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Happy August! It’s been a fairly moderate summer in Los Angeles but the hotter weather could arrive this month, so today’s newsletter is dedicated to ways you can escape the heat. My favorite? Travel! Here are some travel tips if you’re booking a trip in August, which is peak… Read More

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I am excited to announce that I’ve received the new Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Senior Specialist Designation from the global brand, which is given to network agents who have specialized expertise in working with senior clients. What an honor! I’ve been in the real estate business a long time… Read More

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Buying a home can be a stressful experience … unless you have a strategic, knowledgeable real estate professional by your side. Then, when you approach all phases of the buying process—from home search to “welcome home”—you can feel confident in every decision you make along the way. For those… Read More

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This week I received the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Sports + Entertainment Specialist designation, a reflection of years working alongside sports and entertainment clients to help them buy and sell homes. What an honor and thank you to Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. I’m so proud to continue assisting sports and entertainment clients to… Read More

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To celebrate National Independent Bookstore Day, which happened on Saturday, I’d like to shine a spotlight on a wonderful small business and local favorite called Lefty’s Coffee Co. in Los Olivos, California. When you visit Lefty’s Coffee Co., there’s a charming bookstore inside, where you can purchase recent publications, interesting… Read More

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If you’re thinking about remodeling your home, I’d recommend meeting with a real estate professional to plan out your short- and long-term goals. Good candidates for remodeling are people who have a property they want to remain in for a long time and they are remodeling for more space,… Read More

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By Guest Blogger Andrew Needham It may be difficult to understand the complexity—and beauty—of family until your household includes a toddler, a teenager, a parent juggling two jobs, and a grandmother who still insists on folding fitted sheets into perfect squares. The multigenerational home is a growing trend,… Read More

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In a recent video I watched on Instagram, a designer described how people are “ditching sleek and going cozy,” opting for gallery walls, stacks of books and bookshelves, more elaborate decor, patterns, and overall, the kind of traditional designs that were popular before modern minimalism.  What I see… Read More

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Over the past five years, median existing-home prices have jumped about 38%, according to a recent Forbes article. And with rising prices comes plenty of opportunity to tap into your home’s equity to fund your retirement.  As a certified Senior Real Estate Specialist® (designated through the National Association… Read More

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And the Oscar goes to … your home! With awards season in full swing, I thought we could talk about ways to get your home “red-carpet ready,” so it shines like a star on the MLS. Speaking of the MLS, a few days ago I was reading an… Read More