Can You Turn a Profit on an Orange County Rental in 2026? The Real Numbers
Two major housing studies landed this summer. Different approaches led them both to the same conclusion about California cities: They
Two major housing studies landed this summer. Different approaches led them both to the same conclusion about California cities: They
Most waterfront homes on Trinidad, Humboldt, and Davenport Islands come with a private dock already in place, but adding or
Yes, you can build an ADU on most single-family lots in Orange County. State law requires every OC city to approve a qualifying ADU ministerially within 60 days, allows up to 1,200 sq ft detached, and waives impact fees under 750 sq ft. Coastal lots may also need a Coastal Development Permit, which adds time.
A Huntington Beach home carries Mello-Roos only if its specific parcel sits inside a Community Facilities District, not because of
Orange County home prices sit about 35% above what local income, employment, and rent trends would predict, ranking it the second most overvalued U.S. housing market. That figure measures deviation from historical fundamentals, not a price forecast. Orange County inventory is rising and affordability is tight, but low foreclosure activity and thin supply continue supporting values.
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act became law July 11, 2026. Its 350-home investor cap has little effect in Orange County, where firms owning 1,000+ properties control roughly 78 homes. With OC inventory 43% below pre-COVID norms, the law’s supply provisions, especially office-to-residential conversion funding, matter far more locally.
by Lane Stone Are all cash offers flooding the real estate market? Is there still a chance for homebuyers to
Spring has sprung and have you noticed that everyone is joyfully coming outdoors and starting to have family and friends
Did you notice Christmas lights went up a little earlier this year? Maybe you’ve even seen some homes take their displays to a whole new level. If you’re like us, you’re feeling the urge to drive around Orange County to soak in the holiday spirit through dazzling Christmas light displays.
This year will be remembered for many reasons, and optimism is one thing that’s been in short supply since the spring. We’re experiencing a global pandemic, social unrest, an economic downturn, and natural disasters, just to name a few. The challenges brought on by the health crisis have also forced many homeowners to reevaluate their space and what they need in a home going into 2021. So, experts are forecasting that next year is one in which we can be optimistic about real estate for three key reasons.
Is buying a home today a good financial move? There’s no doubt 2020 has been a challenging year. A global pandemic coupled with an economic recession has caused heartache for many. However, it has also prompted more Americans to reconsider the meaning of “home.” This quest for a place better equipped to fulfill our needs, along with record-low mortgage rates, has skyrocketed the demand for home purchases.
Rent vs. Buy: How to Decide What’s Best for You According to the U.S. Census Bureau, median rent continues to rise. With today’s low mortgage
Why the 2021 Forecast Doesn’t Call for a Foreclosure Crisis Why the 2021 forecast doesn’t call for a foreclosure crisis.
For years, real estate has been considered the best investment you can make. A major reason for this is due to the net worth a household gains through homeownership.
If you’ve been working from home this year, chances are you’ve been at it a little longer than you initially expected. Businesses all over the country have figured out how to operate remotely to keep their employees healthy, safe, and productive. For many, it may be carrying into next year, and possibly beyond. Why working from home may spark your next move.
Homes for sale are rapidly disappearing. Through all the challenges of 2020, the real estate market has done very well, and purchasers are continuing to take advantage of historically low mortgage rates.