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Back on the Market — and Pending Again: What This Wolf Creek Home Teaches Buyers and Sellers

by Felicia Morales

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Temecula • Wolf Creek • Market Insight

Back on the Market — and Pending Again: What This Wolf Creek Home Teaches Buyers and Sellers

By Felicia Morales • October 23, 2025 • Lumina Real Estate & Lending
Appraised: $1.4M Listed: $1.35M Wolf Creek, South Temecula
Wolf Creek home in Temecula listed by Lumina Real Estate & Lending with resort-style backyard

When Real Estate Gets Real: A Wolf Creek Comeback Story

Every now and then, a home reminds us that the Temecula market is full of surprises—and strong opportunities. One of our listings in Wolf Creek went pending fast. During underwriting, a buyer’s previously undisclosed credit issue surfaced and the deal fell apart.

Buyer takeaway: lenders always find out. Transparency isn’t just about honesty—it protects your purchase and avoids heartbreak later.

The Power of Presentation + Pricing

The good news? The home came back on the market, appraised at $1.4M and listed at $1.35M—offering clear, built-in value to the next buyer. It went pending again within days. Even in a shifting market, well-prepared Temecula homes are still moving fast.

Lessons for Buyers

  • Be transparent with your lender from day one.
  • Disclose credit events (foreclosure, short sale, late pays). Solutions exist when we plan early.
  • Get pre-approved with a team that understands both mortgage structure and real estate timelines.

As a dual real estate and mortgage broker, I see both sides and keep your deal strong from offer to closing.

Lessons for Sellers

  • Thoughtful pricing and presentation still generate strong offers.
  • Local demand from San Diego and Orange County buyers remains active.
  • Even after a fallout, this Wolf Creek property went under contract again in days—serious buyers are out there.

If you’ve been curious about your Temecula home’s value, this is your sign to explore what’s possible.

 

Quick FAQs

Does a strong appraisal help my loan?

A recent appraisal at $1.4M can support underwriting confidence and value—especially when the list is $1.35M. Every scenario is unique; let’s review yours.

What if I’ve had a credit event?

Tell your lender early. With transparency, we can often structure timelines or programs to fit—surprises mid-escrow are what kill deals.

Are Temecula homes still selling quickly?

Well-prepped homes in Wolf Creek and South Temecula continue to move when priced and presented well. This case study proves it.

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