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July in Review
Inventory continues to be at an all time low with only 30 closed sales in all of Los Feliz and Silver Lake (90026, 90027, and 90039) and only 12 in the mid-city and West Adams area (90016, 90018, 90019). Homes are still closing slightly over asking price (and at...
This one goes out to the Buyers
My dear buyers (and especially my first time buyers), Where have all the buyers gone? Long time waiting… too many heart breaks, overbids, stress… I get it. The beginning part of the year was pretty intense and along with skyrocketing mortgage rates, instead of...
Choose wisely
As mortgage rates rose last year, activity in the housing market slowed down (see my last email). And as a result, some homes started seeing fewer offers and stayed on the market longer. That meant some homeowners decided to press pause on selling. Rates are beginning...
Referral network
I've been with Sotheby's International Realty, Los Angeles for almost 14 years and during that time, I have assisted scores of people with their relocations to and from Los Angeles. LA is a vast and diverse city. There is a neighborhood for every type of person to...
Bye Bye Bottom
Hello Friends, Are you thinking about making a move? If so, I encourage you to consider several different agents before deciding whom to go with. Like every home, every agent is different. We all have different styles, preferences, and personalities. It's important to...
8 tips for a great relationship with your real estate agent
Setting clear expectations and doing the groundwork for a successful relationship with your agent will ensure your selling and buying experience is stress-free and can even be fun! Even if you’ve considered several different agents before deciding who to go with,...
The Loved House
Quarantine Edition: I was sitting in my dining room, looking at the beautiful vase my mother made for me (pictured above). So I called her and told her how much joy it brings me. As we chatted, she asked, “How are the boys? What are you going to do?” and before I...
September is Emergency Preparedness Month
An emergency can happen quickly and often without warning. In a major disaster (emergency) it may take several days for vital services to be restored. Are you and your family prepared to survive for at least 72 hours without the comforts of home? In Los Angeles, you...
Bathroom renovation in Mar Vista, CA
I love creating things that make people happy. It's something I loved about being an actor and certainly something I love doing for clients and houses. When my friend bemoaned her outdated bathroom, I offered to take a look....
