January 2026 Housing Market Update for North Orange County

By Philip Kang

Philip Kang is the visionary team leader of the HomeReady Team, based in Orange County, California. Since founding the team, Philip has driven rapid growth year after year, with the team on track to close over $150 million in real estate volume in 2025.

Is waiting for interest rates to drop actually the most expensive move you can make right now? If you’ve been watching the market and wondering whether to jump in or finally list your home, you’re not alone. A lot of people are holding back, waiting for “perfect” conditions that may never come.

Today, I’ll be sharing what the numbers actually show as we kick off 2026 and why acting now might be smarter than waiting. If you want to learn more, just watch the full video or jump to the topics that interest you most using the timestamps below.

00:00 — Introduction and 2026 Market Kick-off
00:45 — The Impact of Weather and Seasonality on Sales
02:15 — Local Market Data: Fullerton, Yorba Linda, and Anaheim
04:00 — The Inventory Crisis: Why Listing Numbers are Low
05:30 — Understanding Months of Supply and Market Demand
07:20 — The Relationship Between Interest Rates and Home Prices
09:10 — Why Buying Now Offers a “Window of Opportunity”
10:45 — The Importance of Home Preparation for Sellers
12:30 — 2026 Outlook and No-Upfront-Cost Prep Programs

The best opportunities often happen before everyone else realizes it. Whether you’re buying or selling, the smart time to plan is now.

If you have questions or just want more information, our team is here to help. For sellers, call (714) 805-8207. For buyers, call (714) 709-2939.

If you want to schedule a free, no-obligation personalized strategy session, feel free to call or message me directly at (714) 451-4543 or email phil@homereadyteam.com.

You can also contact Caroline Lee at (213) 505-5141 or email her at caroline@homereadyteam.com. We’re here to help you find the best move for your situation.