The Apartment List annual National Rent Report out this month found that the national median rent had increased by 16.4 percent from January to October — compared with an average 3.2 percent increase over the same pre-pandemic period from 2017 to 2019. The increase is expected to continue for years.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a list of bills that would allow more duplexes and small apartment buildings in certain neighborhoods, with the intent to create more affordable housing in California.
The suite of bills, Senate Bills (SB) 8, 9 and 10 and Assembly Bill (AB) 1174, coupled with the recently announced California Comeback Plan, carry the potential to expand housing production, streamline permitting and promote density closer to major employment hubs.
While the housing deficit in California is undeniable, there is very little consensus on how to combat the crisis.
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Many homeowners don’t think about replacing a garage door until it gets damaged or stops working altogether. But a new garage door can make a big difference in how your home's value is percieved by potential buyers. On many homes, the garage can span more than 30 percent of the facade — a third of your total curb appeal. It can be a "best-bang-for-your-buck" home improvement.
