More than 42% of active listings have had at least one price cut, according to HousingWire Data. The typical seller is reducing the original asking price by about $17,560. That does not automatically mean something is wrong with the house. In many cases, the original price simply did not line up with what buyers were willing or able to pay. Mortgage rates are still affecting monthly payments, buyers have more homes to compare, and overpriced listings are much easier to skip than they were during the most competitive years. For sellers, this is why pricing correctly from day one matters so much. The first few weeks of a listing are usually when the home gets the most attention. If buyers immediately see it as overpriced, that early momentum can disappear fast. For buyers, a price reduction can be worth a second look. It may signal that the seller is becoming more realistic or more open to negotiation. And price is not the only thing that may be negotiable. Depending on the property and the seller’s motivation, there may also be opportunities around closing costs, repairs, rate buydowns, credits, or timing. The key is context. A home reduced by $20,000 can still be overpriced. Another home with no price reduction may already represent the better value. If you are buying or selling in Lathrop or River Islands, text me at 209-831-0913 and I can help you look at what homes are actually selling for and where the best opportunities may be. David Torres Broker Associate ΓEA⅃ Broker DRE 01944033

I get asked pretty often during showings, “What direction does the sun rise and set?” What is the direction of this home” ☀️ I usually pull out my phone to double-check, but this app gives you a really nice visual of how the sun and shade move across a property throughout the day. If natural light, afternoon sun, backyard shade, or where you might put a pool matters to you, it’s a pretty useful tool. It’s called ShadeMap. 🏠 Save this for your next home search and send it to someone who’s house hunting. If you’re looking to buy, sell, or invest in real estate, send me a DM. 📲 David Torres Broker Associate Real Broker DRE 01944033

Welcome to 1952 Garden Farms Ave in Lathrop | River Islands. Now offered at $639,999. 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, a spacious loft, and one of the things I’ve always liked about this home is the setting. You’re directly across from Garden Farms Park and the lake with no front neighbors, giving you an open view the moment you step outside. Inside, the floor plan includes a downstairs bedroom and full bathroom, an open great room, walk-in pantry, plantation shutters, wood-look tile flooring, and a freshly painted interior. Step outside to the covered California Room with fireplace and an upgraded backyard featuring turf and a $30,000 swim spa. The home is also prewired for EV charging in the garage and conveniently located near River Islands schools, parks, shopping, and freeway access. Swipe through for a closer look. Interested in seeing it in person? Send me a message and let’s schedule a private showing. David Torres Broker Associate ΓEA⅃ Broker DRE 01944033 #RiverIslands #LathropCA #RiverIslandsRealEstate #LathropRealEstate

Quick unboxing 📦 For me, fall is now officially here. Looking forward to diving into the new issue of Field & Stream. 🦆🍂🎣 #1871Club #fieldandstream #outdoors

A day in the life of a Cane Corso.🐾 I wouldn’t change a thing. ❤️🐶 She does her job extremely well. #canecorso #dayinthelife #dogsarefamily #protection

No time to celebrate yet, but I’m very excited for my clients. Their home is officially under contract after just 3 days on the market!! David Torres Broker Associate Real Broker DRE 01944033

If you have been thinking about selling your home in Lathrop or River Islands this fall, you may be wondering if you already missed your window. You have not. Spring gets a lot of attention in real estate, and for good reason. More buyers are usually active, and more homes tend to come on the market. But that does not mean fall is a bad time to sell. According to the National Association of Realtors, roughly one third of existing home sales happen during the final four months of the year. That means buyers are still out there in September, October, November, and December. The difference is that fall buyers are often more intentional. They may be relocating, trying to move before the holidays, downsizing, moving up, or working around a real life deadline. For sellers, that matters. The key is not just listing the home. The key is launching it correctly. Pricing has to match today’s market, the home needs to show well online, and the marketing needs to clearly communicate why your property is worth seeing. This is especially important in River Islands, where buyers may be comparing resale homes, new construction, builder incentives, lot locations, upgrades, landscaping, solar, HOA costs, and overall lifestyle. Waiting until spring may bring more buyers, but it may also bring more competing listings. That is why timing should be based on your specific home, your competition, and your next move. If selling this fall helps you move toward your next chapter, it may still be the right window. Thinking about selling in Lathrop or River Islands this fall? Text me at 209-831-0913 and let’s look at your home, your competition, and the right strategy before the year ends. David Torres Broker Associate Real Broker DRE 01944033 #LathropCA #RiverIslands #LathropRealEstate

A quick look inside 1944 Solano Drive in River Islands. 5 bedrooms, a flexible downstairs en-suite, and a corner lot with the kind of backyard space and privacy that can be hard to find here. Only one neighboring home along the side with Champions Field Community Park just across the street. This is not your typical River Islands lot. Take a look around, and if you want to see it in person, send me a message to schedule a private showing. David Torres Broker Associate ΓEA⅃ Broker Lathrop, CA DRE 01944033 #RiverIslands #LathropCA #RiverIslandsRealEstate #lathroprealestate