Los Angeles Real Estate News

Santa Monica Rents Plunge 7.5% as Market Cools Rapidly

Santa Monica rents fell 7.5% annually, dropping 2.3% in March alone. National home prices rose 1.8% in the same period, showing rental markets cool faster than sales markets during economic shifts.

16h ago

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California Pushes Factory-Built Homes as Housing Starts Surge in LA

California considers removing barriers for factory-built housing as LA-area construction rises. New FHFA data shows manufactured homes appreciate like traditional homes, yet face 57.8% loan denial rates versus 10%.

Mar 7, 2026

Federal Reserve Rate Uncertainty Compounds California's Housing Crisis as Production Lags Behind Targets

Federal Reserve rate uncertainty compounds California's housing crisis as Los Angeles County lags behind production targets. Elevated borrowing costs and construction challenges threaten state housing goals through 2029.

Feb 25, 2026

Analysis

Fed Rate Decision Uncertainty Meets Housing Market Reality: FHFA Data Shows Affordability Challenges Persist Despite Falling Mortgage Rates

Federal Reserve's March rate cut uncertainty coincides with FHFA data showing home prices rose 1.8% annually, while conforming loan limits increased to $832,750, reflecting persistent affordability challenges despite falling mortgage rates.

Feb 25, 2026

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Federal Judge Skeptical of Challenge to California Zombie Mortgage Law as FHFA Data Shows Second Lien Risks

Federal judge questions California zombie mortgage law challenge while FHFA research documents second lien risks that contributed to financial crisis, supporting state regulatory efforts on dormant subordinate mortgages.

Feb 23, 2026

Analysis

China, India Among Winners After US Court Blocked Trump Tariffs

Supreme Court struck down Trump's IEEPA tariffs, benefiting China and India with reduced duties. Fraser Institute research shows tariffs harm economic freedom and prosperity, recommending against retaliation while calling for trade policy reforms.

Feb 23, 2026