Surterre Summertime Blood Drive Saves Lives

Jul 31, 2013

Courtesy of Surterre Properties On Monday, July 22, the American Red Cross arrived at our Newport Beach headquarters for our semi-annual blood drive. Thanks to our volunteer donors, we were able to collect 17 units of blood, which will save a total of 51 lives. We’re thrilled to have seen this turnout at our blood drive,” remarked President and CEO of Surterre, Gary Legrand. “Part of Surterre’s core philosophy is maintaining a strong sense of responsibility to the communities we serve. There exists a tremendous demand for blood – to think that we’ve helped save 51 lives is extremely rewarding.”

Summer Real Estate Market is Staying Hot

Jul 31, 2013

Courtesy of Sally Forster Jones of CB Previews International We are now well into summer and I am sure everyone is enjoying longer days, sunny weather, and warm temperatures. We often see a slow-down in the market during the summer months but this year the real estate market is remaining hot. Even as interest rates are creeping higher, we are continuing to see strong sales and increased demand. Well priced properties are selling for handsome values and we are continuing to experience many multiple offer situations.

Newly Listed: Santa Monica Penthouse With Ocean Views

Jul 29, 2013 — Rodeo Realty

Ocean views and an oceanfront terrace make this penthouse in Santa Monica a rare find. Located steps away from Santa Monica Beach, Palisades Park and The Promenade, this unit features open-plan public living spaces, floor-to-ceiling windows, a separate den or third bedroom that is also ocean front and a large, eat-in kitchen. There are two spacious bedrooms, including a generous master with en suite bath, marble counters, shower and soaking tub. The large ocean front terrace offers spectacular white water views and the top floor and corner location make this a rare find. The building features exercise room, sauna, steam room and pool. More photos and details on the listing.

Canadian Gulf Islands oceanfront beauties...ready to enjoy!

Jul 29, 2013 — Liane ("Li") Read, Sea to Sky Real Estate

Looking for a magical oceanfront acreage in the Canadian Gulf Islands?   Privacy, great sun exposure, dramatic viewscapes, an island lifestyle charm with all of today's amenities? Two choices to consider: An almost six acre oceanfront point of land, on Salt Spring Island, with architect designed home, four designed guest cottages, studio space, double garage for those classic cars, dock, beach, totally beautiful...enjoy those sunsets!   Asking: $7.5 (Canadian Dollars)

Manhattan Beach Real Estate Prices Go Wild

Jul 29, 2013

Courtesy of South Bay Brokers A recent article in The Hollywood Reporter describes the rising sale prices in Manhattan Beach: By key metrics, Manhattan Beach is one of the most on-fire real estate markets in the L.A. area right now. The small beach town of 35,000 residents located just south of LAX -- known for its high-profile sports star residents and Raleigh Manhattan Beach Studios -- hit a peak median residential sales price of $1.8 million in May, surpassing the highest median price of the boom year of 2006 (and up 22 percent from the same month in 2012). The South Bay town had the most $1 million-plus home sales of any Southern California city in 2012. Look on the Multiple Listing Service, and, as of July 22, there are just five single-family houses for sale in the burg for less than $1 million.”

The Return of Presales in Miami

Jul 29, 2013

Courtesy of Seaside Properties Group at Douglas Elliman Recently, the Miami real estate market has seen a huge increase of presales for yet-to-be-completed luxury condominium buildings. Spurred by low existing inventory and robust interest from overseas buyers, developers in South Florida sell residential buildings months to years before scheduled completion.

Off Market Home Selling - Is it The Right Thing for You?

Jul 29, 2013

Courtesy of The Dawn Thomas Team While not a new concept for veteran real estate agents, the terms “off-MLS” or “pocket” listings may be an unfamiliar phrase to many consumers and some newer agents. Home sellers and agents should nevertheless be aware that the practice can adversely affect their goal of getting the best price reasonably possible for their homes. As many as 10-15 percent of homes offered for sale today are “off-MLS” listings, according to one Multiple Listing Service (MLS).

Explore the San Juans into the Canadian Gulf Islands...enjoy!

Jul 27, 2013 — Liane ("Li") Read, Sea to Sky Real Estate

Thinking of visiting the Canadian Gulf Islands? The first weekend in August is a terrific time to sail into our Ganges Harbour and to explore the Village delights.   It's the annual B.C. Day Holiday Weekend...definitely a summer event in this part of the Pacific Northwest Coast. Our famed Saturday Market in the Park, several world-class art galleries, al fresco dining opportunities, a seaside / marina oriented location, live music venues, craft and specialty gift stores...be inspired by the artistic endeavours of this arts based island lifestyle.

Slow segue to shorter days? Oh oh, you Pacific Northwest Coast dwellers!

Jul 26, 2013 — Liane ("Li") Read, Sea to Sky Real Estate

That little voice in the brain is chanting "oh oh" as the days slowly slide into shorter and shorter daylight hours.  We in the Pacific Northwest Coast enjoy sunsets at 10:30 p.m. in late June/early July...and then the slow segue to shorter days begins.   Summer is a season that all Pacific coastal dwellers hunger for...lazy days on the boat, al fresco dining pleasures, that easy sensation of time to spill, time to spend.  

Multi-Generation Clubhouse Earns Top Architectural Honors

Jul 25, 2013 — Promontory Club, Summit Sotheby's International Realty

PARK CITY, Utah— Everything about this award-winning building was explicitly intended to inspire play, so it shouldn’t be surprising that the architectural and interior design teams couldn’t wait for the completion of construction to get in on the fun. The building just made us all smile,” says Donna Vallone, of Vallone Interior Design, whose crew joined the architectural team from Swaback Partners for a “painting party” a few months before The Shed was slated to open at the Promontory Club a year ago.
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