Stevenson Ranch and the Santa Clarita Valley Located in the Santa Clarita Valley of northern Los Angeles County, Stevenson Ranch is a master-planned residential community west of Interstate 5, near the city of Santa Clarita. Although closely associated with Santa Clarita, Stevenson Ranch is an... more
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The housing market has changed. For homeowners considering a sale, the strategies that worked when properties routinely attracted multiple offers within days may not produce the same results today. Higher borrowing costs have changed what many buyers can afford. Buyers have become more... more
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The average U.S. mortgage rate has climbed to its highest level in nearly three years, adding another layer of pressure to a housing market already struggling with affordability. According to mortgage buyer Freddie Mac, the average rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rose to 7.28% this week,... more
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Mortgage rates have climbed for a fifth consecutive week, pushing the average rate on a 30-year U.S. home loan above 7% for the first time since January 2025. According to mortgage buyer Freddie Mac, the average 30-year fixed rate mortgage rose to 7.03% this week, up from 6.95% the previous... more
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Step inside a Modern Spanish home where warm details and generous proportions create an inviting sense of ease. The entry leads into an expansive living room, where a fireplace draws the eye and natural light moves through the adjoining dining area and kitchen. At the center of the kitchen, a... more
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California has introduced new protections for homeowners whose properties are damaged by wildfire smoke, even when the homes themselves never catch fire. Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed AB 1795, establishing what California describes as the nation’s first enforceable standards for testing,... more
Step inside Residence Four at Radiance at Solara in Corona, California, by Trumark Homes, where generous proportions and a considered floor plan shape the experience across two levels. At the center of the home, the kitchen, dining area, and great room come together as one expansive living space,... more
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Mortgage demand was essentially flat last week as borrowing costs remained elevated, giving both prospective homebuyers and existing homeowners little reason to make a move. Total mortgage application volume fell just 0.4% from the previous week, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association’s... more
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