• Black Professionals Spotlight: Tradeway Flooring

    9 June, 2021

    Black Professionals Spotlight: Tradeway Flooring

    Bay Area-based Tradeway Flooring offers the largest selection of flooring options—from carpet to solid wood, luxury vinyl planks to bamboo—at the lowest prices. Whether a client is looking to spruce up a room before selling, or a new homeowner wants to make their home their own, Tradeway is a reliable resource for quotes, recommendations, and even customization. We chatted with the owner Darryl Johnson about...

  • Original 1926 Hollywoodland Mediterranean

    8 June, 2021

    Original 1926 Hollywoodland Mediterranean

    Compass architectural agents Jill Galloway and Bret Parsons have listed an original 1926 Hollywoodland home with a rich historical pedigree. Designed by architect Elmer Grey, whose other projects include the famous Beverly Hills Hotel, the property called Hollywood Hills House rises from historic stone walls to a commanding Beachwood Canyon promontory with spellbinding views. California Historical Society Image: The historic photo above (photographer unknown) captures...

  • What's Happening This Week: June 7, 2021

    7 June, 2021

    What's Happening This Week: June 7, 2021

    Los Angeles Greater Area Rare cars on Rodeo The Beverly Hills Concours d’Elegance always draws a ton of people to Rodeo Drive. But this year, we’re not quite ready to go there. Enter the Father’s Day Tour d’Elegance—50 of the world’s rarest cars rolling down the iconic streets of Beverly Hills. Watch (distanced) on the sidewalk, or from outdoor restaurant seating. Vrrroom. Photo by Colton...

  • Palais De Cristal: An unrivaled estate at the pinnacle of Crystal Cove

    4 June, 2021

    Palais De Cristal: An unrivaled estate at the pinnacle of Crystal Cove

    Perched atop one of Southern California’s most desirable locations on the Newport Coast, at the pinnacle of Crystal Cove, Palais de Cristal is incomparable property offering unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island, Newport Harbor, and Palos Verdes all the way up to Los Angeles. The rare offering, listed at $69,800,000 is the highest priced listing in Orange County, represented by McKown Weinstein Associates...

  • At Home with Cassandra Petersen

    3 June, 2021

    At Home with Cassandra Petersen

    Home is now more meaningful than ever. Home is a sanctuary, it’s where we find refuge, comfort, and our loved ones. And now it’s also the office, the gym, a school, playground, and more. From Los Angeles to the Bay Area, our agents are adapting their business to serve their clients like never before — from within their own homes. In this series, we take...

  • Life meets art. Cat meets house. Lyon Ranch wins.

    2 June, 2021

    Life meets art. Cat meets house. Lyon Ranch wins.

    Is it a residence? Or a work of art? Surveying San Francisco from atop Dolores Heights, The Bauhaus is a stunning blend of both. Inspired by its namesake European modernist art school, it’s a meticulously envisioned showplace that embodies the Bauhaus marriage of art, technology and nature. And when it sells, a great cause will benefit. Listing agent Erin Thompson (ET&Co) hopes to bring awareness...

  • What's Happening This Week: June 1, 2021

    1 June, 2021

    What's Happening This Week: June 1, 2021

    Los Angeles Greater Area 8 easy hikes with “wow” ocean views There has to be a happy medium between a tranquil walk on the beach and a punishing hike up a rocky canyon, right? Welcome to coastal trails. High above the ocean, tracing the water’s edge, these routes are so effortless only the dramatic views will leave you breathless. Here are a few of the...

  • From Relief to Real Estate Acquisitions: Oakland Black Business Fund Empowers Entrepreneurs

    28 May, 2021

    From Relief to Real Estate Acquisitions: Oakland Black Business Fund Empowers Entrepreneurs

    “Open Your Own Shop; Secure Prosperity and Secure Your Freedom.” –Madame C.J. Walker The inspirational quote by Madame C.J. Walker, America’s first black female millionaire, and the bright smiles of Oakland entrepreneurs found on the Oakland Black Business Fund (OBBF) website tell a compelling story about the organization’s altruistic purpose. Proper Fashions: 1200 Clay St, Downtown Oakland | Oakland Black Business Fund Queen Hippie Gypsy,...

  • Space, flexibility and endless options

    27 May, 2021

    Space, flexibility and endless options

    Begin with two airy, beautifully remodeled flats—one up, one down. Add two ADUs, each polished and ready to become a studio, office, apartment. Finish with a large motor court, surrounded by garage space for five cars. Set it all on a massive 6,333 square foot, L-shaped lot at the prime spot where the Castro, Mission Dolores, Duboce Triangle and Mission Districts converge. This is The...