Park City's Canyons Ski Resort has opened a new kosher restaurant, Bistro At Canyons, in the Lobby of Silverado Lodge in Park City, Utah. The only kosher restaurant in Park City and the first restaurant open all winter season at any ski resort, it is walking distance from all lodging properties at Canyons.  The menu is mainly American cuisine, serving dinner throughout the week, with options for fixed price Shabbat meals as well. Breakfast meals can be ordered in “to-go” boxes and fresh gourmet boxed lunches will we made available daily at the resort’s ski village, Cloud Dine and Red Pine Lodge. Canyons also offers a “kosher reservations specialist” to assist in planning your entire trip.  For additional information visit http://www.canyonsresort.com 03/04/2012

According to a survey conducted by Fannie Mae in January, 71% of 1,000 people polled believe that now is an excellent time to buy a home.  Thirty percent of respondents also reported that they believe the U.S. economy is heading in the right direction, compared to only 22% when surveyed in December.    Sales of existing homes are also expected to rise between 2-5% in the coming year.  Bel Air has reported a 14.3% price increase from 2010 to 2011, while West Hollywood and Beverly Hills have also reported prices up from the previous year. Home sales in Los Angeles County have risen 0.8% in December compared to sales at the same time last year which decreased by 7.6%.  In the luxury market, 2011 closed out with sales of $5 million plus homes down slightly from 2010 but up from 2008-2009. S... 02/20/2012

The Beverly Hills City Sign (Logo) photographed on a Cold Winter Afternoon! The Beverly Hills City Sign (Logo) photographed on a Cold Winter Afternoon! If anyone ever did studies of which City Sign is the most photographed, they probably would discover that it is the Beverly Hills sign. I have lived in quite a few large cities such as Boston, MA and I have never see so many tourist take pictures of the City Sign as they do of the Beverly Hills Sign. There are visitors who fall in love with Beverly Hills and soon after their first visit, they come back and end up buying a luxury home in Beverly Hills. Then again it might have started with falling in love with the temperate climate or maybe this Iconic Sign brings them back. Then again others just take a picture of the sign and take it ho... 02/19/2012

Rich Kids Surf Day was an awesome way to kick off Living Richly with Rich Kids!!!! We had about 7 people turn up (not everyone wanted to be photographed in their suits, lol), caught some waves, and had a amazing time. Surfing in mid February…this is what living in LA is all about!!! Life can be so hectic, that it is completely reinvigorating to get out there and just enjoy the SoCal lifestyle. There is a perception amongst people who have never been to LA that life here is all about the sex, the parties, beautiful homes, hanging at the beach – having it all. You know what? They are absolutely right Those Rich Kids freezing your buns off…come check out SoCal. I don’t know one other city where dreams come true every day and you have the ability to create a life beyond your wildest imagina... 02/18/2012

Bangkok or Beverly Hills Real Estate? Where to start in a foreign market: Those of us who are lucky enough to travel and experience new people, places and things often find ourselves wondering if investing in another country is a wise decision, and if so where.  We find ourselves thinking of numerous questions we want to ask someone, yet don't quite know who to ask or how to find them.  Whether you are considering investing in an up and coming market (Bangkok) and/or a well established market (Beverly Hills), I have one tip that will get the ball rolling on your real estate research.  Start at the Four Seasons, Peninsula, Montage or any other International 5 star resort! No need to book a room right away.  This tip is based on simple real estate basics, location, location, location and ... 02/15/2012

BEVERLY HILLS REAL ESTATE THIS WEEK OF FEBRUARY 10, 2012 The median list price in BEVERLY HILLS, CA this week is $2,992,000. The 230 properties have been on the market for an average of 217 days. SUPPLY AND DEMAND The market has shown some evidence of slowing recently. Both prices and inventory levels are relatively unchanged in recent weeks. Watch the Market Action Index for changes as it can be a leading indicator for price changes. --------------------------------------------------------------------- BEVERLY HILLS REAL ESTATE AGENT, REALTOR(R), LAUREN SELINSKY WILL ASSIST YOU IN QUESTIONS ON LISTINGS AND BUYING IN BEVERLY HILLS. CALL 888-908-7770 X2305 CA COASTAL ESTATES - BEVERLY HILLS | 9701 WILSHIRE BLVD STE.450 | BEVERLY HILLS CA 90210 | A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION 02/13/2012

How is the Beverly Hills Housing market doing so far this year?  Let’s take a look. Beverly Hills single family homes under $1 million Not surprisingly.  There are none. Beverly Hills condos under $1 million Sold:  7 / +1 over same period last yearMedian price:  $645,000/  -3.0%  over same period last yearActive listings:  25Absorption rate*:  5.56 months     Beverly Hills single family homes $1 to $2 Million Sold:  0 /  -1 over same periodActive listings:  11Absorption rate*:  3.47 months     Beverly Hills condos $1 to $2 Million Sold:  2/ +2 over same period last yearMedian price:  $1,090,000Active listings:  19Absorption rate*:   10.38 months     Beverly Hills single family homes $2 to $5 Million Sold:  1/ -5 over same period last yearPrice:  $4,600,000/ Median price last year – $2,6... 02/12/2012

Find your Valentine this Sunday, February 12, 2012.  All 6 LA City Animal Shelters will be celebrating My Furry Valentine with discounted adoption fees. Thanks to Pets 90210 for sponsoring My Furry Valentine! Please share and adopt!         If you are a consumer who is considering buying or selling a home, investment real estate, vacation homes, or beach properties in Southern California, Los Angeles, Century City, Westwood, West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Culver City, Marina Del Rey, Venice or Malibu. Feel Free to give me a call at 310.486.1002or emails me at homes@endrebarath.com or visit one of my websites at http://www.endrebarath.comYour Pet Friendly Realtor. I contribute a portion of my commission to Local Animal Rescue Organizations.       02/09/2012

Happy belated 2012! It’s been a while since I have hit the sheets (of paper that is) and posted new entries. After a well earned Christmas in London and an awesome New Years in Berlin, we are all back in full force. Although in truth, we never stopped. Paperwork on Christmas, signatures New Years Eve...a Turbo Rich Kid Agent is there for you and ready to go...any time, any place, any country. This week, Rich Kids has a new sale closing in the prime Hollywood Hills off Queens Road with some of the most amazing panoramic views you have ever seen. Also on tap is a short sale condo that received 6 offers within the first day it was open to be shown accepted well above list, and a killer lease in a West Hollywood architectural gem that you would sell your mother for! All that and some insigh... 01/25/2012

Beverly Hills boasts some of the most premier exclusive properties on the market in Los Angeles, California.  View Current Beverly Hills Exclusive Premier Real Estate Listings and Properties for Sale here: Thinking of Selling your Beverly Hills Home or Property? Find out what it is currently worth here, just enter your address and information to get your current property value now, Click Here                                                                         CALL ME TODAY! (310)923-2334   HEATHER PAUL "Your Local Beverly Hills Real Estate Expert" (310)586-0364 OR (310)923-2334 www.HeatherPaulOnline.com    01/20/2012

Another year as flown by and it is time to review the 2011 Beverly Hills real estate market. I have split the 2011 Beverly Hills real estate market report into four section, single family by price breakdown and condos.  I have also shown relevant percentage comparisons with the 2010 statistics. What is Market Absorption? Market absorption trends show the rate that properties are selling compared with inventory which enables us to see if it is a sellers’ or buyers’ market. 6 months worth of inventory is a balanced market.  Under 6 months is a sellers’ market, and anything over 6 months is a buyers’ market. So let’s take a look: Sales of homes under $2M in Beverly Hills are starting to slow down and edge into a buyers’market although the number of sales over the last three months of this ... 12/31/2011

BANK OWNED FORECLOSURE -- REO 2 BEDROOMS / 2 BATHS / 2229 SQ FT HUGE BEVELY HILLS CONDO FOR $283 PER SQ FT ALREADY REDUCED 25000 MAYBE ANOTHER 25000? LIST PRICE $631,600 As with all distressed properties, short sales and bank owned foreclosures, the listing are very volatile and change on a daily basis. If you are interested please contact me a.s.a.p. at 310.505.5571 GREAT PRICE REDUCTION!!! Location, location! Close to Beverly Center, Melrose and more. Very large, first floor unit, with oversized master bedroom, and spacious living room, dining area. Still there is more, breakfast area in kitchen, 2 walk-in closets and more closet space in master, granite counters in kitchen, and long balcony with 2 areas for sitting. Laundry is inside unit.   Bank Owned Foreclosures - REO / Lender Own... 12/27/2011

There are benefits of a Listing Agent being present at a showing! I have written about this subject a few years ago which has generated a spirited debate. Today after I read  a Blog Post  denigrating the benefits or the author’s lack of understanding the benefits, instead of just getting into a back and forth with the author, I chose to write a post highlighting  the benefits. First and foremost the listing agent represents the seller. Part of representing the seller, the listing agent’s responsibility is to negotiate for the seller the most money and the best terms. As some of you know that often times buyers end up buying no matter at what price point based on “emotions”. They walk into the home and start sending out “buying” signals, thru their verbiage and subconscious activities, b... 12/24/2011

The Beverly Hills Real Estate blog Thursday 12-22-11www.patandmelody.com Please e-mail us at:  mrpk1@pacbell.net  should you need immediate assistance.Welcome to the written blog and check out our daily video joke and blog which is posted around noon time here or on Facebook.  http://youtu.be/78XSgXFVhfU Thursday – Windy with sunshine. High 64F. Winds NE at 20 to 30 mph with stronger winds in and below canyons and passes.  4days and counting!Here are this week's new articles on California real estate: Better lender bureau will accept your mortgage grievance Home loan borrowers may now submit a mortgage complaint online with...Cast a VoteWho do you think should be responsible for receiving and resolving mortgage complaints from home loan borrowers? Federal Housing Administration bailout... 12/22/2011

What is a “Timeless Question in Real Estate”? “Is this a good time to buy?” If you have been a Realtor one year or a hundred years like me. The reoccurring question comes up from “First Time Buyers”: Is this a good time to buy? Normally the “Used car salesmen mentality” kicks in to too many Real Estate Sales Associates, “It is always a good time to buy” answer. Now to the Professionals i.e.: Realtors real research goes in to the answer.  Questions get bombarded to the potential client: Why do you want to buy? What do you want to accomplish? What is your short term objective? What is your long term objective? What are you paying for rent now? How much are you comfortable paying per month? What is your dream home? The questions go fast and furious. How is your credit? How much do you have... 12/17/2011

Every year, world-renowned Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills puts on its best show for holiday season.  In 2004 they decorated with $1 million worth of Baccarat crystal chandeliers.  This year, together with Harrods in London and  Takashimaya stores in Tokyon and Singapore, Swarovsky holds sway with Sparkle 90210. Swarovsky Elements have installed Swarovsky crystals along the median of Rodeo Drive featuring a helix-shaped sculpture with embedded LED lights which scrolls people’s holiday messages ticker-tape style.  If you wish to be included Tweet your message to #letitsparkle or text 877877. Today, and on December 15 and 16 you can see snow and sparkle effects together with horse drawn carriages and caroler.  Some restaurants will be extending their happy hours, offering free cocktails with... 12/10/2011

  I always try to be a positive person and I try my hardest this time of year. Everyone should be jolly! So here are bits of good news I’ve discovered in the market recently… Pending sales of existing U.S. homes surged in October by the most in nearly a year. And I should know, I’m in escrow on one- about to be two properties. My clients aren’t alone; Americans are taking advantage of low interest rates for mortgages. Sales of existing homes jumped in October, they are up 1.4%, rising to 4.97 million units from a downwardly revised 4.90 million the previous month. The supply of homes on the market is on a continuous decrease, which is a sign of health. This will start giving demand a chance to increase for the first time in a long time. I am a very positive person but I promise my infor... 12/05/2011

Pumpkin Soup/ Stew for a chilly night! This soup is easy to make, but is time consuming, hence it is great to do on a day you are working out of your home or just want to take time off from the hustle and bustle of your daily activity. Ingredients: ·         2 cups of dried navy beans ·         2 bay leaves ·         Three sprigs of Thyme ·         One large onion ( I always use sweet onions with all my recipes) ·         2 sugar pumpkins (washed & dried) see picture ·         ½ cup of extra virgin olive oil ( I always use cold pressed extra virgin olive oil from Trader Joe’s or cold pressed extra virgin calamata olive oil also from TJ’s) ·         2-3 cups of Chicken stock ·         Salt & pepper ·          About one pound of Potatoes (ideally fingerling potatoes, or new potatoes, or Y... 11/24/2011

Did you know that Thanksgiving the National Holliday was created for one reason:  to give the country an economic boost? The holiday has been attributed to the 1621 celebration at Plymouth, Massachusetts by most people. They claim that this was started, when they had a feast and thanksgiving was offered for a good harvest. Later the tradition continued. Interestingly  according to historical documents initially the Plymouth colony did not have enough food to feed half of the colonists, the Wampanoag native Americans helped the Pilgrims by providing seeds and teaching them to fish.   Of course as in everything now days there is controversy as to when the first Thanksgiving celebration was in the United States. Saint Augustine Florida claims the date of September 8, 1565, Plymouth, MA cla... 11/19/2011

Beverly Hills Property Values have been steadily rising.  The following Beverly Hills Property Values Report  As you can see below, the Beverly Hills Real Estate Market is moving very quickly.  Now is a Great time to Sell Your Current Home or Property and with the amazing interest rates currently available, there truly is no better time to buy your next dream home.Check out Nearby Cities Real Estate Market Trends and Statistics Here: CLICK HERE If you would like to find out exactly what your property is currently worth, enter your property address and information here:   CLICK HERE FOR YOUR HOME VALUE NOW HIRE A LOCAL BEVERLY HILLS REAL ESTATE AGENT Search Beverly Hills Home Listings-One of the Best Resources Available to Buyers is this Beverly Hills Real Estate website:   www.HeatherPa... 11/10/2011