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Facts. “A 2017 paired-test study found widespread discrimination on the part of real estate agents against same-sex couples and transgender home seekers in Dallas-Forth Worth, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C.” “LGBTQ+ couples are 73% more likely to be denied a mortgage than straight couples.” (read that again) “Nearly half of LGBTQ+ renters (46%) are concerned…
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I had the pleasure of working with Fiona on our latest closing, after we did a live Q&A workshop on down payment assistance together (replay link in bio!). She is phenomenal at problem-solving with clients and meeting them where they’re at so they can achieve their goals. She’s not about making the sale or qualifying…
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Getting plans scanned at LADBS for an ADU build. ADU = accessory dwelling unit aka granny flat / garage conversion. A way to make $$ in your backyard! #buyahouseinla #adu #househack

Just closed! Demo starts today and the house is already on its way to being a cutie patootie. I am SO PROUD of my clients for seeing the vision in this place and taking the leap into a fixer for their first home. This house was definitely NOT “Instagram ready,” and that’s the BEST way…
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30 days ago I started the miracle morning, from this book of the same name. Basically before I become a computer cyborg for the rest of the day I meditate, do affirmations and visualizations, read and write and do exercise. The last part I’m still working on 😬 (thanks to @lightlifefitness I’m getting there). I appreciate my…
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Inspection day! I love that my clients are buying a sensible investment property in LA that meets their current and future goals! Gotta check under the hood and make sure all is good before going all the way 😃🤞🏽💯✅ #inspections #buyahouseinla #realtor #realestate #losangeles

Congrats to my buyers for opening escrow today! This is not their first rodeo, but it IS a very different market than they were used to. Despite all the hype about it being a seller’s market, we got an offer accepted at EXACTLY asking price, with all the regular inspection, appraisal & loan contingencies we…
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Does your realtor know how to read plans? 😉 I got a certificate in Construction Management so I could better serve my clients. Looking up permits and knowing construction is an important part of due diligence when buying real estate. Also being familiar with zoning and if you can or can’t build an ADU on…
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Think estate planning is just for rich people? Think again. When you’re making moves, you need a plan! Estate Planning 101 First-Time Homebuyer Q&Awww.lyonideas.com/estate-planning-replay (link in bio) No matter where you are in the journey, I believe everyone should have access to the tools to own real estate and build generational wealth. Debora Young from…
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