The Document Every Trust Sale Needs (That Most People Never Ask For)

A trust certificate isn't enough to sell a home. Here's the restriction that could stop a sale — and why the full trust document matters

How to Avoid a ‘Boot’ and Choose the Right Qualified Intermediary in a 1031 Exchange

A boot, a missing Qualified Intermediary, or the wrong taxpayer name can disqualify a 1031 exchange. Here's how to avoid all three.

Selling My Parents’ Long Beach Home: What I Learned Doing My Own 1031 Exchange

I bought my Long Beach condo in 2000 for my parents. Here's how I'm using a 1031 exchange to sell it and defer capital gains…

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…

Navigating the 2026 California Real Estate Landscape: What You Need to Know

The California real estate market is constantly evolving, and 2026 brings several significant legislative changes that impact buyers, sellers, and homeowners alike. From new financial…

The 2026 Long Beach Neighborhood Appreciation Report

Belmont Shore and Naples lead Long Beach in 2026 home appreciation, up nearly 26% year-over-year. Full neighborhood breakdown inside

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…

California’s Transfer Tax Fight Is Heading to the Ballot. Here’s What Every Southern California Seller Needs to Know.

California's Transfer Tax Fight Is Heading to the Ballot. Here's What Every Southern California Seller Needs to Know.By Costanza Genoese Zerbi | Costanza Genoese Zerbi…

Navigating the RESPA Landscape: Recent Developments with Zillow and Rocket Mortgage

As a top real estate agent here in Long Beach, I believe that high-level service is built on a foundation of absolute transparency. Lately, the…

Real Estate Fraud Is Rising in Long Beach, the South Bay and Los Angeles. What Homeowners Need to Know Now

Why Real Estate Fraud Is Becoming a Serious Issue for Long Beach HomeownersReal estate fraud is no longer rare or isolated. It is growing faster,…