In Lakewood, there are 35 active and 32 homes sold in December 2022 with an average 9 days on the market, at a median selling price $755,000.  That's an absorption rate of 91%. Anything over 20% means a healthy market.      For more community info and home décor trends be sure to take a look at my blog!  I have a little something for ever...

• calendar_month January 6, 2023
• category Absorption Rate
• post 2022, Absorption Rate, Home Sellers, Home Values, homeowner, homeowners, homeownership, Janie Bruce, Lakewood 90712

Top reasons people move include: They need a larger home for a growing family and entertaining Retiring and downsizing to move to a new area and having their new home built Working remotely has changed what is needed from their home They want to avoid making repairs on current home  They want better school districts for their children  Here's something to t...

• calendar_month January 9, 2023
• category Real Estate
• post 2023, Bruce Real Estate, Buena Park, California, Cypress, homeowner, homeowners, Housing, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Janie Bruce, Lakewood, Long Beach, Los Alamitos, Orange County, Rancho Palos Verdes, Rossmoor / Los Alamitos, Rossmoor real estate, Selling, Torrance

If you're planning to sell your home, you might be wondering how to get the most out of your investment without breaking the bank. While it's true that home improvement projects can be costly, there are plenty of affordable ways to enhance your property's appeal and make it more attractive to potential buyers. Here are some of the best ways to improve your home for sale when you hav...

• calendar_month February 22, 2023
• category SELLERS
• post 2023, Anaheim, Bruce Real Estate, Buena Park, Buyers, California, Community, Cypress, Home Sellers, homeowner, homeowners, Janie Bruce, Lakewood, Long Beach, Los Alamitos, Orange County, Rossmoor, Rossmoor real estate, Seal Beach, Selling, Tips

Often times potential homeowners are overwhelmed when an agent walks in the door and starts spouting off a laundry list of things to do to get a home ready for sale. I like to provide a practical list, but even this can cause a seller distress. What's essential is to advise the client with a strategy that will work best for them when getting a home ready for market. Not every sell...

• calendar_month February 24, 2023
• category SELLERS
• post 2023, Anaheim, Bruce Real Estate, Buena Park, Community, Cypress, home maintenance, Home Sellers, homeowner, homeownership, Huntington Beach, Janie Bruce, Lakewood, Long Beach, Los Alamitos, Rossmoor, Seal Beach, Selling

Rossmoor is just minutes away from Los Alamitos and Old Town Seal Beach. The area is known for its stunning tree-lined streets, small town feel, family and pet friendly parks, bike friendly community, jogging, walking, and outdoor activities.  The area is home to many parks, biking, walking to local shopping and restaurants, high rated schools, outdoor festivals, garden tours, holiday h...

• calendar_month March 2, 2023
• category Community
• post 2023, Bike Friendly Community, Bruce Real Estate, Buena Park, Buyers, California, Community, Cypress, Home Sellers, homeowner, Housing, Huntington Beach, Janie Bruce, Life, Long Beach, Los Alamitos, Orange County, Orange County real estate, Rossmoor, Rossmoor real estate, Seal Beach, Selling

Enjoy my One on One Live Interview with Talented Vivian Gee Manager with First American Home Warranty. Get to know Vivian....  https://youtu.be/a8j13aFf8LI   

• calendar_month March 5, 2023
• category INTERVIEW
• post 2023, Bruce Real Estate, Buena Park, Buyers, California, Cypress, Home, home maintenance, Home Sellers, homeowner, Huntington Beach, Interview, Janie Bruce, Lakewood, Long Beach, Los Alamitos, Orange County, professional videos, Professionals, Rossmoor

In Huntington Beach, there are 27 active and 10 homes sold in February 2023 with an average 23 days on the market, at a median selling price $1,225,000.  That's an absorption rate of 37%. Anything over 20% means a healthy market.    For more community articles:     https://janie.jhagents.com/blog  

• calendar_month March 6, 2023
• category Absorption Rate
• post 2023, Absorption Rate, Bruce Real Estate, Buyers, California, Home Sellers, homeowner, homeowners, Huntington Beach, Huntington Beach 92646, Janie Bruce, Orange County, Selling

Moving can be a stressful and overwhelming experience, especially if you’re not adequately prepared. However, creating a moving survival guide can make the process a lot easier and less stressful. This blog post will look at some essential items to include in your moving survival guide. 1:Tools Basic tools can help you disassemble furniture, remove curtains, and make minor repa...

• calendar_month March 10, 2023
• category SELLERS
• post 2023, Bike Friendly Community, Bruce Real Estate, Buena Park, Buyers, California, Community, Cypress, Home, Home Sellers, homeowner, homeownership, Huntington Beach, Janie Bruce, Lakewood, Long Beach, Los Alamitos, Orange County, Rossmoor, Seal Beach, Selling

Open House 3330 Druid Ln. Rossmoor. A+ Location in Rossmoor. Entertainers Pool Home. A charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathrooms Plus Den/Family room, Insider Laundry room, entertainer’s pool home that would be a gem anywhere, this sprawling 2,155-sqft monument to luxury has the added benefit of its fantastic location along a tranquil, beautiful tree-lined street in Rossmoor, a mere stone’...

• calendar_month June 29, 2023
• category SELLERS
• post 2023, 3330 Druid Lane, Bruce Real Estate, Buyers, California, Cypress, home prices, Home Sellers, home value, homeowner, Homes for Sale, Huntington Beach, Janie Bruce, Long Beach, Los Alamitos, Orange County, Rossmoor, Seal Beach, Selling

Selling a home is a major financial decision, and it's essential to do it right to maximize your return on investment. Unfortunately, many homeowners make mistakes that can significantly impact the selling process. Here are five common home-selling mistakes and how to avoid them. 1. Not using professional listing photos With the vast majority of home buyers starting their search onlin...

• calendar_month September 11, 2023
• category SELLERS
• post 2023, Bruce Real Estate, Cypress, Home Sellers, homeowner, Huntington Beach, Janie Bruce, Lakewood, Long Beach, Los Alamitos, Orange County, Rossmoor, Seal Beach, Selling