Letter: Housing prices have so outpaced inflation their average price is about the same as buying a small business

With the current price of housing, the American Dream is dead. When I was a child in the ‘90s, my parents bought their first home for around $35,000. That translates into around $84,000 today. Although that is a chunk of change, what can that really buy in today’s market? A nice vehicle, maybe? A ba

Renting in S.F. is way less expensive than buying home. Here’s why

The Bay Area is one of the most expensive regions in the U.S. to rent. But it’s even...

Real Estate Forecast Next 5 Years: Top 5 Predictions for Future

The next five years in the US real estate market are likely to be characterized by a balancing act between various factors. Here's what we can expect.

Shocking: California Housing Affordability Crisis Deepens in Q2 2024

California housing affordability hits a near 17-year low, with only 14% of households able to afford a median-priced home. Soaring prices and high mortgage rates continue to challenge homebuyers.