Alex Schult

Alex Schult is the founder of Living in California and a licensed real estate professional based in Southern California. A U.S. Army veteran, Alex has spent over 27 years building, scaling, and managing online media companies, including PhotographyTalk.com and 4wdTalk.com. His focus at Living in California is delivering honest, data-backed city guides, housing market analysis, and cost of living insights drawn from real resident experience. He hosts weekly California market updates on the Living in California YouTube channel covering home sales trends, mortgage rates, and policy changes that affect homeowners and buyers across the state.

Are We in a Buyer’s or Seller’s Market?

Imagine you’re ready to buy a home. You find the perfect property, but before you can even schedule a showing, it already has multiple...

What to Look for When Buying a Log Home 

So, You Want to Buy a Log Home – Welcome to the Club! There’s something magical about a log home. Maybe it’s the warm, rustic...

California’s Looming Home Insurance Crisis: What You Need to Know

Right now, California is facing a potential crisis that could shake the foundation of the state’s housing market. One of the state’s largest insurance...

Seller Financing 101: Everything You Need to Know to Buy or Sell Without a Bank

Last updated: March 8, 2026 Quick Facts: Seller Financing What it is: The seller acts as the lender, and the buyer makes payments directly to them...

Feeling the Squeeze: Why Homeownership is Getting More Expensive

Owning a home has always been a major financial commitment, but today, the costs of homeownership are reaching new heights. While many discussions focus...

What to Look for When Choosing House Plans: Key Considerations & Mistakes to Avoid

So, you’re thinking about building your own home. Congratulations! You’re about to embark on a thrilling, nerve-wracking, potentially wallet-draining journey. It’s like picking out...

When Buying Your First Home: Red Flags to Avoid for a Smart Investment

Buying your first home is one of the most exciting milestones in life. The idea of having your own space, no longer throwing money...

Remote Work and Its Long-Term Effects on Housing Demand

Remember the days when "working from home" meant staying in your pajamas, pretending to be on a conference call while secretly binge-watching Netflix, and...