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2014 

When I work with a first time homeowner buyer, I feel tremendous responsibility especially if its a young couple truly finding their first home. After a very satisfying meeting where we discuss the couple's wishes, the young woman finishes the conversation with "I must LOVE the home" that they wi...
05/30/2014
One of the largest fine art galleries in Carmel-by-the-Sea is available for sale. Here are some key components that make this an excellent purchase of an existing business in the heart of the downtown commercial district: This gallery has been in operation for several years and has a recognized n...
05/16/2014
Yesterday, I had a call from a columnist of the Pine Cone , a very popular FREE weekly newspaper read by absolutely everyone here on the Monterey Peninsula. It includes all the scuttlebutt of mostly Carmel-by-the-Sea happenings. It is advertising driven with glitzy ads from high end boutiques to ...
05/08/2014
WHAT MAKES A SUCCESSFUL REAL ESTATE AGENT? A valued client and I were just talking about this subject. He is a real estate developer of luxury resorts so has dealt with many real estate professionals. HE FEELS THAT THERE IS A DEFINITE CHANGE IN HOW TO BE A SUCCESSFUL AGENT/BROKER. 1. It is no lon...
05/05/2014
Yesterday, we finished the program for the 21st Carmel Art Festival on May 15-18, 2014 and gave it to the printer. Being a Board Member and getting involved in organizing all aspects of this plein air event, has been very time consuming. The festival itself will be held at Devendorf Park and adja...
05/03/2014