Three Closings, One Day: What Three Completely Different Long Beach Deals Taught Me

Broker Costanza Genoese Zerbi closes an OYO, a disclosed structural report, and her own 1031 exchange — all in one Long Beach day. Here's how…

Is Wrigley Long Beach a Good Place to Buy in 2026? A Neighborhood & Market Guide

I get asked about Wrigley a lot.It's usually from first-time buyers who've done their research, realized that most of Long Beach is well above $800,000,…

How Much House Can You Afford? A Real Home Buying Budget Guide for Long Beach, LA & OC Buyers

One of the first questions every home buyer asks me is: "How much house can I actually afford?" And it's the right question to ask…

Rent vs Buy in Long Beach 2026. What First-Time Buyers Must Know Before Making a Costly Mistake

Rent vs Buy in Long Beach 2026. What First-Time Buyers Must Know Before Making a Costly MistakeIs It Better to Rent or Buy in Long…

First-Time Homebuyers in Long Beach: What No One Tells You

What’s the real cost of buying your first home in Long Beach?First-time buyers often think they’re priced out.Most aren’t.They’re just looking at the wrong neighborhoods…

Condo vs. Own Your Own in Long Beach: What Buyers Need to Know

Thinking about buying a condo or "Own Your Own" in Long Beach? Broker Costanza Genoese Zerbi breaks down the ownership, financing, and resale differences you…

The Long Beach Renaissance: From 1994 Roots to the 2026 Skyline

When I first moved to Long Beach in 1994, the city was at a crossroads. The Navy shipyard had recently closed, the Pike was a…

Bixby Knolls vs. Belmont Shore: Which Long Beach Neighborhood is the Better 5-Year Investment?

When investors and families look at Long Beach real estate in 2026, two neighborhoods dominate the conversation: Belmont Shore (90803) and Bixby Knolls (90807).As a…

Moving to Long Beach, California. What Life Is Really Like (Local Guide)

Thinking about moving to Long Beach, CA? This guide breaks down what life is actually like, not the highlight reel. Cost of living, neighborhoods, lifestyle,…

4 Things Buyers Forget to Ask During a Home Tour in Long Beach & the South Bay

Thinking of buying in Long Beach or the South Bay? Don’t just fall in love with countertops, views, or staging. The truth is—smart buyers ask…