One West Ocean: Long Beach’s Hottest Condo Tower

Written by on April 28, 2009

PRIME HIGH-RISE CONDOS. METICULOUS DETAILS. PRICELESS AUTHENTICITY. One West Ocean, Long Beach’s tallest and fastest-selling residential tower, offers four exceptional, private luxury condos per floor. The commanding, 59-story ocean and city view condominium tower is perfectly positioned in the heart of downtown Long Beach. This full-time doorman designer skyscraper features beautifully tailored, expansive interiors that [...] Read more »

International Tower: Iconic Luxury High-Rise Living by the Shore

Written by on April 21, 2009

Address: 700 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90802 Stories: 30 Units: 204 condos Types of Units: Wide selection, including 1 bedroom, 1 bathrooms; 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms; 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms Size Range: Approx. 880 sq. ft. to 1,260 sq. ft. Year Built: 1965 HOA Dues: Approx. $635/month Views: Breathtaking panoramic views spanning [...] Read more »

Top Reasons to Sell Your Home Via Short Sale

Written by on March 13, 2009

Perhaps you’re “upside down” on your house and can no longer afford your mortgage payments. Maybe you owe more than the property is worth and simply can’t refinance. Or, it may be that you still can’t handle your house payments even after modifying your loan or reducing your interest rate. Times are tight and you’re [...] Read more »

Short Sales 101: What’s All the Buzz About?

Written by on March 12, 2009

So you’re seeing the words “SHORT SALE” splashed all over real estate signs across town, on the news and in the headlines. Short sales are everywhere, but exactly WHAT ARE THEY and WHO BENEFITS from them? Let’s take a quick, painless, non-confusing look. You’ll be clued-in in no time, and if you have any questions, [...] Read more »

Obama’s Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan: Who Is Eligible?

Written by on February 28, 2009

Here is what you need to know about President Barack Obama’s new Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan (HASP) to help stabilize the housing market and help millions of struggling borrowers keep their homes. What is it? Who is eligible? How will it directly impact you and your family? The first portion of HASP, the Homeowner [...] Read more »

Southern California Home Prices Plummet as Foreclosures Rise

Written by on February 28, 2009

Southern California home prices have fallen to 2002 levels, according to a recent Los Angeles Times report, and they won’t stop plummeting any time soon. SOCAL HOMES BECOMING MORE AFFORDABLE Studies show that significantly more people will be able to realize the American dream of home ownership in Southern California than they have been since [...] Read more »

Luxury Beachfront Belmont Shore Foreclosure for Sale

Written by on February 27, 2009

Call to Schedule a Personal Tour Address: 5341 Appian Way, Long Beach, CA 90803 Home Type: Single-Family Square Feet: 1,569 Lot Size: 3,900 sq. ft. Rooms: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths Year Built: 1961 Neighborhood: Belmont Shore This amazing, not-yet-listed foreclosure is located in Long Beach’s most exclusive beachside neighborhood. The spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath luxury home [...] Read more »

This Week’s Top Properties: 3 Great Value Southern California Foreclosures

Written by on February 24, 2009

44 Tavella Place, Foothill Ranch, Calif. 92610 VIP SPECIAL, CALL FOR PRICING INFO CLICK HERE FOR MORE PHOTOS Square Feet: 2,115 Lot Size: 3,794 sq. ft. Rooms: 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths Here’s your chance to buy a spectacular Orange County two-story home with all the trimmings. Nestled in a private neighborhood, this completely refurbished four-bedroom, [...] Read more »

Troubled Asset Relief Program: Will It Help Homeowners At Risk of Foreclosure?

Written by on January 30, 2009

Why is TARP in the news? Because President Obama is considering spending up to $100 billion in financial rescue funds from the Treasury Department’s $700 billion Troubled Asset Relief Program. Why? To put the brakes on the subprime mortgage crisis. Bank regulators and Congressional leaders, are pressuring the Obama administration to use the funds to [...] Read more »

Property of the Week – Spacious Westside Long Beach Home

Written by on January 21, 2009

2880 Caspian Avenue, Long Beach, Calif. Price: $295,000 CLICK HERE FOR MORE PHOTOS Square Feet: 2,058 Lot Size: 5,865 sq. ft. Rooms: 5 bedrooms, 3 baths Extras: 2-door detached garage, partial copper plumbing, new roof, new laminate floors Located in an attractive neighborhood in Long Beach’s Westside, this exceptionally large home is perfect for large [...] Read more »

Tom and April Devane Give a Testimonial for Mark Shandrow

Written by on July 14, 2008

[No Auto Start]h7F7wSpvfnQ[/No Auto Start] Tom and April Devane offer a video testimonial for Mark Shandrow of Keller Williams Realty.  Tom and April bought a condo in Lakewood in 2006 with my assistance.  They were great to work with and had an awesome sense of humor. Best, Mark Shandorw Keller Williams Realty Read more »