Kirstie Webster - Realtor

06/24/2025

Thrilled to hear about Anne's wonderful experience while selling her home in San Jacinto! 🏠😊 "Had a good experience with my agent...Very good with my dog, who can be a pain." It's always our aim to make the process as smooth and reassuring as possible, even with a few hiccups along the way.
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11/20/2024

There is still time to be in a new home before the new year! Let's connect today. 714-350-1555

09/03/2024

Wearing many hats and balancing it all—because my clients deserve nothing less! 🖤 For me, it's not just about closing deals; it's about guiding your experience through one of the most significant journeys of your life with care, dedication, and a little bit of fun along the way. From negotiating offers to managing deadlines, I'm here to make sure every step is handled with precision and heart. Your dreams are my priority, and I’m honored to be a part of them. Let's find your perfect home together! 🏡❤️

Are you interested in owning a home but not sure where to start? Contact me today with any questions you may have. I look forward to making all of your real estate dreams come true.

Kirstie Webster
714-350-1555
DRE #02154829
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04/01/2024

What’s the Latest with Mortgage Rates?

Recent headlines may leave you wondering what’s next for mortgage rates. Maybe you’d previously heard there were going to be cuts this year that would bring rates down. That refers to the Federal Reserve (the Fed) and what they do to their Fed Funds Rate. While cutting, or lowering, the Fed Funds Rate doesn’t directly determine mortgage rates, it does tend to impact them. But when the Fed met last week, a cut didn’t happen — at least, not yet.

Mortgage Rates Are Still Expected To Drop This Year

While it hasn’t happened yet, that doesn’t mean it won’t. Even Jerome Powell, the Chairman of the Fed, says they still plan to make cuts this year, assuming inflation cools.

When this happens, history shows mortgage rates will likely follow. That means hope isn’t lost. As a recent article from Business Insider...



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Recent headlines may leave you wondering what’s next for mortgage rates.

03/29/2024

3 Helpful Tips for First-Time Homebuyers [INFOGRAPHIC]

Trying to buy your first home? If you’re worried about affordability today or the limited number of homes for sale, these tips can help. Look into homebuyer programs, expand your search area, and consider a multi-generational home. DM me so you have an expert on your side to help you make your dream a reality.



THIRSTY REAL ESTATE

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Trying to buy your first home? If you’re worried about affordability today or the limited number of homes for sale, these tips can help.

03/27/2024

Single Women Are Embracing Homeownership

In today's housing market, more and more single women are becoming homeowners. According to data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 19% of all homebuyers are single women, while only 10% are single men.

Why Homeownership Matters to So Many Women

For many single women, buying a home isn't just about having a place to live—it's also a smart way to invest for the future. Homes usually increase in value over time, so they’re a great way to build equity and overall net worth.

The financial security and independence homeownership provides can be life-changing. And when you factor in the personal motivations behind buying a home, that impact becomes even clearer.

The same report from NAR shares the top reasons single women are buying a home right now, and the reality is, they’re not all...



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03/25/2024

What Are Experts Saying About the Spring Housing Market?

Here’s what the professionals are saying about what’s in store for this season.

Odeta Kushi, Deputy Chief Economist, First American: “. . . it seems our general expectation for the spring is that we will see a pickup in inventory. In fact, that already seems to be happening. But it won’t necessarily be enough to satiate demand.”

Lisa Sturtevant, Chief Economist, Bright MLS: “There is still strong demand, as the large millennial population remains in the prime first-time homebuying range.”

Danielle Hale, Chief Economist, Realtor.com: “Where we are right now is the best of both worlds. Price increases are slowing, which is good for buyers, and prices are still relatively high, which is good for sellers.”

Skylar Olsen, Chief Economist, Zillow: “There are slightly more homes for sale...



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03/22/2024

Does It Make Sense To Buy a Home Right Now?

Thinking about buying a home? If so, you're probably wondering: should I buy now or wait? Nobody can make that decision for you, but here's some information that can help you decide.

What’s Next for Home Prices?

Each quarter, Fannie Mae and Pulsenomics publish the results of the Home Price Expectations Survey (HPES). It asks more than 100 experts—economists, real estate professionals, and investment and market strategists—what they think will happen with home prices.

In the latest survey, those experts say home prices are going to keep going up for the next five years. They’re not expecting any price declines. Instead, they’re saying we’ll see a 3-4% rise each year.

And even though home prices aren’t expected to climb by as much in 2025 as they are 2024, keep in mind these increases can really add up...



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Thinking about buying a home?

03/20/2024

The Latest Trends in Housing [INFOGRAPHIC]

With the number of new listings going up and average days on market going down, buyers may have more options, but will still want to move fast. For sellers, inventory is still low and houses are selling fast, meaning your house should stand out and may get multiple offers if you price it right. If you want to know more about what’s happening in our area, let’s connect.



THIRSTY REAL ESTATE

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03/18/2024

4 Tips To Make Your Strongest Offer on a Home

Are you thinking about buying a home soon? Remember these four tips to make your best offer.

1. Partner with a Real Estate Agent
Rely on a real estate agent who can support your goals. Agents are local market experts. They know what’s worked for other buyers in your area and what sellers may be looking for. That advice can be game changing when you’re deciding what offer to bring to the table.

2. Understand Your Budget
Knowing your numbers is even more important right now. The best way to understand your budget is to work with a lender so you can get pre-approved for a home loan. Doing so helps you be more financially confident and shows sellers you’re serious. That gives you a competitive edge.

3. Make a Strong, but Fair Offer
It’s only natural to want the best deal you can get on a home...



THIRSTY REAL ESTATE

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Are you thinking about buying a home soon?

03/15/2024

What Mortgage Rate Do You Need To Move?

If you’ve been thinking about buying a home, mortgage rates are probably top of mind for you. They may even be why you’ve put your plans on hold for now. When rates climbed near 8% last year, some buyers found the numbers just didn’t make sense for their budget anymore. That may be the case for you too.

Data from Bright MLS shows the top reason buyers delayed their plans to move is due to high mortgage rates.

David Childers, CEO at Keeping Current Matters, speaks to this statistic in the recent How’s The Market podcast: “Three quarters of buyers said ‘we’re out’ due to mortgage rates. Here’s what I know going forward. That will change in 2024.”

That’s because mortgage rates have come down off their peak last October. And while there’s still day-to-day volatility in rates, the longer-term...



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