Is Now the Right Time to Sell?
Inventory is arguably the biggest challenge for buyers in today’s housing market in Long Beach CA and in many other areas, making this an extremely strong "seller's market."Bidding wars have…
Luxury Real Estate Trends in Long Beach
When one thinks of luxury real estate in Southern California, Beverly Hills or Malibu may be more high profile. But Long Beach has its own luxury market, which is thriving…
Top 5 Tips For First-Time Buyers To Know
First-Time Buyer “Setbacks” (And How To Prepare For Them Now)Thanks to low mortgage rates, the number of first-time buyers is on the rise.According to the National Association of Realtors:“The share…
How to Grow an Herb Container Garden
Herb container gardens are always a great idea, but especially right now when you might want to limit your trips to the grocery store. Plus herbs thrive in the heat…
Fall Foreclosures? Don't Count on It
The coronavirus pandemic has led businesses all over the nation and locally here in Long Beach to reduce or discontinue their services altogether. Many people have been laid off or…
How to Buy a Home Virtually
Our world was already becoming increasingly virtual, but thanks to COVID-19 the progress has accelerated. You can now order your groceries, go to work, and "visit" other places right from…
Is the Suburban Lifestyle the Future?
The pandemic has caused consumers to re-examine the components that make up the “perfect home.” Many families are no longer comfortable with the locations and layouts of their existing homes.…
The Future of California Home Prices
The worldwide pandemic and an economic recession have had a tremendous effect on the nation. The uncertainty brought about by both has made predicting consumer behavior nearly impossible. For that…
Long Beach CA Real Estate Market Update July 2020
As we continue in to July 2020, we remain in a strong seller's market. Relatively low inventory and high demand because of historically low interest rates are fueling this seller's…
How to Win a Bidding War in 2020
A Message from Shannon on Bidding WarsWhy Bidding Wars Are Starting NowWith businesses reopening throughout the country and some experts indicating early signs of a much-anticipated economic recovery, more homebuyers are…