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Hybrid Termites Are on the Rise—Could Long Beach Be Next?
Termites are already a concern in Southern California and Long Beach, but the potential arrival of hybrid termites raises the stakes.
Preparing to Move: Why Pre-Listing Inspections in Laguna Beach Should Be Step One
When preparing to sell your home, a pre-listing inspection should be one of your first steps. Especially in California’s competitive real estate market, including sought-after areas like Laguna Beach—this proactive approach can uncover issues before buyers do, boost buyer confidence, and help your home stand out from the crowd.
From Kitchen Tables to Custom Built-Ins
Homeowners are investing in renovations for built-in desks, cabinetry, soundproofing, and even dual workstations for homes with multiple remote work stations.
How to Read a Home Inspection Report Like a Pro
A home inspection in Newport Beach is one of the most important steps in the home buying process. It gives you a professional evaluation of the property…
Yikes, I’ve Been Yelped! What Recourse Do I Have?
For a real estate professional, minimizing, much less avoiding or resolving, the potential fallout from a negative Yelp review has never been easy. Unlike a restaurant or a service provider (e.g., cleaners) who can communicate with their customer to apologize, explain, and/or offer another meal, gift certificate, or a re-do on any service, the typical…
What Is My Exit Strategy? Why A Seller Should Evaluate This Issue Before Listing And Selling A Property
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) settlement of the class-action litigation regarding, among other things, offers of compensation through the MLS may cause sellers to evaluate a number of issues.
Smart Home Plumbing: Top Tech Hacks to Save Money and Water
Whether you’re looking for smart solutions for everyday use or seeking plumbing repair, these innovations can save money, conserve water, and reduce their environmental footprint.
PRDS Introduces Its Broker Compensation Advisory
by David Hamerslough This month, PRDS is introducing its Broker Compensation Advisory (“BCA”). C.A.R. is also introducing a broker compensation advisory this month. Both organizations are in the process of creating additional forms or revising existing forms to address the impact of the practice changes required by the settlement that N.A.R. reached in the class-action…
Six Essential Steps to Prepare for a Move
Moving to a new home marks an exciting chapter in life, but it can also be daunting. With preparation and organization, you can streamline the moving process
