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 1944 Solano Drive in River Islands | Lathrop, CA 5 bedrooms, a flexible downstairs en-suite, and one of the features that immediately stood out to me was the space and privacy of this corner lot. I love my privacy. The backyard wraps around the home with plenty of room to entertain, relax in the hot tub, or create your own outdoor retreat. With only one neighboring home along the side and Champions Field Community Park just across the street, the setting feels noticeably more open. This is not your typical River Islands lot. The size, usable backyard space, and privacy are what really set it apart. Inside, you’ll find an open great room, upgraded luxury vinyl plank flooring, four bedrooms upstairs, and a spacious primary suite overlooking the backyard. The home also features an 11 kW solar system paired with a 20 kWh Lunar battery system. Swipe through for a closer look. Interested in the price, full details, or a private showing? Send me a message and I’ll send everything over. David Torres Broker Associate ΓEA⅃ Broker DRE 01944033 #newlisting #riverislands #lathroprealestate

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

Privacy and extra space aren’t always easy to find in River Islands. This one has both. 1944 Solano Court sits on a desirable corner lot and officially hits the market tomorrow. Here’s a sneak peek. David Torres Broker Associate ΓEA⅃ Broker DRE 01944033 #comingsoon #riverislands

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

I’ve had a lot of conversations lately with homeowners trying to figure out what their next move looks like before the end of 2026. And I keep hearing the same questions. What if I sell and can’t find anything? Should I just wait until next year? Is now even a good time to make a move? Here’s how I’m looking at it. Selling a home right now can be more challenging. It’s taking longer. Buyers have choices, there’s more competition, and how you price and position your home matters. But there’s another side to that story that does not show up much on here. According to a new Redfin report, fresh listings just reached their highest level in four years. New listings were up 2.1% from the previous week, and the total number of homes for sale increased as well. For buyers, that means more choices and potentially more negotiating power. So if you’re thinking about selling AND buying, you have to look at both sides of the move. Which is the case in any market. It is rare to win big on both sides. Maybe you don’t get quite as much for your current home as you would have in a different market. But what if you have more homes to choose from? What if you have more room to negotiate? What if the home you really want is finally within reach? That’s why I wouldn’t make the decision based solely on whether this is a “good” or “bad” market. I’d look at the whole move. What can we sell your home for? What can you buy? What can we negotiate? And most importantly, does the move put you and your family in a better position? If you’ve been thinking about making a move before the end of the year but aren’t sure if the numbers make sense, send me a DM. We can look at both sides together. David Torres Broker Associate ΓEA⅃ Broker DRE 01944033

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

A lot of buyers in Lathrop are still looking, but the payment is where things start to fall apart. You see a home that looks promising. The photos are good, the layout could work, and the neighborhood makes sense. Then you look at the price or the estimated monthly payment, and suddenly it feels out of reach. I get it. Affordability is still a real challenge. But here is the part buyers should not overlook: more sellers are starting to adjust. According to HousingWire Data, more than 40% of sellers are dropping their price. Realtor.com also reported that July 2026 had the lowest median list price of any July in the past five years. That does not mean the market is crashing. It does not mean every home is suddenly a deal. And it definitely does not mean every seller will accept a low offer. What it does mean is that more sellers are becoming realistic about today’s buyer reality. For buyers in Lathrop and River Islands, that may create more room for a serious conversation. Sometimes the opportunity is a price reduction. Sometimes it is a seller credit. Sometimes it is help with closing costs, a rate buydown, repairs, or more flexible terms. The key is knowing where to look and how to structure the offer. A price cut does not always mean something is wrong with the home. Sometimes it simply means the seller is adjusting to where the market actually is. If you paused your search because everything felt out of budget, it may be worth taking another look with fresh eyes. Want to know which homes in Lathrop or River Islands may have room to negotiate? Text me at 209-831-0913 and I’ll help you compare the options. David Torres Broker Associate ΓEA⅃ Broker DRE 01944033 #riverislands #lathroprealestate #housingmarket