Do You Want to List and Sell Your Ladera Linda Home? - 02/28/11 07:57 PM
Do you want to list and sell your Ladera Linda home?  If so, I have some articles that may be of interest to you.  My blog, Palos Verdes Lifestyle, focuses on real estate happenings on the Palos Verdes Peninsula.  I include tips for sellers, market reports to keep you up to date on listings and sales in your neighborhood and I constantly strive to be the "go to" source for real estate information.
 
The pre-sale period can determine the success and speed of your sale.  It may be a huge mistake to rush to market.  Buyers expect their purchase dollars to work hard for them.  … (6 comments)

Let's Take It to the Streets - 02/28/11 11:52 AM
Yesterday I participated in holding open house at the multi-million dollar Estates at Trump National in Rancho Palos Verdes.  The three homes currently available range from $4,400,000 to $12,000,000.  Some pretty lofty prices, but the location and views are phenomenal, plus the luxury homes are filled with high-end amenities that not only meet but exceed the luxury home buyer's expectations.
 
I personally escorted ten groups through the homes--not a bad turn out for a chilly Sunday Southern California afternoon.  Here's the interesting part--most of the prospective buyers (and a few perennial lookers) were stunned when I shared this good news with them:
… (10 comments)

The Good News I Received Today - 02/27/11 11:10 PM
I'm tired of reading about bad news, not that I'm a Pollyanna with rose colored glasses, but sometimes the good news is crowded out by the more attention grabbing bad news.  I don't want to read about serial killers, I want to read about organ donors who save a life instead of taking one.  I also want to read about the personal successes of real estate professionals instead of the sky is falling doom and gloom too often featured by the media.
 
It's time to toot our own horns and drown out the sound of all the negativity surrounding … (6 comments)

Mentoring--Paying It Forward - 02/26/11 03:20 PM
I must admit back in the days before I became a real estate agent, I had mixed feelings about members of the profession.  The teaching profession, my previous career, is home to a dedicated, stable, and for the most part, responsible group intent on educating the next generation.  I was taken aback by the varying level of dedication and commitment I found in the real estate profession.  Definitely a less homogeneous group than teachers, or at least the ones I knew.
 
As a former corporate gypsy I bought and sold many homes.  I experienced firsthand, what not to do, and … (12 comments)

It's Not a Prayer, It's a Question and a Response Is in Order - 02/24/11 04:18 PM
I get pretty protective when my client's welfare is concerned, and right now I'm frustrated with lenders/banks who fail to respond to questions that deserve answers.  Come on, it's not a prayer, it's a question and a response is in order.
 


We're not talking short sale or bank-owned, this is a standard sale.  My out of state buyer needs to make arrangement with movers to transport his belongings, and a close of escrow date sometime within the next week is too vague.  His funds are in, loan documents are signed, loan is approved and now another review?  Banks … (15 comments)

Rancho Palos Verdes View Home with Pool and Pool House--Coming Soon - 02/23/11 06:08 PM
Originally scheduled to hit the market on Valentine's Day, the debut of this one-level home in Rancho Palos Verdes with pool and pool house was delayed for a few weeks while the sellers put the finishing touches on their gated mini-estate.  I always advice sellers to take their time as there are "dollars in the details" and a rush to market can cost them at the closing table.
 
As is often the case one completed project often leads to two or three more.  Once one room is painted the others often cry out for a face-lift too.  If the front … (0 comments)

Coastal Living on the Ocean Bluffs in San Pedro - 02/23/11 05:33 PM
Warmouth Street is lined with bluff front houses high above the Pacific Ocean in San Pedro, CA.  Most of the homes were built in the 1950s and 60s and enjoy some of the best views in the area.  At the end of Warmouth there is a vacant lot located one house away from the edge of the bluff.  The 9,610 square foot lot is flat and waiting for a custom coastal home to grace the landscape.  A two story home would offer incredible views and the coastal influence is always evident from the smell of the air and the sound of … (8 comments)

Surviving Your Serengeti--Honoring the Animal Within - 02/23/11 02:09 PM
Stefan Swanepoel is not the first person to call me an animal.  I've been likened to both wild and domestic animals several times in my life.  In my youth I was called coltish due to the long legs and arms of adolescence. My greenish eyes and habit of stretching several times throughout the day always reminded my college roommate of a lion. More than likely there were some less flattering references--stubborn as a mule comes to mind...but a crocodile?  That's a first.  I must admit I've never admired the feared crocodile/alligator species, but I do have the utmost respect for their tenacity and fierce will … (12 comments)

The Long and Twisted Road to Closing a New Construction Condo - 02/22/11 07:28 PM
Yippee, loan documents arrived and were signed today!  My buyer's offer was submitted in October and maybe, just maybe we will close before March begins.  Thanks heavens for a client willing to bounce back after each delay.  We nearly fell out of escrow several times, but each time we recovered and continued on the climb to the closing summit.
 
The appraisal was delayed because the condo was not finished due to the developer running out of hardwood flooring.  Yep, we lost three weeks waiting for new floors and appliances to be installed.  Next, the first lender (yes, more than one … (4 comments)

California Land on the Colorado River--93 Acres--$3,250,000 - 02/22/11 06:21 PM
California land on the Colorado River --93 acres--$3,250,000!  Located in San Bernadino County, California.  This unique property offers river front, beach front and a private cove frontage plus a small island. Offering breathtaking views of the Colorado River with numerous boating and recreational opportunities--it is a boater's paradise.
 
The property consists of three separate parcels and the owners will consider selling them separately.  These parcels would be an ideal location for a full service campground, mobile home park, marina, private riverfront and river view estates, or any number of development opportunities.  The beauty of this unspoiled riverfront location combined with … (4 comments)

South Redondo Beach Home Sales - January 2011 - Toering and Team - 02/21/11 07:48 PM
Home sales information for the southern sections of Redondo Beach, California during January 2011.
Homes for sale: 29 Homes are currently for sale priced from $467,000 to $3,900,000.
Pending sales: 15 Homes are in escrow priced from $429,000 to $1,249,000.
January home sales: 5 Homes sold in Jan 2011 in South Redondo:
423 N Prospect Ave $644,900 4/2 1962 | sq.ft. 1,760 lot 4,920 1308 S Helberta Ave $635,000 3/2 1953 | sq.ft. 1,552 lot 6,810 768 Avenue B $1,099,000 4/3 1948 sq.ft. 2,385 lot 6,085 312 Avenue F $1,328,500 4/3 1947 | sq.ft. 3,435 lot 6,960 623 S Gertruda … (2 comments)

Redondo Beach Esplanade--Luxury Living at the Beach - 02/21/11 07:43 PM
I've been spending more time in Redondo Beach.  It has always been one of my favorite place to eat and shop, but since I have two Redondo Beach properties currently in escrow I am spending more time in this city by the beach.  Both the Redondo Beach condo and the Hollywood Riviera propertyare set to close escrow within the next two weeks.  I have an out of state buyer interested in the Beach Cities (Manhattan, Hermosa and Redondo) so I'm deepening my knowledge of the Beach Cities luxury market.
 
There's lots of luxury living happening in the Beach Cities and Redondo … (2 comments)

Speechless Sunday--Reflections Behind the Window Box in Bath, England - 02/20/11 10:00 PM

Norma Toering & Team RE/MAX Palos Verdes Realty(310) 493-8333 / Office Phone: (310) 831-0800
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South Bay Los Angeles cities I sell real estate, property, houses and homes in: Palos Verdes Estates, Rolling Hills, Rolling Hills Estates, Rancho Palos Verdes, San Pedro, Long Beach, Torrance, Lomita, Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach and Manhattan Beach. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Norma Toering's Mira Catalina Home Sales Report Jan 2011 Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 - 02/20/11 06:58 PM
Mira Catalina neighborhood real estate and home sales report for the city of Rancho Palos Verdes, CA in January 2011.
Homes for sale: 4 Homes are listed for sale in Mira Catalina priced from $949,000 to $2,498,000.
Pending sales: 4 Houses are in escrow priced from $750,000 to $1,495,000.
January sales: One home sold in Jan 2011 in MiraCat:
30326 Ganado Dr $879,000 4/2 1964 | sq.ft. 1,889 lot 9,590
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Norma Toering's Palos Verdes Drive East Home Sales Report - Jan 2011 - Rancho Palos Verdes, CA - 02/20/11 06:21 PM
PV Drive East neighborhood real estate and home sales report for the city of Rancho Palos Verdes, CA in January 2011.
Homes for sale: 19 Homes are listed for sale in the PVDE area priced from $725,000 to $6,995,000.
Pending sales: 6 Homes are in escrow priced from $900,000 to $1,750,000.
January sales: 4 Houses sold in Jan 2011:
2017 Suana Drive $735,000 3/2 1958 | sq.ft. 2,043 lot 10,470 Toering and Team Sale 2541 Sunnyside Ridge Rd $963,000 3/4 1966 | sq.ft. 3,406 lot 23,958 29068 Clevis Road $995,000 3/3 1956 | sq.ft. 1,977 lot 35,280 29663 Grandpoint Ln $1,275,000 … (0 comments)

Norma Toering's Rolling Hills Home Sales Report January 2011 Rolling Hills CA 90274 - REMAX Palos Verdes - 02/20/11 06:08 PM
Rolling Hills neighborhood real estate and home sales report for the city of Rolling Hills, CA in January 2011.
Homes for sale: 18 Homes are currently for sale priced from $1,299,900 to $6,999,000.
Pending sales: 4 Houses are in escrow in RH priced from $1,675,000 to $6,980,000.
January sales: One home sold in Jan 2011:
12 Johns Canyon Rd RH $3,050,000 6/6 1977 | sq.ft. 6,530 lot 87,120
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Norma Toering's Palos Verdes Drive North Real Estate Report Jan 2011 Rolling Hills Estates - 02/20/11 05:57 PM
PV Drive North neighborhood real estate and home sales report for the city of Rolling Hills Estates and the unincorporated Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA in January 2011.
Homes for sale: 16 Homes are listed for sale in the PVDN area priced from $1,093,000 to $2,295,000.
Pending sales: 8 Properties are in escrow priced from $819,000 to $1,499,000.
January sales: 2 Homes sold in Jan 2011:
24 Palos Verdes Ln RHE Sold: $868,500 3/2 1954 | sq.ft. 1,694 lot 17,050 20 Palos Verdes Lane RHE Sold: $995,000 3/3 | sq.ft. 2,252 lot 16,030
Norma Toering & Team RE/MAX Palos Verdes Realty(310) … (0 comments)

Palos Verdes Foreclosures--February 2011 - 02/17/11 05:32 PM
If you're looking for a foreclosure in Palos Verdes I have some bad news for you--they are in short supply.  As of today there are 267 properties listed for sale on the Palos Verdes Peninsula and only seven (7) are bank owned units.  Here is the breakdown:
Single Family Homes:  3 Bank owned homes are for sale.  Two are located in Rancho Palos Verdes and one in Palos Verdes Estates.
Townhouses:  1 Townhouse in Rancho Palos Verdes is bank owned.
Condos:  3 Bank owned condos located in Rancho Palos Verdes are active listings.
 
With less than 3% of our current … (2 comments)

Harbingers of Spring--Flowers, Birds and Buyers too - 02/17/11 02:38 PM
I grew up in "cold country" USA.  Often called the heartland, but the frozen tundra is cold and barren.   The snow was lovely for the holidays, but it always stayed too long for me.  I watched for signs of warmth; the first robin, a daffodil peeking through icy patches of snow and the steady dripping of icicles along with the trickle of melting snow. All signs spring was on the way.
Spring in California is more subtle.  The changes are more difficult to detect, but the nesting urge returns and just as sure as birds scan the landscape looking for twigs, strings and … (5 comments)

Put Your Toothbrush Away--Microbes, Bacteria and Viruses, Oh My! - 02/17/11 12:05 PM
The toilet seat and lid debate rages on--up, down or doesn't matter.  I left a comment this morning on The Tip Jar: Zip Up and Toilet Seat Down by Christopher and Stephanie Somers.  The seat issue has long been an issue of contention with males and females, and each household and relationship must develop a set of rules to keep peace in the family.
I like the lid down after use, so obviously the seat is always down.  My reason?  I read years ago a fine mist billows into the surrounding area when a toilet is flushed with lid up.  This delightful aerosol mist … (16 comments)

A Horse on My Lap - 02/15/11 07:26 PM
Rain rolled back into California today.  A light mist was falling when we entered Rolling Hills to see two new listings today.  The first stop was a 5,182 sq. ft. home with guest house, pool and sports court listed for $4,900,000.  The rain stopped and gave us just enough time to tour the grounds and return to the car before a heavy fog rolled in followed by a steady mist.
 
As we progressed around blind curves the fog thickened and visibility was decreasing by the moment.  Coastal fog is like that--clear one minute, thick as pea soup the next. 
 
… (4 comments)

Palos Verdes--Housing Happenings Around "The Hill" - 02/14/11 06:56 PM
Residents often refer to the Palos Verdes Peninsula as "The Hill" when referencing where they live.  We are surrounded by the flat-lands of San Pedro, Torrance, the Beach Cites, and of course, the Pacific Ocean.  "The Hill" is considered a desirable view from Long Beach to Manhattan Beach with its twinkling lights reaching high into the night time sky.
 
 
There are under 200 single family homes for sale on the Palos Verdes Peninsula as I write this.  Palos Verdes Estates has four homes priced under $1,000,000 with the other 58 falling somewhere between $1M and the high price of just … (4 comments)

Speechless Sundays--A Turret or Two - 02/13/11 08:11 PM

Norma Toering & Team RE/MAX Palos Verdes Realty(310) 493-8333 / Office Phone: (310) 831-0800
PalosVerdesLifestyle - Nominated by Relocation.com as one of the top ten Los Angeles area real estate blogs. Ranked by Technorati in the top 1% of all blogs. As seen in the Daily Breeze newspaper.
South Bay Los Angeles cities I sell real estate, property, houses and homes in: Palos Verdes Estates, Rolling Hills, Rolling Hills Estates, Rancho Palos Verdes, San Pedro, Long Beach, Torrance, Lomita, Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach and Manhattan Beach. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Norma Toering's Valmonte Home Sales Report January 2011 Palos Verdes Estates, CA - 02/13/11 07:01 PM
Valmonte neighborhood real estate and home sales report for the city of Palos Verdes Estates, CA in January 2011.
Homes for sale: 5 Houses are available for sale in Valmonte priced from $829,000 to $1,799,000.
Pending sales: 10 Homes are in escrow priced from $779,000 to $1,759,000.
January sales: 2 Homes sold in Jan 2011:
Palos Verdes Dr $838,120 Via La Selva $1,450,000
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Norma Toering's Malaga Cove Home Sales Report Jan. 2011 Palos Verdes Estates, CA - 02/13/11 06:52 PM
Malaga Cove neighborhood real estate and home sales report for the city of Palos Verdes Estates, CA in January 2011.
Homes for sale: 10 Homes are listed for sale priced from $1,650,000 to $4,499,000.
Pending sales: 4 Houses are in escrow in Malaga Cove priced from $1,499,000 to $2,999,000.
January sales: 4 Homes sold in Jan 2011:
Palos Verdes Dr $950,000 Via Pinale $1,100,000 Via Montemar $1,620,000 Via Montemar $2,156,000
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Norma Toering's Monte Malaga Home Sales Report - Jan 2011 Palos Verdes Estates, CA - 02/13/11 06:38 PM
Monte Malaga neighborhood real estate and home sales report for the city of Palos Verdes Estates, CA in January 2011.
Homes for sale: 17 Houses are listed for sale priced from $1,129,000 to $5,200,000.
Pending sales: 6 Homes are in escrow in the Monte Malaga area priced from $2,595,000 to $10,999,000.
January sales: 2 Homes sold in Jan 2011:
Via Nogales $1,410,000 Via Cerritos $3,475,000
Norma Toering & Team RE/MAX Palos Verdes Realty(310) 493-8333 / Office Phone: (310) 831-0800
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Norma Toering's Lunada Bay Home Sales Report Jan. 2011 Palos Verdes Estates 90274 - 02/13/11 06:29 PM
Lunada Bay neighborhood real estate and home sales report for the city of Palos Verdes Estates, CA in January 2011.
Homes for sale: 27 Homes are listed for sale in Lunada Bay priced from $949,000 to $1,749,000.
Pending sales: 15 Houses are in escrow priced from $639,900 to $3,995,000.
January sales: 5 Homes sold in Jan 2011:
Via Zumaya $1,100,000 Paseo Del Mar $1,600,000 Via Castilla $1,665,000 Addison Rd $1,850,000 Paseo del Mar $3,350,000  

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Bliss Is a Balancing Act--Keeping All Plates Spinning Is an Art - 02/13/11 01:05 PM
I once dated a man who dined in the most methodical manner.  He never drank any liquid with his meal. (Is it really dinner without a glass of red wine?)  He finished every bite of his salad or soup before accepting his entree.  He worked his way around the entree by eating all of one food before sampling the next.  He was not a fan of casseroles, stews or any dish containing several foods.  Bread?  Absolutely taboo.  Dessert?  Are you kidding, he had not tasted sugar since 1970 something. 
 
Me, I like life served up in a big Crockpot simmering with a … (4 comments)

Take Your Time and Do It Right--There Are Dollars in the Details - 02/11/11 05:55 PM
Two sellers-to-be are in the process of preparing for their big day.  The listing date is circled on the calendar and work is underway in preparation for their close-up moment--the parade of real estate agents and prospective buyers who will soon be deciding whether to show or buy their house.  No pressure here.  We want your house to appear as cool, calm and collected as a bride on her wedding day even though she spent a year planning and orchestrating the event.  Good things take time.
 
 
My advice is do not rush to market, take your time and do … (14 comments)

Palos Verdes--Sunsets - 02/10/11 02:24 PM
The Palos Verdes Peninsula is home to many "show off" sunsets, and once in awhile I can't resist snapping a photo of one more gorgeous evening display in the sky.  It's great to live in a place where you always feel you are on vacation.  A drive around the Palos Verdes Peninsula will include sights of the Los Angeles Harbor, Catalina Island, whitewater coastlines, lighthouses and beaches. You may even see a horse or two and I know there is at least one llama living in the area.
 
Since I'm a sucker for a lovely sunset I'll share a few with you.  If … (14 comments)

Rolling Hills--Coastal and Country Living - 02/09/11 05:44 PM
Later this afternoon I am showing property in Rolling Hills, the gated city at the top of the Palos Verdes Peninsula.  Rolling Hills is home to some of the finest equestrian estates in Southern California, and the area is also graced with spectacular views and miles of riding trails.  The equestrian lifestyle does not get much better than the one lived by the residents of Rolling Hills.
 
Of course you do not have to own a horse to live in Rolling Hills.  Many of the stables are empty, but the residents still prize the country setting, the privacy and the … (2 comments)

We Had to Scale a Wall to Show You This House - 02/08/11 07:26 PM
I'm tenacious and will do my best to make sure my clients see a property even if there are obstacles in the showing path.  Yesterday, due to the failure of a security gate, we were not able to gain access to a gated property.  By the time we discovered the gate was inoperable it was too late to call and cancel the appointment.  A quick glance at my iPhone told me our clients were already in the vicinity after a 45 minute drive to see this property.
 
The home is located on a steep hillside, but I spotted a wall I was fairly … (28 comments)

It May Not Be Spring, But the Housing Market is Heating Up in Palos Verdes - 02/08/11 10:18 AM
Interest in Palos Verdes properties is picking up.  Last week Norma Toering & Team opened escrow on a Redondo Beach property.  Next week we will close escrow on a Redondo Beach condo.  The weekend found us busy showing Palos Verdes and Torrance properties.  Today there was a mad dash to Long Beach to drop off keys to an upcoming listing and then off to show a view home in Rancho Palos Verdes.  We have the South Bay area of Southern California covered!
 
Two new listings should be ready to hit the market in late February or early March.  One buyer is … (8 comments)

Desperately Seeking Comfortable Hunting Shoes - 02/07/11 08:59 AM
I spent most of the daylight hours of the past weekend house hunting with three different clients.  We traipsed up long driveways, up stairs and back down again, we took our shoes off and put them back on time after time.  I learned the hard way, back in my rookie days, to forget about foot fashion when shopping for a home.  Leave the stilettos on the shelf and slip into a comfortable pair of flats or loafers.  Think slip on, slip off.
 
Whether you're a bike riding aficionado with heavy duty boots or a hip guy with high-tops. this is … (8 comments)

Speechless Sunday--Ireland's Ring of Kerry--Too Lovely for Words - 02/06/11 06:37 PM
 
 Ring of Kerry in lovely Ireland!  2010
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South Bay Los Angeles cities I sell real estate, property, houses and homes in: Palos Verdes Estates, Rolling Hills, Rolling Hills Estates, Rancho Palos Verdes, San Pedro, Long Beach, Torrance, Lomita, Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach and Manhattan Beach. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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It Only Cost Me a Quarter, But It Saved Him a Bundle--Pay It Forward - 02/06/11 06:15 PM
Last week I was in Long Beach to view a downtown condo I will be listing later this month.  Parking is always at a premium and we felt ever so lucky to pull up directly in front of the building and glide into a vacant parking space.  Ahh, nice stroke of luck. 
 
 
While I was waiting for my business partner to open a lockbox (yes, we were there to see current comps too) I noticed the occupied parking meter in front of my car was expired.  I quickly dropped a quarter in the meter slot, and hurried inside.  … (12 comments)

Will I Feel Naked Without a Piece of Paper in My Hand? Paper-less Challenge - 02/04/11 06:26 PM
Okay, I get it.  Paper is becoming passe and so very un-green.  I am a tree hugger (I had several favorite trees as a child and still am awe struck by the gnarled beauty of a Live Oak, and a Jacaranda in full bloom makes me reach for my camera every time).  Logging is destroying the rain forests and the pollution from paper mills is something we could live better without.
 
Is it time to lose the piece of paper in my hand while showing property and tap the iPad screen instead?  Tomorrow, I will show twelve properties and I paused … (17 comments)

Norma Toering's Eastview Home Sales Report Dec. 2010 Rancho Palos Verdes, CA - 02/04/11 06:02 PM
Eastview neighborhood real estate and home sales report for the city of Rancho Palos Verdes, CA in December 2010.
Homes for sale: 12 Homes are listed for sale in Eastview priced from $675,000 to $1,495,000.
Pending sales: 9 Houses are in escrow priced from $598,750 to $839,000.
December sales: No homes closed escrow in Eastview during Dec. 2010.

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Norma Toering's Silver Spur Home Sales Report Dec. 2010 Rolling Hills Estates & Rancho Palos Verdes, CA - 02/04/11 05:51 PM
Silver Spur neighborhood real estate and home sales report for the city of Rancho Palos Verdes and Rolling Hills Estates, CA in December 2010.
Homes for sale: 6 Homes are listed for sale in the Silver Spur area priced from $750,000 to $1,500,000.
Pending sales: 5 Houses are in escrow priced from $700,000 to $895,000.
December sales: 3 Homes sold in Dec. 2010 in the Silver Spur area:
 


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Norma Toering's Peninsula Center Home Sales Report - Dec. 2010 - Rolling Hills Estates & RPV, CA - 02/04/11 05:14 PM
Peninsula Center neighborhood real estate and home sales report for the city of Rancho Palos Verdes and Rolling Hills Estates, CA in December 2010.
Homes for sale: One home is for sale in Pen Center priced at $899,000.
Pending sales: 3 Properties are in escrow priced from $849,800 to $1,065,000.
December sales: 2 Homes sold in Dec. 2010:
 
 

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Norma Toering's Crest Home Sales Report - Dec. 2010 - Rancho Palos Verdes, CA - 02/04/11 05:00 PM
Crest neighborhood real estate and home sales report for the city of Rancho Palos Verdes, CA in December 2010.
Homes for sale: 4 Homes are listed for sale in the Crest Road area priced from $1,079,000 to $1,239,000.
Pending sales: 3 Houses are in escrow priced from $789,000 to $1,295,000.
December sales: No homes sold in Dec. 2010 in the Crest neighborhood.

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Pitch Horseshoes, Not Consumers - 02/04/11 11:35 AM
I've grown quite weary of the often made comparison of real estate agents to used car salesmen.  First, I think all work is honorable and I'm sure used car salesmen are equally tired of the fast talking, hard selling public image suit they wear.  I still cringe when I hear agents say they are practicing scripts I consider on par with an old school used car salesman spiel.
 
Maybe I'm wrong, but I've always thought if you know your business you will win customers and influence clients with your expertise, experience and excellent solutions to their real estate needs.  I may … (8 comments)

Norma Toering Inducted into REMAX Hall of Fame - 02/02/11 04:23 PM
 
Dear Norma,
The officers of RE/MAX, LLC would like to extend our sincere congratulations on your induction into one of our most prestigious clubs: the RE/MAX Hall of Fame.
Your consistent productivity, year after year, has propelled you into an elite group of real estate professionals--the best of the best.
We look forward to many more years of your continued success.  You are a vitial part of the RE/MAX family and we couldn't be happier for you.
Sincerely,
Margaret Kelly, CEO
RE/MAX, LLC

 
 
 
If you're thinking of selling or buying on the Palos Verdes Peninsula or … (11 comments)

Norma Toering & Team Opened Another Escrow Yesterday - 02/02/11 11:37 AM
The Client:  Young couple getting married in June.
 
The Property: Three bedroom, two bath one-level in the Hollywood Riviera neighborhood of Redondo Beach listed at $849,000.
 
The Story:  After searching for the right house (they already found the right person) for nearly a year, they decided to reach for the stars and make their best offer on a house located in their number one choice neighborhood.  They looked so good on paper, we submitted proof of down and preapproval letter with the offer, and waited for a response.  We received a counter, and countered back.  Then the good news--let's open escrow message came in … (5 comments)

 
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