Category: Rod McIntosh

Discover Valencia’s Paseos: The Hidden Gem of Walkable Living in Santa Clarita If you dream of a community where you can walk or bike to parks, schools, and shops without ever hitting heavy traffic, then Valencia’s paseo network is your dream come true. Nestled in the heart of Santa Clarita, the paseos form a sprawling…

Affordability Has Improved in All 50 States For the past few years, affordability has been what’s stopped a lot of buyers in their tracks. Maybe it stopped you, too. At some point you probably did the math, looked at the monthly payment, and decided to pause your search and wait for things to get better.…

The House just passed a major bipartisan housing bill aimed at tackling affordability and supply. After years of groundwork and relationship building, NAR helped lay the foundation for this moment, proving once again that advocacy is a long game. In a special episode recorded live at the President’s Circle conference in Las Vegas, Shannon and…

For a growing number of homeowners, retirement isn’t some distant idea anymore. It’s starting to feel very real. According to Realtor.com and the Census, nearly 12,000 people will turn 65 every day for the next two years. And the latest data shows as many as 15% of those older Americans are planning to retire in…

🏡 Southern California Real Estate Update 🔍 2026 Market Outlook — A More Balanced Playing Field The Southern California housing market in 2026 is showing signs of steadier conditions for buyers — but it’s still a competitive environment with high prices and affordability challenges. Across the state, home sales are forecast to tick up modestly…