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Juneteenth

Juneteenth, officially Juneteenth National Independence Day, is a federal holiday in the United States. It is celebrated annually on June 19 to commemorate the ending of slavery. Juneteenth, officially recognized as Juneteenth National Independence Day,...

Ribbon-Cutting Celebration: Morgen Real Estate’s New Location

Now located in the historical Gaffey building Join us for Morgen Real Estate, Inc.’s ribbon-cutting ceremony, celebrating its relocation to the heart of San Pedro’s historic downtown. This milestone marks a new chapter in our...

VA Lifts Ban on Direct Payment for Real Estate Representation

Temporary Policy Change Aims to Improve Homeownership Opportunities for Veterans, Following Advocacy from REALTORS® and Industry Partners. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) plans to temporarily lift its ban on buyers directly paying for professional...

Dear California…

Special Address from the President of the California Association of Realtors (C.A.R.) Dear Californians, If you’ve been reading about real estate lately, you’ve no doubt heard about antitrust lawsuits and settlements by real estate brokerages...

Forecasting Economic Trends: Are We Heading Towards a Downturn?

Mortgage delinquency rates remained stable due to a strong job market and moderate increases in home prices; higher home prices are expected to rise in 2024, and no recession is anticipated. The economy is experiencing...

Celebrate International Women’s Month

Celebrating and appreciating women year-round is essential, as well as recognizing their contributions to the workforce and society. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are indispensable for women in the workplace, ensuring their voices are heard...

How REALTORS® Are Compensated For Services Rendered

The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) does not set commissions – they are negotiable. The The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) emphasizes that commissions are negotiable, not dictated by NAR. A litigated rule mandates listing...

Current Market Trends in California

California Market Update In January, despite slightly higher-than-expected inflation at the end of the previous year, recent headlines suggest positive trends. Consumers perceive a slowdown in overall price growth, stable rates, and increased homebuyer activity....

California’s Housing Affordability Challenge

California Housing Affordability – Q3 2023 In the third quarter of 2023, California continues to grapple with a housing affordability crisis, with only 15% of households able to afford the median priced home. The real...

California aims for sustained growth in 2024

C.A.R. releases its 2024 California Housing Market Forecast California housing market will rebound in 2024 as mortgage rates ebb. LOS ANGELES (Sept. 20) – Slower economic growth and cooling inflation will bring down mortgage interest...

Juneteenth

Ribbon-Cutting Celebration: Morgen Real Estate’s New Location

VA Lifts Ban on Direct Payment for Real Estate Representation

Dear California…

Forecasting Economic Trends: Are We Heading Towards a Downturn?

Celebrate International Women’s Month

How REALTORS® Are Compensated For Services Rendered

Current Market Trends in California

California’s Housing Affordability Challenge

California aims for sustained growth in 2024

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