By Scott Woodburn, Real Estate Knowledge Broker June 26, 2025 In a historic move that could reshape the U.S. mortgage landscape, the Trump administration has directed Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to begin preparing proposals that would allow cryptocurrency assets to be considered during mortgage risk assessments. The announcement,
By Scott Woodburn, Real Estate Knowledge Broker Sources: Mises Institute, CFO Dive, Reuters (June 2025) The U.S. money supply is on the rise again, marking a shift that could impact everything from mortgage rates to home prices—especially here in Southern California. After a volatile few years, monetary expansion
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Updated: June 2025 By Scott Woodburn, Realtor® | Zillow Premier Agent | Real Estate Knowledge Broker 🔄 What’s Changed Since January 2025 The real estate market has evolved rapidly over the last six months. Here's what's new in mid-2025: * Legal Shift in Commission Transparency: A major antitrust settlement
Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat. Real estate investment has been a lucrative opportunity, with numerous strategies such as owning rentals and house flipping. One such approach is the BRRRR method: Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat, offering a way to generate passive income and continuously reinvest. BRRRR is a five-step process
By Scott Woodburn | Realtor® & Real Estate Knowledge Broker In real estate, not everything is about the transaction. For some of us, it's about legacy. It's about helping people do something meaningful with what they’ve built. That’s why I specialize in supporting real estate
Art, fireworks, festivals, and family fun all month long. By Scott Woodburn, Real Estate Knowledge Broker Orange County comes alive in July. From patriotic parades and oceanfront festivals to world-renowned art shows, this is the month where SoCal’s sun, surf, and community spirit shine brightest. Whether you’re a
June 18, 2025 In April 2025, sweeping U.S. tariffs were reintroduced under the Trump administration, marking the most significant escalation in trade policy since the Great Depression. The move has triggered new conversations across the financial and real estate sectors—including right here in Orange County, CA. At the
Orange County Housing Market – Week of June 16th, 2025 By Scott Woodburn After years of seller-driven momentum, the Orange County real estate market is entering a new phase—one defined by opportunity for buyers. In June 2025, we're seeing the clearest signs yet of a more balanced market:
By Scott Woodburn, Real Estate Knowledge Broker The real estate world is buzzing after Compass, one of the nation’s largest brokerages, filed a major antitrust lawsuit against Zillow. The case raises serious questions about access to listings, platform power, and the future of buyer and seller choice. Let’s
By Scott Woodburn, Real Estate Knowledge Broker Electricity prices are climbing fast in California — and if you’re feeling the pinch, you’re not alone. While U.S. inflation has started to cool, California's electricity rates are projected to rise 26% from 2022 to 2025, putting pressure on