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2026 Market Report April 2026: The Truth Behind the Volatility | Escondido Real Estate Update
califorinia Apr 26, 2026

2026 Market Report April 2026: The Truth Behind the Volatility | Escondido Real Estate Update

While national headlines focus on “volatility,” the real story in Escondido looks very different. In...

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92026 Market Report April 2026: Is the Market Actually Shifting?
califorinia Apr 26, 2026

92026 Market Report April 2026: Is the Market Actually Shifting?

Headlines keep talking about volatility, but the real story in the 92026 zip code looks different. I...

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California 2026: Measured Market Rebound
califorinia Mar 19, 2026

California 2026: Measured Market Rebound

Is 2026 finally the year of the “Great Un-Pause” for California real estate? Join Brad and Karen Mat...

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Found a Good Mortgage Rate? Lock It In!
califorinia Dec 1, 2025

Found a Good Mortgage Rate? Lock It In!

If you’ve secured a favorable mortgage rate, now is the time to lock it in before market conditions ...

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califorinia Nov 24, 2025

California Home Sales Quietly Spark a Market Comeback

California home sales are showing signs of a comeback in late 2025. This update covers shifting sale...

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califorinia Nov 13, 2025

How to Reduce Capital Gains Tax on Home Sale in 2025 | Brad & Karen Mattonen

Minimize the tax bite when you sell your home. Explore proven strategies to reduce capital gains tax...

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California: Statewide Slowdown, Policy Shapes Supply
califorinia Oct 22, 2025

California: Statewide Slowdown, Policy Shapes Supply

California enters a 2025 housing slowdown—new construction stalls, sales pace cools, yet San Diego d...

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califorinia Oct 21, 2025

Will SoCal Home Sales Rebound?

After years of sluggish sales, SoCal’s housing market signals a strong rebound in 2025—with projecte...

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2025 Outlook: California Home Sales up 10.5%
califorinia Aug 13, 2025

2025 Outlook: California Home Sales up 10.5%

In 2025, California’s housing market is heating up, with home sales projected to rise by 10.5%. This...

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Build a New Home, Save $200K? Yes, in California!
califorinia Aug 6, 2025

Build a New Home, Save $200K? Yes, in California!

Did you know building a new home in California could save you up to $200,000 compared to buying an e...

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califorinia Jun 10, 2025

California Tops List of States With High Housing Costs in 2025 – video

California still ranks at the top for housing costs in 2025—but it’s not alone. In this video, we br...

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Get Your House Market-Ready | ⏳ The market’s not waiting. Neither should you.
califorinia Apr 16, 2025

Get Your House Market-Ready | ⏳ The market’s not waiting. Neither should you.

Is your home market-ready? The real estate market moves fast, and so should you! In this video, we’l...

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califorinia Nov 14, 2024

Should You Rent or Sell Your Home This Winter? A Guide for Property Owners

When it comes to deciding whether to rent or sell your home during the winter, property owners face ...

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Ready to see what $700,000 can get you in different corners of the country? VIDEO
califorinia Jun 3, 2024

Ready to see what $700,000 can get you in different corners of the country? VIDEO

Exploring $700,000 Homes: A Cross-Country Real Estate Tour Embark on a captivating visual journey wi...

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Home Improvement Projects to Increase Home Value and Attract Buyers
califorinia Jul 28, 2023

Home Improvement Projects to Increase Home Value and Attract Buyers

Home improvement projects, whether big or small, hold a reputation for significantly boosting the va...

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califorinia Apr 6, 2023

Maximizing Home Sales: The Role of Open Houses in Real Estate

Evaluating the Impact of Open Houses on Selling Your Home When it comes to selling a home, sellers a...

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califorinia Aug 6, 2021

How to Clear a Lien from Your House Title: Step-by-Step

Unless she checks her credit report periodically, the average American will often not realize that t...

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