897 - 2023 Regional Rental Report: California—Can You Cash Flow? by Melanie Kershaw

There are few real estate markets with as many attractive cities as California. From the allure of luxury and lifestyle in Los Angeles to the technology heart of San Francisco, there’s a reason why California rents are often reported to be the highest in the nation.  The California real estate market is an important one for real estate investors thanks to its large and diverse economy that spans numerous industries, including technology, entertainment, and agriculture. This creates sky-high demand for housing, leading to attractive rental income and consistent property appreciation. It also makes California an incredibly competitive real estate market.  It’s not the easiest region to achieve positive cash flow in real estate, with a higher entry point than many other states. Those who already own property, have recently inherited a home, or have decent capital to reduce debt servicing tend to fare the best in the Californian market.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices