Heated market conditions and a shortage of homes for sale continued to put upward pressure on home prices in California, driving the state's median price above the $800,000 benchmark for the first time ever in April, as home sales soared from last year's pandemic-level lows, the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (C.A.R.) said today. Read all of California median home price breaks $800,000 in April with home sales remaining robust as spring home-buying season kicks off, C.A.R. reports

Finding a new home can be fun and exciting, especially if it’s your first. It can be easy to get caught up in the process, even when we are in an active market like we are in now. As you look, remember to watch for properties that fulfill your needs, especially when it comes to saving you money in the long run. Read all of What to look for when buying a home