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COASTAL LIVING doesn't get any better than this lovely one level in lower Lunada Bay.  Located on one of the most sought after streets in the area, this 3 bedroom plus office (could easily become 4th bedroom), has hardwood floors, 2 fireplaces, an abundance of French doors opening to a gated front courtyard or a private park-like back yard.  The detached 2-car garage has ample storage. 

The LOCATION is priceless--just one block to hiking paths along the famous Palos Verdes bluffs above the Pacific Ocean.  The location invites morning runs, evening strolls, or meet your neighbors and friends at a variety of restaurants and shops a short walk away.

The lushly landscaped lot is 11,820 sq. ft. of tranquility and beauty.  There are custom awnings to offer shade, a large patio to enjoy morning coffee, a spa for soaking under the stars and a jungle gym for the kids.  The smell of the ocean and the coastal breezes will be a constant reminder that you've found the perfect place to call HOME.

Offered at $1,679,000

Norma Toering & Team RE/MAX Palos Verdes Realty
(310) 493-8333 / Office Phone: (310) 831-0800

South Bay Los Angeles cities I sell real estate and homes in: Palos Verdes Estates, Rolling Hills, Rolling Hills Estates, Rancho Palos Verdes, San Pedro, Long Beach, Torrance, Lomita, Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach and Manhattan Beach.

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During one of my recent strolls through Active Rain blogs, I stumbled upon one stating real estate agents are now ranked below used car salespeople in consumer opinion polls.  Geez, it was bad enough when we were considered equals with the guys on the corner lot with the obnoxious TV ads, but now they're standing on our shoulders?  What's going on here?

Have you noticed the used car salesmen have upgraded their image?  No more bullhorns to announce blowout sales! They've toned down their spiel, and upped their professionalism. It is now a savvy decision to buy used and save thousands of dollars.  Maybe we should make them our mentors. After all, most of us are used house salespeople.  Those used cars are parked in the garages we sell. Let's learn something from the guys who sell those cars, and maybe we can sell more garages with houses attached!

Overnight Open House Signs: Don't deface the neighborhood you are trying to sell a house in.  Take the sign down when the open house is over.  Those signs with balloons and flags flying all night long is graffiti not branding!

Tone Down the Number of Signs in the Yard:  There is a house for sale in a neighborhood I frequently drive through that has two real estate signs (must be a divorce and they each have an agent) in the yard, plus add-on signs giving an 800 number, a TV show and a price reduced rider is perched atop the whole mess.  I feel sorry for the neighbors who have to look at it every day. 

Talk Less and Listen More:  Remember, it's all about the consumer.  They are the customer--find out what they want/need and provide it.  Word of mouth is a classy marketing tool.  It's also green (no paper wasted) and free!

Be of Service:  People need cars.  People need houses.  There are lots of provider choices.  Service makes a difference.  Follow up and follow through.  Provide value.

Lock the Doors:  Seriously, the house you just showed is someone's home.  Their possessions are inside it.  They have allowed you to enter their private domain.  Make sure the doors are locked when you leave.  I've received calls from upset sellers saying sliders were left open, the air conditioning temperature was changed and once an agent left the garage door open!  

Leave a Business Card:  It's a professional courtesy to the seller and the listing agent.  If you really want to raise the bar, shoot the listing agent a follow up email with your prospective buyer's feedback.  It will save hours of agent chasing and it's the professional thing to do.

Respect is not given; respect is earned.   We have some work to do!

Norma Toering & Team RE/MAX Palos Verdes Realty
(310) 493-8333 / Office Phone: (310) 831-0800

South Bay Los Angeles cities I sell real estate and homes in: Palos Verdes Estates, Rolling Hills, Rolling Hills Estates, Rancho Palos Verdes, San Pedro, Long Beach, Torrance, Lomita, Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach and Manhattan Beach.

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The 30 day escrow closed two days early.  Hit the easy button!

The listing agent is a true professional and a credit to our profession.  Paperwork flowed effortlessly between our offices.  We met deadlines.  We communicated and returned phone calls promptly.  Give the easy button a couple of taps!

The buyer and seller were cooperative, calm and as good as it gets when it comes to clients!  Another tap or two please!

The escrow officer orchestrated all parts and players into a smooth symphony with each party doing what was needed, when it was needed--sometimes ahead of schedule.  The only F word to describe this experience is FUN!

The mortgage broker delivered a jumbo loan ahead of schedule!  We nearly wore out the easy button on this one.

It was my pleasure to be a member of this real estate dream team.  Now, if that short sale offer I have out is half as easy, the easy button will be sounding again soon!

Norma Toering & Team RE/MAX Palos Verdes Realty
(310) 493-8333 / Office Phone: (310) 831-0800

South Bay Los Angeles cities I sell real estate and homes in: Palos Verdes Estates, Rolling Hills, Rolling Hills Estates, Rancho Palos Verdes, San Pedro, Long Beach, Torrance, Lomita, Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach and Manhattan Beach.

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Springtime is a great time to buy a house, and April saw an up-tick in real estate activity in San Pedro.  Escrows and Sales are on the increase. That's sweet news!

33 Single Family Homes are in escrow

145 Single Family Homes are for sale

58 Single Family Homes sold YTD

Statistics posted May 1, 2008 from MLS records.

Norma Toering & Team RE/MAX Palos Verdes Realty
(310) 493-8333 / Office Phone: (310) 831-0800

South Bay Los Angeles cities I sell real estate and homes in: Palos Verdes Estates, Rolling Hills, Rolling Hills Estates, Rancho Palos Verdes, San Pedro, Long Beach, Torrance, Lomita, Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach and Manhattan Beach.

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Spring is in the air and real estate is on the move in Palos Verdes!  The number of homes in escrow is up as well as the number of closed sales.  That's good news for sellers and buyers.

72 Single Family Homes are in escrow

260 Single Family Homes are currently for sale

108 Single Family Homes have sold YTD

Norma Toering & Team RE/MAX Palos Verdes Realty
(310) 493-8333 / Office Phone: (310) 831-0800

South Bay Los Angeles cities I sell real estate and homes in: Palos Verdes Estates, Rolling Hills, Rolling Hills Estates, Rancho Palos Verdes, San Pedro, Long Beach, Torrance, Lomita, Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach and Manhattan Beach.

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An artist friend of mine is returning to Southern California and wants to buy a loft in San Pedro or Long Beach.  A few months ago I showed her the Centre Street Lofts in San Pedro,and she wants to check out other options before she purchases. Tomorrow I'll wear my Rockports and check out a few of the new loft projects in the cities of her choice.

A few places on my must see list:

The Bank Lofts:  Located in the heart of the San Pedro art district this is a must see.

The Vue:  A full service brand new 16 story high rise along the waterfront in San Pedro. It is still in the construction phase with fabulous views from floor to ceiling windows.

Then on to Long Beach with lofts galore.

Are baby boomers opting for lofts instead of retirement communities?  Are they choosing urban living over the suburbs?  My friend certainly is. 

Norma Toering & Team RE/MAX Palos Verdes Realty
(310) 493-8333 / Office Phone: (310) 831-0800

South Bay Los Angeles cities I sell real estate and homes in: Palos Verdes Estates, Rolling Hills, Rolling Hills Estates, Rancho Palos Verdes, San Pedro, Long Beach, Torrance, Lomita, Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach and Manhattan Beach.

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