Top FAQ’s on Buying, Selling and Renting Real Estate

Q: Help! What can I do to rent out my home quickly?

A: When trying to rent out your home the best thing to do is first, allow a real estate agency to handle your showings. Why? Because you’ll know those prospective clients that come to see your home are really interested versus individuals flipping through the average newspaper ads that are “just looking around” to get a feel of what’s available. Next, remember less is more; try and move out as much furniture as possible; steam clean or replace the carpet, if any; and a fresh coat of white or cool platinum paint will brighten all the rooms. Nothing rents quicker than an empty place that looks roomy and spotless.

2. Q: How Can I Negotiate My Closing Costs?

A: Review your pre-settlement sheet that will contain all of your good faith estimates; there is always room for negotiation. Discount points can be negotiated, Pre-paid items may be reviewed for discrepancies like how many months in advance are you paying for real estate taxes, HOA fees, etc. Try to get your settlement date as close to the end of the month as possible. Each day you actually are living in the home you’re paying an agreed upon prorated price until your mortgage payment begins. Move in your new home Aug. 15th and you’ll pay 16 days, prorated for living in the home from the 15th until the 31st.

3. Q: Is there any strategy to delay the closing on my home? I’m suppose to close on the 5th of the month but I would like to save money and close towards the end of the month.

A: First, take a look at your contract and see if there is any statement about the settlement date. If the seller has stated any dates or clauses about when you go to settlement and you’ve signed that contract then you have no recourse, unless you can find something wrong. Is everything in the home complete? Exterior and Interior? You can also have an inspector with you during the walk-thru to see if there are any issues with the home that might delay your settlement date. Take your contract with you and note any issues you find that the seller is responsible for; Are styles, types and dimensions correct? Landscaping in order? If the seller has forgotten anything you must let them know and hope it is enough to delay closing, otherwise you’re obligated by that contract to proceed. Everyone wants to save money when purchasing a home but the time to think about this is during the initial contract phrase, not during those crucial days before your settlement.

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Wine Tasting @ Brix Restaurant: Thursday, August 13 - 6 p.m.- 8 p.m.

Brixwine Wine Tasting's are a fun and exciting way to immerse yourself into the world of wine! Head over with a group of friends or take your husband or wife for a sweet romantic evening. Tasting's are held every Thursday night from 7:00 to 9:00 PM incase you can't make it tomorrow. Featured at each tasting are 6 or 7 different wines under a common theme. Along with the wines, brix @ 1601 Restaurant pairs artisan cheeses to even further undulge your palate. Below is a listing of upcoming tasting's. Signing up for a tasting is quick and easy! Just simply click on the tasting advertisement to signup.


Location and Contact:
1601 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 165 Hermosa Beach, California 90254 phone: 310.698.0745fax: 310.698.0833

So much to do in the breezy South Bay

Live Music
Concerts in Pollywog Park from July 4 thru Labor Day, there will be concerts on the Redondo Beach Pier each Thursday and Saturday, 6-8 p.m.

It is the birthplace of beach volleyball and a haven for surfers.
The South Bay is comprised of three seaside cities, Hermosa, Mannattan and Redondo Beach.

The activities happens by the beach because locals believe there is" no life east of PCH."
The South Bay is divided into two main social areas, Manhattan Beach and Hermosa Beach (neighboring Redondo has a few spots but overall is far less lively). To the casual observer, it would be hard to distinguish one city from the other. The MB/HB border is marked by the "90210 House" on The Strand, the beach house used in the television show.
There are, however, differences worth noting. Hermosa's nightlife mixes in twentysomethings from Los Angeles with youthful locals. Bars in Manhattan are largely for locals and here, that's a good thing for everyone.
Men in both places are notoriously casual dressers, somewhat of a frustrating but reluctantly accepted fact among the women. Shorts, t-shirts and sandals are common attire in most places. Hey, it's by the beach!

2009 Summer of Music on the Redondo Beach Pier

• We all know most of us would like to enjoy our Summer as much as we can. We've gone to the beach, amusement parks, barbeques, and even gone to another country. Summer is almost over and heres your last chance for relaxation before you hit the books or go back to work.
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  July 9th-Sept 5th, Thurs & Sat, 6pm-8pm, Aug 22, 2pm-8pm

The Summer of Music concert series is returning to the Redondo Beach Pier and will feature a wonderful variety of music backed by truly amazing sunsets. The free bi-weekly concerts are presented by the Redondo Pier Association. Over 20 bands will perform music of many genres including Blues, Country, Hawaiian, Jazz, Rock, Salsa, Swing and Surf. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring a light blanket and beach chair for better enjoyment of the music and sunsets.Free.

LOCATION:

100 Fishermans Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA 90277