Lately people have been frequently asking my take on the where housing prices are now. Are we in the “housing bubble”? The question can be phrased in different ways, but the message is the same. Buyers, sellers, economists, media personalities – you name it - are all concerned.I can’t help but find it ironic that Realtors’ brains are being picked on this topic because there has been an on-going attempt over the past 20 years by the large tech platforms to eliminate Realtors. We are the “unnecessary cost” in a Real Estate transaction from many of the pundits. Yet, they seek and value our perspective. I have always closely watched how the Commercial Real Estate market fares particularly in comparison to residential estate. In the past, residential real estate had a short-term herd mentali... 07/28/2021

I am lucky and blessed to have such wonderful clients. Two of these three recent clients are repeat customers.  I consider all three friends now.  It is sad that two have moved out of our area.  It is rewarding to know that they both are where they want to be.  Dreams do come true! Thomas and Keiko Takeuchi"We have used Ray twice during the last few years.  First to sell my mother's home and her belongings.  Ray and his wife were very helpful and truthful about what would and would not sell.  They were very organized so we used Ray to sell our home during the COVID pandemic.  It was a hectic time, plus we had to follow COVID Guidelines.  We got a lot done in a short time.  Without Ray's help, we would still be trying to sell our house and not be in Southern California near out daughter.... 07/30/2021

Speechless Sunday :  can you tell which one is the stuffed animal?... in honor of National Mutts Day thanks to Nina Hollander, Broker  sharing with us I had to ask this question:))   Wishing you a safe Wishing you a safe and healthy life and I look forward to your comments. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, focused and goal-oriented Realtor in the Beverly Hills area who will help you achieve your Real Estate goals, please reach out to me directly! If you are looking for a pet friendly Beverly Hills Realtor who can handle and sell the most difficult properties that no one else could, please reach out to me directly!! If you are considering buying or selling a home, a luxury home, luxury investment real estate, luxury vacation homes, or luxury beach properties in Southern California... 08/01/2021

What an easy dinner after a long day... many Realtors come home late and now what to do for a quick and easy dinner. No you an not order pizza every day when you get home late. How about a healthy, 'Seared Ahi Tuna with Broccoli and Mashed Potatoes'? Our friend Rocky Dickerson  inspired us to share some easy summer meals that are delicious and can be done quickly.   I am all about healthy and we can not always eat Gourmet, but it does not hurt to change things up a bit. So with that said the ingredients are super easy:1.  Fresh Ahi Tuna from your favorite fish store or even some grocery stores sell them I like to get about 12 to 15 ounces and share with Diane.2.   Fresh Broccoli again the Grocery Stores can  provide those for a quick shopping if you do not have the ingredients,3. Little... 07/31/2021