by cgilles | Jan 19, 2025 | Rent or Sell Your Remodeled Home
Image by Freepik Rent or Sell? Making the Smart Choice for Your Remodel Choosing what to do with your newly renovated property requires careful thought beyond simply renting or selling. Each route comes with unique benefits and hurdles shaped by market...
by cgilles | Jan 10, 2025 | Blog, Relocation Guide
Mastering the Art of Career Relocation: A Comprehensive Guide Embarking on a career relocation journey can be a major step toward personal and professional growth. Whether motivated by a new job opportunity or a desire for a fresh start, careful planning and strategic...
by cgilles | Jun 27, 2024 | Multi-Generational Housing
Living Together, Living Well: The Multi-Generational Home In today’s world, the concept of a multi-generational home is not just a necessity but a choice many families willingly make. The charm of having grandparents, parents, and children living together...
by cgilles | Apr 1, 2024 | Home Mortgage Interest Deductions
Home Mortgage Interest Deductions With April 15th right around the corner, you might find the following information helpful as you file your taxes for the 2024 tax year. Mortgage Insurance Premiums The itemized deduction for mortgage insurance premiums has expired....
by cgilles | Jan 17, 2024 | Down Payment Assistance, FHA Loans, First-Time Home Buyers, Home Buyers, Homes for Sale in Torrance, Housing and School Districts, Mortgage
Down Payment Assistance Programs So, you are ready to buy a home. And now you speak with a lender who says, “how much money have you set aside for your downpayment and closing costs?” Down Payment??? Closing Costs??? Oh my! Well now, there are so many...
by cgilles | Dec 6, 2023 | a-El Segundo
El Segundo, CA 90245 Wed Dec 06 2023 This week the median list price for El Segundo, CA 90245 is $1,845,000 with the market action index hovering around 41. This is less than last month’s market action index of 42. Inventory has held steady at or around 9. Click...
by cgilles | Aug 9, 2023 | Retirement
Perfecting Your Space After Leaving the Workforce The freedom of retirement is a lot to take in at once. One great way to start enjoying your newfound liberties is to relocate to a home that will facilitate all your plans for the new chapter in your life. The...
by cgilles | Jul 30, 2023 | Home Buyers, Home owning expenses, Homeowners Insurance
HOMEOWNERS INSURANCE California UPDATE As many of you know, many of the insurance companies have stopped selling new homeowner insurance policies in the State of California. Before closing escrow, you will need a homeowner insurance policy to cover the lender’s...
by cgilles | Jul 17, 2023 | Blog, Carol Gilles, Rancho Palos Verdes, Whale Watching
Neighborhood Spotlight: Rancho Palos Verdes Rancho Palos Verdes features a variety of living choices, from Oceanfront homes and Rural Ocean Enclaves to quiet family neighborhoods. Serene ocean views dot the coastline. So whether you are looking for Whales or the...
by cgilles | Jul 12, 2023 | Blog, Open House, Preparing Your Home for Open Houses and Showings, Preparing Your Home for Sale
Preparing Your Home for Open Houses and Showings: A Comprehensive Guide When it comes to selling your home, first impressions matter. As a homeowner, you want potential buyers to be impressed by your property from the moment they step through the door. This means...
