Five ways to plan your purchase
Each one shows your exact cash back along the way. Start anywhere — they all lead to the same place: real numbers for your situation.
Which SoCal city is right for you?
Answer 6 quick questions about budget, lifestyle, and commute — we match you with your ideal SoCal city and show your exact cash-back rebate.
City comparison tool
Pick any two of 50 SoCal cities and compare them side by side — home prices, your cash-back rebate, school ratings, walk scores, and commute times.
Mortgage calculator
Full monthly payment breakdown with principal, interest, tax, insurance, and HOA — plus a 30-year amortization schedule and your PHR cash back shown alongside.
AI rebate advisor
Ask anything — "How much would I get back on a $1.8M home in Manhattan Beach?" — and get an instant, accurate answer powered by Claude with PHR's full rebate data.
Buyer readiness quiz
7 questions on credit, down payment, employment, and timeline — get a personalized score from 0–100 with a specific action plan and your estimated cash back.
Home affordability calculator
See how much home you can afford in SoCal based on your income, debts, and down payment — with your monthly payment and PHR cash back shown alongside.
Closing cost estimator
Estimate the total cash you'll need to close in California — escrow, title, lender, and prepaids — then see how your 1% cash back offsets it.
Down payment assistance check
Answer a few questions to see which California down payment assistance programs you may qualify for — grants, forgivable loans, and first-time buyer help.
Rent vs. buy calculator
Compare the true long-term cost of renting versus buying in Southern California — break-even year, equity built, and the impact of your cash back.
Cost of waiting calculator
See what delaying your purchase could cost in higher prices and rates — a clear dollar figure on waiting another 6 or 12 months in the SoCal market.
Offer strength estimator
Gauge how competitive your offer needs to be in today's SoCal market — price, contingencies, and terms — so you win without overpaying.
SoCal school finder
Find the best-rated schools by city across LA and Orange County — ratings and district info to help you choose the right neighborhood for your family.
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