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Mills Act: The Best Incentive for Residential Property Owners
Owners of historic properties in Orange County can benefit from up-to-date preservation information and the Mills Act, which offers property tax rebates for maintaining historic homes. If your city lacks a Mills Act, consider advocating for it. Following the Secretary of the Interior's Standards is crucial for property rehabilitation. Nominating properties for state or national…
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Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim in Early-Spring 2025
Active listings ↑ 51.8% yearly New listings ↑ 19.0% yearly Median price $1,179K ↑ 2.5% yearly Price per sq. ft. ↑ 1.9% yearly Median days on market: 42, no change New listings ↓ 13.0%
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Happy Easter
Easter is a Christian holiday that celebrates the belief in the resurrection of Jesus Christ.However, according to many theologians, Easter originally began before the arrival of Christianity.It is believed that Easter is named after the Anglo-Saxon goddess of the dawn and spring, known as Eostre.Examples of Easter traditions include Easter eggs and related games such…
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Experts Give Their Five-Year California Real Estate Forecast
High home prices will persist due to limited inventory, strict zoning laws, high construction costs, and strong buyer competition.Climate-related issues, especially wildfires, could significantly raise insurance costs, impacting home affordability and shaping future development.
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California: Price Surge Amidst Sales Trend Shifts
In Mid-Q1, San Diego's median home price reached $1.04M, marking a 6.1% increase. California's statewide median home price rose by 2.8% yearly, settling at ~$829K.
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OPEN HOUSE STARTS TOMORROW!! PRICE DROP!! Now $1,299,888!! Visit 49 Nightshade in Irvine—3-bed, 3-bath Quail Hill condo with upgrades & amenities.
PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Don't miss your chance to visit 49 Nightshade, this charming 3-bed, 3-bath condo in Irvine’s desirable Quail Hill Community is listed at the improved price of $1,299,888. Built in 2003, this 1,683 sq. ft. home features a three-level floor plan with a 2-car garage and bonus storage basement. The spacious living area boasts…
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California Home Sales Plunge 10% on High Rates
High mortgage rates caused a 10% drop in California home sales in Eary-Q1 2025. Median home prices fell 2.6% MoM but increased 6.3% yearly.
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SoCal: When Will the Price Slide End?
Southern California home prices fell 0.4% in Early-Q1, marking six consecutive months of declines. High mortgage rates and increased housing supply have led to slower price growth.
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Happy April Fool’s Day
Breaking news! Interest rates at pre-pandemic levels, mortgage rates at all-time low, announces Fed. It's a dream come true for homebuyers who have been waiting for the perfect time to enter the market! Dream on… Happy April Fool’s Day!
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Insurance Protections Granted for Hughes Fire Homeowners
California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara has expanded the one-year moratorium on homeowners insurance non-renewals and cancellations to include residents affected by the Hughes Fire. This measure protects homeowners from losing their insurance due to wildfire risk, providing stability for families recovering from disasters. The moratorium now covers specific ZIP codes around the Hughes Fire area.…
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