Hollywood Riviera Blog
Igor Nastaskin of RE/MAX Estate Properties is an experienced real estate agent that specializes in homes in the Hollywood Riviera in Redondo Beach. This Blog is for Buyers and Sellers who are interested in community information and general real estate information about the South Redondo, Riviera Village, Torrance, and Hollywood Riviera areas.
Why it’s Smart to Pay Attention to the Starbucks Principle
Looking for a home in an area that will have long-term value and appreciation? Go get a coffee at a Starbucks in your desired area and experience what’s become known as the “Starbucks Principle” — an ...
Half of US Homebuyers Are Millennials
Almost half of US homebuyers are under the age of 36, according to a new survey by the online real estate firm Zillow. The study—The Zillow Group Report on Consumer Housing Trends—surveyed more than 1...
How to Sell a Luxury Property
Getting ready to place a high-end home up for sale? You’ll probably find that the process is a little different than it is when selling a more moderate property. For one, the new owner usually will wa...
Market Share of 5,000-Plus-Square-Foot Homes on the Rise
New homes with 5,000 square feet or more of living space increased both as a share of all new construction and in absolute number in 2015, according to the Census Bureau’s Survey of Construction. In 2...
Hollywood Riviera’s Celebrity — Rosemary DeCamp
One of the most famous residents of the Hollywood Riviera is, no doubt, actress Rosemary DeCamp who lived here for almost 60 years, until her death in 2001. Rosemary and her husband, Judge John Shidle...
Consumers Show Increased Caution in Home Purchase Sentiment in September
Fannie Mae’s Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI) decreased 2.2 points to 82.8 in September, moving further off of survey highs. Consumer caution surfaced in the September HPSI, with four of the six c...
Five Tips for Dog Owners Looking to Buy a Home in L.A.
Dogs are part of the family. So, when buying a home in a new neighborhood, you’ll definitely want to take your pet’s needs into consideration. Is the neighborhood safe? Are parks, pet stores and...
How to Review a Seller’s Disclosure Report
Double-checking a seller’s disclosure report can save you heartache and money. But if you don’t read disclosures regularly, that means you could miss something important. Follow these tips from Trulia...
The 10 Best Cities for NFL Fans
Where should die-hard football fans live? Which NFL city has the most locations for game watching, bars for gathering with friends and stores for buying sports gear? To find out, Trulia.com ranked all...