I don't know what's going on in other parts of the country (I'd love to hear from fellow Realtors elsewhere in the nation), but here in the Long Beach, California area, the market is HOT! After a very sluggish November and December, we're seeing buyers and sellers re-activate. I've gotten calls a...

01/21/2011

Just Listed!

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JUST LISTED!! We just listed this cozy home in Long Beach at 2702 E. 11th Street for just $199,000. This is a charming home, conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, and schools (including Cal State Long Beach). The living room features wood flooring and opens to an eating area just off ...

01/21/2011

New Fourplex Listing in Rose Park!

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JUST LISTED! We just listed this great multi-unit property in the heart of the Rose Park Historic District of Long Beach. This is a wonderful opportunity either for an owner-occupant or investor! This 4 unit property includes a 3 bedroom/1 bath front house and three 1 bedroom rental units, along ...

01/21/2011

805 Linden Avenue, Long Beach -- New Crafstman Listing

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JUST LISTED! This once-stately, spacious two-story Craftsman home is waiting for a new buyer to restore it to its former glory. Built in 1910, this home features original hardwood floors, beautiful oak moldings, box beam ceilings in the dining room, and stunning built-in cabinetry and window seat...

01/18/2011

Just Listed - 310 Grand Avenue, Long Beach, CA

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JUST LISTED! OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULED for Saturday, Jan. 8th, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. This charming 3 bedroom Spanish bungalow in the heart of Belmont Heights features hardwood floors, spacious rooms, vintage detailing and a lovely back yard retreat. Period light fixtures and tray ceilings accent the spaci...

01/06/2011

Real Estate Market Update for Long Beach, Lakewood and Signal Hill

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Despite low prices and bargain-basement interest rates, the recovery of the real estate market has been slow and somewhat spotty. Foreclosures throughout the state and in our local area remain high and many homeowners are upside down in their homes, owing more on their mortgages than their proper...

01/04/2011

SHORT SALES: Deficiency judgments & tax consequences

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Frequently when we're assisting sellers with short sales in Long Beach and surrounding communities, we are asked about tax consequences and deficiency judgments. While I'm not an attorney or a tax consultant, here are a few things for sellers to keep in mind. What exactly is a deficiency judgment...

01/04/2011