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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
2026 Opening Day at the Del Mar Horse Races Horse racing enthusiasts are no doubt eagerly anticipating the 2026 thoroughbred racing season coming soon to the Del Mar Racetrack. Opening Day is this Friday July 17th. Thoroughbred racing at the Del Mar Racetrack at the Del Mar Fairgrounds will run through Monday September 7th. Races take place Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, with the exception that there are races on Monday (Labor Day) September 1st. Here’s the full calendar of events and races.  Horse racing at Del Mar is a favorite summer event for many area residents and visitors. There are plenty of fans from around Southern California and way beyond. Thoroughbred racing has been popular at the Del Mar racetrack for decades, with large crowds and plenty of famous, and not so...
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By Bandele Oguntomilade, Top REALTOR, Your Woodland Hills Real Estate Agent 818-825-6996
(Bogun Realty and Luxury Homes)
OPEN HOUSES SATURDAY + SUNDAY 1-4PM Property:                               10425 Larwin Ave, Chatsworth, CA 91311Virtual Tour:                          www.10425Larwin.comOffered At:                              $599,000Call:                                           818-825-6996 Property Description: Most Affordable 4 Bedroom Home in Chatsworth Rockpointe Community! CALL 818-825-6996.  www.10425Larwin.comOFFER DEADLINE is 5pm Tuesday 7-21-26. First time on market in almost 30 years! Once in a lifetime opportunity to acquire the most affordable 2138sf, 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home with attached-direct-access 2-car garage in the aspirational and most coveted Chatsworth Community of Rockpointe.  Key features include open concept, light and airy interior, separate family room from the for...
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By Mayra Espinosa Realtor San Mateo Pacifica Homes, San Mateo County Real Estate | Buy | Sell | Invest
(Mayra Espinosa Broker- Realtor - CA DRE# 01468791| Call 650-996-8961| CA DRE#01878277)
When people think about Pacifica, they often picture beautiful beaches, scenic hiking trails, and breathtaking ocean views. While these attractions are certainly worth visiting, there is another side of Pacifica that many people overlook.  It's a rich history. From early California ranches to historic landmarks connected to the region's first settlers, these hidden historic sites in Pacifica, CA offer a fascinating look into the city's past.Whether you're a longtime resident, a visitor from the Bay Area, or someone considering making Pacifica your home, these local treasures provide a deeper appreciation for the community and its unique character. Sánchez Adobe Historic SiteThe Sánchez Adobe Historic Site is one of Pacifica's most important historical landmarks. Built between 1842 and 1...
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By Mayra Espinosa Realtor San Mateo Pacifica Homes, San Mateo County Real Estate | Buy | Sell | Invest
(Mayra Espinosa Broker- Realtor - CA DRE# 01468791| Call 650-996-8961| CA DRE#01878277)
 Should you wait for the market to bottom out? Is it a Good Time to Buy Now?Many local buyers across the Peninsula are sitting on the sidelines right now, wondering if now is a good time to buy a house in Pacifica or if they should wait for the broader housing market to hit rock bottom. Whether you are searching for a home in the coastal hills, looking at family neighborhoods in Daly City, San Bruno, and Colma, or exploring the unique markets of Brisbane and South San Francisco—the celebrated capital of Genentech and the birthplace of biotechnology—the temptation to time the market perfectly is completely understandable. However, trying to catch the exact bottom of the real estate market is a risky strategy that often ends up costing buyers significantly more in the long run.The Problem...
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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
What’s the Value of my Solana Beach Home? Solana Beach Home Sales for June 2026 Solana Beach is a seaside community located south of Cardiff by the Sea and Encinitas. It’s also one of the more expensive towns along the North San Diego County coastline. Buyers and sellers need to have up-to-date information about local Solana Beach market conditions in order to make informed decisions about buying or selling Solana Beach Homes for Sale. READ MORE about Solana BeachSolana Beach Real Estate The following information was taken from the MLS (private sales are not included, nor are multifamily properties or mobile or manufactured homes). The data are believed reliable at the time this report was written but not guaranteed. 9 homes sold in Solana Beach in June, 6 fewer sales than last month. H...
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By Ken & Ari Walker - Husband & Wife Team, Your Direct Private Money Source
(Pacific Direct Mortgage)
Every rental property owner hits a moment where the original plan stops making as much sense as it used to. The question is whether you notice it before the market makes the decision for you.Holding is comfortable, and often the right call. A property with stable cash flow, consistent tenants, and favorable financing is hard to argue with. But equity builds quietly over time, and a lot of rental owners are sitting on significantly more than they realize without a plan for what to do with it. A property that doubled in value over five years may still look fine on the surface while the actual return on that equity has quietly shrunk.Selling makes sense when appreciation has run ahead of fundamentals, when a 1031 exchange can roll gains into a stronger position, or when the property simply...
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By inboundREM Market Updates
(InboundREM)
Luxury coastal estates Pedro PointIf you are researching luxury coastal estates Pedro Point, you are likely exploring one of the most exclusive and visually dramatic coastal enclaves in Pacifica, California. This is not a typical suburban housing market. It is a cliffside coastal environment where elevation, privacy, and ocean exposure define value just as much as interior finishes or square footage.As a local real estate professional working in Pacifica, I see strong and consistent interest in this pocket of the coast. The appeal of luxury coastal estates Pedro Point comes from its scarcity, panoramic Pacific Ocean views, and a lifestyle that feels removed from the city while still remaining connected to the Bay Area.Pedro Point Cliffside Living and Coastal Neighborhood CharacterPedro ...
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By inboundREM Market Updates
(InboundREM)
Quiet Valley Homes PacificaIf you are researching Quiet Valley Homes Pacifica, you are likely trying to understand what makes this residential pocket of Pacifica, California appealing for both home buyers and long-term homeowners. As a local real estate professional, I help clients evaluate neighborhoods like this based on privacy, location, home condition, and long-term value.The appeal of Quiet Valley Homes Pacifica comes from its peaceful residential setting, hillside surroundings, and convenient access to both the coast and San Francisco. Buyers are often drawn to the sense of separation from busier coastal corridors while still staying close to everyday amenities.Quiet Valley Neighborhood Setting and Residential CharacterQuiet Valley is known for its tucked-away residential feel, o...
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By inboundREM Market Updates
(InboundREM)
Sharp Park neighborhood homesIf you are researching Sharp Park neighborhood homes, you are likely trying to understand what makes this coastal area of Pacifica, California such a sought-after place to live. As a local real estate professional, I help buyers and sellers evaluate homes here based on location, walkability, ocean proximity, and long-term value trends.The appeal of Sharp Park neighborhood homes comes from its rare combination of beach access, small-town coastal living, and convenient connectivity to San Francisco. Buyers are drawn to the lifestyle as much as the housing itself, with strong interest from both local move-up buyers and Bay Area relocations.Sharp Park Coastal Neighborhood Overview and Lifestyle SettingSharp Park is one of Pacifica’s most recognizable coastal nei...
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By inboundREM Market Updates
(InboundREM)
Pacifica Hill top propertiesIf you are researching Pacifica Hill top properties, you are likely trying to understand what makes hillside and elevated coastal homes in Pacifica, California such a unique segment of the Bay Area housing market. As a local real estate professional, I help buyers and sellers evaluate these homes based on view quality, slope conditions, renovation level, and long-term value.The appeal of Pacifica Hill top properties comes from panoramic ocean views, cooler coastal weather, and proximity to San Francisco while still offering a quieter residential setting. Buyers are often drawn to the blend of natural scenery, privacy, and commuter access that defines this hillside market.Pacifica Hillside Homes and Elevated Coastal Neighborhoods OverviewPacifica’s hillside co...
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By Alex Gandel, Ventura/Los Angeles Counties Real Estate & Beyond!
(Top Producing Agent, Pinnacle Estate Properties)
What Helped This Texas Tract Home Sell at Its Asking Price?```Just Sold at 4985 Bowie Court in Simi Valley``` Why do some homes sell at their asking price while others linger on the market or require price reductions? The answer is rarely one single factor. Strong results typically come from the right combination of pricing, presentation, property appeal, local market knowledge, and consistent exposure. The recent sale of 4985 Bowie Court provides a timely example. Located on a cul-de-sac in Simi Valley’s established Texas Tract, this distinctive single-story home sold at its $1,099,900 asking price. A Home That Made a Memorable First Impression Long before buyers stepped through the front door, the home made an impression with its broad front elevation, dramatic peaked rooflines, colu...
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By Gary Frimann CRS, GRI, SRES, ABR, SFR, REALTOR and Broker, Notary
(Eagle Ridge Realty / Signature Homes & Estates)
Join your neighbors for an evening of great music, delicious food, and community fun at Troon Community Park! 📅 Sunday, July 19, 2026🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM📍 Troon Community Park 🎸 Featuring Live Music by Hot Summer Nights Band 🍖 Food Vendors: California Inspirations Nino’s Ice Cream  Bring your family, friends, lawn chairs, and blankets, and enjoy a relaxing evening filled with live entertainment and great food.By attending, you'll be supporting local musicians and small businesses that help make this community event special year after year.Come hungry, bring your dancing shoes, and enjoy a wonderful evening with your Eagle Ridge neighbors!We can't wait to see you there!
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By Jason Crawford, Moving to Lake Arrowhead? Start Here.
(Crawford Realty Group | eXp Realty)
Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Update: July 12, 2026By Jason Crawford | Real Estate Broker | Crawford Realty Group | Living in Lake Arrowhead | DRE Lic #: 01325837TLDR: Lake Arrowhead Market in 60 Seconds — July 12, 2026Lake Arrowhead is softening at the index level while prices hold and new listings push higher.The Market Action Index dropped from 34 last month to 31 today. That is a meaningful move in the wrong direction for sellers. Median list price came down to $730,000, but new listings are pricing aggressively at $812,000 — sellers entering the market right now believe in this price point even as the MAI says demand is cooling relative to supply.Inventory climbed to 415 homes. Price reductions are at 40%, the highest reading this community has posted in recent months. One perc...
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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
What’s the Value of my Encinitas Home?Encinitas Market Report for June 2026 It’s essential that Encinitas sellers and buyers have current information about local market conditions, and understand the affect they have on buying and selling, in order to make informed decisions about Encinitas homes for sale. Here’s what happened in the June 2026 housing market in Encinitas, based on data from the MLS (private sales are not included nor are manufactured, mobile, or multi-family homes). These statistics are believed reliable when this report was written but are not guaranteed. READ MORE: Encinitas – An Eclectic Seaside CommunityLeucadia- Surfers' Beach Community in Encinitas CA 46 homes sold in Encinitas in June, versus 43 last month. Here’s the breakdown of the housing activity. Single Fam...
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By Jason Crawford, Moving to Lake Arrowhead? Start Here.
(Crawford Realty Group | eXp Realty)
What Does $500,000, $750,000, and $1,000,000 Actually Buy You in Lake Arrowhead, CA?By Jason Crawford | California Real Estate Broker | Crawford Realty Group | DRE #01325837If you are thinking about buying a home in Lake Arrowhead, California, one of the first questions you are going to ask is: what does my budget actually get me up here?It is a fair question and it deserves a real answer, not a glossy marketing pitch, but an honest, on-the-ground look at what three different price points actually look like in the Lake Arrowhead real estate market right now.I am Jason Crawford. I am a California Real Estate Broker, a full-time Lake Arrowhead resident, and the host of the Living in Lake Arrowhead YouTube channel. I did not move up here to sell real estate from a distance. I live here. I ...
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By Wendy Rawley, Straight Talk. Clear Guidance. Real Results.
(The Wendy Rawley Team)
The Conforming Loan Limit Question Every First-Time Buyer AsksAnaheim Hills’ median sale price of $1,178,000 sits below the 2026 Orange County conforming loan limit of $1,249,125.That gap matters because it keeps conventional conforming financing on the table for many first-time buyers here, as long as the loan amount, not the purchase price, stays under the limit.FHA or Conventional: The Real Trade-OffFHA tends to open the door with a lower down payment and more flexible credit requirements, but the mortgage insurance follows the loan for most terms.Conventional conforming financing often requires stronger credit and a larger upfront down payment, but it allows mortgage insurance to be removed once enough equity builds.We remind our buyer clients that the lower down payment option is n...
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By Gary Frimann CRS, GRI, SRES, ABR, SFR, REALTOR and Broker, Notary
(Eagle Ridge Realty / Signature Homes & Estates)
Join your neighbors for an evening of great music, delicious food, and community fun at Troon Community Park! 📅 Sunday, July 12, 2026🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM📍 Troon Community Park 🎸 Featuring Live Music by JJ Dawg 🍖 Food Vendors:Drews BrewPin Pin Ice Cream Bring your family, friends, lawn chairs, and blankets, and enjoy a relaxing evening filled with live entertainment and great food.By attending, you'll be supporting local musicians and small businesses that help make this community event special year after year.Come hungry, bring your dancing shoes, and enjoy a wonderful evening with your Eagle Ridge neighbors!We can't wait to see you there!
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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
What’s the Value of My Carlsbad Home? Carlsbad Market Report for June 2026 The Carlsbad real estate market continues to evolve, with shifts from May and 1 year ago. Private sales, mobile homes and multi-family housing are not included in this report (the numbers are taken from the MLS and believed to be accurate as reported but are not guaranteed). Media market reports commonly tend to be generalized. As a result, they do not reflect the local housing market conditions (read more - How Local IS Local?). Up-to-date information, and analysis, about local market conditions will enable you to make informed buying and/or selling decisions about Carlsbad homes for sale. READ MORE ABOUT CARLSBADCarlsbad Village by the Sea 122 homes sold in Carlsbad in June (92008, 92009, 92010 and 92011), an i...
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By Ken & Ari Walker - Husband & Wife Team, Your Direct Private Money Source
(Pacific Direct Mortgage)
Your deal is good. Your credit is good. Your bank still said no.If you own rental properties in California and have tried to add another one through a conventional lender, you may have already hit this wall. Not because anything went wrong, but because the loan product you are using was never designed for someone in your position.Here is what happens: Conventional lenders calculate your debt-to-income ratio using every mortgage you currently carry. The rental income from those properties only partially offsets what shows up as debt on paper. By the time you apply for a third or fourth purchase, your DTI has often climbed past the 43% - 45% threshold that most banks require, regardless of how well the properties are performing. The deals are sound. The financing structure just has a ceil...
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By Wendy Rawley, Straight Talk. Clear Guidance. Real Results.
(The Wendy Rawley Team)
Why the Conforming Loan Limit Drives the Bridge-vs-Sell-First CallFor agents working with move-up buyers in Anaheim, the conversation about bridge loans, HELOCs, and sell-first strategies almost always comes back to one number: the Orange County conforming loan limit of $1,249,125.Anaheim's median sale price is $948,000, well under that limit. But once a client trades up in price and reduces their down payment, the next loan amount can quickly cross into jumbo territory, and that changes everything about DTI, reserves, and how competitive their offer can be.The Math Worth Walking Through With ClientsA move-up buyer targeting a next home around $1,469,000 with 10% down lands on a loan amount of $1,322,100, solidly jumbo. The same buyer at $1,560,000 with 20% down comes in at $1,248,000, ...
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By Inna Ivchenko, REALTOR® | Residential & Commercial
(Equity Union )
While many people know me for residential real estate, I also represent commercial clients throughout Los Angeles and Ventura County.Recently, I completed two industrial warehouse leases for repeat clients who needed larger facilities to support their growing businesses. • Glendale, CA – 10,000+ SF flex/warehouse space leased on a 3-year term with a 3-year renewal option.• Temple City, CA – 10,000+ SF warehouse leased on a 3-year term with a 3-year renewal option.My role extended well beyond finding the right space. I guided my clients through every stage of the process—from identifying suitable properties and conducting thorough property inspections to negotiating repairs and securing several months of free rent during the move-in period. The result was lower initial occupancy costs an...
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By Gary Frimann CRS, GRI, SRES, ABR, SFR, REALTOR and Broker, Notary
(Eagle Ridge Realty / Signature Homes & Estates)
🤠 Line Dancing ThursdaysRSVP for weekly Line Dancing lessons!When: Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Where: Pool Clubhouse PatioFeaturing Eagle Ridge resident instructor “Dirty Boot Dave”All ages are welcome. Eagle Ridge residents and their families are invited to join the fun.RSVP to Dave:Email: dirtybootdave@outlook.comInstagram: @dirtybootdave 
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By Gary Frimann CRS, GRI, SRES, ABR, SFR, REALTOR and Broker, Notary
(Eagle Ridge Realty / Signature Homes & Estates)
GET READY FOR MUSIC IN THE PARK! 🎶Join your neighbors for an evening of great music, delicious food, and community fun at Troon Community Park!📅 Sunday, July 12, 2026🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM📍 Troon Community Park🎸 Featuring Live Music by JJ Hawg🍖 Food Vendors: Drews Brew Nino’s Ice Cream  Bring your family, friends, lawn chairs, and blankets, and enjoy a relaxing evening filled with live entertainment and great food.By attending, you'll be supporting local musicians and small businesses that help make this community event special year after year.Come hungry, bring your dancing shoes, and enjoy a wonderful evening with your Eagle Ridge neighbors!We can't wait to see you there!
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By Gary Frimann CRS, GRI, SRES, ABR, SFR, REALTOR and Broker, Notary
(Eagle Ridge Realty / Signature Homes & Estates)
Aqua Aerobics  –  Get ready to make a splash!  Today, Monday, July 6, we are offering a special AquaZumba class featuring resident instructor Verona (Vee). Please note: This will be the last AquaZumba class for the 2026 season. 📅 Mondays at 6:00 PM📍 Eagle Ridge Community Pool 2026 Schedule: July 6 – AquaZumba July 13 – AquaFitness July 20 – AquaFitness July 27 – AquaFitness  Please continue to check the weekly community email updates for any schedule changes or additional class announcements.Questions? Contact: recreation@eagleridgehoa.usWe look forward to seeing you at the pool!
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