Buyer’s Story: 672 Cypress For me, as someone who studied architecture, one of the most rewarding aspects of working with buyers is discussing the psychology of living in a space—how they move, work, and socialize. I particularly enjoy finding a great match for my clients, especially in a market where the value of agents is being questioned. Peter and Julia bought 672 Cypress, a 718-square-foot home with an undesirable layout where you had to go through the bathroom to get to the bedroom. We shared a vision to make the space more functional, and I redesigned the entire floor plan to maximize ..read more

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Despite numerous obstacles, a real estate journey unfolds—a testament to unwavering perseverance. For over six months, we navigated the challenges of selling a property filled with hurdles. Stairs clashed with the neighborhood's aesthetics, while litter and abandoned vehicles plagued the streets. Enforcing parking regulations and clearing abandoned cars required substantial resources. Yet, we persevered with unwavering hope and a relentless work ethic, refusing defeat. Finally, victory emerges—a symbol of resilience in adversity. Congratulations, Rebecca, and best wishes for your next chapter ..read more

Out of numerous options, Peter and Julia's offer shone through. Buyers should recognize that the significance lies not only in the price but also in favorable terms, a dependable lender, and effective communication among agents. With their offer accepted, they're set to undertake a significant remodel, and we're here to provide support every step of the way. 672 Cypress Ave Los Angeles, CA 90065, USA ..read more

After a year of preparing for a possible move to Los Angeles, our clients decided to make the move and wanted a house quickly.  After locating, negotiating, and closing escrow we are now remodeling the home and preparing it for their arrival in about two months. 2326 Meadowvale Ave Los Angeles, CA 90031, USA ..read more

On Sunday, May 26th from 10-3 PM the Urban Hillsides team will be repurposing furnishings and decor from our home staging division to you. Celebrating 10ish years of staging by purging our inventory. Please visit and hunt for a few treasures for yourself.  Hubert/Barbosa home in Echo Park-Address to follow ..read more

This Week’s Topic: Valet: Sell For More, Sell FastThe Valet Program assists a seller in prepping their home for sale with no upfront costs. With a sound plan, this translates into selling a home for more and faster. Darren and Joe discuss the details of how the program works. Note: We have all the weekly topic videos at urbanhillsides.com/live-stream Thursday 2 PM - like/follow us at https://www.facebook.com/urbanhillsides https://www.youtube.com/urbanhillsides https://twitter.com/urbanhillsides https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-cloninger-378a964/ You can go to Live Stream — Urban Hillsides Real ..read more

This Week’s Topic: Spring Market Is HereThe spring real estate market is the perennial strong season for buyers and sellers. Darren and Joe give their take on what may be different this time around. Their opinions could help buyers and sellers get a more real grasp of the challenges ahead. Note: We have all the weekly topic videos at urbanhillsides.com/live-stream Thursday 2 PM - like/follow us at https://www.facebook.com/urbanhillsides https://www.youtube.com/urbanhillsides https://twitter.com/urbanhillsides https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-cloninger-378a964/ You can go to Live Stream — Urban ..read more

A race against time: with just a 15-day window to locate a property we found a match and negotiated an acceptance in this competitive market. Real estate requires both quick decisions and actions right alongside nurturing and patience. It can be a complicated environment to navigate but the effort produces life-changing results. 1550 N Mar Vista Ave Pasadena CA, 91104 ..read more

Endurance, patience, and persistence. When buying or selling real estate these may not seem like needed skills but you would be surprised. Sometimes it's an uphill battle and keeping a long-term perspective can help get your desired results. We go to battle with you every step of the way. 4123 Palmero Dr. Mt. Washington Los Angeles, CA 90065 ..read more