Welcome to The Front Porch – Placer County Edition 🌿
There's something special about summertime in Placer County. Whether you're enjoying a morning stroll through Historic Downtown Auburn, picking up fresh produce at the farmers market, spending the day on Folsom Lake, or discovering a new favorite local restaurant, this time of year reminds us just how fortunate we are to call this community home.
That's exactly why we created The Front Porch.
More than just a newsletter, The Front Porch is our way of staying connected with the wonderful families, friends, and clients who have supported us throughout the years. We wanted to create something that celebrates our local communities—not just the real estate market.
Inside this edition you'll find:
- Community events happening throughout Placer County
- A spotlight on one of our favorite local businesses
- A fresh seasonal recipe from Angie's Kitchen
- Fun ideas to enjoy before the month ends
- A brief local market update
- A reminder of all the reasons we love living here
As REALTORS®, we're fortunate to help people buy and sell homes, but our favorite part of the job is building lasting relationships. Whether you've worked with us recently, many years ago, or are simply following along, we hope this newsletter brings a little inspiration and helps you discover something new in our beautiful corner of Northern California.
Thank you for taking a few minutes to stop by our Front Porch. We hope you'll visit often as we continue sharing seasonal happenings, local favorites, homeowner tips, and community updates throughout the year.
If you ever have questions about the local real estate market, need recommendations for trusted local businesses, or simply want to say hello, we're always just a phone call or email away.
From our family to yours, thank you for being part of our community.
After a long stretch where buyers were competing for too few homes, inventory has made a comeback over the past year. And depending on where you live, that’s opening up your options in a meaningful way.
According to Realtor.com, the number of homes available for sale in January was the highest it’s been since 2020. Here’s why that’s such a big deal. Getting back to pre-pandemic levels signals a slow and steady return to what’s typical:
Now, it’s worth noting, nationally we’re not there yet and having more inventory improving won’t suddenly “fix” the market. But the growth we’ve seen lately still changes how competitive the market feels.
- When there are more homes for sale, buyers gain time, options, and leverage.
- When there aren’t, the pressure ramps up quickly.
In the years since 2020, there weren’t enough homes for sale, and that made the market feel different. Rushed. Stressful. Intimidating.
But now it’s finally getting better.
A Growing Portion of the Country Is Getting Back to Normal
Depending on where you live, inventory growth is going to vary. Some places are bouncing back faster than others. According to Lance Lambert, Co-Founder of ResiClub, in January 2025, just a little over one year ago, only 41 of the 200 largest metros were back to normal inventory-wise.
But around the end of year, almost half (90) of the largest 200 metro areas were back at or above typical levels. That’s a big improvement in roughly a year. And it’s not done yet.
Inventory Is Expected To Keep Growing
Looking ahead, forecasts suggest the number of homes for sale could rise another 10% this year, which means even more markets should join the list of places where supply has rebounded.
Here’s a graph that shows what an extra 10% would do for the market this year. You can see that projected growth (shown in the dotted line) hits inventory levels seen in 2017-2019 by roughly this fall (the gray lines). That means we may reach normal by end of year, nationally:
And that changes your home search in a good way. As Hannah Jones, Senior Economic Research Analyst at Realtor.com, puts it:
“. . . housing market conditions are gradually rebalancing after several years of extreme seller advantage. Buyers are beginning to see more options and modest negotiating power as inventory improves . . .”
In other words, the market is starting to work with buyers again — not against them.
Bottom Line
Inventory isn’t fully back to normal everywhere. But it’s moving in the right direction. And, in some areas, it’s already there.
If you’ve been waiting for a moment when you have options and a little breathing room, this is the strongest setup buyers have seen in a long time.
While you’ve been living life, your home has been quietly working for you — building wealth in the background! 🌟 Thanks to rising home prices and every payment you’ve made on your mortgage, your investment is growing stronger every day.
According to the latest data, the average homeowner now has about $311,000 in home equity. 💰 That’s six figures you could be sitting on — without even realizing it!
When’s the last time you had a real estate professional show you what your home is really worth and how much equity you have? 📈
If you're curious, we’d love to help! 💬 Let's run the numbers together and show you the possibilities. You might have more options than you think!
— Debbie & Angie
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🏡🛤️ Buying a home comes with many steps, but don’t worry—Debbie & Angie have your roadmap to homeownership! Let’s connect and get started today—call us now! 📞🔑✨
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Buying a home is a powerful decision and a key part of the long-term dream for many Americans. And if homeownership is part of your dreams this year, let’s connect to start the process today.
Let’s explore just a few of the reasons why so many Americans continue to value homeownership.
The Financial Benefits of Owning a Home
One possible reason homeownership is viewed so highly is because owning a home is a significant wealth-building tool, and it provides meaningful financial stability over renting by locking in your monthly housing payments for the length of your home loan.
Over time, owning a home not only helps boost your own net worth, but it also sets future generations up for success as you pass that wealth down.
The Non-Financial Benefits of Homeownership
While the financial benefits of owning a home are important, becoming a homeowner impacts you on a social and emotional level, too.
Your home provides feelings of achievement, responsibility, and more. A few non-financial advantages include:
- Providing you with more freedom and control over your living space
- Giving you a greater sense of pride
- Helps with community engagement
What Does That Mean for You?
If your definition of the American Dream involves greater freedom and prosperity, then homeownership could play a major role in helping you achieve that dream. While it may feel challenging to buy a home today as mortgage rates and home prices rise, if the time is right for you, know that there are incredible benefits waiting for you at the end of your journey. You’ll have a place you can grow your wealth, call your own, and feel most comfortable.
Call us today and we can get you started on achieving your dream of Home Owner-ship.
Debbie & Angie
