Two-thirds of California voters consistently tell pollsters that they think Proposition 13 is a good thing, but even with more than 48 years of constant support, Proposition 13 remains unpopular among politicians and bureaucrats who want higher property taxes. But the limits that Prop. 13 imposes on property taxes can hardly be considered draconian. California ranks 18th out of 50 states in...
Aug 9, 2026
A recent article in the Wall Street Journal should dispel all doubts as to why Prop. 13 is so important to California homeowners. The article, entitled, “Americans have amassed $35 trillion of wealth in their homes, yet many feel less well off because of it,” presents a sobering view of what is happening in most other states. The extensive piece, written by Veronica Dagher and Anne Tergesen,...
Apr 25, 2025
