By David Sanchez, REALTOR® | Long Beach, CA The steps to buying your first home in Southern California are easier to follow than most people expect, but a few common myths keep first-time buyers on the sidelines for years. I have been helping buyers across Long Beach, Los Angeles, and Orange County since 2017, and...Continue reading→
If you are comparing a condo vs single family home, here is the short answer. Over the past three years, single family homes have gained value while condos have slipped, both statewide and in the Los Angeles and Orange County markets I work in. Statewide, the median single family home price rose 4.9%, from $859,670...Continue reading→
Should I sell my house with a low interest rate? The short answer is that it depends on why you want to move. A low rate is worth protecting, but it shouldn’t be the only thing keeping you in a home that no longer fits your life. The average rate on existing mortgages in the...Continue reading→
Every buyer who sits down with me eventually asks some version of the same question: what actually separates a great real estate decision from one you regret? After years of walking Long Beach, Los Angeles, and Orange County clients through condos, single-family homes, and everything in between, I’ve watched both play out. Here are some...Continue reading→
A living trust California homeowners set up while they’re healthy and clear headed can keep their family out of probate court entirely, save tens of thousands of dollars in fees, and keep private matters private. That was the core message of a recent live webinar hosted by Living CA Realty, where estate planning attorney Adam...Continue reading→
How Many Units Should You Start With? A First-Time Investor’s Guide to Buying a Multifamily Property How many units should you start with when buying your first multifamily property? After nine years helping buyers across Long Beach, Los Angeles, and Orange County purchase their first rental properties, my answer is almost always the same: two...Continue reading→
If you’re searching for community groups Long Beach, Los Angeles, and Orange County residents actually show up to, I can tell you firsthand that they exist, because building them has become as much a part of my work as real estate itself. I’m David Sanchez, founder of Living CA Realty, a real estate team based...Continue reading→
If you own investment property in California and you are thinking about selling, understanding California 1031 exchange rules before you list is one of the smartest moves you can make. A 1031 exchange lets you sell an investment or business property and reinvest the proceeds into another qualifying property while deferring the capital gains tax...Continue reading→
First Time Home Buyer Class in Long Beach: What’s Actually Included A first-time home buyer class in Long Beach should do more than hand you a stack of paperwork and send you on your way. That’s the standard my business partner Kimberly Smith and I hold ourselves to every time we teach our First Time...Continue reading→
Moving to Long Beach: What You Should Know Before Relocating If you are thinking about moving to Long Beach, the first thing I want you to know is that this city does not fit into one box. I grew up close by in Seal Beach and Los Alamitos, came to Long Beach as a...Continue reading→
Neighborhood & Community Guide Laguna Woods Village Amenities: The Complete New Resident Guide Everything you need to know about the seven clubhouses, the amenities, and the day to day of living in the largest 55-plus community on the West Coast. By David Sanchez, REALTOR® | Living CA Realty If you are exploring Laguna Woods Village...Continue reading→
Summer Fun in Long Beach: Join Our Community This Season Paddles, golf rounds, movie nights, and new friends across Long Beach, LA, and Orange County By David Sanchez | Living CA Realty | Community Organizer Since 2020 Summer fun in Long Beach does not happen by accident. It happens when you know which group to...
Downsizing in Southern California Letting Go of a Home You Love: The Emotional Truth About Downsizing The hardest part of downsizing has nothing to do with square footage. Here is what no one tells you, and why so many homeowners across LA and Orange County wish they had made the move sooner. By...Continue reading→
If you have been asking yourself, “How do I sell my home?” and you live in Long Beach, Aqua Towers, or anywhere nearby in the LA and OC area, I want to walk you through exactly how I help my clients sell their home in Long Beach, from the first phone call all the way...Continue reading→
Questions to Ask a Real Estate Agent: Top 10 Answered Real Estate Buyer Guide Questions to Ask a Real Estate Agent: The Top 10 Answered Real answers to the most-searched questions about working with a real estate agent in Long Beach, Los Angeles, and Orange County. By David Sanchez · Living CA Realty · June...Continue reading→
Real Estate Investment Strategies: A Beginner’s Guide | David Sanchez Real Estate Investing Real Estate Investment Strategies: A Beginner’s Complete Guide From house hacking and buy-and-hold to the BRRRR method, here is how everyday people build real wealth through property. By David Sanchez | Living CA Realty | DRE #02029945 Understanding real estate investment strategies...Continue reading→
First-Time Home Buyer Tips | Living CA Realty Buyer Education Real talk on the five things I explain to first-time buyers every single week, and why none of them are as scary as they sound. By David Sanchez | Living CA Realty | Long Beach, CA | Updated: May 2026 These first-time home buyer tips...Continue reading→
Best Neighborhoods in Long Beach | Living CA Realty Long Beach Real Estate Guide A complete guide to help you find the area that fits your lifestyle, commute, and goals. From the waterfront to the hills, Long Beach has something for everyone. By David Sanchez | Living CA Realty | Long Beach, CA | Updated:...Continue reading→
6 Homeowner Tax Tips for 2025: What to Know Before You File The April 15 deadline is here. If you own a home or bought one in 2025, there are some important tax rules that could save you money or cost you if you miss them. Here are six homeowner tax tips for 2025 every...Continue reading→
Who Are the Top Rated Realtors in Long Beach, CA, Near Me? When people search for top-rated realtors in Long Beach, CA, near them, they are usually looking for someone local, trustworthy, and proven. One name that consistently stands out is David Sanchez with Living CA Realty. Known for strong communication and deep local...Continue reading→
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