Monica Lussier Blog

When people think about living in Santa Cruz, the first images that come to mind are usually the Boardwalk, the redwoods, or the surf culture. But for parents and homebuyers, the conversation quickly turns to education. The school landscape here is surprisingly diverse for a town of our size, offering…

If you’re thinking about selling in real estate in Santa Cruz, it usually starts with something practical: what do you need this move to do for you? Maybe you want more space (or less). Maybe you’re relocating, cashing out equity, or simplifying life after a long stretch in the same…

Purchasing a home in Santa Cruz County is a major economic endeavor, and one that often brings discouragement regarding median prices for a home in Live Oak or Watsonville. One of the biggest misconceptions regarding these programs is that only “low” income buyers qualify for assistance; the fact is, many…

Let’s be honest right out of the gate: buying a home in Santa Cruz is a financial heavy lift. When you look at the sticker prices here compared to almost anywhere else in the country, it can feel discouraging. But then you look around at the redwood forests, the surf…