As most of you already know, I was recently nominated for an award for innovation. I mention this, not to toot my own horn or to get a bunch of emails congratulating me. I mention it because it got me thinking about innovation, my contribution in that category, what it means for our industry, and […]
Baby boomers aren’t helping the real estate boom! Thanks to their sheer numbers, the baby boomers have shaped society, driving social change and the economic expansion since the 1970s. But now they’re influencing society in a new way — by holding onto their homes. The oldest baby boomers are now in their early 70s, an […]
Ah yes, the smell of the fresh Cali breeze is upon us and that means it’s time to plan some getaways! We’ve put together a little list of places to go and things to see this Spring outside of California and around the U.S.. Check out our top 6 favorite travel spots to hit with the […]
Hustle isn’t just a term we use to motivate ourselves or describe our work ethic. Its not just a verb, or noun, or adjective that we use casually use in our everyday conversations. It’s a belief. Hustle is how every JohnHart staff member, agent, and broker wakes up, works, and goes to bed. Hustle is […]
If you’re $85 million home didn’t sell the first time, what is your next step?… To raise the price by $3 million of course! That’s exactly what Max Azria, founder of BCBG Max Azria Group, did when his massive LA home expired on the market after 527 days. Why tack $3 million onto the already high […]
Selling a home during the holidays sounds stressful, and for homeowners who love to entertain and go all-out with decorations, it could end up being a total buzzkill. But those willing to make their home sellable year-round stand to gain a competitive edge with fewer properties on the market and the most serious buyers out […]
Yes! Grab your popcorn and wine spritzer, the Black Friday Olympics have begun! We all know the holiday deals cause inevitable chaos, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take advantage of some these great home gadgets! Check out my Top 5 faves! 1. Notti Smart Light by Witti Elegant Mood Light that uses high powered, […]
Is it time to buy? Rental prices in LA rose for the seventh month in a row in August, according to a new report from Apartment List. The increase wasn’t a major one—just .5 percent—but it follows a steady upward climb that’s brought the citywide median price to $1,350 for a one-bedroom apartment and $1,740 for a […]
Recently we took a look at where in the LA area home prices are rising and falling the most; but what about condos? Are these units following similar patterns? Well, the MLS recently released a map tracking such sales around LA (though the Valley and South Bay are sadly not included). It compares the median price of condos sold […]
We all love gawking at homes we will one day be able to afford…ahem. So here’s a list of the 9 most beautiful NEW homes in the world. These marvelous residences feature unparalleled architecture, astounding creativity, and most importantly, originality. Let me know your favorite… 1. In a narrow alley in Tokyo, Japan, the House […]
