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Main Street Dollars

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California homeowners must file by February 15 to get the full $7,000 homeowners’ exemption taken off their home’s taxable value

California’s homeowners’ exemption takes $7,000 off the taxable value of an owner-occupied home, and a first-time filer has to get the claim in by February 15, 2027, to receive the full amount for the coming tax year. The state Board of Equalization describes it as a reduction in value, not a $7,000 cut in the […]

California · 17d

The Cool Down

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California city's median rent for one-bedroom hits $1,940 while other cities record declines

This shows how wide the region's pricing spread remains.

Southern California, CA · 16d

The Desert Sun

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California governor race pits Steve Hilton against Xavier Becerra

California is preparing for one of its most consequential elections as voters choose the successor to Gov. Gavin Newsom when his term ends. Given the state's economic influence and national political profile, the race is drawing attention nationwide. Candidates Steve Hilton (R) and Xavier Becerra (D) are positioning themselves around some of California's biggest challenges, from housing affordability and homelessness to public safety, immigration, and climate policy. For voters, the stakes go far beyond campaign headlines. The next governor will help shape decisions affecting the cost of living, disaster preparedness, education funding, transportation projects, and the state's response to ongoing economic and environmental pressures. The election could shape California policy for years to come. This voter-service explainer breaks down the leading contenders, the key issues driving the campaign, and what different outcomes could mean for Californians. Whether you're a first-time voter or a longtime resident, here's what you need to know about the battle to replace Gavin Newsom and the future of the Golden State This article originally appeared on Palm Springs Desert Sun: California governor race pits Steve Hilton against Xavier Becerra

California · 16d

yieldpro.com

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Kidder Mathews Brings 178 Townhomes to Market as Part of 496-Unit Development in Aptos California

Kidder Mathews has been retained to market the development opportunity for 178 for-sale townhomes at Village on the Green, a proposed 496-unit residential community located at 2600 Mar Vista Drive in Aptos, California. Senior Vice President James Viso and Vice President Bruce Matesso of the firm’s San Jose office are representing developer Swenson in the offering.

Aptos, CA · 17d
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California Coastal Erosion Puts Billions in Property Value at Risk

When you think of the California coastline, certain images come to mind: surfers, sunshine, sea breezes, and beautiful beachfront homes. Realtor.com reported that without intervention, 24% to 75% of the state’s beaches could disappear seasonally or permanently by 2100 as seas rise, according to models cited in California’s newly released Fifth Climate Change Assessment.

California · 16d

inewsource

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How do you get a housing permit in California? He can hook you up, for a fee

This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Tanner “The Planner” Blackman does not swing hammers or lay foundations. He does not raise funds or finesse land deals. He does not draft blueprints, write contracts, test soil conditions or calculate the varied seismic loads that a new building can sustain.

California · 15d

montereycountynow.com

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Mad Dogs & Englishmen battles the City of Carmel over building permits and fire sprinklers.

Jennifer Blevins, owner of Mad Dogs & Englishmen, a coffee bar and bike shop in Carmel, stands in the upper level of her business Monday, Oct. 19, surrounded by a group of mostly men in suits: an architect, another Carmel business owner, attorneys and city staff accompanying the Building Code Board of Appeals. She leads the group on a tour of her shop at the corner of Mission Street and Ocean Avenue, showing them the coffee bar before ushering them through the double doors down the stairs to the bike shop.

Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA · 17d

ABC10

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California Prop. 37 would create a loan program for new homebuyers

California · 14d

familydestinationsguide.com

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The Overlooked California City Where Housing Costs Nearly 30% Less Than The Rest Of The State

There are cities in California that everyone knows, cities that everyone talks about, and then there’s Tulare, a place that’s been quietly getting it right while the rest of the state argues about whether anyone can afford to live here anymore. Tulare sits in Tulare County in the...

Tulare, CA · 22d

Paso Robles Daily News

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People’s Self-Help Housing named 2026 Developer of the Year

Nonprofit honored for integrated approach to building affordable homes across four Central Coast counties. – People’s Self-Help Housing (PSHH) has been named the 2026 Developer of the Year by the Southern California Association of Nonprofit Housing (SCANPH). The award was presented as part of the association’s Homes Within Reach Awards program.

San Luis Obispo County, CA · 16d

ABC10

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California needs more housing. What would Steve Hilton do to make it happen?

California · 15d

NBC San Diego

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Race for Senate Dist. 40 seat puts California's affordability crisis in focus

Nearly 1 million people live in California’s District 40, where Mara Elliott and Kristie Bruce-Lane are competing to replace termed-out state Senator Brian Jones. The district includes San Marcos, Escondido, Poway, Santee, northern San Diego neighborhoods and unincorporated communities such as Fallbrook and Ramona. Voters are weighing candidates’ positions on some of the biggest issues affecting the district, including housing, electricity costs, homeowners insurance and homelessness.

California · 15d

montereycountynow.com

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Compass Church breaks ground for staff housing in Salinas.

On Oct. 13, Compass Church broke ground on four housing units, a duplex, and two accessory dwelling units on donated land on Padre Drive in Salinas, a block away from the church building. These units aim to attract and retain full-time ministry staff. “This is more than just a building...

Salinas, CA · 18d

Morgan Hill Times

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Morgan Hill home values rise, beat county, data shows

Property values in Morgan Hill rose 5.6%, the sixth-fastest rate among the county’s 16 jurisdictions, outpacing San Jose, Gilroy and Los Gatos, according to County Assessor Neysa Fligor. The city’s assessment roll grew by $830 million over the past year to $15.6 billion. That represents 2% of the county’s three-quarters of a trillion dollars in assessed property value.

Morgan Hill, CA · 17d

The Tonic Edit

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Two California Cities Just Cracked America's Top Home-Seller Markets, but the Latest Housing Data Reveals a Surprising Twist

San Francisco and San Jose have landed among the most favorable places in the country to...

San Francisco, CA · 19d

mynewsla.com

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Cal State Fullerton Economists Predict No Recession

The U.S. economy is expected to avoid a recession in 2027, but Southern California will face sluggish job growth and persistent housing affordability problems, according to an economic forecast released Thursday by Cal State Fullerton researchers. The forecast, prepared by economists Anil Puri and Mira Farka of the university’s Woods...

Orange County, CA · 16d

San José Spotlight

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Decades-old urban garden in San Jose is being evicted

After 27 years, a San Jose urban garden is facing imminent eviction. Plant & Soul California, a beloved urban garden at 76 Race St., has been ordered to vacate its property following a real estate sale. The business is hoping residents, a foundation or angel investor will step up to help it make a counteroffer or relocate, even though the property is already in escrow. So far, the organization has raised $5,000. If it isn’t able to raise a substantial amount, the group will try to find a new location and start again.

San Jose, CA · 18d

FOX 2 San Francisco

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High mortgage rates trigger rising contract cancellations across California housing market

California · 17d

Realtor.com News & Insights

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Homes Are 'Seriously Unaffordable' in Nearly a Third of Counties

Major homeownership expenses exceeded historical affordability norms in 98% of the 583 counties real estate analytics firm ATTOM reviewed.

California · 17d

citywatchla.com

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Value Your Hard Work and Money? Vote YES on Props 41, 42, 43, and 45

ALPERN AT LARGE - Let’s keep this simple:. California is NOT a good steward of your/our/my hard-earned money. Whether it’s the CA High-Speed Rail, LAX People Mover/Metro connection, homeless and affordable housing projects, infrastructure spending, and education from K-12 to the university level, Sacramento has an AWFUL track record.

California · 16d