by Mark Rogo | Sep 9, 2015 | 2015 Blogs by Mark Rogo
The community of Westwood is a small suburban neighborhood on the west side of Los Angeles, nestled in between Bel Air, Beverly Hills and Brentwood. Long considered the poor step child of these three hugely affluent communities, it still remains one of the most sought...
by Mark Rogo | Aug 10, 2015 | 2015 Blogs by Mark Rogo
The real estate market has become so tight, that “pocket” listings are again appearing as a viable option for Buyers. They gained their name from the practice many years ago of unscrupulous agents who would take a signed listing agreement and metaphorically stick it...
by Mark Rogo | Jun 2, 2015 | 2015 Blogs by Mark Rogo
For a decade, I have been focused on the increasingly large gap between the upper 5% and the rest of society. Our middle class is quickly merging with the lower class into one under privileged class of Americans, and the accelerated pace in recent years only...
by Mark Rogo | Mar 15, 2015 | 2015 Blogs by Mark Rogo
This will be an informative night. If you currently own a luxury condominium on the Wilshire Corridor or in Century City, or are considering downsizing to one in the future, don’t miss this special presentation. Three nationally renowned economists will be sharing...
by Mark Rogo | Jan 22, 2015 | 2015 Blogs by Mark Rogo
The year 2014 is under our belt, and the year 2015 is well underway, promising to be another brutal year on Buyers and stellular year for the Sellers. Numbers are in and the story is the same; Sellers got richer, prices went higher, Days on Market shortened and $/sq...
by Mark Rogo | Oct 23, 2014 | 2014 Blogs by Mark Rogo
Last month we look at the overall concept of investing in income properties. Today we are going to examine actual data and look at the three approaches I use to evaluate the potential value of an income property. I decided to run some figures and quantify in numbers...
by Mark Rogo | Oct 10, 2014 | 2014 Blogs by Mark Rogo
How many of us have wondered about the pitiful 1% returns we get on our bank accounts, and have thought that there must be other forms of investment with higher returns commensurate with their higher risk level? Even though bonds and munies are available, the returns...
by Mark Rogo | Jun 15, 2014 | 2014 Blogs by Mark Rogo
Let’s skip talk on real estate. Instead, I have a much more pressing issue that goes to the heart of what we stand for, what we believe in, how we live our lives and if we’ll be alive to see the New Year. Of course, I’m talking about major league baseball. Most of you...
by Mark Rogo | Apr 23, 2014 | 2014 Blogs by Mark Rogo
The first quarter statistics for 2014 from The MLS continue to verify something we already know; it’s still a strong Seller’s market, the Buyers have fewer choices from a lower level of listings, and the trend will continue but not at this pace. The Wilshire...
by Mark Rogo | Mar 16, 2014 | 2014 Blogs by Mark Rogo
All of the sales data is in for 2013 for homes, condos and all other properties sold. Some of it may surprise you. There was a lot of focus on the Wilshire Corridor, because the papers only reported on SFRs (single family residence homes). Condos always follow...
by Mark Rogo | Feb 12, 2014 | 2014 Blogs by Mark Rogo
There continues to be a distinct and aggressive trend in western societies for the rich to get richer, and the middle class to stagnate. President Obama talked about this in his recent State of the Union Address when he stated, “Today, after four years of...
by Mark Rogo | Jan 26, 2014 | 2014 Blogs by Mark Rogo
If you have been thinking about selling your home, your timing is impeccable. But if you’re one of the many people who have been timing the market, trying to make that perfect plunge at the perfect moment, then I’m sure you have figured out by now that you...
by Mark Rogo | Dec 22, 2013 | 2013 Blogs by Mark Rogo
Real estate as both an investment and a personal asset continues to be very attractive. However, some of the economic data flowing in from Washington indicate this window is closing. For example, renters nationwide are paying a higher percentage of their net after tax...
by Mark Rogo | Nov 15, 2013 | 2013 Blogs by Mark Rogo
Have you felt a change in the Universe? Do you sense a change in the attitudes of the people around you? You’re not alone. Since September, the market has changed, losing its momentum and energy, and instead flattening out to a quiet non-performing sort of market....
by Mark Rogo | Sep 27, 2013 | 2013 Blogs by Mark Rogo
Offered at $1,520,000 Unit 411 in The Park Wilshire This 2 bed, 2 ½ bath condo at the full service Park Wilshire delivers it all! No stone left unturned, in this state of the art 2,345 square foot home. Dramatic entry, open and bright with amazing views away from...
by Mark Rogo | Sep 27, 2013 | 2013 Blogs by Mark Rogo
These past twelve months have seen historic lows in interest rates, coupled with 14-year lows in inventory, to generate an upsurge in property values not seen in many decades. Yes despite these reports that appear in the newspapers, a careful analysis of high-end...
by Mark Rogo | Aug 11, 2013 | 2013 Blogs by Mark Rogo
For a nine months now, the housing market on the Westside has experienced the highest annual appreciation rate in recent years. Even Dataquest reported the that the 26% annual increase of June ’12 they June ’13 was the highest annual year over year...
by Mark Rogo | Apr 14, 2013 | 2013 Blogs by Mark Rogo
Amazing opportunity to purchase a 2 bed + 2.5 bath in Wilshire Corridor’s desirable Blair House. Ocean and Sunset views by day, sparkling city lights at night! Get a peek at the Getty and UCLA as well. This traditional home, in pristine condition, features...
by Mark Rogo | Apr 5, 2013 | 2013 Blogs by Mark Rogo
Within twelve short months the real estate market has done a complete turn around. Without question this is the best time to sell a home in the last 5 years! Here’s a couple things to think about. You might be very surprised at what a buyer will pay in today’s market....
by Mark Rogo | Jan 19, 2013 | 2013 Blogs by Mark Rogo
For six long years following the burst housing bubble and subsequent recession, residential condominium sales remained in a deep freeze. However, late last year, condo investment sales quietly began to recover in gateway markets such as Boston, San Francisco and New...
by Mark Rogo | Jan 13, 2013 | 2013 Blogs by Mark Rogo
WASHINGTON (MarketWatch) — While the housing market is showing signs of life, the looming fiscal cliff remains a threat, as does global instability, the chief economist at mortgage-buying giant Freddie Mac told MarketWatch.For 2013 Frank Nothaft expects mortgage rates...
by Mark Rogo | Jan 13, 2013 | 2013 Blogs by Mark Rogo
The housing market continued to show signs of improvement in November, with existing home sales at their highest level in three years, the National Association of Realtors reported Thursday.The inventory of homes for sale also shrank further, to a 4.8-month supply in...
by Mark Rogo | Jan 13, 2013 | 2013 Blogs by Mark Rogo
Home values gained an estimated 6 percent in the U.S. this year, the first increase since 2006, as the housing market began to recover from its worst slump since the 1930s, Zillow Inc. (Z) said today.Values have climbed more than $1.3 trillion to $23.7 trillion since...
by Mark Rogo | Nov 24, 2012 | 2012 Blogs by Mark Rogo
For five years I have predicted a severe housing shortage at the end of the Great Recession, and now it’s beginning to come true. Buyers are experiencing tremendous frustration over the limited inventory currently on the market, thus forcing prices higher. Americans...
by Mark Rogo | Oct 26, 2012 | 2012 Blogs by Mark Rogo
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by Mark Rogo | Oct 22, 2012 | 2012 Blogs by Mark Rogo
We have just closed our second large unit in The Blair House this year at over $1,000/sq ft, indicating the strength of the market. In the month of October we will close on over $14M of property, with enough transactions going into Escrow before the end of the year...
by Mark Rogo | Sep 30, 2012 | 2012 Blogs by Mark Rogo
“Recent changes in the housing market on a national scale have translated to even better news for us on the Westside. While the country’s nine month inventory of July 2011 has dropped to six month this past July, that can only be recast into tighter terms for the...
by Mark Rogo | Sep 6, 2012 | 2012 Blogs by Mark Rogo
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by Mark Rogo | Sep 6, 2012 | 2012 Blogs by Mark Rogo
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by Mark Rogo | Sep 6, 2012 | 2012 Blogs by Mark Rogo
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by Mark Rogo | Sep 6, 2012 | 2012 Blogs by Mark Rogo
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by Mark Rogo | Sep 6, 2012 | 2012 Blogs by Mark Rogo
Direct access elevator to this stunning 2 bd, 2.5 ba + den! The quality of every item in this unit is not to be believed! A must see. Pack your suitcase & just move in! Enter into the mosaic tiled foyer thru oversized glass doors, welcoming you to the spacious...
by Mark Rogo | Aug 1, 2012 | 2012 Blogs by Mark Rogo
Holmby Hills resident William Fleischman is leading a crusade to move his neighborhood from Los Angeles to Beverly Hills. The reason for the municipal apostasy? Potholes. According to the LA Times, Fleischman approached the Beverly Hills City Council earlier this...
by Mark Rogo | Aug 1, 2012 | 2012 Blogs by Mark Rogo
The market has roared back with a vengeance. Historically insanely low interest rates coupled with pent-up demand and a dwindling inventory on the marketplace have all combined to heat up the Westside real estate residential market. Two or three years from...
by Mark Rogo | Jun 19, 2012 | 2012 Blogs by Mark Rogo
This inviting five bedroom Spanish Estate captivates you with intimate old world charm. Situated on a huge private corner lot, allows this home the convenience of a circular brick driveway which can hold up to 7 cars. Past the towering magnolia trees, you enter the...
by Mark Rogo | Jun 8, 2012 | 2012 Blogs by Mark Rogo
Facing away from Wilshire Boulevard, this huge (approx) 2,700 square foot, two bedroom, 2 ∏ bath + large den, takes full advantage of the city lights & vast ocean views! Recessed lighting, plantation shutters & wood floors throughout! Formal dining room...
by Mark Rogo | Jun 1, 2012 | 2012 Blogs by Mark Rogo
Wonderful, huge corner Canyon home in Bel Air Crest. 4 bds + 3.5 bas + large bonus room in 4250 sq ft. This light & bright family home has great flow for entertaining. Newly redone gourmet kitchen with all new appliances including a 6 burner Viking cook top,...
by Mark Rogo | May 18, 2012 | 2012 Blogs by Mark Rogo
An exceptional property for the professional couple, designed with two offices and an amazing master bedroom suite. Rebuilt from the ground up, every meticulous attention has been paid to every detail… such as the hand-carved doors, hand-distressed walnut floors,...
by Mark Rogo | May 18, 2012 | 2012 Blogs by Mark Rogo
2bds & 2.5 bas, 2,008 sq ft of luxurious living space with sparkling city light views is now available for purchase. Freshly painted, new shutters & carpets; just bring your toothbrush. Long, wide entry hall is perfect for art. Spacious living & dining...
by Mark Rogo | May 17, 2012 | 2012 Blogs by Mark Rogo
Highly sought after rear facing, corner unit (southwest) in The Dorchester. Versatile large open floor plan with neutral palette, recessed lighting & plantation shutters, custom paint & new carpet. 3 generous sized bedrooms, 2.5 baths + full sized laundry...
by Mark Rogo | May 10, 2012 | 2012 Blogs by Mark Rogo
A stunning fresh home in a warm neighborhood. Two story traditional with open design inside, this “Hal Klein” original built just a few years ago brings the perfect style for a family in the area. Four bedrooms upstairs combined with maid’s...
by Mark Rogo | Mar 14, 2012 | 2012 Blogs by Mark Rogo
In Beautiful Beverly Hills, with 7 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, over 31,000 sq ft of flat property with over 6,500 sq ft of architectural beauty in a home that includes a giant Ballroom, full sized swimming pool, guest house, three car garage¸spacious grounds, on three...
by Mark Rogo | Dec 21, 2011 | 2012 Blogs by Mark Rogo
According to the LA Times, California real estate sales increased this November in comparison to 2010, up 4%. The positive news is, however, just a small piece of the picture. The median home price is down about 4.3% from last year. What’s important to note is that...
by Mark Rogo | Dec 5, 2011 | 2012 Blogs by Mark Rogo
An agent is an agent is an agent – or not? I’d like to comment on some statistics I came across lately about Southern California Real Estate Agents and what it means to be a Top Performer. With all the reality shows out there like Selling LA and Million Dollar...
by Mark Rogo | Nov 22, 2011 | 2012 Blogs by Mark Rogo
Since we are coming up on the holiday, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on how much Lynn and I have to be thankful for in our lives. First of all, our health. Even though we could always be eating better, moving faster, getting thinner…we are so blessed to...
by Mark Rogo | Nov 14, 2011 | 2011 Blogs by Mark Rogo
I’ve been doing a bit of research to justify my strong theories about this being the time to buy – and I found it in a report from JPMorgan. Top strategists in their Funds group believe that, despite the remaining economic troubles left over from 2007, investment...
by Mark Rogo | Oct 12, 2011 | 2011 Blogs by Mark Rogo
Several people have been asking me, “Mark, when is the time to buy? Is it the bottom of the market yet?” My answer? The bottom has come and gone. The real estate market was dead quiet for the majority of 2010. There was a scary silence in the air, and just when I was...
by Mark Rogo | Oct 10, 2011 | 2011 Blogs by Mark Rogo
Welcome to simply the most beautiful, cool, most hip, yet sophisticated, completely renovated unit at The Wilshire House. With interiors designed by Tod Carson, this luxury unit is built to impress. North east jetliner vus are easy to appreciate thru floor to...
by Mark Rogo | Oct 3, 2011 | 2011 Blogs by Mark Rogo
I just shot my latest video with ehome tours of our new listing: 1250 Woodruff Avenue in Westwood. It’s a gorgeous, newly renovated, 3 bedroom home perfect for a young couple or family. Listed at $1,900,000, this will go fast! Call our office at 310-613-7220...
by Mark Rogo | Sep 28, 2011 | 2011 Blogs by Mark Rogo
A number of our listings this past year have had true dramatic stories behind them, including people who have had unexpected financial stresses which have put them in the unfavorable position of selling their property. It’s unclear what the upcoming year will...
