Mark Adams - Real Estate Agent

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Cabinet Wholesalers is proud to help spread the word about our friends at **Hale Glass** and their **17th Annual Blood Drive!**

📅 **September 11, 2026**
📍 **Hale Glass — 1910 Estelle Lane, Placentia**

Last year, this incredible community donated **53 units of lifesaving blood.** This year, the challenge is simple:

🔥 **HALE YEAH — LET’S BREAK THE RECORD!** 🔥

Hale Glass started this annual tradition in remembrance of the **September 11 attacks**, and this year’s blood drive falls on September 11 itself. It’s a meaningful opportunity to honor those we lost through something positive — **coming together to help save the lives of others.** 🇺🇸

❤️ One donation can help save up to **three lives**.
🩸 Every blood type is needed.
💪 And every donor can make a difference.

So grab a friend, coworker or family member and roll up your sleeves!

**53 units last year. Let’s see what Orange County can do this year!**

Please **SHARE this post** and help us get the word out! ❤️🩸🇺🇸

“We Asked Real Estate Agents Which Home Features Turn Buyers Away—And They’re Not What You’d Expect”

We Asked Real Estate Agents Which Home Features Turn Buyers Away—And They’re Not What You’d Expect — The Spruce Postponing home maintenance—from major issues to minor repairs and even outdoor yard work—is the top selling faux pas. Decor, color, and art choices are too subjective and often make it difficult for buyers to imagine their furnishings in the space.

🏡 What Does the News About Banning Big Investors from Buying Homes Mean for Homeowners?

You may have seen headlines about a proposal to restrict large institutional investors (Wall Street firms, hedge funds, etc.) from buying more single-family homes.

Here’s what it could mean for current homeowners:

✅ Less competition from cash buyers
If fewer large investors are bidding on homes, everyday buyers may face less pressure, creating a healthier market.

📈 Home values are unlikely to drop overnight
Institutional investors own a relatively small percentage of homes nationwide. Your home’s value is still driven mainly by location, demand, interest rates, and supply.

🏠 A more balanced housing market
This could encourage more owner-occupied homes instead of rentals, strengthening neighborhoods and long-term stability.

⏳ This is a proposal, not law
Nothing changes immediately. Any real impact would take time and require Congressional approval.

👉 Bottom line:
For homeowners, this is more about future market balance than sudden value changes. Smart buyers, sellers, and investors will continue to focus on local conditions—not headlines.

💬 What’s your take? Would limiting big investors help families compete for homes?

Trump says he wants to limit institutional investors owning single-family homes — Business Insider Updated Jan 7, 2026, 6:48 PM GMT The move could affect big firms that have invested in homes. Mario Tama/Getty Images President Donald Trump announced a plan to block large investors from buying single-family homes. It could affect firms that have moved into the home-rental market. Big investors buy...

Homeowner’s insurance is such a pain today:

Protection For Homeowners — Consumer Reports Safer Personal Care Products

Hans Ingram, a real estate expert and Partner at JSM Project Management, says kitchen renovations are a consistent high-ROI home upgrade:

We Asked Real Estate Pros for the Best Upgrades That Add Major Value—And They Chose These 4 — The Spruce Upgrades that are both practical and good-looking usually offer the best value. Going too fancy or too personalized can hurt your return when it’s time to sell. Boosting curb appeal makes the whole house feel more inviting and can pay off big.

Experts weigh in on how much you should plan to budget.

The Average Cost of a Kitchen Renovation in Your Region Is NOT What You'd Expect — House Beautiful

Should you buy a house now or wait until next year?

Experts Predict Where the Housing Market Is Headed in 2026 — GOBankingRates The real estate market is challenging for buyers and sellers alike. With national average prices essentially flat in 2025, according to Zillow Research, sellers are disappointed to find they don’t have the advantages afforded to them during the pandemic.

According to a recent report by Zillow, 53 percent of all homes have declined in value compared to 2024.

Half of US homes are losing value—Map shows where prices falling fastest — Newsweek

It’s about the ‘arcane underpinnings’ of the mortgage-bond market:

Analysis | Mortgage Rates Are Finally Falling. Here’s Why They Can Move Fast. — The Wall Street Journal It’s about the ‘arcane underpinnings’ of the mortgage-bond market

Southern cities, Midwest suburbs, and charming towns are among the best places to live for families in the U.S.

9 Best Places to Live in the U.S. for Families, According to Real Estate Experts — Travel + Leisure