Map Highlights Cities Ready for New Home Growth
It’s no secret that new home construction is slowing down across the U.S.—in fact, building permits are now 19.4% below pre-pandemic levels, and we’ve seen declines for 44 consecutive months. As someone who’s spent years guiding ...
Top Cities Where Homebuyers Find Lower Prices Now
It’s no secret—the housing market is shifting, and we’re now seeing home sellers adjust their expectations. In August, median listing prices per square foot dropped 1.8% year-over-year, with some of the sharpest declines ...
What's the best housing market in Southern California?
With so many vibrant communities in Southern California, I’m often asked where the strongest housing markets are. According to national rankings, Irvine stands out, landing 10th place for real estate and local economics. ...
New Metrics Highlight Opportunities for California Homeownership Growth
There’s a new way of measuring homeownership in California, and it reveals something important: in 2025, just 41% of individual adults in our state own a home—over 10 points below the national average. ...
California's Dynamic Population Trends Highlight New Opportunities
It’s always interesting to see how California’s population trends shift year to year. According to recent research, California saw a slight population decline of 0.02%—that’s about 9,465 residents moving out ...
CA's Most Affordable Places To Live
Finding a place to call home in California doesn’t have to mean stretching your budget. I’m always on the lookout for neighborhoods that offer real value, and it’s exciting to see ten California cities standing out for their housing ...
Report: Housing affordability holds steady in San Diego County
San Diego’s housing market remains a tough landscape for buyers, with just 17% of households able to afford the median home price of $1.075M—a figure that now requires an annual income of $268K. For comparison, ...
Cities Where Dave Ramsey’s 25% Housing Rule Still Works
Think you can buy a home in LA or NYC by following the 25% rule? 🏡💸 Even with a big down payment, payments are sky-high! Discover why traditional advice isn’t working—and what you can do instead. Would you try a ...
San Diego County Homeownership Opportunities Continue to Grow
The latest numbers highlight just how challenging homeownership remains for so many families here in San Diego County. With a median home price of $1.075M, only 17% of local households can afford to buy—requiring ...
Lower Fees Lead to More Homes and More Revenues
It’s encouraging to see how thoughtful changes, like modest reductions to one-time impact fees, can open real opportunities for buyers and communities alike. Recent findings show that cities in California could unlock over 8,300 ...
San Diego Homeownership Achievable for 17% of Households
Did you know only 17% of San Diego households can afford a home with prices now topping $1M? 🏡💸 Homeownership is slipping out of reach—what do you think needs to change? Share your thoughts below!
Affordability Improvements Fluctuate Amid Market Shifts
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Think buying a home just got easier? 🏡 Mortgage rates have dipped to 6.33%, but you still need ...
The State of Mortgages in 2026: Percent of Equity-Rich Properties for the First Quarter 2026
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Did you know fewer U.S. homeowners are equity-rich ...
Post-Wildfire Rebuilding Could Accelerate Modular And Prefab Housing Adoption In California
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Did you know California’s 2025 wildfires destroyed over ...
Report: 29% of Homebuyers Made All-Cash Purchases
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Did you know fewer buyers are paying all cash for homes? 🏡 In March, just 28.8% went all in—down from ...