Good News: The Market Is Opening Up!
Good news, Southern California, the housing market is opening up! Active listings are forecast to rise roughly 10% in 2026, which means more choices, less panic, and a little more breathing room for everyone. With our Unsold Inventory Index sitting at about 2.9 months, buyers are gaining more options and more negotiating power — while sellers who price smart and show well are still walking away happy. If you've been waiting on the sidelines, this might just be your moment to jump in. And if you're thinking about selling, don't worry, well-prepared homes are still shining. The market is simply rewarding strategy over luck these days, and that's where having the right agent in your corner makes all the difference! Give us a call, and we’ll help you win in this market.
- When you need to work on your credit. Maybe your credit score is just starting to recover, but you need more time to pay down debts for a couple of years. With rent-to-own, you could start investing in a home while you bring up your score.
- You’re close, but not quite ready to secure a mortgage. You might have a good job with a significantly bigger salary, but you haven’t been there long enough for a lender to consider it a stable source of income. Or maybe you’re self-employed and you’re still building a reliable track record. Rent-to-own allows time to build personal wealth and financial credibility while working toward your homeownership goals.
- When you know you’re going to buy when the lease expires. If you’re not ready to buy when the lease expires, then you will lose any rent credit, i.e. investment, you’ve put into the home.
