About this episode
This is the most comprehensive buyer's education session I've ever put together — and it's completely free. No sign-up. No lead capture. No pitch. Just raw, unfiltered guidance from someone who's been in the Santa Clarita real estate trenches since 1998.I represent sellers exclusively. That means I have zero incentive to spin anything for buyers. What you get in this episode is the truth about buying a home in 2026 — the real numbers, the real costs, and the real strategies that protect your money.Here's what we cover:The Santa Clarita and LA County market right now — median prices, mortgage rates, competition scores, and what they actually mean for you as a buyer. All six SCV communities broken down — Valencia, Saugus, Newhall, Canyon Country, Castaic, and Stevenson Ranch. Mortgage types — Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA — and current rates. First-time buyer grants and programs most people never hear about, including up to $150K through California Dream For All. The real costs beyond the mortgage — property taxes, Mello-Roos, HOA, fire and earthquake insurance, maintenance, and closing costs. The new mandatory buyer-broker representation agreement — what changed with the NAR settlement and California AB 2992. How to find and vet a buyer's-only agent — the six questions you need to ask. Why you should never use the seller's agent. Inspections and due diligence — what to get, what it costs, and why you never skip it. Negotiation strategies, red flags, the full escrow timeline, and the critical mistake of changing your finances during escrow.The companion slide deck for this episode is live at buyers.connorcoded.com — bookmark it, reference it, share it.If you need a buyer's-only agent in Santa Clarita or LA County, call or text me at (661) 400-1720. I don't represent buyers, but I know the best ones who do.Watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WNUcUBUEuBAConnor MacIvor — Connor with Honor 27+ years Santa Clarita real estate | CA DRE #01238257 | SYNC Brokerage SellersOnlyAgent.com | ConnorWithHonor.com | HonorElevate.comYoutube Channels:Conner with Honor - real estateHome Muscle - fat torchingFrom first responder to real estate expert, Connor with Honor brings honesty and integrity to your Santa Clarita home buying or selling journey. Subscribe to my YouTube channel for valuable tips, local market trends, and a glimpse into the Santa Clarita lifestyle.Dive into Real Estate with Connor with Honor:Santa Clarita's Trusted Realtor & Fitness EnthusiastReal Estate:Buying or selling in Santa Clarita? Connor with Honor, your local expert with over 2 decades of experience, guides you seamlessly through the process. Subscribe to his YouTube channel for insider market updates, expert advic
