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Things-to-Do in LA's South Bay, March 2014 My thanks to Jackie Balestra, who allows me to share her collection of South Bay Events. www.southbaybyjackie.com   Hermosa Beach celebrates all things Irish at the 20 Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, March 15. Sponsored by the Hermosa Beach ...

Setting Up Your Home Office for Success Have you ever considered your own personality when deciding where to set up your home office? For instance, if you are an introverted, systematic personality, you need a quiet, out of the away space with plenty of closed storage so that everything can be f...

Five Christmas Decoration Organization Tips With the holidays quickly approaching, we will all be dealing with the aftermath of putting away decorations sooner than we think. Fortunately this is not a chore you need to dread anymore! Below are five helpful tips for organizing the post-holiday cha...

Before & After of an Occupied Home Staging Torrance, California   Recently a realtor called me to a home he had just listed for a home staging consultation.  The owner (and her mother who was there helping with the packing) were just delightful.  She explained that they had already started the pr...

2634 Brian Avenue, Torrance, CA 90505   Large Victoria Knolls home ready to move in.   $779,000 2740 sq' 4 bdrm, 3.5 baths Bonus room, office 2 Master Bedrooms                      Click HERE for more information!

6426 Via de Anzar, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 Incomparable Miraleste area of Rancho Palos Verdes     $819,000 1705 sq' Gated yard Harbor views from entry & master bedroom Large living room & entry 3 bedrooms, 2 baths Click HERE for more information.    

  Decorating Small Rooms for Staging or Living With the current trend toward smaller rooms and homes, challenges arise when it comes time to make them both functional and beautiful.  Here are some tips to help you make the most of that space. 1)     Answer the most important questions: a.      Wh...

29600 Island View Drive Rancho Palos Verdes, CA  90275 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Condo $539,000 MLS: PV13002180   Completely remodeled with stunning ocean and canyon views!  Granite counter-tops, stainless steel appliances, bar counter with plenty of storage, two well-sized bathrooms and large bedrooms. E...

South Bay Holiday Happenings Merry Christmas!   Only a few days left to get ready.  Don’t forget to have some fun with all the hustle and bustle.  Here are some local ideas from my friend, Jackie Balestra at www.southbaybyjackie.com. Santa Claus will be making two stops in Palos Verdes Estates th...

3123 Crownview Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275   Views, views, views!  This 2700 sq. Miraleste home on .70 acres is built to capture fabulous views from nearly all rooms.  Three fireplaces enhance the living room, family room and master bedroom.  Decks allow for more viewing of city lights, ...