Why Inland Empire Real Estate Still Matters as a Long-Term Investment

Why Real Estate Still Matters as a Long-Term Investment, Especially Here in the Inland Empire Every year, Gallup asks Americans a simple question: What do you think is the best long-term investment? In 2026, real estate came out on top again. According to the Gallup poll referenced in this article,

46% of Sellers Gave Concessions in May. Here's What That Means for Buyers

According to new Redfin research, home buyers have more negotiating power than they’ve had in years.  Last month, sellers gave concessions to buyers in 46.2% of all U.S. home sales. That’s the highest share for May that Redfin has ever recorded. Nearly half of all sellers are sweetening the deal for

The Home Buyer's Red Flag Cheat Sheet: What to Walk Away From vs. What to Negotiate

Buying a home is exciting. It can also make you do things you'd never do with any other purchase, like convince yourself that a little mold in the basement "probably isn't a big deal." You're not alone. According to a 2026 survey by Clever Real Estate, 76% of home buyers would be willing to overlook

Home Insurance Costs Are Up 46% Since 2021. Here's How to Fight Back

If your homeowners insurance bill went up this year, you're not alone. According to a recent Pew Research Center survey, 71% of U.S. homeowners say their insurance costs have increased over the past few years. And it's not a small bump for most people. A full 42% say their costs have gone up "a lot.