In today’s episode, Richard covers three big themes shaping today’s housing decisions. First, he breaks down what he’s seeing on the ground in Q4 across the South Bay: slower transaction volume, a return to pre-COVID seasonality, and how today’s market is playing out across the South Bay. Next, Richard unpacks fresh national data from Redfin showing U.S. housing turnover at a 30-year low and explains how “golden handcuff” low-rate owners are keeping inventory tight, even with affordability still stretched. Finally, he dives into the numbers behind real estate versus the S&P 500, using real South Bay land deals and a 30-year Case-Shiller vs. S&P comparison to explore when you may be better off buying property—and when a simple index fund might quietly win.

In today’s episode, Richard dives into three key topics shaping the South Bay market this fall. First, he breaks down interest rates and explains why local jumbo borrowers are landing roughly a full percentage point below national averages and how South Bay credit unions are offering some of the most competitive mortgage deals we’ve seen all year.

Next, Richard shares a new segment on credit card rewards tailored for real estate. He highlights the Mesa card (earn points on your mortgage), the Bilt card (points for rent), and the Southwest Business Performance card (a travel hack for Realtors and business owners that can earn a two-year Companion Pass).

Finally, Richard wraps up with a Q3 market recap, comparing how Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Redondo, and the Palos Verdes Peninsula performed this quarter, as well as, what trends may shape the rest of 2025.

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In today’s episode, Richard breaks down three factors impacting South Bay real estate right now. First, he reviews C.A.R.’s latest affordability report and what the numbers mean—especially how much tougher the climb is for buyers in the South Bay. Next, he unpacks the recent drop in mortgage rates and its impact on both buyers and sellers heading into the fall market. Finally, Richard spotlights the outsized role of all-cash buyers across the Beach Cities and Palos Verdes. This episode gives you the numbers, the context, and the local insight you need to make sense of today’s challenging but resilient South Bay housing market.

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After a short hiatus, Richard is back with a new podcast episode! On today's podcast Richard covers two important topics for South Bay real estate. Topic #1, Richard discusses the big beautiful bill and how it impacts the real estate market. Topic #2, Richard reviews second quarter data and shares what he is seeing in the local South Bay real estate markets. For more South Bay real estate insights, subscribe to Richard's weekly blog at https://haynesre.com/blog/

In today’s episode, Richard covers three critical topics shaping the South Bay and California real estate market this year. First, Richard dives into inventory levels across the South Bay and how they’re being impacted by elevated interest rates. Next, he unpacks C.A.R.’s recently published California Housing Affordability Index. Richard breaks down what that means for pricing, and then zooms in on the real numbers for the South Bay. Finally, he shares anecdotal evidence from his own recent transactions, including deals in Golden Hills, San Pedro, and two new standout listings in the Manhattan Beach Sand Section, to illustrate how these affordability metrics play out in the real world. If you're trying to make sense of today’s market, this episode will give you both the numbers and the nuance. For more South Bay real estate insights, subscribe to Richard's weekly blog at https://haynesre.com/blog

In today’s episode Richard recaps the first quarter of 2025. Richard shares which South Bay cities surged and the driving force behind Buyer demand. Tune in to hear Richard breakdown the numbers. For more South Bay real estate insights, subscribe to Richard's weekly blog at haynesre.com/blog.

In this episode, Richard revisits the critical topic of fire insurance for South Bay homeowners. In light of recent wildfires, Richard offers practical advice to ensure you're properly covered in case of a disaster. He also shares essential tips on understanding your policy and the importance of ordinance or law coverage. For more South Bay real estate insights, subscribe to Richard's weekly blog at haynesre.com/blog.

In today’s episode, Richard explores two key South Bay real estate topics—first, a look back at the top and bottom-performing submarkets of 2024, and second, his fearless predictions for 2025. Tune in to find out which areas thrived and which areas faced challenges. Also, discover where the market might be heading, as Richard shares his predictions for 2025. For more South Bay real estate insights, subscribe to Richard's weekly blog at https://haynesre.com/blog/

On today's podcast Richard covers two important topics for California real estate. Topic #1, Richard shares the California Housing Affordability Index number and his thoughts. Topic #2, Richard discusses the statewide California election results for two real estate measures and how it could impact our real estate markets. For more South Bay real estate insights, subscribe to Richard's weekly blog at https://haynesre.com/blog/

Today Richard has another solo podcast covering two important topics. First, Richard covers interest rates and the impacts on our current South Bay home market. Secondly, Richard shares how you can score a property tax reassessment and potential refund...yes...a refund! For more South Bay real estate insights, subscribe to Richard's weekly blog at https://haynesre.com/blog/