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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Outdated legislation limiting premium increases has caused major insurers to abandon California homeowners in recent months.
As mortgage rates rise, so must property prices retreat; Monthly Statistical Update (November 2023)
https://vimeo.com/880610858 The Monthly Statistical Update (MSU) keeps agents and brokers current on the market trends affecting California real estate transactions. This month, we’re covering: ARM rates, which remain useless to buyers seeking to increase their...
Alternative fee structures to attract clients when home prices are falling
Sellers attempting to save money when prices are falling often turn to FSBOs – here’s how you can regain fee-adverse clients.
Nine-in-ten homebuyers weigh climate risks when choosing a home
A detailed and complete NHD contains material facts about the property, about which the homebuyer needs to be informed ASAP.
Rental vacancies advance; rents fall back. Surprised?
The rent is still too darn high — but not as high as it was yesterday here in California.
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.
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