Zillow, the online real estate marketplace company, has announced plans to sunset their “Zillow Offers” iBuying business. The move is expected to last over the next several quarters, and will, unfortunately, result in the loss of approximately 1,605 jobs, or 25% of their workforce. A lot like CarMax or Carvana, Zillow Offers functioned in a… Read More

Goal: Support the team by ensuring that our clients receive gold standard care. Looking for a career-minded professional who is ready to work in a fast-paced environment and provide administrative support, ensuring efficient operation of the office. Come make an impact on the real estate industry and be part of a growing boutique brokerage focused… Read More

There are so many perks to living in Southern California! One of those is our proximity to so many world-class destinations. Many of these are within driving distance, so even if you can’t break away from work or life for an extended vacation, there’s always the possibility of a quick day trip. Here are some… Read More

If you have been following real estate news, you have likely heard about Senate Bills SB 9 and SB 10. The Senate approved both on August 31, 2021, and Governor Newsom has signed the bills into law. So, what are the implications of SB 9 and SB 10?  While the bills are structured differently and… Read More

There is a lot to know about the proposed Senate bill reform concerning estate and gift taxes. Recently, Senator Bernie Sanders issued his proposal, which was 18 pages long and had some pretty significant financial implications for Americans. These bills are commonly referred to as “For the 99.5% Act,” which was introduced by Senators Sanders… Read More

Many companies make promises to their customers, but as I’m sure you have experienced one time or another, sometimes these promises can feel like they’re simply words printed on a website or advertisement. When executed correctly, a brand promise holds a lot of value and power. They are used to communicate customer expectations and consistency. … Read More

Living in Southern California, we are acutely aware of fire season. Each year, wildfires erupt throughout the state because of high temperatures and low humidity. Many wildfires have already broken out this year, and the National Weather Service believes that this wildfire season may be extremely busy considering how early the season started this year.  … Read More

The news has been flush with stories about the ongoing strength of the real estate market around the country. Many people realized during the pandemic that their ability to work remotely meant that they could continue their job from virtually anywhere with an internet connection. This prompted many renters to consider their long-term homeownership goals,… Read More

As a local real estate agent in Pasadena, I like to keep my finger on the pulse of our neighborhood. The Pasadena Historic Preservation Society recently made some changes and ordinance updates that we all should be aware of regarding community concerns and best practices for historic preservation. Here is an overview of the significant… Read More