Category: California

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©Zillow More than 39 million people call California home, and with the state’s sunny climate, warm beaches, diverse landscape and easygoing vibe, the Golden State has long been a favorite destination to live. The West Coast location is also appealing because of its endless outdoor activities, variety of food, state parks and job opportunities. While California is a desirable state, not every city is investment-worthy. “When it comes to real estate, not all that glitters is gold — especially in California,” Yawar Charlie, a Los Angeles-based senior real estate agent,…

Finding the right real estate agent is crucial when buying or selling property. California, with its diverse landscapes and booming property markets, is home to some of the nation’s most talented real estate professionals. In our comprehensive guide, we unveil the top 10 real estate agents in California, spotlighting those who have set the gold standard in this highly competitive industry. From Los Angeles to San Francisco, these top real estate agents in California are renowned for their expertise, market knowledge, and dedication to client satisfaction. They not only excel…

In Mountain House, Calif., temperatures yesterday reached 107 degrees, the start of what is expected to be a weeklong heatwave. High temperatures in the region average 95 degrees in a typical July. This area has seen an influx of residents escaping high housing costs on the coast, who arrived only to be tested by triple-digit temperatures. Some Californians Found Dream Homes Inland. But It Sure Is Hot There. When Farwa Ali and her family wanted to buy a bigger home, Mountain House, Calif., seemed to check all of their boxes.…

A city councilman in Newark, California, quit his role after being “priced out” of buying a home in the city and he lamented the struggle that working people face to afford purchasing property in the area amid expensive mortgages. In a Facebook post, Mike Bucci said he decided to resign and move from Newark because he could not afford to buy a home there. Read more: How to Calculate How Much House You Can Afford “We’re just the next people in a long line of folks who have been priced…