Housing

California homeowners should inspect their roofs, gutters, drainage, plumbing, heating and cooling systems, smoke alarms, landscaping, and exterior surfaces regularly....

First-time California homebuyers should prepare for more than a down payment and mortgage. A complete buying budget must include closing...

The right California neighborhood for your family should provide housing you can sustainably afford, a manageable commute, appropriate school and...

Renting an apartment in California may cost approximately $1,300 to more than $3,500 per month for a one-bedroom unit, depending...

Renting may be the better choice if you are new to California, expect to move within a few years, need...