Six months into 2026, it’s time for a reality check. In this candid mid-year review, I’m joined by Paul Gusoff (Southern California real estate veteran) and Tom Bonetto (Arizona & California mortgage expert) to compare our January predictions against today’s market.
Published on 07/16/2026
For many homeowners and investors, their home isn’t just where they live—it’s also their largest financial asset. Over the past several years, home values have increased dramatically across much of the country, leaving many homeowners with significant untapped equity. The question is: Is that equity working for you?
Published on 07/13/2026
Week of July 6, 2026, in Review Existing home sales slipped slightly in June, while home prices continued their seasonal upswing. Here are the key takeaways.
Published on 07/13/2026
Week of June 29, 2026, in Review June hiring came in below expectations, while home prices continued to move higher with another month of solid gains. Here are the key takeaways.
Published on 07/06/2026
A recent podcast episode and swift market reaction highlight the challenges of navigating today’s uncertain rate environment. At Efficient Lending, we’re here to cut through the noise with honest, transparent guidance tailored to your needs in Colorado, Texas, and Florida.
Published on 07/01/2026
I’m Mike Nelson, CEO and Mortgage Loan Originator at Efficient Lending, Inc., a residential mortgage company headquartered in Waco, Texas. We proudly originate loans across Colorado, Texas, and Florida. One of the great joys of this work is traveling between these states, sitting down with buyers, real estate agents, and industry partners to build real relationships grounded in trust. It’s been a little while since my last podcast episode — like many creators, I hit a stretch of burnout. Editing and producing quality content takes significant time and effort. But this morning, a Wall Street Journal headline motivated me to get back on the mic.
Published on 06/29/2026
Week of June 22, 2026 in Review Inflation moved higher in May, though falling oil prices could help ease inflation pressures in the coming months. In housingnews, new home sales fell to their second-lowest level in nearly four years. Here are the key takeaways.
Published on 06/29/2026
