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2026

Factory-Built Housing to Growth in California This Year

Slide 1 California’s factory-built homes might finally go mainstream in 2026. Slide 2 Off-site construction could cut building timelines 10–30%, even up to 50% under ideal conditions. Slide 3 Prefab panels and modules save 10–25% on materials and labor with assembly-line precision. Slide 4 Interest is booming: more developers are now...

Financial Planning Tips for First-Time Homebuyers

Preparing financially before buying a home is crucial. Upfront costs include the down payment, which can be as low as 3-5% depending on the loan type, plus inspections, appraisal, and closing costs. Savings should cover these and monthly mortgage payments. Review your budget and calculate your debt-to-income ratio to ensure affordability. Maintain a good credit score by avoiding new credit and checking...

January yields growth in new-home mortgage applications

Purchase mortgage applications for newly constructed homes rose 2% year-over-year and 19% month-over-month in January. Single-family housing starts increased 4.1% from November to December but were 9% lower than the previous year. Full-year 2025 single-family construction slowed, with starts down 6.9% and permits down 7.4%. New-home sales rebounded 3.6% seasonally adjusted in January. Average loan size...

California Homebuyers Benefit from 23-Month Low Prices in January

California's existing single-family home sales fell to 256,550 in January, down 10.8% from December and 1.3% from January 2025, marking the lowest level since May 2025. The median home price dropped 3.2% from December to $823,180, a 23-month low. Pending sales rose 34.6% month-to-month due to lower mortgage rates. Housing inventory increased, with the unsold inventory index at 4.4 months. The...

January Brings More Affordable Homes to California Buyers

California's existing single-family home sales fell 10.8% from December to 256,550 in January, down 1.3% from the previous year, marking 40 months below 300,000 annualized sales. The median home price dropped 3.2% from December to $823,180, its lowest in 23 months, with a notable annual decline. Despite this, many counties saw year-over-year sales and price gains. Mortgage rates easing and improved...

Early 2026 Signals for California’s Housing Rebound

Sales quietly climbing — CA home sales forecast to rise ~2% in 2026. California home prices are rising modestly, not crashing — mild growth into 2026 expected. Correction signs exist, but supply shortages still keep deep price crashes unlikely. Inventory stabilizes and slightly rises, creating real choice for buyers....

10 Tips for First-time Homebuyers

Embarking on homeownership can be exciting yet daunting for first-time buyers. Key tips include assessing your financial situation, getting mortgage pre-approval, and finding a reputable real estate agent. Consider location, make informed offers, and get a home inspection. Explore various mortgage types and understand homeowner costs, including property taxes and insurance. Be prepared for closing costs...

Can San Diego Ease Homebuyer Pressure by Late 2026?

Home values $916,964, expected growth 1.9% in 2026. Monthly mortgage payments $5,538, rising $49. Affordability slightly improves to 56.2% of median income. San Diego remains high-cost despite slight rate and payment improvements. Buyers need significant income to maintain financial comfort....

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