by Amy Cimetta | Jul 18, 2013 | Brokers' Open, Listing, Torrance
I saw a really cute 4 bedroom in central Torrance today (Are 126) during Brokers’ Open. It’s 1208 Fonthill Avenue. What I like about it is this typical floor plan has been nicely updated and given a fresh look. The kitchen is well done and opens to a...
by Amy Cimetta | Jul 16, 2013 | Financing, Real Estate Advice
It sounds like you’re actually getting a preapproval letter and not a simple prequalification letter. Here’s the difference: Prequalification Letter The prequal letter can be done relatively quickly – you could have this within the hour if the...
by Amy Cimetta | Jun 27, 2013 | Buyers, Listing, Redondo Beach
204 N Lucia Ave, #B in South Redondo just came on the market. I previewed it today during Brokers’ Open. This Cape Cod style rear unit townhome has a cheerful, lovely ambiance from top to bottom. Dark wood floors and white walls give it a crisp, clean look. You...
by Amy Cimetta | Jun 25, 2013 | Home Sales Stats, Redondo Beach, Redondo Beach Home Sales
For the past several months in the South Bay, we’ve been experiencing a frenetic market where listings are sold in days, if not hours. If you blink, you miss them. Multiple offers on properties have effectively pushed prices up quickly. And there is no sign of a slow...
by Amy Cimetta | Jun 15, 2013 | Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Real Estate Market Update, Redondo Beach, Sales Stats
Here are some recent facts pertaining to the real estate market: 1. In May, 40% of Americans said it was a good time to sell a home, up from 30% in April and 16% a year before, according to a survey from mortgage giant Fannie Mae. 2. U.S. home prices jumped 12.1% in...