LA buyers have more leverage than they think

LA buyers have more leverage than they thinkby: Kristin L. ArledgePublished on: 17/05/2026

Inventory up, DOM up. Here's how to use it before it closes.

First time home buyer
LA buyers have more leverage than they think

Debunking the 20% down myth

Debunking the 20% down mythby: Kristin L. ArledgePublished on: 23/02/2026

Why 20% Down Isn’t Always Required One of the biggest misconceptions I hear from buyers is that they must put 20% down before purchasing a home.

First time home buyer
Debunking the 20% down myth

The Big Four

The Big Fourby: Kristin L. ArledgePublished on: 23/02/2026

When buying a home, it’s important to look beyond the finishes and staging and focus on what really matters

First time home buyer
The Big Four

Reading the Market

Reading the Marketby: Kristin L. ArledgePublished on: 23/02/2026

One of the simplest things I pay attention to is how long a property has been on the market. That timeline often tells us a lot about the seller’s mindset — and helps us decide when to lean in strongly or when there’s more room to negotiate.

First time home buyer
Reading the Market