Where We Are Now: May 5, 2020

  Work From Home — Day 50 Terri Tiffany & The PR Roadmap 5:00AM PST This morning’s Where We Are Now is from the laptop of Terri Tiffany. Team – I got the call in my car as I sped across the Golden Gate Bridge with an unmarked white shopping bag in my trunk carrying over a half million dollars of diamond jewelry.  The jewelry was from...

Queen Anne Victorian on Belvedere Island

This six bedroom, four full bath, and two half bath residence was one of the first homes developed on Belvedere in the late 1800s. Listed by Payton + Binnings of Compass, the home has been exquisitely restored to perfection by the current owner, in conjunction with Hadley Construction. The property’s magazine-worthy design by Eugenia Jesberg has been featured in various publications, such as California Homes...

What's Happening This Week: May 4, 2020

Los Angeles Greater Area Ditch that same old walk By now, you might be getting bored with your local strolls. Here are some ingenious ways to create more interesting and educational walks — and even make a difference en route.  View this post on Instagram Amoeba was already planning on moving to a new spot on Hollywood Boulevard this fall, but today the massive indie...

Where We Are Now: May 4, 2020

Work From Home — Day 49 Never Bet Against America 5:15AM PST Team – The first 45 days of SIP were mentally and emotionally demanding on me; Friday, May 1, 2020 was somewhat transformative. Friday represented two breakthrough events. We completed the second re-forecasting of our business, and it was day one of our ability to safely and cautiously show properties. From all my listening...

Where We Are Now: May 1, 2020

Work From Home — Day 46 Punching Through the Glass Ceiling 5:30AM PST Team – Real estate professionals’ career ambitions generally include more transactions, higher price points, and a more balanced life. Our relationships or sphere of influence generally touch relationships that either are wealthier or are connected with a wealthier clientele than our track record enjoys. Our first “high-end” listing is always the hardest...

Sheltered in place, sellers and agents turn to DIY

Do-it-yourself home improvement projects can boost home values and pride of ownership, and with more time on their hands, homeowners and agents alike are running to the hardware store.  According to this April 28 article in Forbes, a recent report shows visits to Home Depot and Lowe’s increased by 7.4 percent and 9.6 percent compared to last year’s March visits.  Compass agent Dana Green recommends...

Paradise found: Architectural Pacific Palisades estate

Designed by the award-winning PAA Studio, this architectural home offers panoramic ocean and coastline views from nearly every room.  Upon entry, guests are greeted by an open great room and modern chef’s kitchen featuring Miele & Sub-Zero appliances, stone counters, and a large center island.  Floor-to-ceiling glass doors give way to an enormous deck/lounge overlooking the glorious Santa Monica Bay.  Organic elements such as wood...

Where We Are Now: April 30, 2020

Work From Home — Day 45 Pace and Execution 4:45AM PST Team – Meaningful life business lessons about pace and execution were tested during my tour at LoopNet.com starting in Spring 1998. I had pace and execution at my core from athletics, but the intensity was again to be tested Spring 1998. I received a call from an executive recruiter in early April 1998 about...

Where We Are Now: April 29, 2020

Work From Home — Day 44 Information is Free – Knowledge & Advice=Priceless 5:00AM PST Team – Frequent questions I field surround “disintermediation.” The fear that technology or discount will replace our role in real estate.  First know, Compass has bet big that the real estate professional not only survives but thrives and excels at the center of the real estate transaction. Second, know coastal...