south bay: Never Underestimate the Emotions in Real Estate - 01/30/12 06:45 PM
I had two recent closings that made me take a moment and really think about how real estate is more than just a transaction or deal. One was a short sale listing of mine and the other a standard sale. Both showed little to no emotion about selling the homes during most of escrow until the end, when the finality of closing escrow really means. The first, being a short sale, seemed mostly relieved that the sale may actually happen and they could move on with their lives. It didn't strike me just how emotional it was when I asked them … (5 comments)
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south bay: Two Very Exciting Words......Standard Sale! - 01/26/12 11:46 AM
I was responding to a comment on one of my foreclosure posts and the other Realtor had commented that foreclosures can be such a pain. There are no arguments here which led me to think about how excited I am when a client contacts me with real interest in a home and I look at the listing and it says "Standard Sale". I think there might literally be a sigh of relief. I have loads of experience with short sales but that sure doesn't mean I don't appreciate the simpler challenges of a standard sale.
Keith Kyle is a licensed … (0 comments)
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south bay: Rainy Day Activity? Try this weeks Manhattan Beach open houses - 11/05/11 12:29 PM
Whether you're a serious sand section buyer, keeping up with the market in the tree section, or just curious to see what that house down the street looks like, there's an open house for you. The schedule may be altered a bit if we have the expected rainy weekend, but see below for the scheduled Manhattan Beach open houses or visit our South Bay open house site for information on other cities.
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south bay: Unheard of Home Inventory in Fusion South Bay - 07/10/11 01:12 AM
Fusion South Bay Market Update - July 10, 2011
For home buyers looking for newer construction homes near the beach, without the prices of adjacent Manhattan Beach, Fusion South Bay may a fantastic option.
Recently the inventory of available homes has reached levels unseen since original construction. Currently there are 11 homes for sale in the complex ranging from $469,000 for one of the smaller 2 bedroom units to $590,000 for a 3 bedroom unit. Click below to see additional details and pictures of the current homes for sale. To view Fusion South Bay floorplans and a map of the community visit … (1 comments)
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south bay: Why can't I simply enjoy a slow day once in a while? - 06/27/11 05:23 PM
It's great to be your own boss....except when your boss makes you work all of the time!
I work and live in Hermosa Beach which is just about as great an area to call home as I could imagine. It's a beautifully sunny day out and I have a very rare slow real estate day.....so why can't I enjoy it? I don't have a slow week and there's no alarms sounding. I should relish a day with little to do, no clients to meet, and just a few phone calls to make. But somehow I feel like I shouldn't have a … (5 comments)
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south bay: Show me the money!.......(shot that is) - 06/10/11 12:32 PM
I received a call yesterday from an agent out of the area looking to potentially refer a listing my way. I love that! It was somewhat of an indirect referral as the sellers were the parents of his client so he didn't actually really know the sellers. As I always do I wanted to pull up the address and see what we were dealing with. As it turns out it appears the parents didn't need his help and had already listed it. But that's not the point of my story.....
Upon looking at the listing I once again saw what never … (4 comments)
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south bay: Panoramic Ocean View Penthouse in Redondo Beach - 04/18/11 10:55 PM
Unlike anything on the market, this penthouse in Redondo Beach is beautifully remodeled, professionally decorated to reflect the very finest in coastal luxury living and sold fully furnished. Just move right in.....
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south bay: South Bay Foreclosures aren't necessarily the deals you think they are - 03/29/11 05:48 PM
I work with many potential home buyers that are just starting their search. Many of them are from out of the area or live locally and are looking to own instead of rent but, unfortunately, many find out that their price range makes it a real challenge to find something that works for them. As many feel priced out of the market, most think that their solution lies in finding a short sale or bank owned homes. Many new buyers have read about the deals to be had in the distressed home market and have the perception that short sales and bank … (0 comments)
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south bay: Welcome to Manhattan Village in Manhattan Beach CA - 01/12/11 07:47 PM
Manhattan Beach is an absolutely ideal place to call home endless housing possibilities. From oceanfront "Strand" homes to charming cottages in the tree section, Manhattan has the right home for everyone. Within Manhattan Beach is the community of Manhattan Village. Manhattan Village is truly a world of it's own and is ideal for those looking for a small community feel with quiet and safe streets. Manhattan Village is a gated community that is ideally located near shopping, golf, the beach and a shorter commute than most of the South Bay. The lush landscaping, multiple pools and proximity to the beach provides a … (0 comments)
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south bay: Great Hermosa Beach Construction Christmas Tree! - 12/15/10 10:56 PM
I just drove by a future construction site in Hermosa Beach and just had to snap a picture of this Christmas "tree". Glad to see the construction business has the holiday spirit. Happy holidays!
Keith Kyle is a licensed Realtor, short sale specialist and Top Producer with South Bay Brokers in Manhattan Beach. He serves his clients throughout the South Bay and his websites KeithKyleHomes.com, ManhattanBeachLuxuryRealEstate.com and FindYourSouthBayHome.com offer the most comprehensive real estate websites in the South Bay with free MLS access, current home listings, open houses, recent home sales information and more. Keith can be reached at 310-251-2344 … (8 comments)
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south bay: Hermosa Beach Condo Update - 12/3/10 - 12/03/10 02:18 PM
While housing prices have remained relatively strong, the condo market has taken a significant hit since the peak of the market and there are some fantastic opportunities for first time home buyers, buyers looking for rental opportunities and those deciding that it makes more sense to buy than rent in this market. Below are the current condos on the market. Of the condos currently for sale 5 are short sales and 1 is a bank owned which is far above the average for Hermosa Beach real estate.
If this is no longer up to date when reading it … (0 comments)
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south bay: Commodore in Hermosa Beach Now FHA Approved - 10/27/10 03:55 PM
The Commodore, a condominium building located at 1600 Ardmore in Hermosa Beach just received FHA approval which may make a big difference with first time home buyers. The Commodore is located at the corner of Ardmore and 16th Street and is ideally located within walking distance to downtown Hermosa, Pier Plaza, The Strand and the beach. Visit our Hermosa Beach real estate website to view all current homes and condos for sale or visit our 1600 Ardmore #313 page to view our newest listing in the Commodore.
Keith Kyle is a licensed Realtor, short sale specialist and Top Producer with … (0 comments)
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south bay: Enough June Gloom Already - Portrait of a Depressed South Bay Resident - 07/27/10 04:36 PM
As a long time Hermosa Beach resident and a realtor here in the Southern California's South Bay, one of the most attractive attributes of the area, and one I proudly promote, is the nearly perfect weather. How could anyone not want to live here? It doesn't get too hot, it doesn't get too cold, and the sun is always out....until this year. Just as summer is approaching, when the ocean and air are both heating up, we get a month or so of fog or marine layer we call June gloom. Based on the name it occurs in June and as … (1 comments)
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south bay: Prepare Yourself for the Invasion - Manhattan Beach Surf Festival Volleyball Tournament - 07/26/10 04:39 PM
I've posted many blogs about upcoming events in the South Bay and each has it's own charm and appeal but this event has to be considered one of the biggest spectacles of the year. Coming this weekend, July 31st and August 1st is the event known as the International Surf Festival. The various events include the pier to pier swim, lifeguard competitions and many others, but none draws the attention of the Charley Saikley 6 Person Volleyball Tournament. Although the city is trying to dramatically reduce the crowds (estimated at 70,000 participants and spectators in 2009) and some of the rowdy behavior, it … (0 comments)
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south bay: Fusion South Bay Market Active Once Again - June 2010 - 06/15/10 01:13 PM
The Fusion South Bay real estate market has continued to be far more active than the surrounding areas with 7 homes having sold and closed escrow since mid April. Of the 7 homes all were standard sales other than the home at 5401 W 149th Place #3 which was a short sale. Eliminating the one short sale listing the average days on market was only 27 which is well below the area average.
There is currently one 3 bedroom unit in escrow with a list price of $599,000 and was only on the market 7 days. The 3 bedroom units are … (1 comments)
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south bay: The Golden Hills of Redondo Beach - The Good and The Bad - 06/02/10 12:22 PM
As many of my clients are from out of the area or out of state, they seem to have a notion that the South Bay is simply one big city and there aren't all that many differences between Manhatgtan Beach, Hermosa Beachand Redondo Beach. The reality is that even within these cities the individual neighborhoods vary quite a bit. Due to the sheer size of the city, Redondo Beach is one of the more varied communities in the South Bay in terms of types of housing, size and age, and price.
The area just east of Hermosa and just South of … (0 comments)
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south bay: Huge Weekend for Manhattan Beach Open Houses - 02/25/10 12:52 AM
Whether you're actively looking for Manhattan Beach real estate, like to spend your weekends looking at homes, or just want to take a peek inside your neighbors home, there is a lot to choose from this weekend with over 60 homes, townhomes and condos available to see. If you're interested in Hermosa, Redondo, Torrance and other neighboring cities click to see the weekly South Bay open house list.
Keith Kyle is a licensed Realtor, short sale specialist and Top Producer with South Bay Brokers in Manhattan Beach. He serves his clients throughout the South Bay and his websites KeithKyleHomes.com and … (0 comments)
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south bay: Getting Lucky and Loving Every Minute of It.... - 11/21/09 01:12 AM
One thing I've written about in the past is how much I like the fact that every different kind of personality can not only survive in this business...but thrive. The reason that so many various personality types can make it in this business is that ultimately it's a people business. Clients are as varied as agents with some experiences certainly better than others.
And lately I've just been plain lucky. For whatever reason every client I've worked with lately has been great and as I've seemed to tell most of them lately...it's a real bonus when you like the person or … (0 comments)
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south bay: Manhattan Village Real Estate Update - November 2009 - 11/21/09 12:38 AM
Well things seem to have slowed a bit in Manahattan Villagewith only one home currently in escrow and 8 homes currently active and for sale with an average days on market of 70 days. Of the 8 active listings the lowest priced home is bank owned (REO) and listed at $775,000 with the highest priced home at $2,249,000 and the average being $1,164,000. In addition to the one bank owned home at 12 Monterey Ct, there is an additional short sale at 42 Dover Pl with the other homes being standard sales. 3 of the homes are Manhattan Village court homes, … (0 comments)
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south bay: Hope to hear from you soon....tales of a million dollar FSBO - 08/30/09 04:16 PM
I just received an email this morning from a potential client that had contacted me earlier in the year about the value of his home and he wanted to let me know he had decided to sell it himself. He asked if I knew of any real estate companies that served only to put the home on the MLS and functioned to help FSBOs.
While I normally have a sinking feeling when I hear that a listing has gone to another company or realtor.....I just didn't have that feeling this time. Why? While I wish him the best, I'm fairly confident that I'll be hearing from them … (2 comments)
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