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California 2026: The Window Buyers Were Waiting For?

The 2026 California housing market is opening a long‑awaited window for buyers. With easing rates, improving affordability, and more inventory, this may be the best moment in years to make a move—especially in San…

Brad & Karen MattonenBrad & Karen MattonenJanuary 26, 2026 · 1 min read

Is 2026 finally the year California buyers get their break? For the first time in years, the market is shifting—and buyers across San Diego, Riverside, and Orange County may finally see the window they’ve been waiting for.

In this video, Brad & Karen Mattonen break down:

  • Why 2026 is different from the last 3–5 years
  • How lower interest rates are unlocking real affordability
  • What rising inventory means for first‑time buyers
  • Why waiting may cost more as prices stabilize
  • Smart strategies to get ahead of the 2026 competition
  • Local insights specific to Southern California markets

Whether you’re a first‑time buyer, a move‑up buyer, or someone who sat out the chaos of 2020–2024, this video gives you the clarity and confidence you need to make the right move in 2026.

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Why Work With Us Brad & Karen Mattonen are trusted Southern California real estate experts serving San Diego, Riverside, and Orange County. We help first‑time buyers, rightsizers, Prop 19 sellers, investors, and families protect equity, navigate complex decisions, and move with confidence.

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Brad & Karen Mattonen
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Questions about this article or your own move? Call 858-518-2875 or send us a message and we will walk you through it.

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