California is a beautiful State, one drive up the coast will prove that to anyone. It will always have a strong draw because of our wonderful climate.
But it is expensive to live here, it can be crowded in the Major cities like Los Angeles and San Francisco.
Every time the Rose Bowl Game is shown (in January), we get a new influx of Easterners trying to get away from the snow!
If you run an honest and reputable business you can do well in California!

If you specialize in short sales and foreclosures, there is definately a market for you in CA. Good Luck

I moved to CA from Ohio several years ago....18 years to be exact! I have never looked back! Waht part of CA are you considering? Technology is key out here....give me a call/.....more than happy to talk to you...just click on my profile.