Josephine San Lucas Realtor

09/04/2026

Everyone's been watching mortgage rates. But there's another trend buyers shouldn't overlook...

Every fall, the housing market tends to shift.

More homes hit the market. Asking prices often soften. And sellers are usually more willing to negotiate.

Those seasonal changes happen almost every year – and they can make buying a little easier.

Let's talk about whether those same trends are showing up in our local market – and what it means for you.



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- Josephine San Lucas

09/03/2026

❗ FOR SALE ❗
🛌 4 🛀 3 🚘 2
📍 11605 Garfield Avenue, South Gate, CA, 90280

Call me for more information!
562-843-8748 📞
-Josephine San Lucas Realtor



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09/02/2026

New homes may actually cost less than an existing home right now. And that’s opening up a window for you to get brand-new for less.

If you want a list of new home communities near you that are currently offering incentives or doing price cuts, let’s connect. That way you have someone in your corner helping you get the best deal possible.



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- Josephine San Lucas

Most people think a newly built home costs more than an existing one. But right now, that’s actually backwards.

09/01/2026

🏡 JUST LISTED | SOUTH GATE, CA — HOLLYDALE AREA

🔥 BIG SPACE. BIG POTENTIAL. RIGHT IN HOLLYDALE.

💰 $650,000 | APPROX. ARV: $830,000

📍 11605 Garfield Avenue, South Gate, CA 90280

Looking for a South Gate investment property with value-add potential? This spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home in the Hollydale area offers 1,826 sq. ft. of living space on a 5,712 sq. ft. lot.

🏡 PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS

🛏️ 4 Bedrooms | 🛁 3 Bathrooms
📐 1,826 Sq. Ft.
🌳 5,712 Sq. Ft. Lot
🚗 Detached 2-Car Garage
🌿 Large Front & Backyard
✨ Hardwood Floors
🔥 Fireplace
🍽️ Formal Dining Area
🛏️ 3 Bedrooms Downstairs
🛌 2 Primary Bedrooms
👗 Large Upstairs Walk-In Closet

💥 VALUE-ADD & FLEXIBLE LIVING POTENTIAL

The rear downstairs primary bedroom features sliding glass doors and separate access, offering potential for a Junior ADU, private guest quarters, or multigenerational living space. Buyer to independently verify feasibility, permits, zoning, and requirements.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Seller has started the eviction process. The property will not be delivered vacant at close of escrow, which is reflected in the $650,000 list price.

💰 SELLER PAYING BUYER BROKER COMPENSATION.

🚨 READY TO EXPLORE THIS SOUTH GATE REAL ESTATE OPPORTUNITY?

📲 DM “HOLLYDALE” NOW for the full property details and showing information.

Or call 562-843-8748 to speak directly with Josephine San Lucas.

🔥 Investors, value-add buyers, and those looking for a flexible living opportunity in South Gate — don't miss this one!

Josephine San Lucas | REALTOR®
DRE #01308357
📞 562-843-8748
🌐 www.josephinesl.kw.com

Experience Makes the Difference.

08/31/2026

Have you seen the headlines about using your 401(k) to cover a down payment?

Tapping it can feel like an easy call, especially if you’ve got a good chunk saved up. But pulling from retirement early can trigger penalties and set back the savings you'll want later on.

But you don’t necessarily have to raid your retirement to buy a home. You’ve got other options, like FHA loans, which let qualified buyers put down as little as 3.5%. And down payment assistance programs can help, too.

So, before you touch your 401(k), talk with a trusted financial advisor. They can help you find the option that fits your goals and your budget.



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- Josephine San Lucas

08/30/2026

A lot of people are hoping for the same thing. Lower mortgage rates. Lower home prices.

The problem? Forecasts show that’s probably not what’s in the cards. At least, not right now.

Mortgage rates aren’t expected to fall dramatically. And at the same time, home prices should keep rising at about the same pace they have been.

Now, that’s not what you wanted to hear, but it doesn’t mean you’re out of options.

Sometimes the best move isn't waiting for the market to change. It's exploring what's still possible right now.

Other people are still making it happen even with rates and prices where they are. Maybe you can too.

Let's talk if you want help thinking it over.



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- Josephine San Lucas

08/28/2026

🚨 ATTENTION INVESTORS! 🚨

🏡 SOUTH GATE | HOLLYDALE AREA

💰 STARTING BID: $650,000
📈 ARV: $830,000

🔥 INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY 🔥

🛏️ 4 Bedrooms
🛁 3 Bathrooms
🏠 Two-Story Residence
📐 1,826 Sq. Ft.

📍 Off Garfield Ave. in the Hollydale area of South Gate

⚠️ Tenant occupied
⚖️ Seller has initiated the eviction process
📋 Subject to statewide rent control

PRIVATE PARTIES ONLY

📲 Serious investors: DM, text, or email me for more information.

08/28/2026

Most home sales still close, and the biggest thing that could get in the way of yours is the one thing you can actually do something about.

With the right prep, your sale has every reason to make it to the finish. So, let’s connect and get your house sold.



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- Josephine San Lucas

Few things are as rattling as the thought of your home sale falling through at the last minute, right before closing. All that waiting, all that progress, out the window.

08/24/2026

Still waiting for home prices to come down? That's becoming less likely. Home prices are now rising in 80% of housing markets. That’s up from 71% last quarter. In other words, more markets are seeing prices go up — not down. Before you put your plans on hold, let's look at what's happening in our market. Waiting may not save you as much as you think.



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- Josephine San Lucas

08/23/2026

Your multi-generational-friendly, or simply larger-than-average, house might meet criteria a lot of buyers can't find in a standard one. That's what gets attention. And offers. So, let’s chat about what it could get you in our market right now.



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- Josephine San Lucas

That spare room on the main floor. The finished basement with a kitchenette and its own entrance. The bonus room you've been using for storage. To you, it's extra space. But to a growing pool of buyers, it's the reason they'd pick your house.