Market data as of October 2025. For the latest numbers in your area, see my live Altos Research market report. From my friends at Keeping Current Matters, a clear explanation of where mortgage rates were headed in fall 2025, and one your agents can use with every buyer and seller who asks, “Are rates coming […]
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Stop Selling Volume. Start Mastering Niche.
Market data as of October 2025. For the latest numbers in your area, see my live Altos Research market report. For my brokerage owners and elite agents, the latest C.A.R. 2026 California Housing Market Forecast isn’t just a set of numbers. It’s a data-backed mandate for strategic change. The era of high volume and effortless […]
A Tale of Two Trends: Why Resilience and Experience Are Key
Market data as of August 2025. For the latest numbers in your area, see my live Altos Research market report. I like to cut to the chase and get to what’s really happening in the residential real estate market. We’ve got a lot to unpack, from inflation woes to a surprisingly resilient housing landscape. Macroeconomic […]
Your Edge in a Tough Market
Let’s cut to it: This market isn’t for the faint of heart. High rates, expanding inventory with higher days on market, demanding clients: it’s a grind. But for the sharpest brokers, recruiters, and agents, it’s also a massive opportunity to outpace the competition. I’m borrowing and resharing the potent 3-2-1 structure and the inspiration for […]
Tax Bill Update: What You Need to Know for Real Estate
Updated: July 5, 2025 As a coach and consultant to real estate broker-owners, C-suite executives, recruiters, and agents, I’d like to share an important update on the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.” This significant tax reform legislation has successfully passed through both the U.S. Senate and the House of Representatives and has been signed into […]
A Broker’s Briefing: California’s Mid-2025 Economic & Real Estate Outlook
Market data as of June 2025. For the latest numbers in your area, see my live Altos Research market report. For California real estate professionals, the mid-2025 market is a story of critical divergences that demand close attention. While existing home prices are hitting all-time records and sales are up due to inventory rising for […]
Slow Start to California’s Housing Season as Prices Reach New Highs
Market data as of June 2025. For the latest numbers in your area, see my live Altos Research market report. The California housing market is experiencing a sluggish beginning to the season, with home sales seeing a year-over-year decline for the second time in four months. This slowdown is attributed to a combination of elevated […]
Tax Bill Advances in House: Implications for the Housing Sector
The House of Representatives recently passed the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” a legislative package featuring several tax provisions with notable implications for the housing industry, homeownership, and real estate investment. Key Tax Provisions Impacting Real Estate: The bill includes several measures relevant to the housing sector: Enhanced Qualified Business Income (QBI) Deduction: The deduction […]
Embracing Character: The Rising Appeal and Opportunity in Mature Homes
In today’s dynamic housing market, a fascinating trend is emerging: the growing prominence of mature homes. As of 2024, the typical home finding a new owner has a rich history, a testament to its enduring appeal and the evolving landscape of American housing, according to a recent assessment by Redfin. While the price difference between […]
Adapting to Change: Key Insights from Redfin’s 2025 Real Estate Agent Survey
Market data as of April 2025. For the latest numbers in your area, see my live Altos Research market report. An internal analysis by Redfin, based on its 2025 Industry Survey conducted by Jason Aleem, sheds light on the current state of the real estate industry from the perspective of non-Redfin agents. The company states […]





