Market Pulse · September 2026 The Fall Market Picks Up: Why September Can Be a Smart Time to Buy With Labor Day behind us, the fall market moves into gear. It is quieter than spring, but do not mistake quiet for slow. For a prepared buyer, autumn can be one of the best windows of…
Rate Strategy · September 2026 Is It Time to Refinance? Every time rates move, homeowners ask the same question: should I refinance? It is a good question, and the honest answer is that it depends. Here is how we think about it, so you can tell whether it is worth a closer look for you….
Local Spotlight · Inland Empire Your IE September Culture & Arts Guide September is when the Inland Empire trades summer heat for crisp mountain mornings. If you are looking for a fall weekend with real character, head up the hill. Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest One of Southern California’s most beloved fall traditions kicks off its…
Local Spotlight · San Gabriel Valley Your SGV September Culture & Arts Guide The valley leans into fall with food, music, and warm afternoons that finally cool off in the evening. Here are the September highlights worth putting on your calendar. Pasadena Greek Fest The Pasadena Greek Fest returns September 18 to 20 with authentic…
Local Spotlight · Orange County Your OC September Culture & Arts Guide Orange County eases into fall with warm beach days and one of the region’s biggest parties just getting started. Here is what to enjoy in September. Oktoberfest at Old World Huntington Beach Orange County’s longest-running Oktoberfest opens September 12 at Old World Huntington…
Recipe of the Month · September 2026 Apple, Brie & Honey Crostini Makes about 16 · About 15 minutes September is peak apple season, and this five-minute appetizer shows it off. Toasted baguette topped with creamy brie, thin apple slices, and a drizzle of honey is sweet, savory, and the perfect start to a cool-evening…
NestMade Tip · September 2026 Fall Home Maintenance That Protects Your Investment As the weather cools, a little upkeep now saves money and headaches later. Your home is likely the biggest investment you will ever make, and fall is the season to protect it. Here are four simple jobs worth doing before the first real…
Recipe of the Month · August 2026 Grilled Corn & Cotija Salad Serves 4 to 6 · About 20 minutes August is peak corn season, and this smoky, tangy salad shows it off. Grilled corn kernels tossed with cotija cheese, lime, cilantro, and a little chili is the ultimate backyard side. Inspired by Mexican street…
Local Spotlight · Orange County Your OC August Culture & Arts Guide August is your last call for the summer’s biggest Orange County traditions. Between the fairgrounds, the art festivals, and the coast, there is plenty to fill a weekend before the season ends. Last weeks of the OC Fair The Orange County Fair runs…
Local Spotlight · Inland Empire Your IE August Culture & Arts Guide When the heat peaks in August, the Inland Empire gives you the best of both worlds: cool mountain escapes and easy evenings under the stars. Here are the highlights. Big Bear Lakefest Head up the hill for Big Bear Lakefest on August 28…
Local Spotlight · San Gabriel Valley Your SGV August Culture & Arts Guide The valley stays lively right through late summer. Here are the August highlights worth putting on your calendar before the season winds down. 626 Night Market The valley’s signature night market returns to Santa Anita Park in Arcadia August 14 to 16….
Rate Strategy · August 2026 How a Rate Buydown Can Lower Your Payment With rates drifting higher through late summer, a rate buydown is one of the more useful tools for easing your monthly payment. It is not right for everyone, but in the right situation it can make a meaningful difference. Here is how…
