Casey Garduno, Realtor

10/14/2026

10/08/2026

🏡 Can you still buy a home in Yucaipa for under $600,000?

Yes — and there are still good options, depending on what matters most to you.

I just put together a simple local guide covering:

• What $600K can buy in Yucaipa
• Why the monthly payment matters more than just the list price
• What to watch for with insurance and HOA costs
• When a dated home may actually be a good opportunity
• How days on market can affect your offer
• Why you do not have to spend your full budget
• How to be ready when the right home comes up

If you are thinking about buying in Yucaipa, this is a good place to start.

👉 Read the full guide here:

https://soldbycasey.com/homes-under-600k-in-yucaipa/

If you want, I can also help you see what is currently available under your budget.

Casey Garduno, REALTOR®
CENTURY 21 Lois Lauer Realty
909-553-0927
soldbycasey.com
CA DRE #01262961

10/05/2026

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09/23/2026

🍎🎃 Fall is here in Yucaipa!

If you're looking for something fun to do over the next few weeks, I put together a local guide featuring:

• Yucaipa Autumnfest
• Live Oak Canyon Pumpkin Farm
• Oak Glen apple picking
• Pumpkin patches & corn mazes
• Countyline Farmers Market
• Local walking groups
• Whisper Ranch hiking
• More fall fun around Yucaipa, Redlands & Oak Glen

One of my favorite things about living here is having so many fall activities close to home.

👉 Read the full guide:

https://soldbycasey.com/things-to-do-in-yucaipa-this-fall/

Which one are you planning to visit this year?

Casey Garduno, REALTOR®
CENTURY 21 Lois Lauer Realty
909-553-0927
soldbycasey.com
CA DRE #01262961

Things to do in Yucaipa this fall include community festivals, pumpkin patches, apple picking, farmers markets, hiking and plenty of reasons to get outside a...

09/09/2026

Have you ever looked at your backyard and thought:

“Could I build another little home back there?” 🏡

Whether you call it an ADU, granny flat, in-law suite or backyard home, more Yucaipa homeowners are asking about adding extra living space.

And Yucaipa now has a pre-reviewed ADU program, so I put together a simple guide covering:

• Where to start
• What to check before hiring a contractor
• Permits
• Costs people sometimes forget
• Using an ADU for family
• Whether an ADU may affect home value
• What buyers should know when looking for ADU potential

👉 Read the full guide:

https://soldbycasey.com/adu-in-yucaipa/

Thinking about buying a home with a larger lot—or wondering if an ADU makes sense before selling? I'm happy to help you look at the real estate side first.

Casey Garduno, REALTOR®
CENTURY 21 Lois Lauer Realty
909-553-0927
soldbycasey.com
CA DRE #01262961

ADU in Yucaipa searches are becoming more important as homeowners look for ways to create additional living space, help family members, or make better use...

08/24/2026

Thinking about buying a home in Yucaipa and wondering:

“How much income do I actually need?”

That answer depends on more than just your salary.

Your buying power can change based on:

• Down payment
• Mortgage rate
• Car and credit-card payments
• Property taxes
• Homeowners insurance
• HOA costs
• The price of the home you choose

I just published a new local guide using a $600,000 Yucaipa home example to show what the numbers may look like and why two buyers with the same income can qualify very differently.

One of my biggest pieces of advice:

Don’t start with the maximum price a lender says you can afford. Start with the monthly payment that feels comfortable for your life.

Read the full guide here:

https://soldbycasey.com/how-much-income-to-buy-a-home-in-yucaipa/

If you’re wondering what your income and budget could realistically buy in Yucaipa, I’m always happy to help you look at the options.

Casey Garduno, REALTOR®
CENTURY 21 Lois Lauer Realty
📱 909-553-0927
🌐 soldbycasey.com
CA DRE #01262961

How much income to buy a home in Yucaipa? If you are looking at today's home prices and mortgage rates, that may be one of...

08/21/2026

Thinking about buying a brand-new home in Yucaipa?

Before you walk into a builder's sales office, there are a few things I want you to know.

Builders may be offering incentives right now—but the biggest advertised incentive isn't always the best overall deal.

I just put together a new local guide covering:

• Builder incentives
• Preferred-lender offers
• Inspections on brand-new homes
• HOA fees and special assessments
• Solar questions
• What to look for in the DRE Public Report
• Why you should compare new construction with resale

🏡 New Construction Homes in Yucaipa: 7 Best Buyer Tips

Read the full guide here:

https://soldbycasey.com/new-construction-homes-in-yucaipa/

Thinking about touring a new-home community? Reach out before your first visit and let's compare your options.

Casey Garduno, REALTOR®
CENTURY 21 Lois Lauer Realty
📱 909-553-0927
🌐 soldbycasey.com
CA DRE #01262961

New construction homes in Yucaipa are getting attention from buyers who want modern layouts, energy-efficient features and the possibility of builder incenti...

08/15/2026

Thinking about buying in Yucaipa or Redlands with a budget around $600,000?

The same budget can look very different in each city.

Yucaipa’s recent median sale price has been closer to the $600K range, while Redlands has been higher, which means buyers may see different trade-offs in:

• Home size
• Lot size
• Age and condition
• Location
• HOA costs
• Overall monthly payment

I just published a new local guide comparing Yucaipa vs Redlands real estate and what buyers should think about before choosing where to focus their search.

The biggest takeaway?

Don’t choose a city based on the name alone. Compare the actual homes, payments, and lifestyle fit.

👉 Read the full guide here:
https://soldbycasey.com/yucaipa-vs-redlands-real-estate-600k/

If you’re wondering what your budget can realistically buy in either market, I’m happy to help you compare your options.

Casey Garduno, REALTOR®
CENTURY 21 Lois Lauer Realty
📱 909-553-0927
🌐 soldbycasey.com
CA DRE #01262961

Yucaipa vs Redlands Real Estate: 5 Smart $600K Tips Yucaipa vs Redlands real estate is an interesting comparison if your home-buying budget is around $600,00...

08/10/2026

f you're buying a home in Yucaipa or Redlands, there is one thing I don't want you waiting until the end of escrow to investigate:

🏡 Homeowners insurance.

With wildfire-hazard areas throughout parts of our region, buyers often ask me:

🔥 “Will I be able to insure the house?”
🔥 “Does being in a fire zone automatically mean expensive insurance?”
🔥 “What is the California FAIR Plan?”
🔥 “When should I get an insurance quote?”

I put together a new local guide answering those questions—and one fact may surprise you:

CAL FIRE's Fire Hazard Severity Zone map does not directly determine your insurance rate or whether a company will insure the home.

There is much more to the story.

Before you fall in love with a property, know what questions to ask and which official resources to use.

👉 Read my full Yucaipa & Redlands Home Insurance Buyer Guide:
https://soldbycasey.com/home-insurance-yucaipa-redlands-buyers/

Thinking about buying locally? I'm always happy to help you look at the complete picture—home, payment, condition, location and the questions you should be asking along the way.

Casey Garduno, REALTOR®
CENTURY 21 Lois Lauer Realty
📱 909-553-0927
🌐 soldbycasey.com
CA DRE #01262961

If you are shopping for a home in Yucaipa or Redlands, there is one phone call I would rather have you make early than late:...

08/07/2026

Mortgage rates are at 6.69%, and I keep hearing the same question from buyers:

“Should I buy now or wait for rates to come down?”

For buyers in Yucaipa and Redlands, the answer isn’t just about the rate.

It also depends on:
• what the monthly payment looks like
• how much negotiating room you have
• whether a seller may help with closing costs
• how long you plan to stay in the home
• and whether the right property is available now

I just put together a new local guide that breaks it all down in simple terms—without the hype.

If you’re thinking about buying this year, take a look before you decide to wait.

👉 Read the full blog: https://soldbycasey.com/buy-home-now-or-wait-yucaipa-redlands/

Have questions about what your budget could buy in Yucaipa or Redlands? I’m always happy to help you compare the numbers.

Casey Garduno, REALTOR®
📱 909-553-0927
🌐 soldbycasey.com
CA DRE #01262961

Learn how to choose the right real estate agent by reviewing local knowledge, communication, buying support, selling strategy and client guidance.Should you buy a home now or wait? See what the 6.69% mortgage rate means for Yucaipa and Redlands buyers, payments and negotiations.