By Brie Murillo, Real Estate Broker & Loan Officer  As we close out 2025 and look ahead to 2026, a lot of people are asking the same question: Is now finally the time to move — or should I keep waiting? After working daily with buyers, sellers, and homeowners here on the Central Coast, here’s the clearest way to understand where we are and where we’re heading. 2025: A Year of Caution and Adjustment 2025 was not a “bad” year for real estate — it was a deliberate one. Interest

By Brie Murillo, Real Estate Agent & Loan Officer If you’ve been thinking about buying or selling a home lately, you’ve probably felt the tension: prices remain high, inventory is low, and things feel... stuck. You're not imagining it. The California housing market is in a bit of a freeze, and two major forces are behind it: high mortgage interest rates and Proposition 13.  Let me break down what’s happening—and how I can help you navigate it.  What’s Causing the Freeze?  1.

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