A recent report shows that the Los Angeles area, and the Westside in particular, is a top choice for international real estate investors. In fact, Los Angeles was number one in the United States and Canadian region. Last year, though high in the ranking, LA was behind San Francisco. See why LA has surged ahead.
The Rose Bowl Flea Market is undoubtedly the best flea market on the West Coast with over 2,500 vendors sprawled out over seven miles of shopping grounds. But the question arises - when attending such a huge event, where should you start? How can you find the best deals? And most importantly, what do you need to know to enjoy your shopping experience? Find out how to get the most out of this once a month event by reading up on these five must-know tips.
One of the things I love about the Westside is the walkability. There are so many things to do and see that can be done on foot. One of the most interesting and free things to see are the hidden staircases throughout the hillsides that once got residents from the hills into town to the trolley system. Although the trolley system is gone, most of the staircases remain. Seeing what exists at the end of the staircase can be fascinating. Here are a few on the Westside you might want to explore.
Westside properties are selling fast, especially properties that have the same advantages as new builds. I’m seeing that new, small-lot homes are selling quickly, and often more quickly than existing homes. This doesn’t mean, however, that existing home sales can’t compete. However, to do so, a seller needs to understand why buyers are snatching up new Westside housing at such high rates.
On this What I Love Wednesday, I want to talk about bicycles. This is the perfect time of year to enjoy the Southern California sunshine, and what better way to have a little summer fun than from the seat of a bicycle? There is a great ride on the Marvin Braude Bike Trail, sometimes known as The Strand. This paved bicycle path runs along the shoreline from the Pacific Palisades all the way to Torrance and is 22 miles long. Read here for the route and other essential information.
What could be more relaxing than brunch with an ocean view? That's why Santa Monica is one of my favorite places to grab brunch. Get ready for your next relaxing weekend by discovering some of the best places to eat brunch in Santa Monica.
Memorial Day weekend is the long holiday that officially starts the summer celebrations. Parades, festivals, exhibits, wine tastings, and more happen throughout the Los Angeles area. However, if you are like me, you might like staying right here on the Westside. Whether you are looking for a weekend event, a fun day trip, music, food, water, or games, you can find it here. That is why I put together this quick guide of fun things to do right where we live.
In the past several years, the Westside has become a great market for those looking to buy and sell luxury condos. I was excited to see how many “hot” condo markets are right in our own backyard. Let’s look at the numbers for Westside condos during the first quarter of 2017.
One of the things I love about living on the Westside is the abundance of things to do, especially in the summer. Today, I’d like to mention three summer festivals coming to the Westside that you won’t want to miss.
Wow! That is the best word to describe the real estate market on the Westside during the month of March and the trend appears to have continued through the month of April. In terms of both prices and number of sales, real estate was hot, hot, hot. Find out why and what it means for you.
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