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When you invest in Southern California real estate, you are buying more than just a home; you are investing in a lifestyle defined by year-round sunshine and coastal breezes. As we move into 2026, the backyard has never been more vital to a property’s appeal. Drawing inspiration from top lifestyle authorities like Martha Stewart, this year’s outdoor design trends are all about blending luxury with eco-conscious functionality. If you want to increase the value of your Southern California real estate, updating your outdoor spaces to reflect these 2026 trends is a highly effective strategy.

Outdoor Design Trends to Maximize Your Southern California Real Estate | Home Tips - Rodeo Realty Discover outdoor design trends to help boost and maximize the potential of your Southern California real estate with this week's home tips!

Mortgage rates – Every Thursday, Freddie Mac publishes interest rates based on a survey of mortgage lenders throughout the week. The Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Survey reported that mortgage rates for the most popular loan products as of July 9, 2026, were as follows:

The 30-year fixed mortgage rate was 6.49%, up from 6.43% last week. The 15-year fixed was 5.82%, up from 5.79% last week.

Mortgage Rate Update | July 9, 2026 - Rodeo Realty Mortgage rates – Every Thursday, Freddie Mac publishes interest rates based on a survey of mortgage lenders throughout the week. The Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Survey reported that mortgage rates for the most popular loan products as of July 9, 2026, were as follows: The 30-year fixed mortgage r...