February 2008

Part 2: Selling “My Long Beach House is Better Than Your Long Beach Home”

February 25, 2008 by Jay Valento · Leave a Comment 

In 2008, we are still in a buyer’s market in Long Beach and Southern California. A buyer’s market means that there is more inventory available for sale than the number of homes. So, you, the home seller have to become more aggressive in your pricing and condition of your home; things that you [...]

Long Beach Listings Down by 438 Properties

February 21, 2008 by Jay Valento · 1 Comment 

On December 14th, 2007, there were 3,107 listings in the city of Long Beach.�
The number has gone down.
So, how many properties are for sale in the city of Long Beach as of today? Inquiring minds want to know….well we need some super secret investigating (okay not so secret but sounded good) and found the following:

Residential [...]

Part 1: Setting the Price on Your Long Beach Home or Condo

February 20, 2008 by Jay Valento · 2 Comments 

It’s all about the price in 2008 in the Long Beach real estate market is focused on price. Every buyer wants a deal and every seller wants to get the most money for their home. So the question is what is the real value of your home? “Should I list the home for more [...]

Live in a Long Beach Condo only 3 Blocks to the Sand

February 19, 2008 by Jay Valento · Leave a Comment 

Imagine waking up in the morning and walking to the local coffee shop…then down to the beach to relax on the sand and think about new ideas, friends, family and other things.  Now you can if you make 282 Redondo Avenue in Long Beach Ca condo your own.  This two bedroom, two bath condo has [...]

How to Save Time Searching for a Long Beach Property

February 19, 2008 by Jay Valento · Leave a Comment 

Searching for homes or condos online in Long Beach, California can be thrilling as well as a chore. We have learned over the past 15 years of real estate that to save a buyer time, it is best to meet and talk about their real estate plans in the beginning.
It helps in two areas, [...]

Discover New Grant Money for Long Beach Real Estate

February 7, 2008 by Jay Valento · Leave a Comment 

The city of Long Beach, California is continuing to offer it’s Down Payment Assistance Program for first time buyers. Buyers must current live or work in Long Beach and be willing to purchase a home or condo in Long Beach. The down payment amount is up to $10,000 and can be used for [...]