Tag: South Bay Beaches Realtor
Most of us know these tips already, but forget some of them from time to time. Keep your air filter clean and change it on a regular basis. Change you cars oil according to the owners manual. Check the fan belt. Is it too tight or too loose? This can affect your mileage. Change your spark plugs regularly according to the owners manual. Worn plugs can make your car get less miles per gallon. Try driving your lighter car. Heavy cars get worse mileage. Only use the Air Condition when necessary. Using your cruise control can increase mileage. Don’t warm up your car. It isn’t needed and it will cost you money. Check your tire pressure and keep the tires inflated according to the owners manual. Read More
If you’ve been thinking of selling your investment house or your South Bay home, you should make sure that you take full advantage of home staging trends. One of the best things about staged homes is that they sell in less time. Staged homes also sell for more money. A staged exterior will also draw viewers. Once a buyer has stepped inside of the home, he will know within a matter of seconds whether or not he likes the home. Staging the living rooms and kitchens will also help to sell the home. Staged homes will also attract more real estate agents and get more advertising as well. There’s no other way to look at it, other than staged homes sell. They attract more buyers, more real estate agents, and they give people the feeling of home. When you go out of your way to make the buyer feel that your home is his dream home, he will know it. Read More
Unfinished homes present a great way to save a lot of money and get yourself a new home in the process. If the El Segundo home you are looking at has plans for a garage, you can save thousands if you decide not to go with the garage. Unfinished homes may have other planned on additions as well, in which you can save a lot of money just by leaving them out. Always try to talk to the builder if possible and share your ideas of what to complete and what not to complete. If you are planning to get a mortgage, most banks will need to ensure that the home is up to local codes and in living condition. If the home is lacking quite a bit in terms of being unfinished, most banks won’t give you a mortgage. Most banks are also known to turn down unfinished home mortgages that they feel will have trouble selling in the event that you default. Banks have strict requirements when it comes to unfinished homes, which is why you should always check with your bank before you invest in an unfinished home. In most cases you can save a lot of money and still get a home that will provide years and years of memories for yourself and your entire family. Read More
We all know that the South Bay area includes many beach cities and several inland towns and communities. Each community and city in the South Bay is unique in its own way and has something different to offer in the way of life style and atmosphere. The South Bay has some of the most beautiful and user friendly beaches along our magnificent Pacific Coast. Bicycling, Walking, Jogging, Hiking, Surfing, Sailing and people watching make the South Bay a tourists delight for sure. The South Bay is close to LAX, Downtown Los Angeles and the Entertainment Capital of the world, and having this great location that we have, puts us in a unique situation not only to live in but for the 1000s of annual visitors. The South Bay cities have award winning schools, great restaurants, cafes and coffee houses. Just about all areas of the South Bay are family oriented, with plenty of wholesome activities and entertainment, including our world famous beaches in Manhattan, Hermosa, Redondo Beach, Torrance Beach, San Pedro too. The South Bay is also diverse in many ways, including the South Bay homes, employment centers, activities and its people Read More
Today's new home buyers may surprise all of us, because preferences regarding buying a home is changing. This comes directly from the International Builders Show held in Orlando in February, this year. We all though that home size were going to get smaller, but the experts say different. New homes are being built with more amenities. More houses built in 2011 had four or more bedrooms, three or more bathrooms, three-car garages, finished basements, patios, and two stories. Maybe we are just getting a clearer picture of what the qualified buyers are looking for. Many people are out of the credit market for awhile due to the last few years of recession and depressed real estate market. So the answer now is: "Who is able to buy"? In the much tightened lending environment of the last few years, buyers have had to be “superstar” qualifiers, with at least 20 percent down, a high credit score, well-documented income, and proof of established employment history.This type of credit situation has left many buyers, especially first time buyers out of the "Home Buying Equation". The real estate pendulum swung to first time buyers with various tax credits, etc., now its swinging back to the established real estate buyers and they want it all, few downsizing. Builders build homes based on what the market demands. In the last few years many South Bay home buyers said that they may be downsizing, but look forward to either buying a much bigger home or building one soon. Read More
According to several researchers from several universities, "Now is the perfect time to buy that real estate property that you have been wanting to buy. The study which was completed in February 2012, concluded that now is the time for renters to buy that real estate property and become a homeowner if they ever plan to. The study was aimed at those renters who feel that owning a real estate property can appreciate and build them wealth. This is a part of a series discussing the rent vs. buy decision that faces some of us. So if you are one of our South Bay residents still renting, perhaps I could show you some properties you will love and the ways it is possible for you to purchase that Torrance home of your dreams. Read More
If you listen carefully, people are still in conversation as to why they wish to get involved in the South Bay real estate market and eventually buy a home. The #1 reason is still the fact they want to own the place they live in. And, they just want to be a homeowner. The tax considerations, growing equity over time and being able to renovate and remodel to their tastes or as they see fit, is part of being a homeowner. Even after the few bad years in the real estate market that we have all experienced, the vast majority of people want to invest in their own place to live. The #2 reason is that many want to buy now and then move later. This is a partially market-based sentiment, of course, as the rationale for buying right now is that prices and interest rates are low. The #3 reason is that they don't want to have to move anymore. Many people bought homes at the top of the market and many ended up selling the home for less than they bought it for, and of course, many went underwater and lost the home to foreclosure. Loss of jobs, re-location and other reasons, including rising gasoline prices and prices of other items did not help the situation. This all proves that owning real estate, especially the home you live in is still an American dream that lives on and on Read More
Where you decide to buy a Hermosa Beach home or any other South Bay house, the location not only affects the homes current value but also affects future value, your standard of living and your lifestyle. It's important that you be direct with your real estate agent or broker about your preferences with regards to neighborhoods, amenities, schools, parks, etc. Some important factors that you should carefully consider and communicate to your Realtor are the following: Location: rural, city, urban, or suburban Your commuting times for you and your family. This means for work and schools and commuting to the conveniences that you are used to. Shopping, entertainment, gasoline stations, post office, etc. What school district are the kids going to be in. Check out the district and how the schools score statewide. Get a list of all desirable neighborhoods in the community or city that you want to move to. Proximity to restaurants, entertainment, parks, recreation centers, banking, and retail shops, grocery stores. Proximity to transportation hubs: Airports, trains, buses, and major highways. Proximity to medical offices and health care facilities. How long do you plan on living in your new home? If your real estate agent or Realtor is aware of your plans, he/she can research growth trends, and planned developments in the area that might affect your lifestyle and overall standard of living. This could affect your return on your investment dollar over time. Read More
The South Bay area Los Angeles, has fifteen incorporated cities plus portions of the City of Los Angeles and unincorporated portions of the County of Los Angeles. The area is bounded by the Pacific Ocean on the south and west, and generally by the City of Los Angeles on the north and east. Its called the South Bay because it is located on the south end of the Santa Monica Bay. Because of its location, with the Pacific Ocean at its backdoor, LAX and the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, the South Bay area is prime real estate because of these transportation hubs. The real estate throughout the South Bay area is highly desired and sought after. This is a beautiful part of Southern California and most of the real estate is made up of beachside communities like Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Torrance, Rancho Palos Verdes, and El Segundo. There are many other cities that are all located within a few miles of the Pacific Ocean and beaches. The South Bay area is not only a beautiful place, but it is also a geat place to live, work and vacation, which accounts for the thousands of tourists that visit the South Bay each year. You can find a diversity of homes in the South Bay including single family homes, estate homes, hillside and waterfront homes, condominiums and townhomes, cottages, duplexes and beautiful apartment buildings. Many of the homes in the South Bay that are going on the market for sale, often sell before they can be advertised in the newspapers. The South Bay homes real estate market has always been, and continues to be very hot. Demand remains very high for any South Bay homes for sale. The South Bay home buying market is hot, but the South Bay selling market is just as active. Often, there is a shortage of homes on the market for buyers. South Bay prices are rising again with many homeowners unaware of just how much their homes are increasing in value. Commercial properties in the South Bay continue to be hot also, whether it's land, new, pre-owned or undeveloped, there is always a demand for good location business property. With the diversity and great selection available in residential homes in the South Bay, you can find just about the perfect home for you and your family and at a price to fit your budget. Read More
If you are selling your home, you can control at least 3 factors that will affect the sale of your home. The condition of the house The price you are asking Marketing Strategy It's important to note that there are numerous other factors that will influence a buyer, and you need to understand these consumer trends when you enter the sellers' market. It's important that you keep your home competitive while on the market. Your real estate agent or broker can advise you on how to best position and market your home to overcome any perceived downsides. Location: The most influential factor in determining your home's appeal to buyers is something you can't control: its location. According to the National Association of REALTORS, the neighborhood quality is the No. 1 reason buyers will choose certain homes. The second most influential factor is commute times to work and school. Size: Keep in mind that there will be some buyers who wish to downsize or who will want a smaller home, but over the years, homes have continued to increase in size, almost double of what it was in the 1950s. Smaller homes typically appeal to first-time home buyers and couples whose children have grown up and moved out. Amenities: Peoples preferences in floor plans and amenities continue to go in and out of fashion, and your real estate agent or broker can help you and familiarize you of the "hot ticket" items that are selling homes in your area and market. If you home is missing or lacks a particular feature, you can renovate the house to increase its appeal, however, you want to make sure that the investment you will have to make will actually help, no hinder, your profit margin in the end. I as your REALTOR can use the current market conditions and activity in the neighborhood to determine the best way to go. Read More