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What the A’s Move to West Sacramento Could Mean for Local Real Estate

Major League Baseball is officially in the Sacramento region. With the Oakland (Sacramento?) Athletics preparing to begin their inaugural season at Sutter Health Park on March 31, 2025, West Sacramento is entering an exciting new era. While this relocation is temporary—lasting until the A’s new stadium is expected to open in Las Vegas in 2028—the […]

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Women Build 2025

At the Sacramento Association of REALTORS®, we recently had the privilege of participating in Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento’s Women Build 2025 event, presented by U.S. Bank. Despite facing wind and rain, our team came together to install side paneling, embodying resilience and community spirit. Women Build, established in 1991, empowers women to construct

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Housing Statistics, February 2025

Housing Statistics – February 2025 For-sale listings increased 61.6% year-over-year and 12.9% from last month, giving buyers more options. Sold listings declined 12% from last year and 4.5% from last month, while pending sales rose 7.3% year-over-year and 11.1% month-over-month, suggesting future sales growth. Months of inventory increased to 2.2 months, up 82.4% from last

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A Safe Haven for Sacramento: Supporting the Family Justice Center’s Mission

We believe that strong communities are built on safety, stability, and support. As REALTORS®, we are more than just advocates for homeownership—we are champions for safe and thriving communities. That’s why we are proud to support the Sacramento Regional Family Justice Center (FJC), an organization dedicated to providing a lifeline for victims of domestic violence,

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NAR Launches Fairhaven 2.0: A New Standard in Fair Housing Training

Experience Fairhaven 2.0 The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) has officially launched Fairhaven 2.0, an upgraded fair housing training platform designed to challenge members with dynamic scenarios, provide actionable insights, and offer an in-depth look at the history of housing discrimination. This innovative platform is now available to all NAR members and will play a

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Breaking Barriers: The Legacy of Dr. Robert C. Weaver in Shaping Urban America

Dr. Robert C. Weaver was a trailblazer in American public policy and urban development. Appointed in 1966 as the first African American to serve in a presidential cabinet, his role as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) marked a turning point in the nation’s efforts to combat housing discrimination and redlining. At a time

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Honoring Z A: A Trailblazer in Housing and Equality

Zipporah Potter Atkins: Boston’s First Recorded Black Woman Landowner – In 1670, Zipporah Potter Atkins made history as the first recorded African American to own property in Boston. Defying the odds in colonial America, she purchased land in the North End at just 25 years old, retained ownership through marriage, and signed her 1699 sale deed—proving her literacy. Her remarkable story showcases the resilience and agency of free Black individuals in early American history. Learn more about her groundbreaking achievement.

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Southern California Wildfires Drive Housing Price Hikes: What REALTORS® Need to Know

The devastating wildfires that tore through Southern California in early 2025 have triggered significant price hikes in the housing market, posing both challenges and opportunities for REALTORS®. In response, Governor Gavin Newsom has enacted emergency measures to curb price gouging, protect homeowners, and expedite rebuilding efforts. Skyrocketing Home Prices and Rental Rates The destruction of

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Honoring Maggie Walker: A Trailblazer in Housing and Equality

At the Sacramento Association of REALTORS®, we are proud to champion diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in all aspects of our industry. We believe that creating a fair and inclusive real estate environment strengthens our profession and helps ensure that homeownership is accessible to all. Throughout history, courageous leaders have paved the way for greater

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