Bidding wars were something that were uncommon in the 1980s and 1990s, but they took place frequently during the housing bubble. However, what’s surprising is that they haven’t disappeared...
Mortgage research site HSH.com recently completed a study that determined how much money someone would need to make annually in order to afford a median-priced home. They looked at 27 metro areas and ...
It’s quite common for retirees to decide to renovate, downsize, or move to different communities entirely after they finish working. Before, during, and even after this process, mistakes are pro...
In the last few years, the number of homebuyers who put down substantial percentages of their home loans have increased while those who put down less than three percent have dropped. According ...
If you’re involved in buying or selling a home, you may have heard the term months of inventory. It refers to how how many months it would take to sell all of the homes in a particular area, ass...
In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, we take a look at what makes homebuyers fall in love with certain homes. Just as people are attracted to certain characteristics in potential mates, so...
A pocket listing is a real estate term that refers to a listing that is held by a broker or agent but not advertised on the multiple listing system (MLS) or other high-publicity avenues. For some home...
After 2008 some people feared the real estate market both nationally and locally would never be the same. However, home prices and transactions are normalizing, and buyers are showing more interest in...
Many homeowners will be expecting to gain a significant profit from selling their homes. However, there are tax implications associated with large capital gains from the sale of a home. Here are a few...
Choosing the right contractors to work on your home is vital to the success of the project. Beyond making sure that the company and the team have the necessary licenses and permits to perform home ren...
Selling your home can be enough of a challenge without you inadvertently undermining the process. When you want to sell your home to a buyer who is genuinely interested and qualified, you should discl...
Living in your home while you are trying to sell it can be a challenge, but these five tips will help you stay comfortable without compromising your chances of selling your home. 1) Sort through your ...
It might be December, but we’re lucky to live in a climate that allows for year-round outdoor fun. If you need ideas on how to make the most of your yard 12 months a year, here are some of our f...
It’s been another great year living in the South Bay, so it’s no wonder that demand remains high in the area while inventory stays low. Throughout 2014 I’ve noticed a few key trends ...
Many markets throughout the United States are experiencing a major increase in the number of homes selling for all-cash, and the South Bay is no exception. In fact, a record number of home buyers are ...
In my experience, there are several types of properties that are usually not going on the market anytime soon. This can be difficult for potential buyers that are eager to buy property in the South Ba...
I have sold more homes here in the Hollywood Riviera than any other agent. My success is because I love what I do and I genuinely believe with my whole heart that the Hollywood Riviera is the most won...
More and more, all-cash offers are king in South Bay real estate, even when it comes to luxury properties. Several of my recent clients have made all-cash offers on properties they fell in love with, ...
The South Bay is one of the areas of Southern California that has recently seen a rapid rise in home value due to high demand. The gorgeous weather, great local school system, and the quality of life ...
Have you heard of “Third Thursdays” in the Riviera Village in Redondo Beach? They’re just one more charming local tradition. Every third Thursday of every month, there is live music and shops stay ope...