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2026 Riverside County Loan Limits: Conventional, FHA & VA
Last updated: August 2026, using figures effective January 1, 2026. Loan limits change every year, and where you fall in the range below determines what type of financing is available to you without moving into jumbo territory. Here’s a clear breakdown of the 2026 Conventional (Conforming), FHA, and VA loan

Temecula & Murrieta Real Estate Market Update — August 2026
Temecula prices are cooling slightly while Murrieta holds a balanced market — plus what this week’s mortgage rate jump means for buyers and sellers.

32920 Northshire Cir Temecula CA 92592
Sold for $950,000 | Crowne Hill home | 5 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms | 3,341 sq ft | 7,405 sq ft lot | Low HOA | Low taxes

13.9 Acres for Sale in Homeland CA | 31300 Ruth Lane
13.9 acres for sale in Homeland | 3 contiguous parcels | Panoramic views | Electric, private well, and septic on site

41425 Via Del Toronjo, Temecula, CA 92592
Temecula Wine Country land for sale | 2.69 acres | Gated Glen Oaks Ranch community | Cul-de-sac location

29427 Bentcreek Court Menifee, CA 92584
Oasis 55+ home for sale in Menifee | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms | 2,085 sq ft | 2-car garage

28338 Pleasanton Court, Menifee, CA 92584
SOLD in Menifee’s Oasis 55+ community | 2 bed, 2 bath, 1,868 sq ft single-story Messina | sold for $490,000, about $10K over asking in ~10 days.

Marchena Home Team Featured in Redfin Article About Low Home Appraisals
Marchena Home Team Featured in Redfin Article About Low Home Appraisals Marchena Home Team was recently featured in Redfin’s article, “What to Do if Your Home Appraisal Comes in Low.” In the article, Redfin explains what buyers and sellers can do when a home appraisal comes in lower than the

SOLD | 29224 Sparkling Drive Menifee CA | Oasis 55+ Home for Sale in Menifee
SOLD! Oasis 55+ home for sale in Menifee | 3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | 2,121 sq ft | 6,534 sq ft lot

SOLD | 42928 Agena St, Temecula, CA 92592
SOLD! South Temecula pool home in Starlight Ridge South featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, approximately 1,975 sq ft, a private pool and spa, no rear neighbors, low HOA, low taxes, and a large 11,761 sq ft lot.

Crowne Hill & California Tradewinds Community Garage Sale — Temecula’s Annual Neighborhood Event
Every year, the Crowne Hill and California Tradewinds neighborhoods in Temecula come together for a community-wide garage sale — an annual neighborhood tradition that brings residents and local shoppers together. Dozens of households participate at once, which means one morning of great finds for shoppers and a perfect opportunity for

SOLD | 36275 Firelight Wildomar CA Sold | $25K Over Asking in 17 Days
Sold home in Wildomar CA at 36275 Firelight in just 17 days for $25,000 over the original list price with no seller concessions. See how strategic pricing and marketing made the difference.

SOLD | Temecula Wine Country Home
SOLD Temecula Wine Country Sold 03/23/26 Another successful closing for our clients in Temecula Wine Country Strategic negotiation, strong execution, and a smooth closing from start to finish. Buyer Representation by Anita Marchena | Financing by Michael Marchena See More Sold Homes Call or Text us Today Thinking about buying,

SOLD | 7470 Blanchard Avenue, Fontana, CA 92336
💰 $615,000 • 🛏 3 Beds • 🛁 2 Baths • 📐 1,310 Sq Ft • 🚗 2-Car Garage • 🛠️ Built in 1981 • 🌳 Lot: 7,700 Sq Ft • 🏘 No HOA

Michael Marchena | Real Estate Broker & Home Loan Specialist
Michael Marchena is a Temecula Valley Real Estate Broker and Mortgage Loan Originator helping buyers and sellers with real estate guidance, local market insight, and home financing support.

Anita Marchena Realtor | Broker
Anita Marchena is a trusted Temecula Valley Realtor and Broker helping buyers and sellers achieve their real estate goals with personalized service and strong local market expertise.