5923 Reva St, Lakewood, CA 90713

Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom home in the heart of Lakewood! Featuring inviting curb appeal and a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere, this home offers 1,104 square feet of comfortable living space on a 5,000-square-foot lot. Enjoy the outdoor space with a spacious side yard and backyard, perfect for relaxing or dining al fresco. For added convenience, the home includes a washer and dryer, along with a detached two-car garage featuring side-door access for easy laundry access. Located in a wonderful Lakewood community, this home is conveniently close to local schools, shopping, major freeways, and the city's many parks. With great neighbors and a desirable location, this is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy all that Lakewood has to offer.

Long Beach has always been a place where neighbors show up for one another.

The recent high tides and storms have been hard on parts of our coastline. To anyone dealing with the aftermath, we’re sending our support.

With more high tides on the way, here are a few ways we can prepare and look out for one another.

What are king tides?

King tides are the highest tides of the year. They happen when the moon and sun line up and pull a little harder on the ocean, bringing water a foot or two higher than a typical high tide. When they arrive alongside a strong swell or storm, low-lying areas can see flooding.

More king tides are expected this winter, typically from late fall through January. You can check exact times for your area with NOAA Tides & Currents or learn more through the California King Tides Project.

A few helpful steps

• Know your flood zone. Search your address on FEMA’s Flood Map Service Center.

• Review your coverage. Most standard homeowners policies don’t include flood damage, even outside high-risk zones. Check in with your insurance agent or visit FloodSmart.gov to explore options.

• Clear drains and gutters before winter rains.

• Keep sandbags handy. Long Beach residents can pick up free sand and sandbags with ID. See locations and details.

• Take photos of your home and belongings now, just to have them.

Check on your neighbors

Some neighbors may need an extra hand, especially older residents or anyone with limited mobility. A quick knock on the door, a text, or help carrying sandbags can mean a lot. Long Beach also offers help filling sandbags at the Lifeguard Station at 72nd Place.

Stay in the loop

Sign up for Alert Long Beach, the city’s free emergency notification system, and share it with friends and family nearby.

“Let’s just list it high and see what happens.”

We hear this all the time. And on the surface, it feels like there’s no risk. You can always adjust later, right?

But the market doesn’t work that way. Buyers are watching closely. The second something feels overpriced, they hesitate. They wait. Or they move on completely.

And while that’s happening, your home is building time on market. That’s the one thing that starts to work against you. Even great homes can lose momentum if they sit too long in the beginning.

Pricing correctly from the start isn’t about playing it safe. It’s about creating demand. When you position it right, you give buyers a reason to act… and that’s when you start to see stronger offers come in.

If you want to price strategically instead of guessing, we’ll walk you through exactly how we approach it.

1118 Sandi Ln, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Gorgeous Townhome in desirable Dana Woods, Costa Mesa community. Nestled away from the street in a peaceful cul-de-sac community, this end-unit townhome offers a rare sense of privacy that's hard to find so close to the coast. With 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 1,044 square feet of light-filled living space, it's tucked away from through traffic and everyday noise, making it feel like a quiet retreat while still being minutes from everything. Inside, high ceilings and two skylights fill the open living and dining area with natural light, while a gas fireplace and custom built-ins add warmth and character. Rich dark wood floors run throughout the home, leading up a custom wood staircase to the upper level. The kitchen features granite countertops, a gas range, dishwasher, and stainless steel appliances, along with a downstairs half bath. Upstairs, two true primary suites offer high ceilings, recessed lighting, and private baths, providing flexibility for guests, roommates, or a home office setup. One of the suites is a private retreat of its own, complete with a walk-in closet and a private balcony perfect for catching the evening ocean breeze. Comfort is covered year-round with dual heating and air conditioning units upstairs and down, while double-paned sliding glass doors lead out to a wrap-around patio, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The home also includes a 2-car attached garage with EV charging. Life outside the front door is just as appealing. A bike path runs nearby for easy neighborhood rides, nearby parks regularly host community events, and the beach is about a mile away for sunset walks or weekend mornings by the water. Back at home, the community pool and spa offer a place to unwind without ever leaving the neighborhood. Quiet, tucked away, and close to it all, this Costa Mesa townhome offers the kind of privacy and lifestyle that's tough to come by this close to the coast.

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34 Pathway, Irvine, CA 92618

Situated in the heart of Irvine at Portola Springs, 34 Pathway is a beautifully designed 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom end-unit townhome offering both comfort and convenience with park views. Spanning 1,359 sq. ft. across three levels, this home ensures privacy with no neighbors above or below. The third floor features two spacious bedrooms, including a primary suite with dual sinks, dual closets, and an ensuite bathroom. The second bedroom also has its own private bath, while a convenient half-bath on the 2nd level enhances everyday functionality. The open floor plan is ideal for modern living, featuring a stylish kitchen with an island, stainless steel appliances complemented by custom paint, crown molding, and wood shutters. Tile and upgraded flooring add warmth and style, while the private laundry closet offers added convenience. Enjoy outdoor relaxation on the patio or take advantage of the community's resort-style amenities, including a pool and spa, tennis and pickleball courts. The attached 2-car garage, complete with epoxy flooring, provides secure parking and extra storage. With central air heating and central cooling, year-round comfort is assured. Nestled in a well-maintained neighborhood with picturesque park views, this townhome is the perfect blend of modern design and peaceful

To everyone who has trusted us with a home, a move, or a big life decision: this post is for you.

Nothing beats seeing you in person. Our recent luau was full of hula lessons, Hawaiian food, and plenty of catching up with the people who make up our VB family.

Because that's what you are. Family. And our relationship doesn't end at the closing table.

We're Here for Life's Next Chapter

Maybe you've been wondering what Prop 19 could mean for you if you right-size. Maybe you're dreaming about a move out of state to be closer to loved ones, or helping your kids buy their first home.

Those are the conversations we love having. Some of our favorite calls start with "I didn't know who else to ask."

Our Little Black Book Is Yours

Need a CPA, a trust attorney, or a handyman who actually shows up? We've got you. Wherever you're headed, we'll help you get there.

Always Here, Always Happy to Hear From You

We're not going anywhere. Busy market or quiet one, we'll be right here, happy to talk business or just catch up on life. No pressure, no agenda.

Thinking about buying or selling? Schedule a consultation and join the VB family.

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Lower price point, less maintenance, and often a better location for the money. It's easy to see why a townhome catches your eye. Before you get too far into the process, there are a few financing details worth knowing that don't come up with a single-family home.

Not Every Community Qualifies the Same Way

Some townhome associations qualify for standard conventional loan programs, and some don't. That distinction changes the entire financing process and timeline, so it's worth confirming early rather than discovering it mid-escrow.

Recent Changes Worth Knowing

A streamlined financing option for townhome associations was discontinued this past August, which has slowed down some closings. Looking ahead, HOA reserve requirements are set to rise from 10% to 15% starting around January. Associations that aren't prepared for that increase could temporarily lose eligibility for standard financing, which may affect how many buyers can qualify for a given property.

None of this puts a townhome off the table. It just means asking the right questions upfront makes for a smoother process from offer to closing.

Found a townhome you're considering? Let us check its financing status before you fall too in love with it.

Notice things feeling a little quieter out there? Kids are back in school, schedules are settling, and the market always eases up this time of year. If it feels like a snail's pace compared to the last couple of years, that's because it is. But this isn't a slowdown to worry about. It's simply a return to the steady, pre-pandemic rhythm we all remember.
That slower pace holds true whether you're watching a condo, a townhome, or a single-family neighborhood. Things are moving, just without the frenzy.
If you're in a community with HOA dues, we know the hesitation. Dues can feel like money going nowhere, especially when a special assessment shows up out of the blue. But shift your perspective for a moment. When the roof needs replacing or termites move in, you're not covering that alone. Your neighbors are right there with you, sharing the cost. Want to know what's coming before it happens? Join the board and you'll always be in the know.
If a move has been on your mind, whether it's a condo, a townhome, or a house down the street, we'd love to help you figure out if now is the right time. Or if you're curious about the market this fall, or what your home might be worth right now, we're just a message away.

Sellers, what's the one thing you actually need to sell your home? It's not a fancy MLS description. It's not a sign in the yard. It's not even an agent.

You need a buyer.

That's it. Selling a home comes down to two parties agreeing on a price and terms. Everything else, the marketing, the staging, the open houses, exists to get you there. It all points to one outcome: finding the person who wants what you have and is ready to say yes.

This is why pricing matters so much. Price too high and you scare buyers away before they ever walk through the door. Price it right and you create competition, the kind that gets you multiple offers and leverage at the negotiating table.

It's also why exposure matters. The more qualified buyers who see your home, the better your odds of finding the one who falls in love with it, and the one willing to meet your terms.

But getting there isn't automatic. It matters who you work with. A good agent knows how to price your home to attract serious interest instead of scaring it off. A good agent knows how to market it so the right people actually see it. And a good agent knows how to separate a genuinely qualified buyer from someone who's just curious, so you're not wasting time on offers that never make it to the finish line.

An agent's job isn't to sell your home. It's to bring you the buyer who will, and to do it with the right pricing, the right marketing, and the right strategy behind it.

At the end of the day, escrow doesn't open because of a great sign or a slick brochure. It opens because two people agreed. Our job is making sure that agreement happens on your terms.