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.

The 28/36 Rule: A Guide to Smarter Mortgage Planning

Last updated: March 8, 2026 Buying a home in California requires careful financial planning. With housing prices consistently among the highest in the nation, budgeting...

The Top 15 Most Populated Cities in California: Home Values and Market Trends

Last updated: March 8, 2026 I've called California home since 1997 and have traveled most of this state, both on pavement and off. It's a...