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Unpacking the Post-Fire Real Estate Landscape in Pacific Palisades

The real estate market in the Palisades has shifted dramatically, with a surge in vacant lot listings following the recent fires. While demand and pricing trends suggest a buyer’s market, certain lots have sold above listing due to unique factors. With inventory levels at a 29-month supply and price reductions already occurring, a clearer picture of the market is emerging. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for both buyers and sellers navigating this evolving landscape.

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Pacific Palisades Rising from the Ashes

For nearly a century, this community symbolized the American dream, blending small-town charm with urban accessibility. But a catastrophic wildfire has left it reeling, with half its homes and key landmarks destroyed. As residents face displacement and deep loss, the rebuilding process presents an opportunity to reshape its future—balancing tradition, sustainability, and inclusivity. Will it retain its cherished character or evolve into something unrecognizable? The path forward will test the community’s resilience and unity.

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Why Leases Continue to Dominate the Palisades Market and Risks in a Changing Market

The real estate market in Pacific Palisades has undergone significant changes, with home sales dropping by almost 20% and a sharp increase in leasing activity. This shift raises critical questions about the future of the market, including whether it now favors buyers, given lower sales prices and higher interest rates. However, the leasing market remains strong despite the larger inventory, and several factors continue to limit the number of homes available for sale. As interest rates potentially moderate through 2024, the market may see more balanced activity, though the future of leasing prices remains uncertain.

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Guide to Selling a Home

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How to Sell a House

Home Appraisals Can Cause Sales Problems

No doubt most appraisers are sufficiently skilled and experienced to be able to provide appraisals that are suitable for obtaining loan approval and are fully accordant with the professional appraisal standards.

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Guide to Buying a Home

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Buying a Home

What is the Benefit of Title Insurance?

Insurance in general is a contract whereby one party agrees to indemnify or reimburse another party for loss or damage that may occur under the terms and provisions of their contract. The contract is called an insurance policy.

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Senior Lifestyle Options

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Downsizing & Rightsizing

Empty Nesters: When Downsizing Your Home Makes Sense

An increasing number of Palisadians have considered downsizing their home due to becoming “empty nesters.” For example, they may own a 5 or 6 bedroom house and have higher maintenance costs and/or feel that it does not make sense to keep such a large place for just the one or two of them. 

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Downsizing & Rightsizing

Downsizing Issues for Seniors

When interviewing with a senior to list their home, I ask them what their most important considerations and concerns are about selling their home. Most are looking for an agent they feel they can trust and with whom they have the right “chemistry.”

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