Long Beach Foreclosures Can Be a Good Deal

If you've been considering buying a home in Long Beach, California, this could be a good time. Right now, there are a number of distressed properties on the market with reasonably low prices. Both short sales and foreclosures can represent good deals for Long Beach home buyers and the fact that … [Read more...]

Pricing Advice for Long Beach Home Sellers

Even though prices have dropped over the past five to six years, we sometimes encounter homeowners who are in denial about their home value. Obviously if you are selling your home, you want to get as much as possible, but pricing it at the highest price doesn't necessarily accomplish that … [Read more...]

809 Mira Mar Ave

SOLD! Beautiful, light and airy 1920s Spanish style bungalow has all the architectural charm of days gone by. You'll love the formal entryway, arched doorways, barrel ceiling, faux fireplace, hardwood floors, built-in buffet, and numerous original, multi-paned windows. The home features three … [Read more...]

2429 E 4th St

  JUST SOLD! This charming 3 bedroom Craftsman bungalow in the Rose Park South Historic District features a large living and dining room with hardwood floors, a master bedroom wih separate sitting area and a full master bath with clawfoot tub and separate shower.  There are 2 additional … [Read more...]

June 2011 Newsletter from The Shannon Jones Team

Welcome to the most current Housing Trends eNewsletter. This eNewsletter is specially designed for you, with national and local housing information that you may find useful whether you’re in the market for a home, thinking about selling your home, or just interested in homeowner issues in … [Read more...]

810 Junipero, Long Beach

JUST SOLD!  Craftsman bungalow in the Rose Park Historic District has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a formal living and dining room, plus a huge family room that opens to a deck. The home features hardwood floors, a remodeled kitchen and a detached garage.  If you're looking for a gigantic master … [Read more...]

Is It Important to Get Building Permits in Long Beach?

Frequently, I am asked by Long Beach home buyers and sellers about permits -- how important are they? The answer is -- very! If you are making additions or improvements that you think the city may require building permits for, then GET THEM! And if you're not sure, then head to Long Beach City … [Read more...]

814 Cedar Avenue, Long Beach

TAKING BACK-UP OFFERS!  Stately 2-story Edwardian home in the Willmore City/DrakePark Historic District has incredible original charm and flair throughout. Just past the lovely, curved front porch, you'll find a formal entry and classic staircase, hardwood floors & original woodwork. The … [Read more...]

3927 Gardenia Ave, Long Beach

  JUST SOLD!  This charming, spacious 2 bedroom home is conveniently located in the Bixby Terrace area of Long Beach.  It features a large living room with a fireplace, and a large formal dining room with direct kitchen access. The eat-in kitchen features tile counters, dishwasher, and a … [Read more...]

Fannie Mae announces closing cost assistance – Homes available in the Long Beach area

Fannie Mae announced this week that people purchasing a Fannie Mae-owned HomePath property will receive up to 3.5 percent in closing cost assistance, but time is of the essence. The initial offer must be submitted on or after April 11, 2011; and the sale must close on or before June 30, 2011 to … [Read more...]