Kathleen Finnegan

Fun Projects that Increase Your Home Value

Sometimes it's easy to overlook the little things, projects, or changes made in a home over time that truly increase the value of the home as a whole. Here are a few facts that may surprise you about how completing fun projects in your home may not only be enjoyable but can significantly increase your home value.    An Outdoor Kitchen is a great addition to any home.  Did you know that homes with outdoor kitchens mentioned in their listings on... Continue Reading >

New Home On The Market

  351 Westlake Vista Lane, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 $639,000 4 beds, 3 baths 2,420 sqft   A rare 4 bedrooms plus loft townhome with mountain views is now on the market! This beautiful and well-maintained unit has many features including Monarch Plank Hardwood Flooring and granite countertops in the kitchen, as well as Frigidaire and GE appliances. The kitchen's breakfast bar opens to the family room with access to the private patio that is perfect for evening entertainment on summer nights! There is a separate master... Continue Reading >

New Home Sold

Congratulations to the Sapinosos on closing on their new home! This military family desired a home close to their extended family and found a wonderful house in Riverpark, CA in the Oxnard area. This new up and coming area within Oxnard has attracted a lot of new families and we are thrilled to have worked with the Sopinosos to close on their new home there in Riverpark! Are you or someone you know looking to buy or sell a home? I'd... Continue Reading >

Is Your Home Ready For An Open House?

Here are three simple tips that will help you catch the eyes of potential buyers and get your home ready for showings this spring.  Though show-ready sounds like an overwhelming term for some homeowners, it doesn't have to be. Remember, there is something special about your property that will bring home buyers to your home, so the prep work is just highlighting the best part for them to see when they arrive.  Centerpieces: It's normal to want to clean everything, but... Continue Reading >

Prepare Your Home for Monsoon Weather

  Has anyone else noticed the stormy, rainy weather approaching Los Angeles? Well, the rainy days are here and it's important that you are prepared for it. The more prepared your home is for the stormy days to follow, the less likely you'll be dealing with contractors, repair bills, or insurance for rain damage to your home.  Here are a few simple and easy ways to keep your home dry and ready for the rain ahead.  Check for leaks. It's easy... Continue Reading >

Hot Market Areas: Malibu, CA

What’s this place called Malibu that everyone’s raving about? Malibu seems to be the perfect intersection of celebrity glamour, peace and quiet (besides the smooth sounds of crashing waves near beachfront property), and miles of historic coastline. Whether you’re looking for a celebrity luxury lifestyle or a Hollywood escape, Malibu has been found to be the answer for both. View the photos and facts about this coastal city and see why it’s culture and beauty attract onlookers from across the... Continue Reading >

Candy Cane Lane is Back Again

Bringing in hundreds of families and people from across the state and beyond, Candy Cane Lane has been a staple for California Christmas lights. Some of the most creative, eye-catching, and holiday spirit building lights are found right at Candy Cane Lane in Woodland Hills, CA. The display begins the second week of December, so grab your hot chocolate and be sure to find the intersection of Lubao and Oxnard St.   The display continues until 10 PM on weeknights and about... Continue Reading >

3 Thanksgiving Cocktail Recipes To Keep Your Guests Happy

The Cranberry Gingersnap 2 oz. vodka 2 oz. ginger beer Cranberry juice Lemon juice Grounded ginger Garnished: gingersnap cookie and white chocolate shavings Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake and strain into a glass. Top with white chocolate shavings and garnish with a gingersnap cookie. Source: Sugar Factory   Salted Caramel Chai Sangria 750 mL EFFEN Salted Caramel Vodka 750 mL cranberry apple cider 1 qt. pinot noir 1 qt. Tazo Chai Tea 3 oz. Lemon juice 2 red apples, sliced 1 pt. blackberries Club soda Combine vodka, cider, wine, tea, and juice in a... Continue Reading >

Client Appreciation Party 2018

  Every year I enjoy throwing a Client Appreciation Party and this year's theme was The Amazing Race. Each and every costume was outstanding and congrats to all the winners!    1st place: Laura & James Romer Tim Donis Allison Smith Ryan Smith   2nd place: Marylynn Amdahl Leah Levy Merrilee Goodwin Lisa Rosenberg Tristan Clark   3rd place: Rita Donis Jim McMurphy Jamila Hasseb Steven Plourde Michelle Plourde     Continue Reading >

2bd 2ba Home For Sale | Pasadena, CA

  2970 E. Del Mar Blvd, Pasadena List Price: $1,250,000 2 Beds 2 Baths   Presenting a treasured piece of history for the discerning buyer....and there is history here indeed! The story has been told that the home was built for a daughter of one of the founding fathers of San Gabriel as a wedding present in the 1880s. This Victorian home features some Creole architectural components that are unusual to find in CA: It contains expansive porches, rooms that open directly onto the porches, a... Continue Reading >