April 19, 2017 |
Tags: Corral Canyon, Escondido Falls, Mailbu, Solstice Canyon, Westside
Blog
This is the perfect time of year to get outside and enjoy the beautiful Southern California weather. Although the beach is a big part of being outside on the Westside, it certainly isn’t the only attraction. In fact, the one thing I love about the area is the number of free hiking trails. Today, I’d like to focus on the three closest to Mailbu: Escondido Falls, Solstice Canyon, and Corral Canyon.
April 18, 2017 |
Tags: median home prices, Real estate trends, seller’s market, Westside
Blog, Housing Market
After crunching the numbers, I’ve noticed a trend of rising home prices on the Westside. I’m not the only one noticing this trend. In fact, the LA Times reported that Southern California home prices showed the largest increase in more than a year. Find out why prices are on the rise, if the trend will continue, and what it means for buyers and sellers on the Westside.
April 12, 2017 |
Tags: Culver City, foodie, restaurants, Westside, what I love
Blog, Westside Living
One of my favorite things about the Westside is the wide variety of restaurants. In fact, Culver City has become a food destination for residents and tourists alike. No matter what you are hoping to find, Culver City has it. Cultural diversity? Check. Fresh seafood? Check. Budget dining? Check. Upscale experience? Check. Street vendors? Check. Nationally recognized chefs? Check. It’s all here!
April 11, 2017 |
Tags: buying homes, Real estate trends, Westside
Blog
Millennials have enormous purchasing power and are buying homes in large numbers. In fact, millennials purchase more homes per year than any other group in the United States. According to the National Association of Realtors, buyers under the age of 36 now make up more than a third of all home buyers and almost two-thirds of first-time home buyers. Since they are such a large group of buyers, it would be helpful to know what they are looking for when they choose a place to live. Learn what they want in a property, what they want in a location, and why the Westside is a main target for millennials.
February 11, 2017 |
Tags: Lisa Marfisi, private schools, Westside
Blog, Brett's Top Picks
One reason people choose Westside for home ownership is due to the incredible private schools available for their families. Whether it is The Brentwood School, Archer School, Westside Neighborhood School, Le Lycee Francais, Crossroads School, or a host of others, determining the right choice is daunting, if not downright overwhelming. Understanding the ins and outs of the application process can be... Read More
February 10, 2017 |
Tags: hot zip codes, Westside
Blog, Revitalizing the Westside
According to a story in the Los Angeles Times, the Los Angeles zip code of 90012 is the second fastest growing zip code in the nation with a growth rate of 8.8%. What we’ve learned in the real estate business is that high growth in one area often translates to higher growth in neighboring communities, and this has certainly been... Read More
