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As of Wednesday, June 14, 2023, current interest rates in California are 7.09% for a 30-year fixed mortgage and 6.47% for a 15-year fixed mortgage. After hitting record lows in 2021, mortgage rates rose sharply in 2022. So far, in 2023, they've plateaued somewhat in the 6 percent range. Still, the seemingly here-to-stay higher rate environment means housing affordability, already a challenge in California's high-priced real estate market, presents an even higher hurdle.
One silver lining: Rates on jumbo mortgages have been below rates for co...
With State Farm and Allstate announcing they will no longer sell new home insurance policies in California because of wildfire risks and an increase in construction costs, it will become increasingly harder for homebuyers to find affordable homeowners insurance in fire-prone areas.
Keeping Your Home Protected When Insurance Options are Limited and Expensive
Friday, June 9, 2023
Noon
Register here:
Attend a webinar by United Policyholders, a non-profit organization whose mission is to be a trustworthy and useful information resource and an effective voice for consumers of all types of insurance in all 50 states to learn:
- What to do if your insurer non-renews you.
- Is it safe to insure your home through a company you've never heard of?
- Wha...
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