What's Happening This Week: May 18, 2020

Los Angeles Greater Area LA’s visionary Mid-Century houses  In Mid-Century SoCal, top designers and architects were challenged to create affordable, innovative houses for Postwar living. The spacious, flowing indoor/outdoor Case Study Houses are still inviting spaces to explore today. View this post on Instagram by @elizabethdaniels01 A post shared by Case Study House #17, 1947 (@casestudy17) on Jun 11, 2016 at 2:20pm PDT Descanso beauty...

Where We Are Now: May 15, 2020

Work From Home — Day 60 26th Secretary of Defense, retired General James N. Mattis 5:15AM PST Team – I made a small donation to the SEAL Family Foundation, and as a result yesterday I enjoyed a one hour conversation with retired General and 26th Secretary of Defense, James N. Mattis. When I originally signed up, it was to be a dinner in Orange County organized  by...

Where We Are Now: May 14, 2020

Work From Home — Day 59 MUST READ — Second SIP Survey Results 5:30AM PST Team – Our marketing team and all of you are amazing. As of 8PM last night we had 887 responses to our second SIP Market Dynamics Survey. The results are in. This team rocks on participation when called upon. We thank you collectively! The table below illustrates your opinions. Before the...

Rustic farmhouse captures natural seaside elegance

Situated on a picturesque palm tree-lined street, this new construction 5 bedroom, 5.5 bath rustic farmhouse features a bright open floor plan that captures the natural elegance of the Pacific Palisades.  A striking chef’s kitchen, living, and dining area seamlessly open to the sunny backyard. A large en-suite bedroom completes the sumptuous first floor.  An oversized picture window reveals relaxing outdoor views ascending the stairs...

Where We Are Now: May 13, 2020

  Work From Home — Day 58 In-Flight Course Corrections 6:00AM PST Team – If you have not already, please complete our 2nd SIP Market Dynamics Survey as it closes at 5PM PST today. I am a huge advocate of planning your business and executing your business plan. If not, others will out-execute you as they have a business plan. Pretty simple. May not be right, but it’s...

Where We Are Now: May 12, 2020

Work From Home — Day 57 More on Private Exclusives and Clear Cooperation Team – Since May 1st we have stress bubbling up in California about Clear Cooperation and Compass Private Exclusives. In my opinion, the ultimate solution will be defined by buyers and sellers, not NAR, CAR, or a local board. As a result, the ultimate solution will take some time. To understand the...

Where We Are Now: May 11, 2020

  Work From Home — Day 56 Private Exclusive — Play Some Offense 5:10AM PST Team – Welcome back to the chase!  We had an amazing weekend of activity. Details at the Closing Bell. We are 11 days into the new Clear Cooperation guidelines issued by NAR and adopted by many local Boards and MLSs. Consumers have not yet adjusted to the top down policy...

What's Happening This Week: May 11, 2020

Los Angeles Greater Area Ordering masks? Shop local Life in a global fashion center has its advantages. The latest: All the LA-based brands that have pivoted to face masks. Here, just a few local companies now offering cool but serious facewear. View this post on Instagram Our masks are now back in stock and will ship within 3-7 days once ordered. The Factory team is...

Where We Are Now: May 8, 2020

Work From Home — Day 53 Information is Powerful 4:30AM PST Team – I need a favor. We need your listing and new escrow information on a hyper-timely basis. It’s a simple ask. It’s a course of business, and it’s a vital component of our information management. At the onset of SIP, we all scrambled to acclimate to new health and market conditions. Our actions...