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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

May, 2013, Newsletter

Dear Neighbor:  Onward and upward!  Reasonably-priced homes continue to sell quickly, often with multiple offers.  Interest rates still have not moved upward, remaining at around 4%.  And lenders have begun making 95% loans again (5% down) – I think this is called amnesia.  One of the less-obvious issues we’re having these days is that of appraisals.  This is always a problem when the market is rising, as appraisers use closed sales (which, of course, are lower in a rising market) to determine...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

Sold Instantly! 4017 Via Nivel, PVE

Don't wait on this excruciatingly cute 1450 square foot one level Valmonte home, on the market May 20!  Remodeled 2 bedroom 2 bath with 3rd bedroom converted to family room and could be converted back. Over 8000 square foot flat lot, wonderful street, move-in condition, 2-car garage and, as you can see, curb appeal to die for.  $1,095,000 and worth every penny.  Call me at 310 613-1076 for a sneak preview! Update:  This property sold at $1,090,000 -- we deducted $5000...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

New Lease on Whitehorn

This will not last.  It didn't.  Leased 4/21/13.  For $2900/month you get this lovely about 1600 square foot one level 3 bedroom 2 bath home at 26629 Whitehorn Drive, RPV, which is walking distance to Silver Spur Elementary and Peninsula High.  There is also a convenient office, inside laundry room, private rear garden, and a 2-car garage with direct entry. [nggallery id=25]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

Coming Soon!

All these listings have sold and closed escrow -- call me for the latest on what's coming up -- 310 613-1076. I've got a few listings coming up in the next 30 days, so don't say I didn't warn you. Update:  Everything here is sold or leased except Los Verdes, which is still coming up late July. 5718 Ravenspur #303:  a lovely about 1500 square foot 2 bedroom 2 bath penthouse with high ceilings, big rooms, and even a little view.  Walk to...Continue Reading!