Mary's Blog

While "Location, Location, Location" will always be number one in regard to the desirability of homes for sale, "Condition, Condition, Condition" should now be second in line. In today's real estate market, the inventory of homes is growing, but the condition of many of these homes is atrocious. ...

Hollywood Riviera is perhaps the most prestigious area of Torrance. Homes are more expensive, but if you can afford it, this is the place to be. The main reasons are as follows: Close proximity to Riviera Village, a smallish area where you can walk to a diverse assortment of shops, including rest...

            I am an ardent believer in staging your home before selling, including making necessary repairs, cleaning, painting, de-cluttering, and adding a vase of flowers. The interior of your home, however, is not where the first impression is left on potential home buyers. The first impressio...

For those of you who missed the recent Daily Breeze publication of the South Bay's 2006 scores and rankings of local schools, Torrance area schools received high marks once again. This is good news for local area realtors, who can tout great schools along with good weather, less crime, and close ...

 I have come across many realtors who do not mention the benefits of staging to their sellers because they are afraid to compromise their relationships by possibly insulting the sellers. I find that if you offer staging advice in a professional and courteous manner, sellers will usually understan...

Helpful Links for Torrance and South Bay Real Estate: Check out these helpful search engines. You can also contact me to set up automatic emails to be sent to you with newly listed properties that fit your criteria. Just call or email me to get started. Whether you are just looking for fun or are...

Send your child to award-winning Hickory Elementary School and walk to Del Amo's new bowling alley, theaters, restaurants, and shops. I can show you several spacious condos, co-ops, and townhomes priced from the $300,000s to the $700,000s. 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms usually available in several gated c...

Are you interested in buying a co-op? Do you even know what a co-op is? Read on for some interesting facts about co-ops in Torrance, CA: Torrance, CA co-ops are more affordable than identical condominiums. You can pay $50,000 to $100,000 more for a Torrance condo, generally because people are mo...

Buy A Home in the South Bay Los Angeles' South Bay area is a perfect combination of good weather, great neighborhoods, beautiful beaches, and more. If you're wondering where to move in the Los Angeles area, the South Bay is where you want to be. South Bay cities include: Torrance Redondo Beach He...

Looking for Things to Do in Torrance? Here are links to discover: places of interest restaurants things to do school information and other important information relevant to Torrance, CA. If you are thinking of moving to Torrance or any of the other nearby Beach Cities, please feel free to contact...