Laura Dandoy Blog

Happy holidays from all of us at Laura Dandoy RE/MAX Resources!

Claremont is a thriving city where there’s always plenty to do and see, and it consistently ranks as one of the best places to live in the United States. With its beautiful homes, historic buildings, and flourishing businesses, it’s no wonder why so many people love to live and work there.

Since 2012, I Like Pie in Claremont Village has been baking individual-size pies from scratch — and earning rave reviews. We sat down with founder and owner Annika Corbin to discuss her journey as a small business owner, her favorite pie, and what makes the City of Claremont such a special place.

“This week we sent the kids home with a big bag of art, so our parents are pretty excited. They get it,” says Gabrielle Heide, owner and operator of Studio Claremont. 

When we sell a home, we want to make sure we get the most bang for our buck—and not miss anything too evident during the selling process. Not surprisingly, many statistics surround the question, “When is the best time to sell my house?” and in some cases, it may be wise to wait, while certain circumstances can bring you to sell immediately.

Our homes are our sanctuaries. When it’s time to move, however, we need to reimagine it for potential buyers. When you stage a house for selling, it’s a different thought process than creating a space for yourself and loved ones. You have to appeal to a broader audience, and that means hiding personal items or rearranging furniture. All sellers want there home to have the most expansive reach possible. Therefore, consider following these steps to staging your home before buyers walk in your front door.

The world of real estate is ever-evolving, and nowhere is this truer than in Southern California. The hotter the market, the more flux you can expect to see. Still, professionals can make predictions about the market with quite a bit of accuracy. So, what are the trends they are expecting to see in 2019?

Are you thinking about purchasing a home in the next several months? If you live in or are relocating to Southern California, you're not alone. This area features one of the hottest housing markets in the country. And, as one might expect, it doesn't look like that will be changing any time soon. But, before you jump into the process, there are a few things you should know about the current housing market.

You’re armed with your pre-approval letter, your wants and needs list, and your knowledge of the real estate market. Now comes the fun part: searching for homes! Like any part of buying a home, the home search has its ups and downs. But once you’re living in your new home, spending weekends shopping for furniture and décor, and enjoying all the amenities of your new location, you know you wouldn’t trade the experience for anything. Here are the moments only home buyers understand.

Thinking of buying a home or relocating to the Foothills of the metro Los Angeles area of California? Consider these top 6 communities for your next home—they’re without a doubt the best of the Foothills!