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Orange County Is the Second Most Overvalued Housing Market in America. That Number Means Something Different Than You Think.

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 New Federal Housing Law Just Passed. Here’s the Part Orange County Should Actually Care About.

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.

The US Open of Surfing Is Taking Over Huntington Beach Right Now. Here’s How Locals Actually Do It.

If you’ve driven anywhere near PCH and the pier this week, you already know something big is happening. The Lexus

Where to Watch 4th of July Fireworks in Orange County (2026 Guide)

Can you believe we are celebrating America’s 250th birthday this year? Independence Day in Orange County is always legendary, but for 2026,

Soccer fans watching the 2026 World Cup on big screens at an outdoor Orange County beer garden

The World Cup’s West Coast Home Base Is in Orange County. Here’s Where to Watch.

Orange County is the West Coast home base for the 2026 World Cup, with the U.S. team training in Irvine and watch parties countywide. Catch every match at Old World Huntington Beach’s six-week Soccer Fest, or find your nation’s crowd in downtown Santa Ana, Buena Park’s Koreatown, or Anaheim’s Little Arabia.

Days on Market Is Lying to You. Here’s the OC Number That Actually Tells the Truth.

A home goes “Pending” on the MLS in OC showing 12 days on market. Feels fresh. Feels hot. Must have

Green and Clean Shredding Event – 2022

The numbers are in and they are impressive! 175 families served 6,000 pounds of paper were shredded One completely full

Daylight Savings Tips – Spring 2022

Make sure your home is prepared to “spring forward” into daylight savings time on Sunday, March 13th. In addition to

Orange County Local Events – February 2022

We are so lucky to live in Orange County. We are so lucky to live in Huntington Beach. We are so

Gratitude: It all began in 1988

Everything You Need To Know About Appraisals

An appraisal is an estimate of the value of a property. Appraisers are trained in appraising real estate and related fields such as construction, engineering, finance and law to facilitate the purchase or sale of land.

Are Cash Offers Dominating the Market?

by Lane Stone Are all cash offers flooding the real estate market? Is there still a chance for homebuyers to

2021 Patio Pick Me Up Checklist

Spring has sprung and have you noticed that everyone is joyfully coming outdoors and starting to have family and friends

Christmas Light Displays In Orange County

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.

3 Reasons to Be Optimistic about Real Estate in 2021

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?

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.

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