Sometimes, it’s what we can’t have that becomes our ultimate fixation. It’s a tale as old as time. But at JohnHart Real Estate, we hate to tell our valued clients “no.” And that’s why we’re thrilled to be one of the very few brokerages that can offer our clients off market properties. Off market properties […]
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The Best Time (and Places) to Catch the Perseid Meteor Shower 2026 (Updated)
It’s the most wonderful time of the year… if you’re a stargazer anyway. That’s because the Perseid meteor shower 2026 season has officially begun. Cloud cover over Los Angeles means a drive will be inevitable. But even with clear skies, you’ll need to find a spot much darker than any afforded by the sprawling Greater […]
The Ongoing Saga of Jackie and Shadow, Big Bear Lake’s Avian Power Couple
Featured image credit: Friends of Big Bear Valley It’s estimated that around 100,000 people flock to the mountainous resort town of Big Bear every year. Yet, your best chance of seeing the most illustrious seasonal residents is by staying glued to your computer. That’s because no one in Big Bear is as popular as the […]
JohnHart Sports and Entertainment Promises a More Secure Future for Young Celebrities
Money may not grow on trees, but lately it seems like it’s sprouting from the seemingly limitless bank accounts of collegiate athletes, young musicians, and rising stars of the entertainment industry. Finding wealth at a young age may seem like a godsend. But when a 22-year-old rookie signs a multi-million-dollar contract, they may not realize […]
Dina De Fazio Named Best REALTOR® in the San Gabriel Valley in the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards
JohnHart Real Estate is proud to congratulate Dina De Fazio on being recognized as the Best REALTOR® in the San Gabriel Valley in the 2026 SGV Readers’ Choice Awards. This prestigious recognition is especially meaningful because it is determined by the local community. Readers of the Pasadena Star-News, San Gabriel Valley Tribune, and Whittier Daily […]
As Climate Migrants Eye Los Angeles, It’s Time for the Top Real Estate Companies to Get Real
Photo credit: Jeff Turner We’re not here to debate climate change. But it is our responsibility to report on real estate trends with accuracy, and if you don’t believe that the top real estate companies in the country are also paying attention, then a market as competitive as LA’s will simply pass you by. Climate […]
Could a Multi-Generational Primary Residence Become the New Norm?
That old burn about living in your parents’ basement has lost a lot of its sting in LA’s current housing market. Rather, limited inventory and challenges to affordability are giving way to a new standard of multi-generational living. With a primary residence expected to support grandparents, parents, and children, the four-bedroom nuclear family home isn’t […]
Homes for Sale in Apple Valley CA Are Attracting the “Drive Until You Qualify” Crowd
Featured image credit: Z3lvs When the dream of homeownership starts to feel impossible, it may be time for a shift in perspective. Or maybe just a long drive. Enter the “drive until you qualify” philosophy. It’s a rising movement in Southern California’s metropolitan areas in which buyers committed to their dreams of homeownership simply keep […]
Now You Can See Pre-Market Listings Too! JohnHart Partners with Zillow on Zillow Preview℠
At JohnHart, we’ve done everything within our power to give our clients a heads up about any inventory coming to the market. We know those early days are crucial to buyers for setting a plan, just as they’re integral for sellers in building interest in their listings. We’re happy to announce that, by partnering with […]
How Shrinking Family Houses in Los Angeles Might Be Leading to Bigger Smiles
We make no secret of the fact that JohnHart’s clients overwhelmingly show interest in family houses as opposed to townhomes or condominiums. But the single-family home as we know it is going through an evolution. The all-purpose rooms of old are being replaced with intentional space. And with that efficiency comes a less-is-more approach that […]









