Paint color plays a powerful role in how buyers perceive a home. Learn which palettes help homes sell in 2026—and which choices can quietly hurt value—in Newport Beach and Costa Mesa.
2026 Home Color Trends: Elevated Palettes for Newport Beach & Costa Mesa Homes
Explore the 2026 home color trends shaping Newport Beach and Costa Mesa homes. Warm, coastal palettes that enhance livability, design, and resale value.
Compass + Coldwell Banker: What the World’s Largest Brokerage Means for Lucas Real Estate and Our Clients in Newport Beach, Costa Mesa & Orange County
Now part of the world’s largest real estate brokerage, we’re expanding our reach, resources, and network in Newport Beach and beyond—so our clients gain more opportunity, stronger execution, and even greater confidence in every transaction.
California Landlord–Tenant Update for 2026: New Refrigerator and Stove Appliance Requirements You Need to Know
Starting in 2026, California landlords must provide a working stove and refrigerator under AB 628. Learn how this impacts leases and habitability rules.
2026 IRS Gift & Estate Tax Rules: $15 Million Lifetime Exclusion Is Here — What Newport Beach Homeowners Need to Know Now
The rules have changed—and high-value real estate owners should pay attention.
With the new $15 million federal gift and estate tax exclusion for 2026, families owning coastal California real estate now have unprecedented flexibility in estate and tax planning. Here’s what this means for Newport Beach and Orange County property owners.
The Garn–St. Germain Act: How a Little-Known Federal Law May Let You Transfer Your Ultra-Low Mortgage Rate to Your Children
Many Newport Beach and Costa Mesa homeowners are sitting on historically low mortgage rates—and don’t realize a federal law may allow them to transfer property, and their low mortgage, to their children without triggering a refinance. The Garn–St. Germain Act of 1982 can protect certain family transfers, but only when done correctly. In this article, we break down what the law allows, where it doesn’t apply, and how local families are using it as part of smart real estate, tax, and estate planning.
6 Reasons Why December Might Be the Best Time to Buy a Home in Newport Beach & Costa Mesa
December can be one of the smartest (and most overlooked) months to buy a home in Newport Beach and Costa Mesa. With fewer buyers in the market, more motivated sellers, potential year-end tax advantages, and faster closing timelines, the holiday season may offer buyers a real edge. Here’s why December might be the perfect time to make your move.
2025–2026 California Property Tax Bills Are Out! Don’t Miss Your Deadlines (The County Will NOT Remind You!)
Property tax season is here again! Orange County has released the 2025–2026 secured property tax bills, and homeowners in Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, and the surrounding coastal communities should review their bills now. The County won’t remind you if you miss a payment, and penalties can be steep—especially on high-value homes. Here’s what you need to know about deadlines, online payments, and why December 10 and April 10 are the real dates that matter.
All-Cash? All Eyes on You: What the New 2026 FinCEN Rule Means for Real Estate in Newport Beach & Beyond
Starting March 1, 2026, the U.S. Treasury’s new FinCEN Residential Real Estate Reporting Rule will require escrow and title companies to collect and report detailed information on all-cash purchases by trusts and LLCs. Here’s what Newport Beach and Costa Mesa buyers and sellers need to know—and why expert guidance is essential.
8 Expert Home Staging Tips for Newport Beach & Costa Mesa Sellers
Ready to sell your Newport Beach or Costa Mesa home? Discover 8 professional staging tips to attract more buyers, make a stunning first impression, and sell faster with Lucas Real Estate Group—your local legal and luxury real estate experts.
