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California announces 2025 tax credits and bond allocation to boost affordable housing and projects. For 2025, $117.4M in federal and $72.6M in state Low-Income Housing Tax Credits are available.

California’s commercial building market will grow at 2.53% CAGR, reaching $193.9B by 2034. Market growth is driven by sustainability, smart buildings, flexible workspaces, e-commerce, and mixed-use developments.

California’s 22.8% of homes are mortgage-free, highlighting financial resilience amid rising borrowing costs. Median home value with a mortgage is $750K, compared to $645K for fully paid homes.

Home sales are projected to increase by 10.5%, with 304,400 units sold in 2025, shifting from recent downturns. The median home price is forecasted to increase by 4.6% in 2025, reaching $909,400.

Tax Overview – Income tax: 1%-13.3% – Sales tax: Avg 8.85% – Property tax: Low for long-term owners Property Tax – Avg rate: 0.68% – Exemptions: homeowners, veterans, seniors (62+) – Tax savings via transfers for 55+ owners

A new California law doubles eviction response time, giving tenants more time to respond. The response time for eviction notices has increased from 5 to 10 business days since January 1.

Presidents' Day celebrates all past and present U.S. presidents. It reflects on the nation's founding principles and values, including the Constitution and union. Reading of Washington's Farewell Address by a U.S. senator remains an annual event for decades.Many patriotic and historical groups celebrate Presidents' Day with reenactments and events.

Valentine’s Day occurs every February 14 around the world, and candy, flowers and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine Valentine greetings were popular as far back as the Middle Ages, though written Valentine’s didn’t begin to appear until after 1400. By the middle of the 18th, it was…

Bay Area home sales are expected to continue growing, despite slowing price increases, with a steady, gradual climb. Home values in San Francisco are forecasted to decrease by 2.3% by October 2025, indicating market moderation.