wildfire | firsttuesday Journal

Wildfire protection is a statewide legislative concern for housing

by ft Editorial Staff | Apr 10, 2025 | Feature Articles, Laws and Regulations, Real Estate | 0

Only when homes are no longer being built in wildfire zones will the wildfire risk fall to an acceptable level.

Restrictive central city zoning fuels construction for wildfires

by Amy Platero | Jan 16, 2025 | Economics, Fundamentals, Real Estate | 1

California zoning laws which prohibit high-density infill development and instead incentivize horizontal expansion of suburbs increase the risk of loss to wildfires.

Will our wildfire-based housing markets bounce back?

by ft Editorial Staff | Jan 15, 2025 | Real Estate | 0

In the immediate aftermath of a wildfire, homebuyers and investors lose interest. But memories dwindle.

Homeowner insurance premiums aren’t so bad here in California — but coverage is hard to find

by Carrie B. Reyes | Nov 10, 2023 | Economics, Finance, Home Sales, Real Estate | 1

Outdated legislation limiting premium increases has caused major insurers to abandon California homeowners in recent months.

Wildfire risks wreak havoc on California’s housing market

by Madison Hart | Jun 24, 2022 | Real Estate | 0

Wild fire risk is continually increasing in California. How can the real estate industry beat the heat?

Climate change drives buyers to safer grounds

by Casandra Lopez | Jan 3, 2022 | Real Estate | 0

It’s more important now than ever that builders construct housing that is resilient to climate change or invest in areas that are naturally resilient to climate change.