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California tiered home pricing
Home prices are flatlining across California’s metropolitan areas at the end of 2023.
California home sales volume
Home sales volume continues to fall back in 2023.
Sales volume trends, from a weak year; Monthly Statistical Update (December 2023)
Sales volume after 2023’s puny seasonal bounce; Sales volume is weakening, but a recovery lurks; MLS inventory flatlines, buyers and sellers wait
Financial risk is high in these California metros
In terms of financial safety, most California metros rank low, with the housing market to blame.
Mortgage industry sees more originations in 2024, despite also anticipating a recession
The MBA’s crystal ball shows more mortgage originations in 2024 – but also a recession.
California home sales volume: downturn solidifies in September 2023
California home sales volume in September 2023 was down 14% from the prior month — and down 20% from a year earlier.
No more owner-occupancy requirements for ADUs
AB 976 is the latest in a long line of pro-ADU legislation to make its mark on California’s anemic housing landscape.
Homeowner insurance premiums aren’t so bad here in California — but coverage is hard to find
Outdated legislation limiting premium increases has caused major insurers to abandon California homeowners in recent months.
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