market is heating up!  With home prices rising, mortgage rates dropping, and more homes...

On September 18th, the Federal Reserve lowered its key interest rate for the first time since 2020, which is great news for the housing...

Here’s What It Means for Real Estate 🏡 The Federal Reserve slashed interest rates by half a percentage point today, marking its first...

A common trend early in the new year is that buyers re-enter the market faster and in greater numbers than sellers listing new...

Welcome to our Real Estate Market Newsletter! In March 2024, the real estate market experienced significant activity, with notable...