Beautiful people, vast beaches, mountains and great theme parks are really all most people need to know about California. However, there has been some bad press in the last couple decades about this wonderful state; rising crime, high speed chases through the middle of neighborhoods, earthquakes and severe drought has put many people off from moving out west. And while we cannot stop these things from happening in modern society and nature, we can still enjoy buying a home in the great state that made America famous.

By traveling up the freeway a few hours to the Capitol city of California and you find yourself in an urban area that is much more inviting than that of southern Californian cities. Here, in Sacramento, you will find the beach and the mountains just a short drive away and outdoor recreation at your fingertips. Jobs are more plentiful than in Los Angeles where everyone is fighting for scraps and the cost of living is exponentially lower.

If you’ve been thinking about relocating to California for any reason, think Sacramento first. In Sacrament you can buy a single family home for a quarter of the cost that it would be in one of the more southern cities. Also, the market for Sacrament homes offers more options than that of a place like Los Angeles because there are fewer people trying to buy the same home. And remember, Sacramento is still a growing city, your home will also hold its value for resale.