Brokerage | Shakeel Ahmed Realty

Shakeel Ahmed Realty
(602) 295-8480

Real Estate Tips

The 2025 Buyer’s Secret Weapon: How to Secure a Sub-5% Mortgage Today

As we approach the final weeks of 2025, savvy home buyers are finding a way to bypass the stubborn affordability challenges of the resale market by targeting new construction inventory. Major home builders, under immense pressure to close their fiscal books before the year ends, are aggressively offering mortgage rate buydowns that can lower interest rates significantly below the current market average. This financial strategy allows buyers to secure move-in ready homes with monthly payments that are hundreds of dollars less than comparable existing properties, making it the definitive “secret weapon” for real estate acquisition this quarter.

16NOV

What to Expect in the 2026 Housing Market

The U.S. housing market may shift significantly in 2026, with the National Association of Realtors projecting a 14% rise in home sales and a 4% increase in prices. These trends suggest a more active market for sellers and growing urgency for buyers. Understanding the forces behind this forecast and preparing strategically will be key to making smart real estate decisions.

09NOV

What Buyers Get Wrong About Mortgage Rates

Mortgage rates in early November 2025 are hovering near an average of 6.26 percent for a 30-year fixed mortgage in the United States, and that number alone forces buyers to think far more strategically. Yet the real danger is not the rate itself, but three expensive errors many buyers make because they do not fully prepare for the financing stage.

Santa Ana, Orange County

Santa Ana is a city in Orange County, California. The city is located at 33°44’44”N and 117°52’4”W. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city’s population was 334,909. According to the last census, the median income for a household in the city was 54,392. Please visit the city page on my website and you’ll be able to see all real estate data and detailed Santa Ana statistics.

know more

https://real-estate-website.net/myre/images/images_city/CA/ChIJhTCCbJXb3IARvP0eHzqET8c/1_700.jpg@https://real-estate-website.net/myre/images/images_city/CA/ChIJL2Ow4sWzwoARIEUV9NRRAwc/1_700.jpg@https://real-estate-website.net/myre/images/images_city/CA/ChIJE9on3F3HwoAR9AhGJW_fL-I/1_700.jpg@https://real-estate-website.net/myre/images/images_city/CA/ChIJWdeZQOjKwoARqo8qxPo6AKE/1_700.jpg@https://real-estate-website.net/myre/images/images_city/CA/ChIJq0fR1gS8woAR0R4I_XnDx9Y/1_700.jpg
Santa Ana, Orange County@Manhattan Beach, Los Angeles County@Los Angeles, Los Angeles County@Long Beach, Los Angeles County@Beverly Hills, Los Angeles County
/buildings_santa_ana_idChIJhTCCbJXb3IARvP0eHzqET8c@/buildings_manhattan_beach_idChIJL2Ow4sWzwoARIEUV9NRRAwc@/buildings_los_angeles_idChIJE9on3F3HwoAR9AhGJW_fL-I@/buildings_long_beach_idChIJWdeZQOjKwoARqo8qxPo6AKE@/buildings_beverly_hills_idChIJq0fR1gS8woAR0R4I_XnDx9Y
Santa Ana is a city in Orange County, California. The city is located at 33°44'44''N and 117°52'4''W. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city's population was 334,909. According to the last census, the median income for a household in the city was 54,392. Please visit the city page on my website and you'll be able to see all real estate data and detailed Santa Ana statistics. @Manhattan Beach is a city in Los Angeles County, California. The city is located at 33°53'5''N and 118°24'39''W. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city's population was 35,881. According to the last census, the median income for a household in the city was 151,031. Please visit the city page on my website and you'll be able to see all real estate data and detailed Manhattan Beach statistics. @Los Angeles is a city in Los Angeles County, California. The city is located at 34°3'8''N and 118°14'37''W. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city's population was 3,928,864. According to the last census, the median income for a household in the city was 52,024. Please visit the city page on my website and you'll be able to see all real estate data and detailed Los Angeles statistics. @Long Beach is a city in Los Angeles County, California. The city is located at 33°46'12''N and 118°11'37''W. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city's population was 473,577. According to the last census, the median income for a household in the city was 54,971. Please visit the city page on my website and you'll be able to see all real estate data and detailed Long Beach statistics. @Beverly Hills is a city in Los Angeles County, California. The city is located at 34°4'25''N and 118°24'1''W. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city's population was 34,871. According to the last census, the median income for a household in the city was 102,415. Please visit the city page on my website and you'll be able to see all real estate data and detailed Beverly Hills statistics.

I know everything about Real Estate. Contact Me!

Brokerage

Shakeel Ahmed Realty

505 N Tustin Ave #278 Santa Ana, CA 92705

Email: shakeelahmedrealty@outlook.com

Phone: (602) 295-8480

Welcome to Shakeel Ahmed Realty, your trusted real estate experts specializing in Santa Ana and the surrounding areas. With years of experience and a deep understanding of the local market, our dedicated team is committed to delivering exceptional service and personalized solutions for all your real estate needs. Known for building lasting relationships and exceeding client expectations, we pride ourselves on our professionalism, expertise, and customer-first approach. Whether you’re buying, selling, or investing, we’re here to guide!

Why Us?

Attention to details

We guarantee a high level of commitment

Competence

You can relax knowing you are in good hands

Experience

High probability of a successful transaction

Local experts

Excellent local market knowledge

Property standing

We offer advice on preparing your home for sale

Share This Page

Quick Navigation

MY LISTINGS

SERVICES

Our Office Location

Schedule a Call