David Hitt and Ronald Shore's neighborhood multi-yard sale in the Sherman Oaks area of Los Angeles was a big success!On Sunday, April 12th, we hosted a multi-family yard sale in the neighborhoods of Magnolia Woods and Sherman Oaks Quad. Over 25 families participated in the event.In the weeks leading up to the sale, residents who wanted to participate signed up with us so their addresses could be included in a map of all participating homes. One home, across from Kester Elementary School was chosen as the focal-point, which was advertised in various print and on-line media. A document box was set out in front of that home with maps, so shoppers could move about the neighborhood from one home to another and not miss out on any good finds. On the morning of the event we drove the neighborh... 05/15/2015

Economic update for the week ending April 25, 2015  Stock markets rise to record high levels -  More companies reporting first quarter profits above analysts' expectations, a rise in home sales, and rising oil prices lifted the markets this week.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed the week at 18,080.14 up from last week's close of 17,826.30.  The S&P 500 closed at 2,117.69 well above last week's 2,081.18. The NASDAQ closed at 5,092.09, a record high, up from last week's close of 4,931.82.        Treasury Bond yields rise slightly - The 10 year Treasury bond closed the week at 1.93%, up from 1.86%,  last week. The 30 year treasury yield ended the week at 2.62%, up from 2.51% last week.     Mortgage Rates remain stable –  The 30 year fixed rates are just above 3.75% for loans up to ... 04/25/2015

 http://15126rayneta.aaroehomes.com/ VIEWS,VIEWS,VIEWS! Dramatic 180 degrees of gorgeous vistas as far as the eye can see. In  desirable Sherman Oaks Hills, perched high on a promontory for total privacy, a private driveway leads to the newly transformed two story contemporary home, features a formal entry,4 bedrooms, 2.75 baths, updated, smooth ceilings, large double pane windows to bring in the light and expose the views beyond, recessed lights. Open space concept, delivers clean lines throughout and new systems. Entertaining areas are positioned on the second floor to maximize the views. Kitchen offers a large stainless steel clad island, plenty of cabinet space, stainless steel range hood and appliances, living room with fireplace, separate dining area, den or office.One bedroom ups... 04/17/2015

Today’s Buyer is Thinking Green   Here’s a great infographic I wanted to share with you from Realtor.org.  Being an agent in Southern California, I have had my fair share of eco-conscious Buyers that are looking for ways to Go Green.  From methods as complex as solar panels to live “off the grid” or as commonplace as Energy Star appliances and fixtures, many more people are interested in reducing their carbon footprint as well as conserving water.   Today’s Buyer is Thinking Green   In this severe drought we are experiencing in California, a popular choice for landscaping is using drought-resistant and/or native plants, or even foregoing landscaping altogether and installing a rock garden.   Today’s Buyer is Thinking Green     So check out this infographic and comment below what you hav... 03/27/2015

Jeremy Renner from The Avengers lists his home in Hollywood Hills, CA. Jeremy Renner acts sometimes in The Avengers movies and various other aging movie franchises (Bournes, Impossibles), but his true calling is clearly flipping properties.The Hamptons in Hollywood… designer done & former residence of legendary filmmaker Preston Sturges, this gated old-fashioned full of Hollywood history has been meticulously restored to its original 1921 grandeur & updated with modern finishes. A lush front yard featuring a reflecting fountain & covered front porch at roughly 7000 sq.ft., nestled in the foothills of Runyon Canyon, “TheSturges” has mature hedges to make certain utmost privacy. See more pictures   The first floor features an impressive 1,800sq.ft. grand room with an authentic antique cop... 03/03/2015

Community Activism: alive and well in Sherman Oaks, CA Posted on Feb 16, 2015 by Endre Barath  Community Activism: alive and well in Sherman Oaks, CA I find that no matter where you live there is community activism. As I was driving on Coldwater Canyon Blvd, I passed one of the most exclusive school of the Greater Los Angeles area Harvard-Westlake. Interestingly I could not help but notice all the signs. This made me think what do potential buyers think when they see signs like this? Will this encourage them to buy into the community? Or will it have a detrimental effect on the sales process? I would be interested what your thoughts are about this. Do you think will it take longer to sell a home surrounded with these signs and potential controversy? Will this affect the asking price as... 02/15/2015

Heading Home on Ventura Blvd in Sherman Oaks, CA observations by a Relocation Realtor Endre Barath Posted on Feb 16, 2015 by Endre Barath in Relocation to Los Angeles  Heading Home on Ventura Blvd in Sherman Oaks, CA I was enjoying a perfect day. All day was around 72 -74 degrees, no humidity. I was recalling when we made the decision to relocate to Los Angeles, CA. We contemplated analyzed and looked at all the pros and cons of our big move. Needless to say it was a lot to consider, Diane never worked in a management position, we have not known each other a very long time and we both would have to leave our friends, family and our comfort zone…. Needless to say these are some of the things one has to consider when relocating cross country or across the Globe. On a side note I have don... 02/15/2015

Feng Shui Lecture at Sherman Oaks, CA Public Library February 10th, 2015!   Come enjoy a fun, interactive and educational lecture on Feng Shui presented by Feng Shui Healing Expert Laura Cerrano-CEO and founder of Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island Feng Shui is a metaphysical practice developed over 6,000 years ago. Rejuvenate your energy and become motivated, inspired and positively engaged with new perspective on life. You will learn how to combine the intuitive thinking processes of Feng Shui and analytical techniques for your home, a blend of east and west alchemy that can help develop and sharpen your sense of awareness on all levels, physical, emotional, spiritual and universal.   Date:  Feburary 10th, 2015 Lecture time: 6:30pm- 7:30pm Location: Sherman Oaks Public Library, 14245 Moo... 02/01/2015

February 10th, 2015 FREE Feng Shui Lecture at Sherman Oaks Public Library California    Come enjoy a fun, interactive and educational lecture on Feng Shui presented by Feng Shui Healing Expert Laura Cerrano-CEO and founder of Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island Feng Shui is a metaphysical practice developed over 6,000 years ago. Rejuvenate your energy and become motivated, inspired and positively engaged with new perspective on life. You will learn how to combine the intuitive thinking processes of Feng Shui and analytical techniques for your home, a blend of east and west alchemy that can help develop and sharpen your sense of awareness on all levels, physical, emotional, spiritual and universal.   Date:  Feburary 10th, 2015 Lecture time: 6:30pm- 7:30pm Location: Sherman Oaks Public Librar... 01/26/2015

Three Meet-ups in one: The Marathon Meet UP in Los Angeles! Dick Greenberg in Los Angeles? Is this an optical illusion? The faces of Ron & Alexandra Seigel  & Michael Jacobs  were priceless.          We covered a lot of territory for starters. The Meet up started at 1pm and it went on strong  and somewhere around 2:30pm  we lost a couple people: Iris Messina  & Inna Ivchenko left us.     Not pictured Iris Messina she left before picture taking:))))      Then the second meet up started, what a fun Saturday afternoon.  A bottle of fantastic French Wine  later and the stories continued. (picture to be inserted, once I steal it off Michael Jacob's blog post about the same subject) Then  the next thing you know, time flew by and  it was around  4: 15 pm and  the third meet up started another... 01/24/2015

The Active Rain Meet up in Los Angeles: the brain child of Alexandra Seigel:  This is the final and last announcement of the ‘Big Meet Up’!     Now let’s keep things in perspective, Alexandra Seigel decided she wanted to meet with Michael Jacobs and yours truly. She tried to grab us at different occasions individually without success. Since we are all busy people and I am a night owl not a morning person, breakfast was not an option for us, even though they have been to Beverly Hills on numerous occasions. Not wanting to speak for Michael Jacobs, but clearly he was not an easy target either.  She decided to get us together Ron, Alexandra, Michael and me. She caught us at a week moment and we both agreed. ( post to be continued) -----------------------------------------------------------... 01/20/2015

February 10th, 2015 FREE Feng Shui Lecture at Sherman Oaks Public Library California    Come enjoy a fun, interactive and educational lecture on Feng Shui presented by Feng Shui Healing Expert Laura Cerrano-CEO and founder of Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island Feng Shui is a metaphysical practice developed over 6,000 years ago. Rejuvenate your energy and become motivated, inspired and positively engaged with new perspective on life. You will learn how to combine the intuitive thinking processes of Feng Shui and analytical techniques for your home, a blend of east and west alchemy that can help develop and sharpen your sense of awareness on all levels, physical, emotional, spiritual and universal.   Date:  Feburary 10th, 2015 Lecture time: 6:30pm- 7:30pm Location: Sherman Oaks Public Librar... 01/18/2015

  February 10th, 2015 FREE Feng Shui Lecture at Sherman Oaks Public Library California    Come enjoy a fun, interactive and educational lecture on Feng Shui presented by Feng Shui Healing Expert Laura Cerrano-CEO and founder of Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island Feng Shui is a metaphysical practice developed over 6,000 years ago. Rejuvenate your energy and become motivated, inspired and positively engaged with new perspective on life. You will learn how to combine the intuitive thinking processes of Feng Shui and analytical techniques for your home, a blend of east and west alchemy that can help develop and sharpen your sense of awareness on all levels, physical, emotional, spiritual and universal.   Date:  Feburary 10th, 2015 Lecture time: 6:30pm- 7:30pm Location: Sherman Oaks Public Libr... 01/15/2015

Real Estate & Technology Go Hand-In-Hand   As Agents, the latest technology is key to keeping up with the times and continuing a steady business flow.  From Buyers searching for properties to Sellers marketing their home, an ad in the newspaper just doesn't cut it anymore.  We are WAY beyond that now!    According to this infographic from CAR.org, an astounding 89% say they use online resources in the process of home buying.  It doesn't end at searching for a property either.  Researching an Agent, Lender, property values, neighborhoods, etc., is all part of the process.  Having an Agent that is tech savvy on top of being markey savvy is the way to go.   Real Estate & Technology Go Hand-In-Hand   When I'm working with a Buyer, we use MLS searches as well as e-mail blasts and postings to... 01/09/2015

As you can see from this visual, millennial home buyers want answers and they want them now!    I think this is true for ALL human beings who are buying or selling a home.   More often than not, the purchase or sale of a property will be one of the largest financial transactions a person will complete in their lifetime and having a Professional on their side to guide them through and answer questions as they arise is KEY to getting the deal done!   Communication is Key to Opening Doors in Real Estate   Agent response times are one of the biggest complaints clients have. When they have urgent questions that come up, they want answers ASAP & their agent is expected to get back to them in a timely manner.    Buyers considering a property want all of the information about that home at the t... 12/19/2014

Sherman Oaks great home for sale!!!   This Sherman Oaks home with 4 bedrooms and 2 bath offers a comfortable place for the new buyer. Located near to the Fashion Square this home has a spacious living room, great family room with french doors leading to the huge backyard. Kitchen has a great and expensive antique range, tile counter tops and recess lights. Bathrooms has ceramic tiles imported from Italy. The lot size is almost 8,600 Sq.Ft witch is one of the larger lot in the block. Garage for two cars is detached. This home needs TLC to be the perfect home!   Click here to see more pictures and detailed information.     Schedule a Showing San Fernando Valley Homes for Sale Homes in San Fernando Valley Los Angeles Homes for Sale Search All Homes For Sale Homes Close to Where You Work Sh... 12/04/2014

Thank you Real Estate. Gratitude is the Best Business Practice!As I begin to wind down my 2014 Real Estate whirlwind and prepare to host Thanksgiving surrounded by loved ones, I realized there is no better time than the present to reflect on the past year in pure Gratitude! Thank you Real Estate. The best business on Earth.One of my favorite affirmations is "Gratitude for the substance at hand duplicates the substance indefinitely." I can attest to the truth of this statement. I wake up every day and thank God for this life that I've been blessed with and the opportunity to live another day. Most mornings I write in my gratitude journal, only positive things, and even if I have worries & concerns, I find a way to be grateful for them. There is a blessing in every dark situation! It's a... 11/25/2014

Earthquake Preparedness - Are You Ready?   BEFORE AN EARTHQUAKE How well you, your family and your home survive an earthquake often depends upon how well you prepare beforehand. Develop a family and neighborhood earthquake plan. The following checklist will help you get started: Prepare an emergency kit of food, water, and supplies including a flashlight, portable battery-operated radio, batteries, medicines, first aid kit, money and clothing. Know the safe spots in each room - under sturdy tables, desks, or against interior walls. Know the danger spots - near windows, mirrors, hanging objects, fireplaces and tall, unsecured furniture. Conduct practice drills so you and your family know the safe locations in your home. Decide how and where your family will reunite if separated during a... 10/20/2014

As most of you are probably aware, the recent death of an Arkansas Realtor has hit way too close to home for us all.  I wanted to share this important infographic with a reminder that we must always be aware of our surroundings and that no commission is worth your life.  Trust your gut, and don't be afraid to ask for identification from a new client.  I'm including a link to an article about exactly this in case you haven't heard the story yet.   Risky business: Real estate agent's killing hits home for Realtors   Stay safe out there everyone!!!     10/06/2014

This Sherman Oaks home with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths offers a comfortable place for the new buyer. Located near to the Fashion Square this home has a spacious living room with fireplace & customized oak cabinets. Kitchen has a large tile counter tops and recess lights and has custom cabinetry for additional storage. The family room is spacious and features high vaulted wood beam ceilings with Danish skylights. Bathrooms have ceramic tiles imported from Italy. The lot size is almost 8,600 Sq.Ft witch is one of the larger lot on the block. Garage for two cars is detached. This home needs TLC to be the perfect home! Market Analysis Community Info Local Schools Compare Areas     View the Tour   Provided courtesy of  www.sanfernandovalley.properties  Rodeo Realty Inc. Sherman Oaks CA Hire a po... 09/22/2014