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Wonderful Santa Monica location, just 6 blocks from the beach, short walking distance to Main St. & shops & restaurants. Greatneighborhood. Recently renovated 2 BDRM w/ kitchen area & open bar counter, dining area with large bay window & refinished…

There have been a lot of headlines reporting on how homeowner equity (the difference between the current market value of your home and the amount you owe on your mortgage) has dramatically increased over the past few years. CoreLogic indicated that equity increased for the…

There are so many great reasons to purchase a home, and over the past year, we've realized more of them than we ever thought possible. If you're a first-time homebuyer, having a home of your own can give you a greater sense of security and accomplishment in a time that's…

In today’s housing market, there are clear financial benefits to owning a home: increasing equity, the chance to build your net worth, and appreciating home values, just to name a few. 

Is the idea of saving for a down payment holding you back from buying a home right now? You may be eager to take advantage of today's low mortgage rates, but the thought of needing a large down payment might make you want to pump the brakes. Today, there's still a…

If spending more time at home over the past year is making you really think hard about buying a home instead of renting one, you’re not alone. You may be wondering, however, if the dollars and cents add up in your favor as home prices continue to rise. According to the…

If you’re on the fence about selling your house, now is a great time to take advantage of sky-high demand, low supply, and fierce buyer competition.

Here's why housing needs to be more pet-inclusive now Given the positive effects pets have on stress levels, now's the time for all multifamily communities to adapt their policies and allow for a better living experience — for both pet owners and their furry friends

It’s a seller’s market in the Los Angeles metro area, meaning there is more demand among buyers than housing available to purchase, which drives prices up.

Southern California’s housing market surged in July, as buyers plowed into the market despite the overall economic uncertainty.

The housing market has been defying forecasts during the COVID-19 pandemic. Initially, home sales nose-dived for three consecutive months during state shutdowns. But by June, a “remarkable housing recovery” took hold, and real estate bounced back with a vengeance,…

There are so many ways in which 2020 is not turning out the way most Americans expected. In terms of real estate, we were hurtling toward a busy spring season. All the economic indicators looked strong, boosting buyers to battle it out for a limited supply of homes. But…