Sonya L. Sanders- Realtor Serving the Temecula Valley

Why a Vacation Home Is the Ultimate Summer Upgrade

Why a Vacation Home Is the Ultimate Summer Upgrade Summer is officially here and that means it’s the perfect time to start planning where you want to vacation and unwind this season.

What You Need To Know About Today’s Down Payment Programs

What You Need To Know About Today’s Down Payment Programs There's no denying it's gotten more challenging to buy a home, especially with today's mortgage rates and home price appreciation.

Worried About Mortgage Rates? Control the Controllables

Worried About Mortgage Rates? Control the Controllables Chances are you’re hearing a lot about mortgage rates right now.

Do Elections Impact the Housing Market?

Do Elections Impact the Housing Market? The 2024 Presidential election is just months away.

Real Estate Is Still the Best Long-Term Investment [INFOGRAPHIC]

Real Estate Is Still the Best Long-Term Investment [INFOGRAPHIC] According to a recent poll from Gallup, real estate has been voted the best long-term investment for twelve straight years.

Homebuilders Aren’t Overbuilding, They’re Catching Up

Homebuilders Aren’t Overbuilding, They’re Catching Up You may have heard that there are more brand-new homes available right now than the norm.

Home Prices Aren’t Declining, But Headlines Might Make You Think They Are

Home Prices Aren’t Declining, But Headlines Might Make You Think They Are If you’ve seen the news lately about home sellers slashing prices, it’s a great example of how headlines do more to terrify than clarify.

Savings Strategies Every First-Time Homebuyer Needs To Know

Savings Strategies Every First-Time Homebuyer Needs To Know If homeownership is on your goal sheet for your future, you’re probably working on your savings.

Selling Smart: Why a Real Estate Agent Makes All the Difference

Selling Smart: Why a Real Estate Agent Makes All the Difference If you’re considering selling your house on your own as a “For Sale by Owner” (FSBO), you want to think about if it’s really worth the extra stress.

The Wealth-Building Power of Homeownership [INFOGRAPHIC]

The Wealth-Building Power of Homeownership [INFOGRAPHIC] If you’re trying to decide if buying a home is worth it, consider the long-term benefits, like building equity as home values grow over time.

Your Equity Could Make a Move Possible

Your Equity Could Make a Move Possible Many homeowners looking to sell feel like they’re stuck between a rock and a hard place right now.

The Sweet Spot for Buying Luxury Homes

The Sweet Spot for Buying Luxury Homes If you’ve been looking for a home at the high-end of your market, but haven’t found the right one, you may have put your search on hold.

What To Expect if You Buy or Sell a Home This June

What To Expect if You Buy or Sell a Home This June June is a busy month in the housing market because a lot of people buy and sell this time of year.

More Than a House: The Emotional Benefits of Homeownership

More Than a House: The Emotional Benefits of Homeownership With all the headlines and talk about housing affordability, it can be tempting to get lost in the financial side of buying a home.

Top Reasons To Own a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

Top Reasons To Own a Home [INFOGRAPHIC] Buying a home has powerful financial and non-financial benefits.

The Biggest Mistakes Buyers Are Making Today

The Biggest Mistakes Buyers Are Making Today Buyers face challenges in any market – and today’s is no different.

How an Agent Helps Market Your House

How an Agent Helps Market Your House You’re ready to sell your house. But what do you need most from your real estate agent?

How Do Climate Risks Affect Your Next Home?

How Do Climate Risks Affect Your Next Home? Climate change is impacting where people buy homes.

How VA Loans Can Help You Buy a Home

How VA Loans Can Help You Buy a Home For over 80 years, Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans have helped millions of veterans buy their own homes.

Your Agent Is the Key To Pricing Your House Right [INFOGRAPHIC]

Your Agent Is the Key To Pricing Your House Right [INFOGRAPHIC] The asking price for your house can impact your bottom line and how quickly it sells.

Questions You May Have About Selling Your House

Questions You May Have About Selling Your House There’s no denying mortgage rates are having a big impact on today’s housing market.

How Many Homes Are Investors Actually Buying?

How Many Homes Are Investors Actually Buying? Are big investors really buying up all the homes today?

Worried About Home Maintenance Costs? Consider This

Worried About Home Maintenance Costs? Consider This If one of the main reasons you’re hesitant to buy a home is because you’re worried about the upkeep, here’s some information you may find interesting on both new home construction and existing homes.

What’s Next for Home Prices and Mortgage Rates?

What’s Next for Home Prices and Mortgage Rates? If you’re thinking of making a move this year, there are two housing market factors that are probably on your mind: home prices and mortgage rates.

Should I Rent or Buy a Home? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Should I Rent or Buy a Home? [INFOGRAPHIC] While renting may be less expensive in some areas right now, there are two big benefits homeownership provides that renting can’t. 

The Number of Homes for Sale Is Increasing

The Number of Homes for Sale Is Increasing There’s no denying the last couple of years have been tough for anyone trying to buy a home because there haven’t been enough houses to go around.

Why a Condo May Be a Great Option for Your First Home

Why a Condo May Be a Great Option for Your First Home Having a hard time finding a first home that's right for you and your wallet?

Thinking of Selling? You Want an Agent with These Skills

Thinking of Selling? You Want an Agent with These Skills Selling your house is a big decision.

Home Prices Are Climbing in These Top Cities

Home Prices Are Climbing in These Top Cities Thinking about buying a home or selling your current one to find a better fit?

The Sun Is Shining on Sellers This Summer [INFOGRAPHIC]

The Sun Is Shining on Sellers This Summer [INFOGRAPHIC] If your needs have changed, now’s a great time to sell and get the features you want most.