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.
So July 24 was “National Drive-Thru Day,” and what better way to celebrate than by checking out some of the
By Lane Stone I wanted to bring up something that’s been on my mind—interest rates and how they’re affecting homeowners.
When reading a recent article in the Orange County register, this particular story jumped out at me. We’ve always known
Buying a home is one of the most significant decisions you’ll make in your lifetime. While patience is generally a
Are you ready for a 4th of July adventure like no other? This year, we’re challenging you to make the
The Curious Case of June 30: The Day of Expired and Canceled Listings As a real estate professional, one of