Regency RE Brokers The Dickinson Team

06/15/2026

Should You Pay for Your Buyer’s Closing Costs? What Sellers Need To Know.

The sellers having the most success today are the ones who understand the market has changed and are adapting to meet it where it is.

Sometimes that means negotiating on closing costs. Sometimes it means offering something else. The key is knowing which concessions are worth it for our local market.

If you’re wondering what's normal in our area, what's worth negotiating, and where it makes sense to stand firm, let’s connect.



Assisting Buyers and Sellers since 1986!!!
Anna Dickinson
949.246.7653
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A few years ago, sellers could get away with saying "no" to just about everything.

06/11/2026

Two Big Reasons To Move This Summer

Could waiting until later this year work out? Sure. But it's important to understand what you may gain by moving now too – that way you have the full picture before you decide.

If a 2026 move is on your radar, let’s connect and talk about what matters most to you. Depending on your priorities, Summer could be your moment.



Assisting Buyers and Sellers since 1986!!!
Anna Dickinson
949.246.7653
DRE 00909654

A lot of people who want to move are telling themselves the same thing: "Maybe I'll just wait until later this year once things calm down."

06/11/2026

SOLD. 🔑

The sign comes down.
The keys change hands.
The moving trucks start rolling.

One family closes a chapter.

Another gets to write a brand-new one.

Congratulations to my sellers on a successful closing, and welcome home to the new owners. Wishing you years of happiness, great neighbors, backyard barbecues, holiday memories, and all the little things that make a house feel like home. ❤️

Thinking about YOUR next chapter? I'm here when you're ready. ❤️

Helping buyers and sellers navigate life's next chapter since 2004.
Anna ~ 949-246-7653

06/10/2026

Lower Asking Prices Are a Win for Today’s Buyers

If affordability has been your top concern, the recent dip in prices is an opening. Want to see what that looks like in our area? Let’s connect.



Assisting Buyers and Sellers since 1986!!!
Anna Dickinson
949.246.7653
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If affordability has been the biggest thing standing between you and a home, there's a little good news.

06/08/2026

Could Moving a Bit Further Out Change Everything About Your Budget?

Affordability is a real challenge, but it's not an unsolvable one. The key is being open to places you might not have considered before. A local real estate agent can help you find them.

Ready to find out which areas have the best affordability right now? Reach out today.



Assisting Buyers and Sellers since 1986!!!
Anna Dickinson
949.246.7653
DRE 00909654

Whether you're dreaming about buying your first home or wondering if it’s time to move on from the one you're in, affordability is probably weighing on your mind.

06/04/2026

What Rising Inflation Means for Your Move

Inflation is still above where the Fed wants it, and that means mortgage rates are likely to stay elevated for a while. But for people who need to move, strategy matters far more than trying to perfectly time the market.

Wondering what this means for your specific situation? Reach out today. Let's cut through the noise together and make a plan that actually works for you.



Assisting Buyers and Sellers since 1986!!!
Anna Dickinson
949.246.7653
DRE 00909654

Data shows inflation is moving in the wrong direction. But before the headlines send anyone into a panic, here's what's actually going on, why it matters for the housing market, and what it means if you're thinking about buying or selling.

06/03/2026

The Mid-Year Housing Market Update: Why Forecasts Changed in 2026

The housing market hasn’t rebounded as quickly as experts originally hoped. But that doesn’t mean it’s stalled.

Higher inflation and lingering economic uncertainty caused economists to revise their forecasts for this year. But importantly, when those two things settle down, many experts believe the market will regain its momentum.

So don’t see this revision in forecasts as a sign of trouble. See it as a temporary reaction to overall conditions and uncertainty.

If you want to know what’s happening in our local market, and what it could mean for your plans for the rest of this year, let’s connect.



Assisting Buyers and Sellers since 1986!!!
Anna Dickinson
949.246.7653
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If the housing market feels confusing right now, you’re not alone.

06/01/2026

Less House, More Home: Why Smaller Homes Are Paying Off for Today’s Buyers

Today’s smaller single-family homes and condos have more going for them than the square footage suggests. They can give your budget some breathing room and put you in a community designed with lifestyle in mind.

Curious about the options in our area? Let's connect.



Assisting Buyers and Sellers since 1986!!!
Anna Dickinson
949.246.7653
DRE 00909654

You started shopping with a specific mental image of your future home in your mind. Then the houses in your budget came in smaller than you pictured.

05/28/2026

The Real Reason Some People Are Still Moving Right Now

Life changes. Priorities shift. Families grow. Kids move out. Careers evolve. And eventually, the house you’re in may stop fitting the life you’re living.

If that’s been weighing on you lately, let’s talk through what your options could realistically look like today, no matter where rates or prices are.

Life can’t always wait for perfect market conditions. Maybe you don’t have to either.



Assisting Buyers and Sellers since 1986!!!
Anna Dickinson
949.246.7653
DRE 00909654

You may be telling yourself you’re going to wait to move – maybe you’re hoping mortgage rates will come down, prices will fall, or the market will feel a little easier.

05/27/2026

The Truth About Affordability Today

Yes, rates have been volatile, and global instability is keeping them from settling down anytime soon. There’s no sugar coating that. But the full picture of affordability is more nuanced than the headlines suggest.

Want to run the real numbers for your situation? Let's talk. Reach out and let's set up a quick, no-pressure conversation.



Assisting Buyers and Sellers since 1986!!!
Anna Dickinson
949.246.7653
DRE 00909654

Let's be real with each other for a second about affordability.