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Why Attending Open Houses Is a Smart Way to Meet Your Future Real Estate Agent
Most people think of open houses as a way to tour homes; but what if they were also one of the smartest ways to find the right agent to represent you? Whether you're just starting to think about buying or selling, or you're already pre-appro...
Special Lending Programs for Doctors, Lawyers, Teachers & First Responders That Matter More Today
In a competitive market like Los Angeles, every edge counts when it comes to buying a home. But what many buyers don’t realize is that profession-based lending programs can offer major financial advantages—especially for professionals like ...
Who’s Moving to Silicon Beach?
Exploring the People Redefining LA’s Coastal Innovation Hub Silicon Beach — spanning Playa Vista, Playa del Rey, Westchester, El Segundo, Venice, and Santa Monica — isn’t just home to tech companies. It’s becoming a magnet for top-...
10 Clever Floor Plan “Tests” Savvy LA Buyers Use Before Making an Offer
When you’re house-hunting in Los Angeles, it’s easy to get swept up in curb appeal, finishes, and the latest kitchen trends. But experienced buyers know: a gorgeous home with a bad floor plan can become a daily frustration. Savvy buyers ...
The 411 on Home Insurance in LA: Post Fires
When wildfires swept through Los Angeles in early 2025, alarmist headlines claimed homeowners can’t get insurance anymore. The truth is more nuanced, and more reassuring for most homeowners. Yes, insurance is more expensive. Yes, some insurer...
Surf in the Morning, Ski in the Afternoon: The Best Places to Live in LA for the Ultimate California Lifestyle
Surf in the Morning, Ski in the Afternoon: The Best Places to Live in LA for the Ultimate California Lifestyle Where else can you ride a wave and carve a slope in the same day? In Los Angeles, it’s not just a local myth — it’s a real. ...
The Real Estate Market Is Coiled, And Poised for a Powerful Fall Surge
After a year of rate volatility, buyer hesitation, and mixed economic signals, the housing market feels quiet—but that’s deceptive. What we’re actually seeing is a coiled spring, a market full of pent-up demand that’s ready to surge i...
The 10 Biggest Impacts the 2028 Olympics Will Have on Los Angeles Real Estate
The 2028 Summer Olympics are headed to Los Angeles—and while the opening ceremonies are still a few years away, the effects on the city’s real estate market are already in motion. With billions in planned investment, infrastructure upgrades...