The rent is still too darn high — but not as high as it was yesterday here in California.
Rental vacancies advance; rents fall back. Surprised?
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Economic Trends in California Real Estate
Learn the 25 economic factors that drive California’s real estate market.
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Unstable economic signals hold down new construction; Monthly Statistical Update (October 2023)
Job growth stalls; The stock market, in disregard of reality; Construction struggles to take off despite need for more housing
As consumer mortgage complaints jump — originations plummet
In 2022, the number of consumer mortgage loans originated by DFPI licensees was down a shocking 70% from the prior year.
Tightened mortgage standards lock out mid- to high-tier homebuyers, sellers
Mortgage loan availability fell in July 2023 to its lowest level in a decade for non-qualified mortgages (QMs).
Zoning obstacles for manufactured homes in California
More acceptance of manufactured homes within California’s zoning laws may help address the state’s 980,000-unit housing deficit.
S&P 500: Stock pricing vs. earnings (P/E ratio)
An update on stock pricing and earnings.
No one wants to sell — does that mean the renovation revolution is here?
Would-be renovators are finding themselves wedged between a rock and several hard places.
2023’s real estate market trends influence all participants; Monthly Statistical Update (September 2023)
2023’s downturn still undeclared; Despite year-over improvement, buyer purchasing power remains low; Saving rates creep higher as consumers rein in spending
Rentals: the future of California real estate?
California’s low homeownership rate means rentals are in high demand, with vacancies near historic lows.
Errata & Updates
06/25: The 2025 rules for buyer representation and fee-splitting avoidance are currently being edited into this e-book.