

November 13, 2025
C.A.R. backs expansion of assumable mortgages to boost housing affordability and inventory
LOS ANGELES (Nov. 13) – The CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (C.A.R.) today issued the following statement in response to the Federal Housing Finance Agency's proposal to allow homebuyers to assume Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac backed fixed-rate mortgages:
"The CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® supports allowing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to permit the assumption of fixed-rate mortgages by qualified buyers. As mortgage rates have risen sharply in recent years, assumable loans could play a key role in unlocking housing opportunities for buyers. By allowing buyers to take over a seller's existing low-rate mortgage, these loans can ease financial pressure and make homeownership more attainable."
Currently, F...
SACRAMENTO, CA – The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) has reached a $2.3 million settlement with former mortgage lender and servicer Caliber Home Loans, Inc. (Caliber), following findings that the company overcharged thousands of California borrowers, in violation of state financial regulations.
As part of a settlement, Caliber, headquartered in Coppell, Texas, will pay $1.8 million in penalties and has refunded more than $550,000 to impacted California consumers. In addition, the company will surrender its California Financing Law license and its California Residential Mortgage Lender and Servicer license.
"This penalty holds Caliber accountable and returns interest to California borrowers. It is an example of DFPI's strong regulatory oversight in California's mortgage industry a...
Safeway Northern California Promotion Reaches More Than 23% Unit Sales Lift
In August, the California Avocado Commission sponsored a promotion with the Northern California division of Safeway that achieved more than a 23% lift in avocado unit sales compared to 2024. The theme was "California Avocados and Mangos – What A Pair!" and the event included California avocado and mango displays accompanied by posters showcasing locally grown...