How to Keep Cool in Your Long Beach Home Without Using Your A/C
Summers in Long Beach can bring sweltering heat. Consider these four tips to help you chill without running up your cooling bill.
Put Yourself on Ice
Well, not literally. But close. Here’s the deal. Fill a bowl with ice. Place the bowl in ...
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Posted by Allison Van Wig on July 29, 2020 in Tips and Tricks
Van Wig & Associates Honored with 2020 America's Best Award
Allison Van Wig, Van Wig & Associates was Named to REAL Trends America’s Best Real Estate Professionals in the Long Beach, Lakewood and surrounding areas.
Long Beach & Lakewood, CA, June, 24, 2020 Allison Van Wig, Van Wig & ...
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Posted by Concierge Van Wig & Associates on July 28, 2020 in Selling Your Home
Low Inventory, Pent-Up Demand Drive Prices Higher in California’s Housing Market
In the month of June, California’s housing market experienced the largest month-to-month sales increase in almost 40 years, and the state’s median home price hit a record high, according to the California Association of Realtors.
June ...
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Posted by Allison Van Wig on July 25, 2020 in Market News
4 Things You Need for (Cheap) Backyard Fun in Lakewood
Whether you're home with kids or you really know how to have fun, check out these four things every home needs over summer break.
4 Things You Need for (Cheap) Backyard Fun in Lakewood
Your backyard is your built-in entertainment hub during the ...
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Posted by Allison Van Wig on July 20, 2020 in Tips and Tricks
What's in a CMA Report?
When you're ready to sell your home in Lakewood or Long Beach, your REALTOR(R) will complete a comparative market analysis, or CMA, for you. The CMA lets you know how much other people are paying for homes similar to yours, which enables you to set ...
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Posted by Allison Van Wig on July 17, 2020 in Selling Your Home
3 Things to Ask Yourself if You're Updating Your Backyard
When you're upgrading, updating or just rounding out your backyard - whether it's to sell your home or just so you can enjoy it more - it's important to make the best use of your space. Here's what you should consider before you decide on a project....
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Posted by Allison Van Wig on July 17, 2020 in Tips and Tricks
Showing Your Home Virtually: How to Make it Special
Virtual showings are growing increasingly popular - and right now, there's a good chance that you're going to encounter some prospective buyers who prefer to take a virtual tour before seriously considering an in-person visit. So what can you do to ...
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Posted by Allison Van Wig on July 14, 2020 in Tips and Tricks
3 Tips to Organize Your Home Before You Sell It
Cluttered homes are tough to sell - but the real kicker is that sometimes a home appears cluttered when it really isn't. In order to make your home more marketable (and to help prospective buyers fall in love with all its best features), you need ...
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Posted by Allison Van Wig on July 11, 2020 in Selling Your Home
Need to Make Your Bedroom More Restful? Use These 5 Tips
Your bedroom should be the most restful room in your home. It's where you retreat after a long day, escape from the noise and busy-ness of a full house, and catch all your Zs to recharge. When you step into your bedroom, it should feel warm and ...
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Posted by Concierge Van Wig & Associates on July 8, 2020 in Tips and Tricks
5 Surprising Uses for Baking Soda in the Kitchen
If you're not using baking soda in your kitchen, you should be. Check out these five clever uses for this everyday product that most people never even consider.
5 Surprising Uses for Baking Soda in the Kitchen
Baking soda isn't just for sticking in ...
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Posted by Allison Van Wig on July 3, 2020 in Tips and Tricks