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Decoding the Relationship Between Home Age and Market Value

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 06/10/25

Understanding how a property's age influences price, appeal, and long-term investment in today’s market.

7 Tips for a Successful Home Renovation in Santa Monica

• 05/14/25

Modernizing your Santa Monica home begins with smart decisions and personal style.

7 Tips To Make Moving Less Stressful

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 05/14/25

A fresh start and fewer headaches — that’s the move.

How To Prepare Your Santa Monica Home For The Winter Months

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 04/9/25

Tips for protecting your Santa Monica property during cooler coastal weather.

When Is The Best Time To Sell A House In Santa Monica?

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 04/9/25

Understanding seasonal trends in the Santa Monica real estate market.

Best ROI Home Improvements For Your Santa Monica Home

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 04/9/25

Strategic upgrades that add value in Santa Monica’s luxury market.

How to Renovate Your Backyard to Increase Home Value

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 03/26/25

Smart upgrades that enhance outdoor living and boost property appeal.

What is Modern Classic Style in Interior Design?

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 03/26/25

A timeless blend of elegance, sophistication, and contemporary comfort.

8 Benefits of Owning a Home with Natural Light

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 02/19/25

Explore why homebuyers prefer abodes that let the light in.

How to Make Sure Your Home Is Safe for Children

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 02/19/25

Your first step toward securing a healthy and happy home.

Selling Your Santa Monica Home? 7 Things to Know

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 07/6/22

Read this before you gamble with the market in Santa Monica.

5 Reasons Why Families Love Living in Santa Monica

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 08/23/22

Luxury living in this upscale beach community on the Pacific Ocean revolves around having fun in the sun practically year-round.

3 Tips for Boosting Your Santa Monica Home’s ROI

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 10/2/22

Home improvement ideas with a proven high return on investment.

Buying a Home in Sunset Park

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 01/12/24

Navigating the Real Estate Charms of a Santa Monica Gem.

Selling a Home in Sunset Park

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 01/12/24

The best ways for area sellers to say farewell to Sunset Park.

Everything You Need to Know About Moving to Sunset Park

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 01/12/24

Unveiling the Allure of Southern California Living in One of Santa Monica's Hidden Gems.

10 Best Restaurants in North of Montana

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 03/25/24

Discover the Culinary Gems of this Charming Santa Monica Neighborhood.

Things to Do in Ocean Park

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 03/25/24

A guide to Santa Monica’s most walkable neighborhood.

Honest Pros and Cons of Living in Ocean Park

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 03/25/24

How does Ocean Park suit your home-buying priorities?

North of Montana Real Estate Market Prices, Trends and Forecast 2024

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 05/8/24

Exploring what's ahead for Santa Monica's luxurious North of Montana neighborhood.

How to Take Pictures of Your House to Sell

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 05/21/24

A Comprehensive Guide to Showcase Your Home’s Potential.

Top Real Estate Investment Areas in Santa Monica, CA

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 10/9/24

Discover the Most Promising Neighborhoods for Real Estate Opportunities in this Coastal Gem.

Top Outdoor Activities in Santa Monica, CA

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 10/9/24

Explore the Best Ways to Enjoy the Sunshine and Coastal Beauty of this Iconic City.

5 Best Neighborhoods to Live in Santa Monica, CA

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 10/9/24

Discover the Top Residential Areas in this Iconic Coastal City for a Perfect Blend of Beachside Living and City Convenience.

Building a House in Santa Monica, CA

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 10/9/24

Navigating the Process of Creating Your Dream Home in a Coastal Paradise.

A Guide to Santa Monica, CA, Parks

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 10/9/24

Discover the Green Spaces that Make Santa Monica a Vibrant and Relaxing Coastal City.

Best Coffee Shops in Santa Monica, CA

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 10/24/24

Discover Santa Monica's Top Coffee Spots.

Weekend Trips from Santa Monica, CA

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 10/24/24

Explore Nearby Destinations Perfect for Quick Getaways.

Things You Might Not Know About Santa Monica, CA

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 10/24/24

Discover Hidden Gems and Surprising Facts That Make this City Truly Unique.

The Science of Color: How to Choose Paint Tones for Every Room

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 11/13/24

Choosing the right color palette for your home involves both art and science.

5 Real Estate Negotiation Strategies from an Expert

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 11/13/24

Unlocking the best negotiation techniques for successful real estate transactions.

The Differences Between Buying a Second Home vs Investment Property

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 11/13/24

Understanding the distinctions between a second home and an investment property is essential for making informed real estate de...

Annual Home Maintenance Checklist to Keep Your Property Value Up

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 12/27/24

Proactive home care preserves your investment and enhances long-term value.

The Role of Landscaping in Boosting Your Home's Aesthetic Appeal

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 12/27/24

Transform your property with landscaping that enhances curb appeal and creates lasting impressions.

Things to Do in Santa Monica, CA

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 10/9/24

Explore the Vibrant Attractions and Activities that Make Santa Monica a Coastal Gem.

What to Know About the Current Santa Monica Real Estate Market

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 06/24/22

Here is everything you need to know about what to expect and what has changed in the Santa Monica market.

A Guide to Finding Your Perfect Santa Monica Beach Home

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 06/10/22

Santa Monica real estate is both competitive and expensive thanks to the huge value it offers residents.

2443 Ashland Avenue

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 02/2/22

A place to call home.

Earth Day Is Almost Here!

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 02/2/22

Spring has sprung and Earth Day is quickly approaching.

Astronauts Know How to Handle Isolation: Here Are Tips From Scott Kelly, Peggy Whitson and More.

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 02/2/22

Astronauts have immeasurable experience with isolation.

Important Events From This Day in History April 13th

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 02/2/22

Explosion caused by an exploding oxygen tank on Apollo 13.

Important Events From This Day in History April 8th

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 04/8/20

Fashion who made the English Punk style popular.

Important Events From This Day in History April 6th

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 04/6/20

Composer whose family fled Germany during the Nazi regime.

Important Events From This Day in History April 3rd!

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 04/3/20

American actor, comedian, singer, film director, and producer.

Important Events From This Day in History April 1st

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 04/1/20

Catching public imagination due to her powerful voice.

Price Reduction 1,399,000650 Pacific Street #6, Santa Monica 90405

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 10/9/19

The main living area has recessed lighting.

March 30 Important Things That Have Happened Today in History!

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 03/30/20

England BMW buys Rolls Royce.

Little Known Facts About Black History

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 02/20/20

Learn about Martin Luther King Jr.

International Women's Day

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 03/8/19

Career runway for women.

These LA Neighborhoods Go All Out for Trick-or-Treating

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 10/30/19

10/20/2019 Christina Montoya Fiedler

It’s the Holiday Season!

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 12/1/19

Fun, festive, family events to get everyone in the holiday spirit!

Heavily funded real estate startup Compass moves in on Amazon with big new Seattle tech center

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 03/8/22

2307 Ashland Avenue For Sale

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 01/18/20

Striking, transitional Mediterranean custom-built home.

Just Listed 1030 Pearl Avenue

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 01/7/20

Amazing Sunset Park opportunity on the market.

Top Design Trends to Follow for 2020

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 01/21/20

By Patty McNease, VP of Brand Marketing for Homes.com.

Heavily Funded Real Estate Startup Compass Moves in on Amazon With Big New Seattle Tech Center

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 10/11/19

Amazon has a truly world-class engineering team.

Compass Celebrates Pride Month

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 06/27/19

Proud to honor diversity and inclusion year-round.

Womens History Month 2020

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 03/11/20

A celebration of women’s contributions to history.

California on Track for Longest Job Expansion in Recorded History

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 06/25/19

California added 19,400 jobs in May.

We See Initiatives Like Compass Bridge Loan Services as an Investment in the Overall Real Estate Ecosystem

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 10/23/19

Compass is offering to front the initial loan payments

Important Events From This day in History April 9th

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 04/9/20

Known and recognized singing "Ol' Man River".

Important Events From This Day in History April 2nd

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 04/2/20

Oscar-winning actor who appeared in multiple movies.

Los Angeles Homebuyers Take Two Steps Forward and One Step Back

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 06/18/19

Total home sales in Los Angeles 2 percent below last May.

Is it better to buy or rent in Los Angeles?

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 02/16/20

Top 5 Activities to Do in Santa Monica

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 04/12/22

Santa Monica offers residents and visitors unparalleled access to sun, surf, and style.

The Month of March 2020: Holidays, Fun Facts, Folklore

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 03/3/20

As earth turns its frostbitten cheek to winter and springs.

Important Events From This day in History March 31st!

• MEGAN WHALEN
• 03/31/20

Soviet Union Warsaw Pact Ends.