Brad & Shannon’s Big Adventure

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We're headed to France!

After months of dreaming, planning, and researching, we're taking a big leap and heading to southern France for a two-month adventure!

Starting July 30th, we’ll be living, working, and exploring life in the Occitanie region, also known as Languedoc-Roussillon. This is an area known for its beautiful beaches, charming villages, open-air markets, great wines, and deep cultural roots. But this trip is more than a vacation. It’s a chance to immerse ourselves in French life, slow down a little, and reflect on the kind of lifestyle we want to create in the next chapter of our lives.

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Think of it as a working sabbatical—or even a little field research. We’ll be taking in the rhythms of local life, learning how things are done on the other side of the Atlantic, and gathering inspiration. Who knows? We may just fall in love with this way of life enough to make it more permanent at some point. Stay tuned for future updates. 

Yes, We’re Still Working—Just With a Different View

Even from across the globe, we’re just a phone call, text, or email away.  And our incredible team will be here, ready and available to help you or anyone you refer with anything related to buying, selling, or investing in real estate.

This trip is a personal dream come true, but our commitment to serving you hasn’t changed. We’ve built this business on trust, connection, and consistent communication—and that’s something we’ll continue no matter what time zone we’re in.

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Want to Follow Along?

We’ll be documenting our travels, the places we stay, the markets we explore, the wine we sip (of course!), and the unique homes and architecture we discover along the way.

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If you’re curious about what it’s like to live in France, wander cobblestone streets, shop in French markets, and explore how real estate differs between then and there, follow along. We’ll be meeting for wine with some immobiliers (French real estate agents) who Shannon met during her trip to France last year. 

What’s Next?

france3We’re calling this an adventure, but it’s also a period of discovery. We’re keeping our hearts and minds open. 

Until then, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Whether you’re thinking about making a move, have a real estate question, or want to connect us with someone who could use our help, we’re still available and always happy to help. 

Want to get in touch? Email us at [email protected] or fill out the contact form below.

About the Author
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Shannon Jones has been selling real estate since 1998 and specializes in listing and marketing homes. She has consistently been one of the top Realtors in the Long Beach area. Prior to her award-winning career in real estate with the Shannon jones Team, Shannon has had successful careers in journalism and public relations. She holds a bachelors degree from UC Irvine and a masters degree from UC Berkeley. Shannon holds E-Pro, CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Expert), and PSC (Pre-Foreclosure Specialist) certifications. Shannon is very personable and maintains a very strong moral compass, always putting the best interest of home buyers/sellers above monetary goals. A California native, Shannon enjoys gardening, travel, reading, cooking and poker when she’s not selling homes MY DESIGNATIONS Lic# 01247705 | CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Expert) | E-Pro | PSC (Pre-Foreclosure Specialist) MY SERVICE AREAS Anaheim Bellflower Buena Park Carson Cerritos Cypress Downey Fountain Valley Garden Grove Huntington Beach La Palma Lakewood Long Beach Los Alamitos Los Angeles County Norwalk Orange County Rossmoor San Pedro Seal Beach Signal Hill South Bay Westminster