Lana Lowery, Real Estate Agent

06/21/2026

Real estate is moving toward a more balanced market in many parts of the country, though local conditions remain the key factor.

The article breaks down what's driving these changes and how they may impact your next move.

Click the article link to learn more 🔗:
https://www.londonproperties.com/agent/30288/lana-lowery/weekly-update/291/

Lana Lowery
REALTOR®
London Properties
559-999-1266
DRE: 02220336

06/19/2026

Mortgage Rates as of 6/19/26 from Royal Charter Mortgage.

Ready to begin your home-buying journey? Getting pre-approved is one of the first and most important steps toward finding your new home.

Contact me today to learn more about the pre-approval process and how to prepare for a successful home purchase.

Lana Lowery
REALTOR®
London Properties
559-999-1266
DRE: 02220336

06/19/2026

Approaching retirement? Where you live can have a big impact on your retirement income and taxes.

Check out this article from Realtor.com on states that don't tax retirement income.

If you're considering a move for retirement, I'd be happy to help you explore options.

Lana Lowery
REALTOR®
London Properties
559-999-1266
DRE: 02220336

Americans now estimate they need $1.46 million to retire comfortably, according to Northwestern Mutual's 2026 Planning & Progress Study, yet many are still counting on $1 million as their target.

Using the 4% withdrawal rule, a $1 million nest egg generates about $40,000 per year. Add the average Social Security benefit of $2,071 per month and total income comes to roughly $5,400 a month. But housing costs can quickly erode that budget. A typical mortgage payment, property taxes, insurance, and maintenance expenses could easily consume 50% of that monthly income, leaving just $2,700 for health care, groceries, utilities, and everything else. Where you retire matters too. States like Florida, Texas, Illinois, and Pennsylvania do not tax retirement income from 401(k)s, IRAs, or pensions, which can meaningfully stretch savings further.

06/18/2026

What’s happening in the Central Valley real estate market? Patrick Conner, President of London Properties, shares a storm analogy to explain why conditions are becoming more favorable for buyers. Watch the short video to learn more, and reach out with any questions.

Lana Lowery
REALTOR®
London Properties
559-999-1266
DRE: 02220336

https://fb.watch/HPGIvFraHc/?mibextid=wwXIfr

06/15/2026

Interested in real estate market metrics? The National Association of Realtors (NAR) breaks it down for us. Check out this quick read, and reach out if you'd like local market or your neighborhood’s specific data.

Lana Lowery
REALTOR®
London Properties
559-999-1266
DRE: 02220336

First-time buyers rose to 35% of all buyers — the highest share since June 2020 — driven by modest inventory improvements. Market outlook cooled for both buyers and sellers, with 25% of homes still selling above list price. Inspection contingency waivers dropped to 17%, down from 25% a year ago....

06/13/2026

Affordability remains a challenge, but buyers may be seeing some welcome relief. With more homes on the market and sellers pricing more realistically, conditions are beginning to shift.

Read the article below and contact me if you'd like to discuss what this means in our area.

Article Link: 🔗 https://www.londonproperties.com/agent/30288/lana-lowery/weekly-update/290/

Lana Lowery
REALTOR®
London Properties
559-999-1266
DRE: 02220336

06/13/2026

Mortgage rates as of 6/12/26 from Royal Charter Mortgage.

Get pre-approved to start your home buying journey. It is one of the first steps. Know what price you qualify for.

Reach out for more information and to get moving.

Lana Lowery
REALTOR®
London Properties
559-999-1266
DRE: 02220336

06/11/2026

The first four weeks after listing your home are often the most important. That's when your property gets the most attention from buyers and can have the biggest impact on your final sale price. Check out this article from Realtor.com to learn why, and contact me if you have any questions.

Lana Lowery
REALTOR®
London Properties
559-999-1266
DRE: 02220336

The first four weeks of a listing are the most critical window for sellers, with Realtor.com research showing that homes closing around the four-week mark consistently achieve the best sale-to-list price ratios. Homes that go under contract in the first two weeks command the highest premiums above asking, while those that linger to 18 weeks see the worst outcomes as buyer psychology shifts from interest to skepticism.

06/08/2026

Realtor.com’s update for buyers - see the article for details and reach out with questions.

Lana Lowery
REALTOR®
London Properties
559-999-1266
DRE: 02220336

With mortgage rates stuck above 6% and unlikely to fall soon, housing experts say buyers who can afford to act should do so now, while sellers are still willing to negotiate, before rate drops trigger more competition.

06/06/2026

Housing market forecasts for 2026 have been updated. Mortgage rates remain higher than many expected, sales activity has been slower than anticipated, and home prices are still projected to increase in many markets.

Read the full article to learn about the current market conditions, and connect with me for more info.

Lana Lowery
REALTOR®
London Properties
559-999-1266
DRE: 02220336

https://www.londonproperties.com/agent/30288/lana-lowery/weekly-update/289/