The Placer County real estate market is shifting—and for buyers, that brings fresh opportunities we haven’t seen in a while.

In my recent June 2025 market update, active listings rose by 40.1% year-over-year and 6.7% from May, bringing our months of inventory to about 3.3 months. While that still slightly favors sellers overall, the increased selection is giving buyers more room to negotiate and be strategic.

✅ What More Inventory Means for Buyers

Price Negotiations
With more homes to choose from, sellers are often more willing to negotiate—especially if their property has been sitting on the market without offers.

Seller Credits & Rate Buydowns
Many buyers are asking sellers to help pay for an interest rate buydown, lowering monthly…

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In today’s housing market, it’s one of the questions I hear most often here in Placer County:

“Should we remodel… or should we move?”

There isn’t a single right answer—but here’s a breakdown of the pros, cons, and things to consider before you decide.

Remodeling: Enjoy Now & Preserve Value

  • Many popular projects—like updating kitchens, remodeling bathrooms, or adding outdoor living space—can increase your home's resale value. But keep in mind they typically recoup about 50–80% of their cost, depending on the project.

  • Essential upgrades like a new roof, updated plumbing, or HVAC systems won’t necessarily “pay for themselves” in resale—but they protect and maintain your home's value and marketability.

  • Perhaps the…

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A newly passed federal law—nicknamed the “Big Beautiful Bill”—brings several tax changes that could impact homeowners and buyers right here in Placer County. Here’s what you need to know and how it might shape your decisions in our local real estate market.

What’s Changing

✅ Higher SALT Deduction Cap
The cap on State & Local Tax (SALT) deductions has jumped from $10,000 to $40,000 (phasing out for incomes over $500,000). This new limit lasts through 2029 and could help offset California’s higher property taxes.

✅ Mortgage Interest Deduction Made Permanent
The mortgage interest deduction (on loans up to $750,000) is now permanent—offering more predictable long-term tax planning for homeowners.

✅ Mortgage Insurance Premiums Deductible Again
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We’re well into summer here in Placer County, and the latest June 2025 housing data shows a market in transition—more balanced than last year, but still very active in certain price points. Here’s what the numbers tell us, and what it means for local buyers and sellers.

More Homes on the Market

  • Active listings: Up 40.1% compared to last June, and 6.7% higher than May

  • Pending sales: Up 9.3% from last month and 7.2% year-over-year → steady buyer demand

  • Homes sold: Down 13.2% vs. last year and 15.7% fewer than May → closings slowed slightly

The increase in active listings means buyers now have more choices, while sellers face a bit more competition.

Prices Are Still Climbing

  • Median sold price: $705,000 →…

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Independence Day is almost here, and there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate in Placer County! Whether you’re a fan of festive parades, live music, food trucks, or stunning fireworks displays, there’s something happening in nearly every corner of the county.

Here’s your go-to guide for 4th of July events around Placer County in 2025:

Roseville: Parades, Fireworks & Family Fun

July 4th

  • 7:15 AM: Run Crime Out of Roseville 5K – Vernon Street Town Square

  • 9:00 AM: Independence Day Parade down Vernon Street, ending at Royer Park

  • All Day: Games, vendors, and live music in Royer Park

  • 4:00 PM: Gates open at The Grounds for carnival festivities

  • ~9:15 PM: Fireworks show at The Grounds — bring blankets &…

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