Santa Clarita, CA Real Estate News

Happy Labor Day,We hope your family and friends are staying healthy and safe. Our family is doing well and enjoying the fruits of our labor.We have taken another exceptional new listing in Valencia. This 4-bedroom home has an additional room that can be used as an office or piano room. There is a downstairs full bathroom and bedroom. The home has a spacious open floor-plan with a vaulted ceiling. There's a three car garage. The professionally landscaped front and backyard boast a waterfall and the most incredible 180 degree view. We are proud to give you, our clients and friends, the first opportunity to see this 2003 built home before the general public. It is our way of showing you that we bring you more than just our friendship. We aim to earn your trust and future business.Take a Vi... 09/07/2020

​​Happy Labor Day, What a sad year for all of us. We have been forced to live life as if we were a third world nation. Masks, home-bound, no indoor eating at restaurants, small businesses going bankrupt, many businesses hanging on by a thread, hospitalizations and loss of life is hurting our American Spirit. The Stock Market and Real Estate Market remain strong.Labor Day Weekend, just like Mother's Day, Father's Day, Memorial Day & Easter will not be as enjoyable of events as we usually enjoy. We, as Americans, will keep our eyes on the future knowing that better days are ahead of us. Labor Day Weekend allows Buyers that are usually working an opportunity to see homes. Would you like to meet with us to discuss getting your home onto the market before the end of Summer? Traditionally the... 09/02/2020

Homes are selling briskly so learning about a listing before it reaches the market is a plus for many looking for a new home.  Summit Real Estate Group has an incredible 3-Bedroom 2-Bathroom plus Office on an enormous corner lot coming onto the market.  This incredibly beautiful home has new flooring, freshly painted, vaulted ceilings, remodeled kitchen, newer plumbing and windows a fireplace and fan lamps.  It is priced to sell quickly at $550,000Take a Virtual Tour & 3D Walk Through by "Clicking here"Call Us for more details or to set up a day and time to meet.Presented by your Friends & Realtor, Tony & Dani Lewis & Paul & Tracy DinkelSummit Real Estate Group Call Tony at 661-510-7975 or Paul at 661-510-3042 08/27/2020

Friends, Family & Clients,​​Home Inventory in California is at the lowest level since April of 2013. Demand for homes in at the highest since June of 2012. Current Inventory is 69% below one year ago. Mortgage Applications are up 27% over last year at this time. Interest Rates are driving up demand as the rates are below 3% for most buyers.This is a great time to list your home as the peak selling season which is traditionally in the springtime has been delayed until the present time due to the pandemic. Demand may wane as children return to school and we approach the holiday season. The days on market is currently only 35 days in Los Angeles County. It was 79 days one year ago.There doesn’t appear to be a realistic fear of foreclosures or short sales anytime soon. Statistics show that ... 08/21/2020

Dear Family, Friends & Clients,​​ We are now in a recession and the hope is for a V-Shaped Recovery.  This means that the economy goes down sharply and bounces back just as sharply.  This is not a time to act out of fear but it is also a time to protect ourselves should things end up worse than hoped for or expected.  Home ownership is highly desirable.  There is no need to panic unless you are not able to make payments over the next six to eight months should you lose income or ability to pay your mortgage.  This might be a time to consider selling an investment property or even your primary residence should there be any financial difficulty possible in the near future. Check with your lender, attorney or CPA regarding a three month mortgage moratorium for government loans such as FHA,... 03/31/2020

Valencia Westridge is located in the Santa Clarita Valley and a part of the sphere of influence of the city of Santa Clarita. We live in the gate community within Westridge. Our homes are just a mile from Six Flags Magic Mountain, two miles from the Valencia Westfield Mall, less than a mile from the five freeway and only thirty-two miles from downtown Los Angeles.The popularity of our community started due to being one of the safest communities of it’s size and escalated when it was noted as a one of the best places to live. The topper was when the news of the quality of our schools spread across the state.We are best known for being the host of Six Flags Magic Mountain which also offers Hurricane Harbor Waterpark. We benefit from having three major golf courses and hosting the Nissan O... 03/23/2020

Inventory is Weak at Best but the home sellers in the Santa Clarita Valley are happy! 02/25/2020

Dear Friends, Family and Clients,  Every year bring joy as well has heartache. We lost my brother to Agent Orange from the Vietnam War. He was only 69 and had everything in life to look forward to. We know you have had your own family issues. Life goes on and we need to remember that we need to stay strong for those that love us and depend on our love in return. Here's hoping that the New Year of 2020 brings you joy, happiness, prosperity and all of the good things that you deserve.We have created this New Year's Eve & New Years Day Events Page for your enjoyment.   Dani & I would like to make an Announcement. We are now Partners in the Summit Real Estate Group. Our new offices are located in Valencia Westridge and Orange County Aliso Viejo, Laguna Nigel and Laguna Beach. You are encour... 12/30/2019

​​Dear Family, Friends & Clients, Brand New Town-homes in Valencia. The Grand Opening is on Saturday, August, 24th. Interested? Give us a call to get you on the Priority List. There are several models ranging from 1,355 - 1,602 square feet with prices starting in the mid-$400,000's Would you like to see our New Listing in the Newest Lennar Community of Valencia West Creek?Check out this Incredible 4-Bedroom plus Loft Townhouse with a Bedroom & Full Bathroom Downstairs. Take a Virtual Tour, Let us know if you would like to see it!  End of Summer Fun on Labor Day Weekend Call, Text & Email us to discuss the value of your home and decide whether listing your home at this time makes sense to you. Are you looking to purchase a home? Let us know about the homes you would like to see such as: ... 08/17/2019

Family, Friends, Clients and all,The stock market remains on fire while the real estate market seems to have run out of gas. Home prices have levelled off and price reductions are running rampant. The Santa Clarita Valley is made up of six areas which include Valencia, Stevenson Ranch, Saugus, Castaic, Newhall and Canyon Country. The entire valley currently has 635 active listings of which is made up of 475 single family homes. Only 22 of these single-family homes are price below $500,000. Valencia has one single family home and Stevenson Ranch none priced below $500,000. The highest price home in our valley is located in the Valencia Westridge community and it is price at $4,000,000.This month we are going to key on the Creekside community. The community is one of the newest and best l... 07/29/2019

America, "Land of the Free & Home of the Brave" The sacrifices made by Revolutionary Freedom Fighters, Civil War Heroes, The Greatest Generation, Vietnam Vets & Soldiers ever since is beyond comprehension.  Giving up youth, future and an opportunity to grow old to preserve Freedom for the future Americans is something that can never be fully appreciated.  Freedom is not guaranteed.  The world can easily go back to the days of Kings, Dictators, Emperors & Czars.  Terrorism is a major threat but even more dangerous is complacency.  Believing that Freedom is to be expected rather than something that needs to be affirmed daily can cause it to be lost.  That is why we have Fireworks every 4th of July.  We need to celebrate the sacrifices and show our appreciation.  We celebrate to honor thos... 07/02/2019

Many of us have our own version of the American Dream.  To some it's financial, to others it's career and still others it's simply success.  To me Homeowner-ship is the true American Dream.I was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan at a time when this city was the envy of the world.  There was no luckier person in the world than me and being raise in a family in which home-ownership was our only option it was assured that I would be a homeowner as soon as financially feasible.  I tried buying my first home shortly after getting out of the Army but that one fell through.  Shortly after getting married I was able to complete this lifelong dream.  Home-ownership full-fills me as inviting people to break bread in a home that is my own feels incredible.  I wouldn't care if my home was a tent... 06/24/2019

Happy 4th of July 2019  Check out these Events & Things to do 4th of July 2019 Presented by your Friends & Realtor,Tony & Dani Lewis RE/MAX of Valenciawww.TonyLewis.com tonyglewis@yahoo.comCall/Text us at 661-510-7975with your real estate questions or to List or Buy a home. 06/22/2019

 Happy Father's DayFind and Event & Things to do inSanta Clarita, Los Angeles & Southern California    06/12/2019

There are many among us still suffering from the affects of Agent Orange during the Vietnam War.  We honor those that gave their lives, limbs, mental health and are still enduring the remnants of the war today.I was fortunate to be a relatively new Realtor in Santa Clarita, California in 1996 and had the good fortune to meet a couple selling their home.  The gentleman was walking through the home with an oxygen tank and apologized for his appearance.  He went on to explain that he was in the Vietnam War and had damaged his lungs from Agent Orange.  I listened intently and compassionately.  His wife was in the background listening and observing.  I explained that the war was no stranger to me as I also was in the Army during this horrendous war.About four months after our meeting there w... 02/20/2019

Happy Valentine's Day  Check out these events and things to do in Santa Clarita, Los Angeles & Southern CalforniaPresented by your Friends & RealtorTony & Dani Lewis RE/MAX of Valencia DRE # 01215778www.TonyLewis.com tonyglewis@yahoo.comLooking for any assistance with your real estate needs? Call/Text us at 661-510-7975 02/13/2019

Dear Friends, Family & Clients,The heart knows the love of health, happiness, family and a wonderful home. This is a great time of year to fulfill your lifelong dream of home ownership. It is also an incredible time to find a new home in a better location that fits our present family needs. The future appears to be bright, prices continue rising at a sustainable pace. Interest Rates have dropped recently and there is no rise in the horizon. Give a Valentine's Day Gift that will bring love to your entire family. Let's find you a new home. Let us know your criteria and we will send you listings as they hit the market. We will also send you a Market Evaluation for your present home and assist with all of your real estate needs. Want to find an Investment Property? We have been Landlords si... 02/05/2019

Our success is not an accident. It takes hard work and a team effort. Gene Bleecker of First American Title has gone far beyond expectations to bring his Title Company and personal relationship as a major benefit to our clients. Gene is always reachable and gives prompt professional answers to questions or concerns. Gene Bleecker is always doing his best to make sure to save our client’s transactions by doing special recordings when necessary.David, Vicki, Kathi, Michael & Joann, part of the management group at our RE/MAX of Valencia company are the backbone of our ability to bring the latest new, updates, legal protection and professional service to our clients whether they are selling or buying. Mercedes of Escrow Advantage is professional and also great at hand holding for our client... 01/16/2019

​​Happy New Year 2019 Happy New Year 2019Check out these Events & Things to doNew Year's Eve & New Year's Day 2018/2019Santa Clarita, Los Angeles & Southern California Every year brings new challenges. 2018 was no different. Rising interest rates, an unstable stock market, a trade war, fires, floods, our neighbors have endured many obstacles in 2018. 2019 brings new hope and promise. The American Dream of Home Ownership is alive and well. With little money down we can own our dream home or starter home at a good price with pretty good interest rates. Dani & I look forward to helping you in 2019 whether you are buying or selling your home. We are committed to our client's best interest at all times. Let us know if you would like to know the current market value of your home or would like... 12/29/2018

“Accept what life offers you and try to drink from every cup. All wines should be tasted; some should only be sipped, but with others, drink the whole bottle.”A Quote by Paulo Coelho writer of "The Alchemmist"It is said by some that variety is the spice of lifeI have lived my life with a sense of curiosity.  I was never the coolest or smartest or most popular but I had the something that others weren't aware of and that is my thirst to live a full and diverse life.  I have explored as many of the gifts that life has to offer in many aspects of my life. Friends - I lived at the border of two elementary schools so my at home were much different than the friends at school.  In fact, I was Anthony at school and Tony at home.  This rarity gave me more exposure to variety than most receive. S... 12/24/2018