Long Beach and Lakewood Real Estate Blog

So you’re putting your house on the market and you’ve heard that staged homes sell faster and fetch higher prices than un-staged ones, but you don’t have the cash to hire a stager. What do you do? Here are a few easy and ...

The idea of artificial grass for your landscape sounds more and more appealing, but you’ve got lots of questions before you can decide to take the next step. More of your questions are answered here. How Tall or Short Can I Make My Grass? When ...

Artificial grass. Artificial turf. Synthetic grass. Synthetic turf. Different terms for the same product. Whatever you call it one thing’s for sure: you never have to cut it. It stays green. Your yard looks perfect. Here’s everything you ...

So you’ve been mulling over the idea of artificial grass for your landscape for some time now. The prospect of no longer having to mow and edge your lawn sounds like a dream. Many of your questions have been answered, and now you’re ...

The annual Lakewood Run is right around the corner – it’s scheduled for March 7, rain or shine. While early registration is closed, you can still get in on the action for the 5K or 10K course, or for the 1K Fun Run or a 5K walk. ...

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, which means now is the time to start scheduling your reservations and planning a special night out with someone you care about. We’re planning, too, so we did a little digging to find the most ...

When your neighbors list their home, there are a few things you can do. First, tell all your friends (wouldn’t it be great if your bestie lived next door?). Then, start paying attention so you have a good idea of what would happen if you were ...

When your home is for sale, you want to do everything you can to make sure it’s as appealing to potential buyers as possible—but aside from home staging and curb appeal, what can you do? Actually, you can do a lot. 3 Great Tips for ...

When you’re buying a home in Lakewood or Long Beach, you need a home inspection – and it’s one of the most important aspects of the transaction. Unfortunately, many people make some serious mistakes when it comes to having a home ...

Buying / Selling A Home  As technology continues to advance and evolve, so does the real estate industry. While the fundamentals remain, so much has changed about the way we buy and sell homes.    Real Estate in the Internet ...

If you’re thinking about buying a home for sale in Lakewood or Long Beach, there are three things you have to do before you even start looking:   1.       Figure out how much you can afford 2....

Buying a home for sale in Lakewood is one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make – but if you’re not careful, you could accidentally fall prey to one of these three huge pitfalls that prevent buyers from getting the home of ...

If you’re selling your home in Lakewood or Long Beach, you might think that you should power-wash it to make it look clean, bright and new to potential buyers. But that could be a big mistake. Here’s why. 3 Reasons You Shouldn’t ...

Smart homes are becoming more and more popular – and whether you’ve just bought a home for sale in Lakewood or you’re selling one, here are five must-have gadgets.   5 Must-Have Smart Home Gadgets   While everyone has ...

The end of summer is right around the corner, and whether you’ve just bought a home in Lakewood or you’re thinking about selling yours, it’s time for a little end-of-summer home maintenance. These five tips will prepare your house ...

If you’re a foodie buying a home for sale in Lakewood, you’ll love living close to several amazing restaurants. The best part? You can find something for every palate in Lakewood. Here’s a short list of the best restaurants in ...

If you’re buying a home for sale in Lakewood, you’ll eventually sign a purchase contract with the seller. Your contract will include contingencies – but what are they, and what will they mean for you?   What Are Contingencies ...

If you’re buying a home for sale in Lakewood, CA, you’ll be glad to know that there are plenty of amazing places to get tacos – Tuesday or not! Check out this quick list of the five best taco places in Lakewood. 5 Best Taco Places ...

If you’re like most people who are selling a home in Lakewood or Long Beach, your Realtor® has already talked to you about staging the house and making it as appealing as possible to prospective buyers.   But could staging actually ...