Sellsius Top 12 Women Real Estate Bloggers

I am privileged and honored to have been included in such a lofty group of talented real estate bloggers.  It was an absolute pleasure first meeting the Sellsius boys, Joe and Rudy back in April, at the Laguna Beach get together, and then again during their BLOG TOURS USA travels down at the lovely Del Mar Race Track.  It seems very strange getting together with a large group of people who have never met before yet are as close as any group of co-workers, but that is how it is in the real estate blogging community.  We have all become a large, nationwide family. 

I am thrilled to have discovered blogging as a way to communicate directly with todays consumer.  Finding my voice has been one of the most liberating experiences in my life. 

I would like to thank the Active Rain Community without whom this would never have been possible.  Last but not least I would like to thank my friend and mentor Mary McKnight of Rsspieces who taught me most of what I know.  Thank you, from the bottom of my lil pink heart! 

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Posted on October 09, 2007 11:44:17 by Laurie.Manny

Long Beach Homes and Condos - Negotiating Your Offer

LONG BEACH HOMES - LONG BEACH CONDOS

Negotiating the Sale of Your Long Beach Homes and Condos

For BUYERS and SELLERS

Wow, what a real estate market in Long Beach these days, huh?  Not many buyers out there, showings are scarce, prices are dropping, lenders are closing up shop, loan programs are disappearing - in the middle of escrows.  How does a seller protect themself?  Is it even possible?

It is possible to put yourself in the best possible position, once you receive an offer.  Here are a few critical things you can do to protect yourself when buying or selling your Long Beach Homes and Condos:

1. Demand a Lock-In Letter - valid through the close of escrow.
2. Demand a Loan Commitment.
3. Demand that the buyer Double App their loan.
4. Pre Qualification Letters and Pre Approval Letters are not worth the paper they are written on, they do however provide the name and phone number of the lender.  Your Long Beach REALTOR® can and should call the lender and ask if they will be able to provide the lock in letter and the loan committment, and in what time frame. 
5. Place these terms in your counter-offer as terms to be met "PRIOR TO ACCEPTANCE OF OFFER". 

Sound Harsh?  Not really.  Lets take a look at it.

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Posted on September 14, 2007 19:33:37 by Laurie.Manny

Naples Island Long Beach Home Sought for All Cash Buyer

LONG BEACH REAL ESTATE-NAPLES ISLAND HOME

Seeking Naples Canal Home-Long Beach California

If you are thinking about selling your Naples Island Canal front home at any time in the near future, I have an all cash buyer from the East Coast searching for a second home on one of our lovely Naples Canals. They have seen a few, but not the right one yet. 

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Posted on August 27, 2007 12:54:28 by Laurie.Manny

Stage Your Long Beach Home to Sell

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Posted on August 25, 2007 10:53:43 by Laurie.Manny

Downtown Long Beach Condos-555 Maine-Emerald Villas-Market Report

Emerald Villas - Market Report

Downtown Urban Living at its finest.

The beautifully appointed Emerald Villas Condos are a delight to visit. Peaceful Zen like gardens greet you in the main entry, which lead to a beautiful community pool, spa and barbeque in a lovely and lush, tropical setting. 

Quiet and peaceful is the tone here. 

A community rooftop deck sports a fantastic view of Downtown Long Beach. Come home to a good workout in the community gym after a long day at the office. Emerald Villas is located one short block from the beautiful Cesar Chavez Park and is walking distance to:

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Posted on August 11, 2007 17:06:53 by Laurie.Manny