You might be a seasoned veteran of residential real estate without ever needing to untangle the nuances of a modified gross lease. And there’s a good reason for that. Modified gross leases are typically relegated to the realms of commercial real estate. But can such leases apply in a residential transaction? Short answer: yes. But […]
What does it mean to be a community authority? If you don’t know the answer, we’ve got 25 places you can start. As we’ve discussed at great length, location-based searches and a strong digital reputation are even more important than ever with the rapid rise of AI-supported searches. The agents who made this intensely competitive […]
There was a time not too long ago when prime real estate was location-based, usually determined by a structure’s proximity to businesses, schools, parks, and luxurious amenities. But these days, the “prime” indicator means different things to different people. This makes it tougher to pin down as the definition is pulled this way and that […]
Even in these days of economic uncertainty, interest in high-end real estate, like luxury mansions, continues to grow according to numerous sources. But when it comes to serving this higher echelon of clientele, a rookie real estate agent typically won’t cut it. Premium real estate agents consistently illustrate a mastery of the luxury market. But […]
If you’ve had the pleasure of buying or selling a property in Monrovia in the last decade, then you’re undoubtedly familiar with the powerhouse duo of Gina Ammon and Donna Baker. These two forces combine their expertise and ethics, daring to make real estate as enjoyable and worthwhile an experience as life in their cozy […]
Homeowners associations across California continue adjusting to caps imposed on HOA fines in the wake of Assembly Bill 130 (AB 130). Signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom on June 30, 2025, and taking immediate effect, AB 130 places a $100 cap on HOA fines – although it’s important to note that this is on […]
Was there ever really a time when you could simply throw a home listing on a real estate brokerage’s website and twiddle your thumbs while the property sells itself? If those legendary conditions did, in fact, exist, they’re long gone now. Today’s buyers and sellers are contending with a monster of a market characterized by […]
Featured image credit: Junkyardsparkle It’s taking every bit of our control to not let this grow into a colossal blog, but we never run short of good things to say about Burbank. It’s why JohnHart chose it as the site of our biggest office yet, the JohnHart Village. A good portion of our staff and […]
In our convenience-driven culture, we understand why so many potential homebuyers and sellers make platforms like Zillow and Redfin the first stops on their real estate journeys. There’s no commitment on the browser’s part, and they can get an idea of the market supported by data and imagery that’s easy on the eyes. But if […]
Summer has long reigned as the season of the big move. The kids are out of school, the daylight is plentiful, and the weather may be hot, but it won’t destroy your furniture. It’s hard to beat the summer for home sales – unless you’ve got an eye for a deal. The savvy buyers save […]
