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A former client who keeps us informed of South Bay happenings, Jackie Balestra, recently contacted me, asking if I would be a guest on the South Bay Small Business Hour. Although I wasn't sure I could talk for an hour (which is actually much less between introductions, closers and commercials), I...
09/10/2011
Home stagers generally leave the deep cleaning to others, but we often recommend great products and use them ourselves. This is a list I have collected from many different professional stagers and even a couple of realtors (I apologize that I did not collect all the names). Disclaimer: I have not...
08/19/2011
Great remodeled 2-story home on lovely tree-lined Torrance street in a great Torrance school district.  Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, great room with negotiable home theatre system, extra bonus spaces for TV/game room & office.  Fourth bedroom with easy closet conversion.  Fenc...
07/16/2011
Home stagers generally leave the deep cleaning to others, but we often recommend great products and use them ourselves.  This is a list I have collected from many different professional stagers (I apologize that I did not collect names as well).  Is there anything here that you need?  Disclaimer:...
07/02/2011
Looking for a home with tons of character?  This unique 4-bedroom 2-bath Ranch style home on a large lot boasts 2 brick fireplaces, large family room and a country kitchen.  All bedrooms are generous in size - one can be used as an office with a separate entrance!  Enjoy the wood-covered vaulted ...
06/03/2011
Thirty years ago, Southern California buyers did not expect a home on the market to look like a hotel.  What has changed over time that has raised buyer expectations so much? While I am not an sociologist, I have a few theories.  See what you think.  1)  As our culture has become more wealthy in ...
04/29/2011
This 4500+ sq' former model home is stunning with marble & hardwood floors, built-in bookshelves, beautiful fireplaces, heated pool, remodeled kitchen and baths. MLS:  S11031160 $1,560,000 5 bedroom 4.75 baths Finished basement 3 car garage  Click on Picture for Slideshow   Welcoming entry Family...
03/11/2011
      Most Affordable 2 bdrm 2 bath condo in beautiful Hermosa Beach, CA Excellent floor plan in this 855 sq.' condo in a great complex with gorgeous pool, BBQ area, pool table and underground parking.  Price just reduced to $384,900!.  Do small updates to instantly increase your equity.  Click H...
02/14/2011
It's December 5th, and many of you have already completed your Christmas or Hanukkah decorating.  If you're like me, however, and have yet to crack a box, you might appreciate these tips on making great vignettes using garland. I give kudos to "Thrifty Decor Chick" for the tip of cutting garland ...
12/05/2010
The Palos Verdes Regional Symphony Orchestra will be performing their wonderful annual Christmas & Classical music concert this Saturday night, December 4, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. Performance will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints on Crestridge, just before Highridge. Admission...
11/30/2010
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