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Market News

Malibu Real Estate Market Report 2025 Malibu’s 2025 real estate market was a year of more choices, tougher competition, and pickier buyers, especially early on. Inventory climbed above 2024 levels every single month, fueled by a big surge of new listings in January and February (mostly due to the fires). But while more sellers stepped into...
Malibu, Westlake and Agoura Market Report | Q3 2025 As summer turned to fall, Malibu, Westlake Village, and Agoura Hills each told a different story about Southern California’s evolving real estate landscape. Median prices largely held firm despite a slowdown in sales volume and longer days on market, suggesting a market shifting toward balance rather than decline...
What Makes Shen Schulz the Best Malibu Realtor? 2024 Market Results In 2024, Shen Schulz ranked 270th nationally by sales volume out of more than 1.5 million licensed realtors. This places him within the top 0.02% of agents in the country, an indicator of both consistent performance and a high level of client trust in a highly competitive market. Within Malibu, Shen achieved the...
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Technical Guides

Seller Financing in Malibu Real Estate, A Useful Tool in High Interest Rate Cycles The luxury real estate market of Malibu, California, famous for its prestige and high property values, is currently navigating a period of significant macroeconomic transition. As interest rates have climbed from historic lows to multi-decade highs, the traditional avenues of mortgage financing have become increasingly restrictive for potential buyers. In...
Selling Smart: Realtor Westlake Village Proven Strategies to Maximize Your Listing Price A well-maintained Westlake Village home with scenic landscaping can attract buyers at first glance, setting the stage for a strong sale. If you're a homeowner in Westlake Village preparing to sell your single-family home, maximizing your listing price is likely a top priority. This article outlines proven strategies to help...
How to Choose a Westlake Village Real Estate Agent and Agoura Hills When it comes to buying or selling a home, selecting the right real estate agent is one of the most critical decisions you'll make. This is especially true in desirable areas like Westlake Village and Agoura Hills, where the real estate market is competitive, diverse given these two neighborhoods are...
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Area Specials

Best Malibu Realtor Reveals Most Overlooked Neighborhoods Corral Canyon (2028 Corral, property available here.) Corral Canyon stands out as one of Malibu’s easiest-to-reach canyon communities and is often highlighted by a seasoned Malibu real estate agent when discussing value-driven canyon living. Heading west into Malibu, and shortly after the iconic Malibu Seafood Restaurant, you’ll...
Moving to Agoura Hills? Here’s What the Best Real Estate Agent in Agoura Hills, CA Wants You to Know First If you’re thinking about moving to Agoura Hills, you’re not just picking a house—you’re picking a lifestyle. As a local real estate agent who lives and works here, I want to give you the honest, insider version of what you’re...
Major Development Plans for Agoura Hills Real Estate Agoura Hills is entering a period of rapid change, especially around the Agoura Village area near Kanan and Agoura Roads. Several major projects – mostly mixed-use and housing-focused – are planned or underway, alongside key infrastructure and open-space efforts. Below is a condensed overview of the main projects, their status...
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