Congratulations to the Top Producers of 2011
Growing Trend: Solar Power Housing
Net-zero-energy homes are increasing in popularity in the United States. With an increase in energy costs, the green building trend has blossomed, making accessible, affordable home-efficiency building technologies key attributes for some potential home buyers. These homes use solar energy to achieve net-zero energy use vs. consumption, and thus achieve a year-end positive energy generation-to-use balance.
The Drantch Group, Aaron Scott and Dan Drantch of Sherman Oaks are representing the first solar power housing development, The Village, in the Valley. Located on 1221 block of Pierce Street in Pacoima, the development consists of 57 solar powered homes with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. The Village is being built in four phases, with homes selling in the $275,000 to $309,900 range. The trick to selling in this market is finding an affordable price point, president of California Homes Builder, Shawn Evenhaim states. The first phase of 12 homes has been sold and the 13 homes of phase two are 85 percent completed and nine of those homes are in escrow. Phase 1 completed in February and phase 2 is expected to be completed this March.
The Village development ceremony took place at the end of February and in attendance was the Los Angeles City Officials, Mayor Villaraigosa, Rodeo Realty’s Aaron Scott and Dan Drantch and the California Home Builder team.
Homeowners pay a fixed power fee of $49 a month for 20 years. Each homes also receives a $10,000 solar incentive from Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, the homeowner receives this credit for the power the home generates. Homeowners will save 5-15% right away on their electricity and those savings will increase overtime, pending the price of fossil fuel.
This growing trend of energy-efficient solar power homes are providing homeowners affordable homes with some relief on rising energy costs by giving back to the power grid.
Linda Ballou Travel Column: An Outdoor Day in Calabasas
Linda Ballou is a seasoned real estate professional with Rodeo Realty, and an outdoor adventure-travel writer.
On her days off from helping clients buy and sell homes, she explores the trails and eateries in the Santa Monica Mountains, Valley Hillsides and along the shores of Malibu Los Angeles , Ojai, Santa Barbara
Check out her latest post titled “Outdoor Day # 23-Mind Sailing in Las Virgenes Open Space Nature Preserve.”
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After your hike, why not stop in for a visit at Rodeo Realty Calabasas office across the street from Sagebrush Cantina?
Linda Ballou Travel Column: Calabasas Outdoor Day
Linda Ballou is a seasoned real estate professional with Rodeo Realty, and an outdoor adventure-travel writer.
On her days off from helping clients buy and sell homes, she explores the trails and eateries in the Santa Monica Mountains and along the shores of Malibu Los Angeles , Ojai, Santa Barbara
Check out her latest post titled “Outdoor Day # 23-Mind Sailing in Las Virgenes Open Space Nature Preserve.”
After your hike, why not stop in for a visit at Rodeo Realty Calabasas office across the street from Sagebrush Cantina.
After your hike, why not stop in for a visit at Rodeo Realty Calabasas office across the street from Sagebrush Cantina.
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Linda Ballou Travel Column: Calabasas Outdoor Day
Linda Ballou is a seasoned real estate professional with Rodeo Realty, and an outdoor adventure-travel writer.
On her days off from helping clients buy and sell homes, she explores the trails and eateries in the Santa Monica Mountains and along the shores of Malibu Los Angeles , Ojai, Santa Barbara
Check out her latest post titled “Outdoor Day # 23-Mind Sailing in Las Virgenes Open Space Nature Preserve.”
'Under the Tuscan Sun' Villa goes on the Market
International Listings: Cortona, Italy
Rodeo Realty Beverly Hills Agent, Michele Blackmon holds one of the most sought after properties of Italian Real Estate, featured in the film, Under the Tuscan Sun. Newly renovated and furnished impeccably, this gated and walled compound is a perfect reflection of the romance and historical beauty and energy of Italian living. The beautiful yellow Villa with the infamous authentic green door and shutters are still present and take you back to the memories of Diane Lane’s walk up the Cortona hillside with a suitcase in hand, ready for her life changing adventure.
The Villa and Farmhouse dates back to the 16th Century and has been restored to maintain its original integrity, however has been updated for comfort with modern amenities, offering air conditioning, WIFI, exquisite use of travertine and marble throughout, a Hollywood style swimming pool, accents of antique lighting, antiques from around the world, some of which include porcelain painted Capo di Monte fixtures from Sicily and a beautiful Baccarat crystal chandelier. Situated in one of Italy’s oldest Medieval cities, Cortona, a place where every pebble has a history and excavations reveal layer after layer of deeply entrenched Roman and Etruscan life unfolding before your eyes.
The Villa and Farmhouse offers 10 bedrooms, 9.5 baths each room meticulously restored with no expense spared. The main house presents a beautiful private chapel, formal living and dining room for memorable entertaining. The gourmet kitchen is wonderfully appointed with top of the line appliances and fixtures. The beautifully situated property features a Medici garden, private lake and bocce court. The property is approximately 10,000 square feet and well positioned between Rome and Florence. Also, in close proximity to Tuscany’s most beautiful winery’s which boasts to be some of the finest vineyards in the world, makes this property a dream home for any wine lover. This property is listed for sale at 9.5 million euro and is also available for lease.
International Real Estate: "Think Globally, Buy and Sell Locally"
Greg Moesser talks about going International
Beverly Hills Agent, Greg Moesser is interviewed regarding buying and selling residential real estate in Los Angeles with international buyer and sellers. Check out his video.
Greg Moesser will also be a guest speaker for 3rd Prestige MLS Luxury Real Estate Congress 2012 in Venice, Italy April 12-13, 2012
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This Congress brings together Luxury Real Estate Professionals from leading companies.
This two-day event dedicated to Conferences with major international speakers, hot topics, Workshops, Business Dating and Networking is an unequalled opportunity to make connections and generate new business. Speakers include : – Greg Moesser, “Attracting European Buyers and Foreign investors” – Jean-Michel Billaut, “Futur 2.0” – Matthew Ferrara, “Real Estate Marketing and Social Media” – Francesca Zirnstein, “Women in Luxury Real Estate Industry, Reasons and Tendencies” Don’t miss the opportunity to attend the 3rd edition of Prestige MLS Luxury Real Estate Congress, the most important event in Luxury Real Estate Community! |
Philanthropy: Desiree Zuckerman partners with Hartman House
Desiree Zuckerman from DZ Homes of Rodeo Realty Calabasas has partnered with Hartman House to launch Project H.O.M.E. A campaign launched to refurbish, rebuild and revamp homes for those in need. Hartman Project and Rodeo Realty support families facing hardships and charitable organizations giving back to the local community.
Zuckerman is helping Hartman House to improve the lives of children and families throughout the world who suffer from poverty and hopelessness by building homes and providing food, education, and spiritual growth.
The first project will be to fully refurbish the home of one family in Los Angeles. If you know of a family who could use a helping hand, please submit them via the following website:
Prestige MLS is pleased to welcome Rodeo Realty, a Los Angeles Real Estate Powerhouse, in the Business Club!
Rodeo Realty is proud to announce that we are expanding our international presence and have now partnered with Prestige MLS, Europe’s exclusive international luxury real estate organization to increase our global presence.
With Prestige MLS, property listings can be translated into 13 different languages and be viewed all around the world.
Visit http://www.prestige-mls.com/ for more information about luxury real estate listings in Europe and around the world and read Rodeo’s latest post on their website.
Rodeo Realty Increasing International Presence
Rodeo Realty Increasing International Presence
Local Expertise. Global Presence.
Beverly Hills, CA, February 20, 2012- Rodeo Realty has maintained a dominate position in residential real estate in Los Angeles and Ventura County for over 25 years. With much expansion and growth, Rodeo Realty is rolling out a whole new approach to international marketing; after most recently being selected to become a member of the exclusive Business Club at Prestige MLS, a prestigious community of the industry’s most reputable and experienced professionals in all facets of the luxury real estate market. This exclusive community is dedicated to luxury real estate in Europe and throughout the world. Rodeo Realty is very proud to announce their new partnership with Prestige MLS.
Rodeo Realty represents clients across the world and individually tailors global marketing campaigns and strategies for buyers, sellers and developers internationally. Syd Leibovitch, states “Nobody has what we have.” This new powerful force of international marketing will bring Rodeo Realty to a whole new level.
Rodeo Realty has repositioned itself for global expansion and increased global exposure. Leibovitch states, “Our increased global exposure will provide clients access to international networks of real estate professionals in more than 80 countries representing the finest real estate and property brokerages in the world.” Already a proven leader in Southern California, Rodeo Realty is poised for significant growth and expansion in the California market and internationally.
Rodeo Realty, Inc. was founded in 1986 by president, Syd Leibovitch. Today it is one of the largest single-owned residential real estate company in California. It has 10 branch offices throughout the greater Los Angeles area, and more than 1000 agents. Affiliate companies include: Encore Escrow, L.A. Mortgage, Inc., and Progressive Title.