In this episode of Local Living Tri-City, I sit down with Senator Kelly Seyarto, who represents California’s 32nd District (including Temecula, Murrieta, Wildomar, Lake Elsinore, Menifee, and beyond), to talk about the real issues behind California’s housing crisis.

We cover everything from inflated construction costs, outdated energy policies, and affordability challenges, to the growing wildfire insurance crisis impacting local homeowners right now.

Senator Seyarto doesn’t hold back—and if you’ve ever felt frustrated by rising housing costs, lack of inventory, or affordability policies that just don’t add up, this is a must-listen.

Key Takeaways:

1. Why California’s housing shortage goes deeper than supply and demand

2. The broken system behind energy mandates and how it impacts home costs

3. What’s happening with wildfire zones and skyrocketing home insurance rates

4. How regulations are stalling development and pushing families out of the state

5. Why current policies are unintentionally hurting middle-income families

6. The critical role of community feedback in creating better legislation

Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome + why affordable housing isn’t reaching those who need it

01:30 – Meet Senator Kelly Seyarto and his experience in housing and public safety

03:00 – Why affordability issues start with flawed energy policy

05:15 – California mandates and unintended consequences on cost of living

06:30 – Who’s really moving out of California—and why

08:30 – Regulatory red tape and the roadblocks to building homes

10:00 – Why entry-level housing alone won’t solve the problem

12:00 – What Austin, TX did differently—and what we can learn from it

14:30 – Wildfire zones + insurance spikes pricing buyers out of entry-level homes

17:00 – How legal red tape delays projects and drives up costs

19:00 – What Senator Seyarto is working on behind the scenes for wildfire insurance reform

22:30 – Commercial property owners + insurance loss risks in LLCs and trusts

25:00 – Political vs. practical solutions—why we need a reset

27:00 – What YOU can do to help influence better policy

If you're feeling the squeeze of rising costs, overwhelmed by what’s happening in California, or just wondering what’s next for our communities—you're not alone.

This episode is a reminder that we can’t solve big problems with silence. Your voice matters—whether it’s a message to your local representative, a conversation with your neighbor, or simply sharing this episode with someone who needs to hear it.

Let’s keep talking, stay informed, and show up for our community—because the future of the Tri-City area starts with people like us paying attention and speaking up.

Learn more about Senator Kelly Seyarto:

Website: https://sr32.senate.ca.gov/

Learn more about Liz Jones:

Website: https://www.jonesrealtysocal.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonesrealtysocal/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lizjonestricityrealestate

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonesrealtysocal/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KWLJONES/

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