The share of houses seeing prices rise in value is well above the national average, according to data tracked by Zillow. And after struggling for years to rein in spending and tame a large pile of debt, officials in Sacramento have apparently steered the state's finances on a more sustainable course. In June, bond rater Moody's upgraded the state to an Aa3 credit rating, citing a "rapidly improving financial position," declining debt, and strong job growth. CORRECTION: Moody's upgraded California to an Aa3 rating.