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All articles I’ve written on real estate for the last 10 or so years. Earlier than that, I’ll have to mail them to you

New on the Market — Vista Madera, RPV

Palos Verdes Real Estate

On the market today is this immaculate Vista Madera townhouse.  3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, about 1500 square feet, private 2-car garage, and in really stunning condition.  $549,000.  Call me for a sneak preview -- 310 613-1076.  Continue Reading!

All articles I’ve written on real estate for the last 10 or so years. Earlier than that, I’ll have to mail them to you

September Newsletter

September, 2015 Dear Neighbor: In my last letter, I mentioned that the market was showing signs of slowing after almost 2 years of frenetic activity.  It has, and there are now roughly twice the number of homes for sale in Palos Verdes as there were a year ago, although the number then was about the lowest I can remember in my 31 years in this business.  As usual, when this happens without any outside event, I suspect that an affordability threshold has...Continue Reading!

All articles I’ve written on real estate for the last 10 or so years. Earlier than that, I’ll have to mail them to you

Just Reduced and Sold! 27134 Freeport Rd, RPV

Palos Verdes Real Estate

I know we just came on the market July 21, but the seller wants this lovely house sold!  We reduced it August 18th $101,000 to $998,000, so come 'n' get it.  This lovely (and incredibly well-maintained) 2140 square foot 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home within walking distance to Silver Spur Elementary, Ridgecrest Intermediate, Peninsula High, and the Peninsula Center.  Original purchasers of this floor plan had the option for a 4th bedroom, and the framing is still there.  The house...Continue Reading!

All articles I’ve written on real estate for the last 10 or so years. Earlier than that, I’ll have to mail them to you

Stale Listings

Palos Verdes Real Estate

My clients lately have gotten my "Stale Listing" speech, which goes like this:  the market has been going bananas for about 18 months.  Whenever this happens, the idea seems to settle in that a seller can pretty much name his price and buyers will beat a path to his door.  There is no shortage of current examples.  If this isn't a sure sign that the market is about to slow down, it certainly contributes to it.  Buyers look at the "comps"...Continue Reading!