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Pending Home Sales Rise Slightly in 2026 as Buyers Return

More Home Buyers Are Going Under Contract, But Caution Remains The housing market is beginning to show signs of renewed activity as more buyers move forward with home purchases. After a slower start to the year, February brought a modest

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Mortgage Rates Rise Slightly in 2026: What Buyers Should Know

Mortgage Rates Edge Higher After Brief Dip Below 6% Mortgage rates have moved slightly higher after briefly dropping below the 6% threshold earlier this year. While headlines about rising rates may create concern among prospective buyers, the actual financial impact

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Home Sales Perk Up as Housing Affordability Improves in 2026

The U.S. housing market showed early signs of renewed activity as existing-home sales ticked up in February. After a slower start to the year, improving affordability conditions are beginning to draw buyers back into the market as the spring homebuying

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Ventura County Real Estate Trends: What Buyers and Sellers Should Know

Real estate markets are constantly evolving. Economic conditions, interest rates, housing supply, and lifestyle preferences all influence how local markets behave from year to year. For homeowners and buyers in Ventura County, understanding these trends can help guide smarter decisions

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Women’s History Month in Ventura County: Events, Impact, and Community

Celebrating Women’s History Month in Ventura County Every March, communities across the United States celebrate Women’s History Month, recognizing the contributions, leadership, and achievements of women throughout history. In Ventura County, this annual celebration is an opportunity to highlight local

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Pi Day in Ventura County: Local Ways to Celebrate March 14

Pi Day in Ventura County: A Sweet Way to Celebrate March 14 Every year on March 14, communities across the United States celebrate Pi Day, a fun and quirky holiday inspired by the mathematical constant π (pi), which begins with

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AI and Transparency: The Future of Real Estate

How Artificial Intelligence Is Shaping a More Transparent Real Estate Future Real estate has traditionally been an industry built on relationships, local knowledge, and experience. Those foundations remain essential today. However, a new force is quietly reshaping how homes are

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March 2026 Ventura Real Estate Market Report

Understanding the local real estate market helps both buyers and sellers make more informed decisions. Each month, market data provides a snapshot of activity across Ventura County, revealing trends in inventory, pricing, and buyer demand. The March 2026 Ventura Market

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What This Spring Housing Market Really Means

Every year, the spring season brings renewed attention to the housing market. More listings appear, buyer activity increases, and many homeowners begin wondering whether this is the right time to make a move. But the spring market is often misunderstood.

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New Law Protects Home Buyers From Trigger Lead Spam

Buying a home is already a complex process. The last thing most buyers expect is to suddenly receive dozens of unsolicited calls, emails, and texts from lenders they have never contacted. For years, this situation has been caused by something

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Are Open Floor Plans Still Popular in Today’s Housing Market?

For more than two decades, open floor plans have dominated residential design. Builders, designers, and homeowners embraced the idea of removing walls to create expansive living spaces filled with natural light and seamless flow between kitchen, dining, and living areas.

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