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California Housing Market

Local context for housing decisions and housing businesses across California.

Coverage of California’s housing markets, lending, development, and policy. Each market report should identify its geography, source, and reporting period.

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AnalysisPolicy & RegulationOct 7, 20264 min read

CRMLS Compass Complaint: What the Suit Seeks

The CRMLS Compass complaint seeks a ruling on listing cooperation rules, but the filing itself creates no marketing exemption for California brokers.

AnalysisPolicy & RegulationOct 1, 20265 min read

California SB 1116 Lot Averaging in 2027

California SB 1116 lot averaging permits smaller parcels for eligible 2027 applications, while average sizes and other project requirements still apply.

AnalysisAgents & BrokeragesSep 24, 20263 min read

Orion MLS Access Rollout: Search Before Feeds

The Orion MLS access rollout connects participating California, Nevada and Oregon markets. Check search access, planned feeds and reuse rights.

Deep GuidePolicy & RegulationSep 21, 20267 min read

San Mateo SB 684 Eligibility: Which Parcels?

Check San Mateo SB 684 eligibility for unincorporated parcels, including SB 1123 vacancy rules, coastal limits and the approvals needed before construction.

ChecklistInvesting & RentalsAug 30, 20264 min read

California Pre-Move-Out Inspection Checklist

Use this California pre-move-out inspection checklist to document notices, repairs, deposit deductions and the landlord’s required photographs.

ChecklistHomebuildingAug 28, 20265 min read

California Construction Change Order Costs

Check California construction change order costs: compare added work, deleted-work credits, markup, payment timing, and the revised contract total.

ChecklistHousing MarketsAug 24, 20264 min read

California Condo Earthquake Assessment Checklist

Check California condo earthquake assessment risk by comparing HOA deductibles, owner coverage and allocation rules before setting your purchase budget.

Data ReportHousing MarketsAug 17, 20263 min read

California July 2026 Home Prices: Read the Mix

California July 2026 home prices: compare statewide, Sacramento County and Inland Empire medians, and see what sales mix means for listing prices.

GuideHousing MarketsAug 16, 20265 min read

Irvine Mello-Roos Tax: Estimate the Annual Bill

Build an Irvine Mello-Roos tax estimate from parcel records. Compare current charges, maximum taxes and end dates without double-counting costs.

Deep GuidePolicy & RegulationAug 6, 20266 min read

San Jose ADU Condo Sale Rules: What Comes First

San Jose ADU condo sale rules require more than a building permit. Check conversion documents, lender consent, shared costs and the steps before sale.