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

If you’re a Bay Area homeowner wondering, “Is it really a good time to sell?”  — you’re not alone. The answer might surprise you: For many local homeowners, yes — it’s actually a great time  to make your next move. Why? Because of one powerful factor working in your favor right now: your home equity. If you’ve owned your home for several years — or even a decade or two — there’s a good chance you’ve built up significant equity  thanks to consistent price growth in the Bay Are

What Home Buyers Need to Know About California’s 2026 Housing Updates Buying a home in California is about to look a little different in 2026. New housing laws are creating more options, stronger safety standards, and smoother approval processes  for buyers across the state — especially in the Bay Area. Here are the key changes you should know before making your next move. 1. SB 79 – More Homes Near Transit The Abundant and Affordable Homes Near Transit Act  allows higher-den

As we wrap up the year, many Bay Area residents are reflecting on one of the biggest decisions they made — buying a home . And while 2025 has had its fair share of uncertainty in the economy and real estate market, those who took the leap are finding plenty to be thankful for. If you’ve been on the fence about whether it makes sense to buy right now, here’s what many recent homebuyers would tell you: Even in a changing market, taking the step toward homeownership is worth it.

Mortgage rates have been the monster under the bed for a while. Every time they tick up, people flinch and say, “Maybe I’ll wait.” But here’s the twist. Waiting for that perfect 5-point-something rate could end up haunting your wallet later. The Magic Number According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR): “. . . a 30-year fixed rate mortgage of 6% would make the median-priced home affordable for about 5.5 million more households—including 1.6 million renters. If r

If you paused your plans to move because of high rates or prices, it may finally be time to take a second look at your numbers. Affordability is improving in 39 of the top 50 markets, according to First American. And that’s the 5th straight month where buying a home has started to get a little bit easier. Let’s break this down into real dollars, so you can see the difference this could make for you (and your move). Monthly Payments Are Coming Down One of the clearest signs

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