Approximately 79% of homes in the US are owned by people aged 65 and older. Aging in place is fine, but many of the more-affluent seniors are opting for luxury accommodations and paying a hefty price - and there is no shortage of demand. The better units at La Costa...
Where to Move
CA Migration
One-year estimates show more homeowners and renters are moving to California vs. the number of people leaving, though they didn't count those moving to a foreign country. Interesting that Texas is #1 on both lists!
Big Bear
For those who want to stay closer to San Diego when they move but want to experience the four seasons: https://www.zillow.com/big-bear-lake-ca/houses/
Best Small Towns in California
These aren't the cheapest - these are the best. This video briefly highlights the top features of each town: 25. Nevada City 24. Half Moon Bay 23. Capitola 22. Bodega Bay 21. Calistoga 20. Ferndale 19. Dunsmuir 18. Morro Bay 17. Arcata 16. Del Mar 15. Tahow City 14....
Most-Relaxed Cities
San Diego ranks #63 of the most-relaxed cities in America, and Carlsbad is #79. You can do better! Mellow down easy in one of these towns: https://www.lawnstarter.com/blog/studies/most-relaxed-cities/
Top 20 Small Cities
Not everyone craves the bright lights and crowded spaces of big cities. In fact, almost one-third of Americans (31%) say they would prefer to live in the suburbs, compared to 16% for urban areas and 24% for rural communities. Small-city life can be best for those who...
Friendly Deer Population
It will be a very long time before people like this can afford a home here (if ever), so they might as well move elsewhere. But he also touches on the perceived 'travesty' of property tax rules, which makes me think that the youngsters will dismantle Prop 13 once all...
Best & Worst States For Gen Z
Pittsburgh at least has a couple of pro sports teams. The Steelers are looking good, and the Pirates have that pitcher who came in second for rookie-of-the-year! Top 10 Best Locations for Gen Z Homebuyers Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania was the top city for...
Fastest Growing Suburbs Under $500,000
The 10 fastest-growing U.S. suburbs with home values under $500,000: Mooresville, N.C. Hamtramck, Mich. Buckeye, Ariz. Union City, Ga. Canyon Lake, Texas Olive Branch, Miss. Maricopa, Ariz. Clermont, Fla. Leesburg, Fla. Goodyear, Ariz....
Julian, CA
Do you want to move out of the rat race but stay close enough to San Diego to come back occasionally for doctor visits and other conveniences? How about Julian? There are several homes for sale under $1,000,000 and you can probably get a good feel for what to expect...