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The Jones Zone

The Jones Zone

By: Darryl and JJ Jones Team
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With 36 years in SoCal real estate, top North Orange County realtor Darryl Jones aims to provide knowledge and advice on what's happening in Orange County real estate through authentic conversations with local professionals, experts, Californians who have moved out of state, and much more. Darryl's witty personality and down-to-earth character are sure to entertain and inform. If you're looking to buy or sell a home in Orange County, sell an inherited home, or exploring a move out of California, tune in for episodes on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month. (714) 713-4663 | DRE #01076312Darryl and JJ Jones Team Economics Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Is North Orange County’s Housing Market SHIFTING? July 2026 North Orange County Housing Market Update
    Jul 7 2026

    DISCLAIMER: The data presented in the video was sourced from the MLS and TrendGraphix. MLS data on actives, pendings, and closings from June and July 2026 and for June and July 2025 was as of July 2, 2026. Closings for Yorba Linda in June 2025 should have been 73 in instead of 48, which 73 was in our July 2025 Yorba Linda Market Update from last year.


    Is the North Orange County housing market shifting in summer 2026?

    In this July 2026 North Orange County Housing Market Update, Darryl Jones breaks down the latest numbers for Brea, Fullerton, Placentia, Yorba Linda, La Habra, and Anaheim Hills. This update covers key June 2026 housing market stats and current July 2026 data, compares them to January 2026, and also looks back at July 2025 so local homeowners can better understand how the market has changed year over year.

    Darryl covers what is happening with home prices, inventory, days on market, buyer demand, and whether it's a seller's market or buyer's market in today's North Orange County housing market. If you are thinking about selling your home in Brea, Fullerton, Placentia, Yorba Linda, La Habra, or Anaheim Hills, this episode gives you a clear look at what today’s market looks like.

    Areas covered in this episode:

    0:00 - Brea housing market update

    2:28 - Fullerton housing market update

    4:16 - Placentia housing market update

    5:31 - Yorba Linda housing market update

    7:01 - La Habra housing market update

    8:13 - Anaheim Hills housing market update

    Check out our website for North Orange County housing market data that UPDATES DAILY: https://darrylandjj.com/north-orange-county-market-update


    Contact Darryl:

    Call/text: (714) 713-4663

    Email: darrylandjj@gmail.com

    Website: https://www.darrylandjj.com

    Linktree: https://linktr.ee/darrylandjj

    Darryl & JJ Jones Team

    Darryl Jones

    DRE #01076312

    ERA North Orange County Real Estate

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    10 mins
  • Moving from CALIFORNIA to CHICAGO - Is It Worth It? The Great Escape [Show 132]
    Jun 16 2026

    What should Californians know before moving to Chicago, Illinois?In this episode of The Jones Zone, Darryl Jones sits down with Julie Busby, founder, broker, and Realtor® with the Busby Group in Chicago, to talk about what it is really like moving from California to Chicago. Julie previously lived and worked in San Diego before relocating to Chicago, giving her a unique perspective on the differences between Southern California and Illinois real estate, lifestyle, weather, neighborhoods, housing, and the overall relocation process.If you are thinking about moving from California to Chicago, moving from San Diego to Chicago, or relocating anywhere in Illinois, this conversation will help you understand what to expect before making the move.In this episode, Darryl and Julie discuss:• What Californians should know before moving to Chicago• The biggest lifestyle differences between California and Illinois• How Chicago real estate compares to Southern California real estate• Chicago housing styles, schools, and local market expectations• Weather, seasons, transportation, and day-to-day life in Chicago• What buyers should know before relocating to IllinoisJulie brings the perspective of a top-producing Chicago real estate broker who understands both the California mindset and the Chicago market. Whether you are relocating for family, work, lifestyle, affordability, or a new chapter, this episode gives practical insight into what life in Chicago may really look like.Guest Information:

    Julie Busby, Busby GroupEmail: julie@busbygroup.comPhone: (312) 275-5714Website: busbygroup.com

    Contact Darryl:

    Call/text: (714) 713-4663

    Email: darrylandjj@gmail.com

    Website: https://www.darrylandjj.com

    Linktree: https://linktr.ee/darrylandjj

    Darryl & JJ Jones Team

    Darryl Jones

    DRE #01076312

    ERA North Orange County Real Estate

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    18 mins
  • Why So Many Californians Are Leaving for Minnesota - California's Great Escape [Show 131]
    Jun 2 2026

    Thinking about moving from California to Minnesota? Darryl Jones sits down with Minnesota Realtor Joe Carmack, a Twin Cities expert serving Minneapolis, St. Paul, and surrounding communities, to discuss what Californians should know before making the move.

    They cover the Twin Cities housing market, Minnesota lifestyle, winter weather, affordability, neighborhoods, cost of living differences, and how buying a home in Minnesota compares to Southern California.

    For California homeowners considering an out-of-state move, Darryl and Joe discuss what to think about before selling your home in Southern California and how the right preparation can help you make a stronger move.

    For a free home evaluation before moving out of California, call Darryl Jones at (714) 713-4663.


    Guest Information:

    Joe Carmack, Camrack Real Estate

    (763) 291-8083

    jcarmack@kw.com

    https://www.carmackrealestate.com/

    YouTube: @LivinginMinnesota

    Contact Darryl:

    Call/text: (714) 713-4663

    Email: darrylandjj@gmail.com

    Website: https://www.darrylandjj.com

    Linktree: https://linktr.ee/darrylandjj

    Darryl & JJ Jones Team

    Darryl Jones

    DRE #01076312

    ERA North Orange County Real Estate

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    23 mins
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