Help Our Team Give Back
This holiday season the Shannon Jones Team is giving back. We are collecting items for Mental Health America of Los Angeles (MHALA). This non-profit provides support and resources for those…
Long Beach CA Real Estate Market Update November 2021
Let's take a look at the current real estate market conditions in Long Beach CA, and surrounding areas! We're continuing to see a very competitive seller's market with low inventory,…
Facts and Fiction about Flood Insurance
The world of insurance can be overwhelming. You know that you have to have auto insurance to drive a car and homeowners insurance to secure a home loan. Both health…
Fall Hikes Around Long Beach
Luckily here in Long Beach, you can hit the trail any time of day during the fall season. You don’t have to beat summer's mid-afternoon heat, and you might catch…
Long Beach CA Real Estate Market Update October 2021
The Long Beach real estate market is showing no signs of slowing down this fall! Home inventory is still low and buyer demand is still high, resulting in a strong…
6 Reasons to Hire a Realtor Instead of Selling Yourself
In a seller’s market like this, you might be wondering if you should just handle the sale yourself without an agent, but there are a number of pitfalls that could…
10 Simple Rules for Remodeling Your Kitchen
It’s the day you’ve been dreaming of — time to plan your kitchen remodel. Dream big, but make sure you’re not making mistakes that’ll cause you to regret the money…
What's an Appraisal Gap Clause?
When purchasing a home, one of the standard contingencies is a home appraisal. A professional home appraiser determines the value of the home based on recent sales in the area…
Staging on a Budget
Even though homes are going quickly in this seller's market, one thing hasn't changed: Staging your home can help you get top dollar! With less inventory, staging might not be…
Should I Wait to Buy Until Home Prices Come Down?
At this point, most people are aware that the 2021 housing market is like no other. Home prices are skyrocketing, interest rates are at record lows, and bidding wars are…