Lifestyle
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Pending Home Sales Hold Steady in September
Pending home sales remained unchanged in September as modest regional gains offset declines elsewhere, reflecting the continued impact of affordability pressures on the national housing market, according to the National Association of REALTORS®. Mixed results across regions Nationwide, contract signings fell 0.9% compared with September 2024, showing no month-over-month growth. Activity rose 3.1% in the…
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Rate Cuts Set Up Consumer Confidence
Consumer confidence declined again in October, but recent moves by the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates could help stabilize household sentiment and strengthen economic momentum heading into 2026, according to the latest report from the Conference Board. Confidence dips, but recovery signs emerge The consumer confidence index fell to 94.6, marking a third consecutive…
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Cooling Inflation Brings Relief Across San Gabriel Valley
The latest inflation report brought cautious relief to local families and businesses, showing consumer prices rose less than expected in September. The delayed Consumer Price Index from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a 0.31 percent monthly gain and a 3 percent increase compared with a year earlier, both softer than economists forecast. The…
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Town Hall Addresses Youth Substance Use
Youth substance use prevention took center stage in South El Monte on October 29 as parents, educators, and local leaders gathered to discuss strategies for protecting teens and strengthening family communication. The town hall, held at the South El Monte Senior Center, was part of a regional effort to raise awareness about the growing risks…
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San Gabriel Valley Small Businesses Prepare for Holiday Rush
As the holiday season approaches, small businesses across the San Gabriel Valley are stocking up, hiring extra help, and fine-tuning promotions to meet expected increases in customer traffic. Retailers and restaurants in El Monte, Temple City, and Baldwin Park say they are cautiously optimistic heading into one of the most important shopping periods of the…
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REALTORS® Embrace AI to Improve Service
Artificial intelligence is making its way into the real estate industry, and REALTORS® are adopting it at a fast pace. A new report from the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) shows that 41 percent of REALTORS® are now using AI or generative AI tools in their work. The shift is helping agents save time and…
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This Week in Real Estate
California’s housing market continues to show steady activity as September 2025 closes, according to the latest data from the California Association of REALTORS®. For the week ending September 27, 2025, real estate professionals across the state reported consistent movement in sales, listings, and pending transactions. Sales and Listings Remain Strong On average, 534 homes closed…
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Credit Unions vs Banks: Key Differences
Residents of the San Gabriel Valley often have a choice to make when opening a checking account, applying for a loan, or seeking financial advice: join a credit union or work with a bank. Both institutions provide similar services, but their structure, goals, and benefits differ in ways that can directly affect customers. Understanding these…
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Mid Valley Real Estate Weekly Report
The Mid Valley Real Estate market kicked off the week ending Sept. 13 with robust activity, according to the California Association of REALTORS®. Mid Valley Real Estate communities saw statewide daily averages of 502 closed sales, 568 pending sales and 693 new listings, underscoring strong buyer interest and growing inventory in El Monte, Baldwin Park,…
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California Real Estate Trends This Week
California real estate trends show modest shifts in activity for the week ending Sept. 6, the California Association of REALTORS® reported. Closed sales averaged 425 per day, pending sales rose to 517 per day and new listings reached 719 per day. These daily averages reflect market conditions across the state and closely mirror activity in…