Foreclosures Hit Six-Year High Despite Historic Lows
Foreclosures are at a six-year high, and we are starting to see more distress in the housing market. But we are also at very low levels historically. Both things are true. Locally, we started to see slightly more short sales. More on my weekly blog. https://t.co/LPkadeVYkd https://t.co/v0Bv35PuMB
Sacramento Homeownership Peaks While Sales Stay Historically Low
New research shows the homeownership rate in the Sacramento region is the highest in decades. Could it be owners staying put on not moving? Meanwhile, we have historically low home sales numbers, so there's a disconnect with this glowing stat...
Housing Supply Remains Low Despite Modest Listing Increase
Sellers aren’t flooding the market, and supply has overall been a bit stagnant. More listings than two years ago, but this is still historically low. It’s nothing like 2008 either. Any thoughts? What do you think about the quality of...
Remember: CO Detectors Monitor Carbon Monoxide, Not CO2
Happy May the 4th. And a reminder it's "CO" detector - not "CO2" detector. It's a carbon monoxide detector (CO). Not a CO2 detector (carbon dioxide). https://t.co/D22l5YcBbZ
Top Buyer Hotspots Across Local Counties Revealed
Where are buyers purchasing? Here are the top locations in a few local counties. I have 12 counties in case you want to see another area. Let me know. https://t.co/3dbxQEr33F
2026’s Top Buying Cities Ranked by MLS Sales
Top cities in the region. This is where buyers are purchasing. Ranked in order with the number of MLS sales so far in 2026. I hope this is helpful.
April Listings Dip, Prompting Seller Hesitancy Concerns
The number of new listings was slower in April compared to March (green line). This is something to keep watching. Was it March being stronger than normal? Or more hesitancy growing among sellers? https://t.co/MrMUglrlje
Guidance for Parenting Adults After Kids Leave Home
I’m no longer a father to teenagers. My youngest turned 20 this week. What advice do you have for parenting adults? Both sons are in college now. Would love to hear stuff you’ve learned or things you wish you would’ve...
Sacramento Listings Slightly Down Year‑over‑year, Still Historically Low
The number of active listings is slightly lower than one year ago in Sacramento. It's better than two years ago, but still historically low. By the way, we're going to start comparing this year to a dull market last year,...
Sacramento Median and Average Prices Mirror Since 2014
Similar vibes. The average and median have been twinning since 2014 in the Sacramento region. Check out the up and down seasonal rhythm too. Remember, part of the up and down has to do with larger homes selling in the...
How to Value California Governor’s Mansion Listing
How do we pull comps on the mansion that was built for the California governor? This estate is currently listed for sale, and today I have some thoughts in my weekly post. https://t.co/LymXG0FbtG https://t.co/J1HJJ1HJaT
Current Sacramento Home Sale Prices: Full Price Spread
What price points are selling? Here's the spread of prices in the Sacramento region through today.
Sacramento Home Prices: Current Selling Range Revealed
What price points are selling? Here's the spread of prices in the Sacramento region through today. https://t.co/4eizMvc1jD
Half of Sacramento Deals Include Seller Concessions
Good news for buyers. Seller concessions in the Sacramento region are taking place in about half of transactions. These are things like a credit for repairs, credit for closing costs, or buying down the rate. What types of concessions are...
Strategic Low Pricing Fuels Two‑Week SF Contracts
Most properties get into contract within two weeks in San Francisco. The market is really hot right now, but this is also about properties being priced strategically low to generate multiple offers to get into contract quickly. Any thoughts? https://t.co/B899f4lZ1d
SF Homes Routinely Sell Above Asking, Priced Low Strategically
Almost everything sells over the original asking price in San Francisco. The market is hot, and properties tend to be priced strategically low. Both things are true. https://t.co/5Zdk6OUhzn
Median Home Prices Mirror Tidal Shifts Across Counties
All ships rise and fall with the tide. Here’s the median sales price in 12 local counties. https://t.co/SXUYQEFXTq
Sacramento Sellers Return, April Growth Slows vs March
Sellers are still coming back to the market in Sacramento, but is momentum slowing? April will be the fifth month in a row of beating 2024 levels again after sellers really backed off last year. However, April won't be as...
Seasonal Market Shows Prices Converging Year‑over‑year
Seasonal vibes. The average and median price twinning through the years. And we're having a seasonal market this year in all the stats (prices, days on market, etc...). https://t.co/LZLx8aCcYJ
Ideal Homes Spark Fierce Competition Among Discerning Buyers
Buyers are picky about condition, price, and location, but when the house that checks all the boxes hits the market, it can be quite competitive. Buyers are patient for the right house while ignoring overpriced stuff, weird layouts, adverse locations,...
Top 12 County Hotspots for Real Estate Buyers
Where are the transactions happening? Here’s a look at 12 counties in the region. If you work in real estate, this is the focus. Where are the buyers buying? https://t.co/ltaiJj1McN
Sales and Price Volume Data for 12 Counties
Just in case you wanted to see the number of sales and price volume so far in 12 counties. I know you woke up wanting this. 
Current Housing Crisis Far Worse Than 2008 Stats
There are so many flippant comparisons to 2008 in today's housing market, but what do the stats show? I'm not sugarcoating the glaring affordability problem today. I just think sometimes people casually compare without really looking at the stats. More...
Local Counties Show Diverging Days‑on‑market Trends
A slide I'm showing in a presentation this morning. Days on market for three local counties. https://t.co/3kanFGf5f5
Sacramento Home Prices Dip Slightly—Check Local Comps
Home prices are down 1-2% from one year ago. Here are six metrics to help understand price change in the Sacramento region. My advice? Don't be rigid about these numbers. Neighborhood trends can vary, so look to the comps in...
Housing Markets Differ: No One-Size-Fits-All Narrative
The housing market isn't the same in every location. It's a good reminder that there isn't just one narrative that fits all markets. It's true in local markets also as the temperature might not be exactly the same for detached...
Conventional Financing Dominates While Cash Share Stays Small
Just in case you woke up wanting to see financing and cash since 2009. Check out how dominant conventional financing has been (brown). I think many people think cash is that prominent. https://t.co/duZai0iwSs
Competition Varies Across Placer County Neighborhoods
Competition isn't the same in every location. Here's a look at various areas of Placer County. https://t.co/QbFcCnBDNN
Mid‑range Homes ($400‑500K) See Strongest Growth
More buyers at lower prices? Don't sleep on the trend. We're seeing the most growth right now in the region between $400K to $500K. More on my blog. https://t.co/k8PxYYpcrC https://t.co/ImgNJtdh6D
Buyers Favor Properly Priced Homes, Overpricing Fails
Overpricing is not working, but buyers respond to well-priced homes. Only 21.6% of pendings needed a reduction before getting into contract in April. In contrast, 33.7% of active listings in the Sacramento region have had a price reduction. https://t.co/x4ayQ8T7U2
45 Granite Bay ADU Comps Reveal Robust Market Data
Pulling comps for a property with an ADU. There are 45 data points here in Granite Bay with a listed ADU in MLS. These are sales since 2025 as well as current listings. Granted, some of these will be pool...
AI Tweaks Speaker Images, but True Selves Remain
AI on the left. Profile pic on the right. Gotta love AI being used on images for speaking engagements. Maybe it looks the same to onlookers, but I always know the difference. No need to change how people look. The...
Sales Rise Thanks to $400‑500K Volume Surge
We have slightly more sales in 2026 compared to 2025 in the Sacramento region, and the x-factor has been higher volume between $400K to $500K this year. Why do you think we've seen more sales in this price bucket?
Q1 Sales Volume Up Only 0.3%, Essentially Flat
Sales volume is slightly ahead of last year. Technically, we could say it was the best first quarter of volume since 2022, but volume is really only up 0.3% from last year (basically flat). https://t.co/UW13FjQ48p
Backyard Skate Park Fuels Post‑work Fitness and Skill Revival
Operation have a skate park in the back of my garage. Relearning old tricks and figuring out how to ride this stuff. Fantastic exercise after work today. https://t.co/L7m0m8mMk7
AI Estimates Can't Replace Seeing and Smelling a Home
“But AI says my home is worth” is the new “But Zillow says my home is worth.” I’ve been hearing this much more frequently lately. Just a reminder that seeing AND smelling a property can make all the difference. https://t.co/ZLmrvPsQPo
Older Condos Falling Faster Than Detached Homes
Condos have declined more than the detached market. I find the older developments have struggled more. https://t.co/0cBXaIJT83
Current Housing Competition Mirrors Pre‑2020 Norms, Not Crises
Many people compare the housing market to extreme years like 2007 and 2021, but the stats are nothing like those years. Competition today is actually very close to the pre-2020 norm (avg of 2016 to 2019). https://t.co/gqwbjF2mGi
Slight Price Dip, Spring Surge Revives Sellers Across 12 Counties
Prices are down a little from last year, and we’re seeing a spring uptick in 2026. Both things are true. And sellers have been coming back to the market. Some perspective and stats for 12 counties on my blog today. https://t.co/mTNHN4Zkh3...
March Sales Volume up, Prices Slightly Down
March had slightly stronger sales volume this year and slightly weaker prices. I'll have over ten counties of data on my blog tomorrow. What stands out to you? https://t.co/1K0bqpjivW
Most Homes Sell Off the List Price, Often Lower
Sellers, don't get stuck on the original list price. Be willing to budge. Most of the time, you'll either go higher or lower (greater chance of lower today). When looking at a dozen counties, here is the % of homes...
SF Detached Homes Selling 20% Above Asking Prices
Stats in San Francisco are wild. Properties on average last month sold almost 20% over the asking price. These are detached homes (not condos). Are there any other markets in the country where the norm is to price lower on...
Homebuyer Financing Varies Widely Across Local Counties
Who is buying a home right now? Here’s a look at reported buyer financing in MLS sales in 12 local counties. This is also a good reminder that the market isn’t the same in every location. https://t.co/GRkvX7kcrU
50-Year Mortgages: A Distant Memory Today
Throwback to when we were talking about 50 year mortgages. That seems like so long ago.
Woodside Sierra Condo Sales Snapshot: 1‑3 Bedroom Trends
A look at 1, 2, and 3-bedroom condo sales in the Woodside Sierra complex in Sacramento. Something on my desk today. https://t.co/1MMdHOTanb
Buyers Can Secure Seller Concessions for Repairs, Costs
Good news for buyers. It’s possible to get a little help from sellers. Concessions are things like a credit for repairs, credit for closing costs, or buying down the rate. This is not agent compensation. Any thoughts? https://t.co/CX6TtHFfE5
Decades of 2‑4 Unit Sales in Sacramento
Just in case you wanted to see 2-4 unit sales in Midtown / Downtown Sacramento over the past decades... Something on my desk right now. Have to play some catch-up this weekend... https://t.co/50FWeNE0El
Oak Park, Sacramento Home Values Soar Over Time
The story of value over time in the Oak Park neighborhood in Sacramento. Something on my desk today. Thought I'd share. https://t.co/u432dCM38O
Sacramento 2026 Home Sales Slightly Edge 2025
Closed home sales volume in 2026 is just ahead of 2025 in the Sacramento region so far. Not by much, but any growth feels like a win. I'll have visuals out next week to break down the trend.
Sacramento March Sales up $400‑500K Year‑over‑year
It's still early to pull sales for March, but here's what it looks like so far when we compare this year to last year in the Sacramento region. It's positive to see more growth between $400-500K. I'll update this visual...