Unbeknownst to most Zillow users, the platform began 2021 with some big changes. Previously, Zillow syndicated listings from the Multiple Listing Service. That meant consumers would see every listing that agents could, excluding off-market and pocket listings. This was across the board, including ... » Learn More about Zillow’s New Lease Platform & What It Means for Malibu
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Malibu Real Estate: 2020 Year in Review
2020 will go down in history as a year of uncertainty. While it would be easy to recap the global pandemic, erratic stock markets, and political upheaval of 2020, we will leave that to the news. Instead, we will be analyzing the 2020 Malibu real estate market. Our local market outperformed years ... » Learn More about Malibu Real Estate: 2020 Year in Review
Malibu Burnout Permit Rights Extended
This November marked two years since the Woolsey Fire changed Malibu forever. Incredible progress has been made, but as we reported in our previous blog, approximately one out of five burnout owners have not begun the rebuilding process or sold their lots. However, there is good news! On December ... » Learn More about Malibu Burnout Permit Rights Extended
The Malibu Holiday Gift Guide | The Mark & Grether Group
The holidays are here! What better way to shop for holiday gifts this year than supporting local businesses at the same time. To make it easier, our team compiled a list of some of our favorite local shops and stores. Happy shopping! Malibu Country Mart Toy Crazy - All the fun toys and games ... » Learn More about The Malibu Holiday Gift Guide | The Mark & Grether Group
Why Malibu is the Best Place to Live During COVID
2020 has turned our world upside down. A global pandemic, widespread civil unrest, skyrocketing unemployment, and economic uncertainty have been making headlines for over a year. The way that we live in America has also changed. For countless decades, we have followed industry, entertainment, and ... » Learn More about Why Malibu is the Best Place to Live During COVID
The Woolsey Fire: Two Years Ago
On November 8th in 2018, Malibu experienced its most devastating fire in recorded history. Over 400 single family homes were lost and approximately 670 structures were destroyed from the upper canyons all the way to the bluffs at Point Dume. The situation for those affected by the fire varies ... » Learn More about The Woolsey Fire: Two Years Ago
5 Halloween Events and At-Home Activities in and Around Malibu
Halloween will look a little different this year as the Coronavirus has put a halt to trick-or-treating and many events are cancelled or have strict social distancing protocols. But that doesn't have to take away from the fun! Here are 5 activities that you and your kids can enjoy in and around ... » Learn More about 5 Halloween Events and At-Home Activities in and Around Malibu
Fire Season 2020 and La Nina
Malibu residents need no reminder that it is peak fire season. Historically, this spans during the driest parts of the year, July through November. It is during these months that wildfire risks are at their peak. Threat factors include hot, dry, windy weather, brush moisture levels, and Santa ... » Learn More about Fire Season 2020 and La Nina
Malibu’s Best Buys Under $3 Million
There is a popular myth that only the incredibly wealthy can dwell in Malibu. While that may be true for Carbon Beach and other exclusive communities, there is a multitude of properties under $3 million that can provide a gateway to the Malibu lifestyle! The Summer of 2020 has brought a large ... » Learn More about Malibu’s Best Buys Under $3 Million
Real Trends 2019: The #1 Small Team in Malibu
The 2019 standings are here! Every year, REAL Trends ranks agents and teams on both a nationwide and state level. For 2019, we are thrilled to be ranked #130 by volume for small teams in the entire state of California and the #1 small team in Malibu! We transacted over $68 million in ... » Learn More about Real Trends 2019: The #1 Small Team in Malibu
5 Ways the Coronavirus Could Impact the Future of Home Design
Home has never been more important than it is right now. The Coronavirus has suddenly transitioned us into a world where everyday activities, such as work and physical activity, are all happening at home. As we are confined now more than ever, our reliance on home has grown and the future of home ... » Learn More about 5 Ways the Coronavirus Could Impact the Future of Home Design
Homeschooling During a Pandemic: Malibu Tips
Homeschooling is no easy task. With schools and offices closed nationwide, millions of parents have had to learn how to balance school, work, and living from home. For all you superhuman parents, keep up the great work and read on below for some homeschool room ideas, local Malibu field trips, and ... » Learn More about Homeschooling During a Pandemic: Malibu Tips