I have written several posts about Los Angeles homes for rent, providing tips and advice to navigate what is ever becoming a frustrating tight market. There are many sites and apps out there offering rental listings but if you are looking in a more upscale market then it might make sense to use a Realtor®. …
If you are considering renting a home in Los Angeles you should know that right now the market is tight for renters. Good rentals go quickly so you have to have all your ducks in a row to move quickly on a property you like. Here is a list to help you prepare and hopefully make …
5 Things to Consider When Renting a Home in Los Angeles Read More »
I am sure you have heard that Santa Monica has voted to ban rentals of less than 30 days in the City. Homeowners who live on the property can still have short-term renters but must be on-site, have a business license and will be subject to the 14% hotel tax. This new law is due to come into effect …
What’s Happening in the Short Term Los Angeles Rental Market? Read More »
O.K., I admit it. I am a Realtor® who does not own property. Had I started in this business earlier then I probably would have realized that one of the best investments you can make in your life is to buy real estate. I did own for a short period around 20 years ago, but …
Don’t Make the Mistakes I Made. Invest in Real Estate. Read More »
If you are unrepresented, when you first start looking for a home for sale or rent in Los Angeles, or anywhere else for that matter, you will be faced with so many choices. The search term “buying a home in Los Angeles” will bring you 77 million plus results. If you are more specific, for …
A Guide to Finding a Home in Los Angeles. Don’t do it Alone! Read More »
I often get calls from people looking to rent a home in Los Angeles, especially on the Wilshire Corridor. They start the conversation with “I saw a listing for an apartment at……” The majority of buildings on the Wilshire Corridor are not apartment buildings, they are condominiums. So what’s the difference? An apartment building is …
The Difference Between Leasing an Apartment or a Condominium Read More »
Finding a good rental property in Los Angeles is difficult at the best of times. Inventory, although improving, is still low, rents are rising, and the good homes lease quickly. Some of the following items are going to make finding a good lease more difficult: Bad credit or no credit. The first thing a landlord …
7 Potential Problems When Renting a Home in Los Angeles Read More »
Los Angeles is not an inexpensive place to live, and not a place where you can easily say it makes more sense to buy than rent. However, I often get people who are considering renting a home in Los Angeles and end up buying because it does make more sense. Because rents are so high in …
L.A. Real Estate. To Buy or Not to Buy? That is the Question Read More »
When buying a home in Los Angeles you hopefully will and should have your own buyer representation through a Los Angeles Realtor®. And sometimes you will use a Realtor® when you are looking for a Los Angeles rental property. Remember that when you choose your agent they are working for you and no one else. …
Buying or Renting a Home in L.A. Don’t Shoot the Messenger Read More »
If you are moving to Los Angeles, or maybe selling your home and moving to a Los Angeles rental, you may not be familiar with the process. So here are answers to some questions you may have. Q: How do I find a rental property in Los Angeles? A: There are many ways to find …
Frequently Asked Questions When Renting a Los Angeles Home Read More »
