July 2025

California’s home sales dropped below Great Recession levels, marking a prolonged slowdown since mid-2023. Experts predict flat or falling prices by year-end unless inventory grows far beyond current levels...

First American Data & Analytics reports a continued national home price slowdown with seven months of annual deceleration, signaling a shift toward a buyer's market. Inventory growth and affordability constraints are driving price cuts, especially in the starter home tier, which saw declines in 14 of the top 30 markets. This cooling may help first-time buyers, particularly in expensive and...

California housing inventory is rising sharply while home sales remain sluggish, echoing pre-2008 trends. Stricter lending standards and a stronger job market reduce the risk of a 2008-style crash....

San Diego's home listings surged over 70% in April, the highest growth among top 50 US metros. This inventory increase means buyers now face more choices than any time since the pandemic began....

Research local schools even if you don’t have kids — they influence home values. Consider internet availability and speed, especially for remote work or streaming needs....

In May 2025, Southern California's housing market showed a slight cooling with home sales down 7.6% year-over-year and median prices rising 0.9% to $888,000. Inventory increased, signaling a shift toward a more balanced market, though still favoring sellers. High mortgage rates around 6.77% are limiting affordability. Price growth is expected to slow, with steady demand driven by population and...

California homebuilding costs rose by $68,200 after tariffs. Golden State builders pay more for lumber and steel....

California’s Real Estate market varies widely by region, requiring tailored strategies to attract the right local buyers. Setting a strategic listing price based on comps and trends attracts more buyers and avoids costly markdowns....

Home prices are projected to rise by 3–5% due to strong buyer demand. Limited inventory is expected to sustain competition among buyers....

California’s AB 2747 requires landlords to offer tenants the option to report on-time rent to credit bureaus. Tenants may pay $10/month to report rent, with opt-in required at lease signing or annually thereafter....