Opinion: Los Angeles CA Real Estate Prediction | Forecast 2022
Watching the residential real estate market daily, I'm sure you'll agree it has been a wild ride since February 2020. This article will discuss the southern California market boom triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic and where we go from here.
Read full storyReal Estate Pocket Listings: LAs Hidden Gems
Pocket listings are homes for sale that aren't on the open market. These places you cannot find on your local MLS or other third-party syndications like Redfin. Since pocket listings are considered exclusive, you may pay a premium to avoid a multiple offers situation.
Read full storyAnalysis: LA Real Estate Disclosures to Know
Selling residential and commercial real estate in Los Angeles is a maze of legal protections and supporting documentation. Los Angeles real estate disclosures for property owners are some of the most important aspects of legal protection and often the caveat to many lawsuits and subsequent arbitrations.
Read full storyBoosting Your Curb Appeal: 11 Front Door Improvement Tips
Los Angeles is a town that is all about outward appearance. This is especially true in affluent areas like Hollywood, Silver Lake, and Beverly Hills. If your home doesn't look good from the street, getting buyers or tenants interested can be tough. While you may not be able to change your home's architecture, there are many things you can do to improve its curb appeal.
Read full storyEvent: Illuminate the Night at the Elysian Valley Arts Collective
Taylor Yard Pedestrian BridgeDavid Clark - Shelhamer Group. Elysian Valley (also known as Frog Town) in LA's Arts District is hosting a free event called "Illuminate the Night." The night will be filled with art installations, live music, food trucks, and more! Elysian Valley is a great place to visit, and this event is the perfect opportunity to see what it has to offer.
Read full storyOpinion: Analysis of the Highest & Best Use for Your Property
According to The Appraisal Institute, the highest and best use of a property is defined as:. “The reasonably probable and legal use of vacant land or an improved property that is physically possible, appropriately supported, and financially feasible and that results in the highest value.”
Read full storyOpinion: 2022 LA Home Value Appreciation is Going to Boom
My hands are up. I've got the white flag. Don't shoot the messenger. I'm sure you'll agree, the 2021 real estate market was like a high-speed bullet train for buyers — one full of sharp turns and an unexpected passenger count. And, if you were brave enough to get on board, you're probably wondering what's in store for the 2022 market.
Read full storyOpinion: How Prop 13 is Affecting the Length of Homeownership in LA
A home in Eagle RockDavid Clark - The Shelhamer Group. Compared to just two years ago, there are half the homes on the market in Los Angeles. This has led to a lot of frustration among eager buyers and one of the most common questions I get is "When are there going to be more homes on the market, Glenn?"
Read full storyOpinion: Let's Talk About Pricing Your Home
Todd Pivetti of The Shelhamer GroupThe Shelhamer Group. Properly positioning your property in the market can be a slippery slope. What happens if you don't get what you want? Is it worth waiting? Is what you want based on reality or wishful thinking? We've all been there, but today we're going to focus on how to get top dollar for your home.
Read full storyOpinion: With Foreclosures on the Rise, Don't Expect Discounted LA Properties
Buyers have been asking me "Hey, Glenn, what about foreclosures? Can we get a really good deal on a foreclosure?" Reading between the lines, it's obvious that the real question is "Can we get a $1 million home for $400,000?"
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