California ranks dead last for job growth in US – Jonathan Lansner

The last time California ranked 51st for job growth before 2023 was the year Bill Clinton was sworn in as president, Beanie Babies were introduced, the first “Jurassic Park” hit the big... Read more »
Tech billionaires plan to build California city from scratch

Tech billionaires plan to build California city from scratch

For years, residents in Solano County heard about a mysterious group buying up thousands of acres of farmland and making millionaires out of property owners. The agricultural land had been owned by... Read more »
Why California shouldn’t bail out the home insurance industry

Why California shouldn’t bail out the home insurance industry

Insurance companies collected more than $150 billion in premiums from California homeowners over the last 25 years and enjoyed profits at four times the national average. Now they’re demanding an unprecedented bailout... Read more »
Can California Make Builder’s Remedy Work?

Can California Make Builder’s Remedy Work?

Alexandra Hack, a principal at Cedar Street Partners, has taken on an expensive endeavor.  She’s one of a handful of developers testing out the viability of builder’s remedy in California’s courtrooms in... Read more »
Vista Real Estate joins Sotheby’s, expanding its presence in California

Vista Real Estate joins Sotheby’s, expanding its presence in California

Sotheby’s International Realty is expanding its footprint in the Golden State. On Thursday, the Anywhere brand announced that Northern California firm Vista Real Estate had joined the Sotheby’s network. The Redding, California-based... Read more »
California lawmakers put funding for ADUs in flux. What you need to know

California lawmakers put funding for ADUs in flux. What you need to know

A popular state grant program to help low- and moderate-income California homeowners build accessory dwelling units may end up with $25 million in new funding following a tussle over dollars in the... Read more »
Southern California Home Sales Rise After Two-Year Slump

Southern California Home Sales Rise After Two-Year Slump

Southern California has slammed the brakes on falling home sales. After 25 straight months of declining year-over-year sales, home sales rose 7 percent in January to 10,581 deals, the Orange County Register... Read more »
Homebuilding Drops in California, but Falls Faster in U.S.

Homebuilding Drops in California, but Falls Faster in U.S.

Homebuilding permits across the Golden State fell last year, but not as fast as across the U.S. California developers filed permits for 111,221 homes last year, 6 percent fewer than in 2022,... Read more »
Tax Implications of Estate Planning In California [Essential Insights]

Tax Implications of Estate Planning In California [Essential Insights]

If you’re wondering what the tax implications of estate planning in California are, you’re at the right place. Estate planning requires understanding of various types of taxes. These include inheritance, gift, and... Read more »
Is it a Good Time to Buy a House in California in 2024?

Is it a Good Time to Buy a House in California in 2024?

If you are thinking of buying a house in California in 2024, you might be wondering if it is a good time to do so. The answer depends on your personal and... Read more »