As California’s housing market shows signs of slowing momentum, Friendly Offer by Balsamo Homes, a trusted home-buying company based in Southern California, is helping homeowners navigate longer selling timelines with fast, all-cash solutions. The company, led by founder and real estate investor Scott Berens, specializes in buying houses for cash locally in Agoura Hills, Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, and across the golden state.
According to recent Redfin data, California home prices rose slightly in June 2025, with the median sale price reaching $865,800—up 1.0% year-over-year. While the number of homes sold across the state also ticked up by 1.1%, homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 35 days on market—eight days more than the same time last year.
Local trends reflect an even more cautious market. In Simi Valley, the median sale price remained mostly flat at $850,000, but homes are now sitting for an average of 44 days—11 days longer than last year. Thousand Oaks saw prices drop 3.0% to a median of $1.13 million, and the time on market increased to 45 days. Meanwhile, Agoura Hills experienced a slight 0.8% price increase to $1.33 million, but sellers are waiting 39 days on average—up six days year-over-year.
“With homes sitting on the market longer and interest rates fluctuating, many California sellers are looking for simpler options,” said Scott Berens, founder of Friendly Offer. “We provide a streamlined, no-hassle way to sell your home as-is, without showings, repairs, or delays. Our mission is to help people move forward, especially when traditional listings don’t make sense.”
Friendly Offer stands out by purchasing homes in any condition, often closing in as little as 7–14 days. The company caters to homeowners facing probate, divorce, foreclosure, inherited properties, or those simply needing to relocate quickly. Their service removes the uncertainty of the open market and avoids costly commissions or closing fees.
“Selling a home doesn’t have to be complicated or stressful,” Berens added. “Whether you’re in Agoura Hills, Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, or anywhere in California, we’re here to make you a fair, friendly offer and close on your terms.”
With the California housing market showing signs of deceleration, Friendly Offer’s presence is becoming increasingly valuable. Homeowners who want to avoid the wait—and the risk of price drops—are finding a reliable partner in Berens and his team.
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