The City of Malibu has extended permit fee waivers for all properties affected by the Woolsey Fires until the end of 2020. An important note: this waiver only to property owners who used their properties as a primary residence during the Woolsey Fire. The June 22nd deadline has been extended ... » Learn More about Burnout Permit Fee’s Waived Until 2021
Woolsey Fire
The Woolsey Fire: 18 Months After
It has been a year and a half since the Woolsey Fire swept through Malibu. The fire was one of the areas most destructive events. It damaged at least 670 structures and damaged over 400 single-family homes. In the wake of this tragedy, Malibu has shown incredible resilience. The charred debris ... » Learn More about The Woolsey Fire: 18 Months After
The Malibu Podcast | Episode 6: 2019 Malibu Year in Review
The Malibu Podcast Episode 6 Wrapping up 2019 with Russell and Tony. Tony Mark and Russell Grether wrap up 2019. They dive into the real estate market and what they saw last year, their predictions of the future, and best advice for sellers and buyers. Russell sheds insight on the Malibu land ... » Learn More about The Malibu Podcast | Episode 6: 2019 Malibu Year in Review
Malibu Burnout Lots: 2020 Market Update
The Woolsey Fire in 2018 created a rare opportunity in Malibu. Historically, building in Malibu has been a challenge now for some time and only keeps increasing in difficulty. When the fire came through Malibu and destroyed well over 400 Malibu properties, two things happened. First, properties ... » Learn More about Malibu Burnout Lots: 2020 Market Update
The Woolsey Fire: A Year Ago Today
It has been 1 year since Malibu was hit with one of the worst wildfires it has ever experienced. Although Malibu’s charred hillsides have come back to life, the devastation is still very real in the lives of family, friends, and our community. On November 8th, a major wind event sparked several ... » Learn More about The Woolsey Fire: A Year Ago Today
Woolsey Fire Update: To Sell or Rebuild
We are approaching the one year mark since the devastating Woolsey Fire. The scars on the hillsides have faded, but the destruction on many properties and lives is still very much present. The properties that suffered a total loss or partial damage have been granted the right to an expedited ... » Learn More about Woolsey Fire Update: To Sell or Rebuild
Rebuilding in Malibu: Step by Step
As of June 11th, three permits to rebuild have officially been issued by the City of Malibu! The devastating Woolsey Fire in November of 2018 destroyed over 670 homes here in Malibu. Now that the initial shock has passed and the dust has settled, the path to rebuilding has been defined by the ... » Learn More about Rebuilding in Malibu: Step by Step
Woolsey Fire Update: Temporary Housing & Rebuilding
Earlier this year, the City of Malibu released a supplemental commission agenda report. This answered many of the questions that residents of Malibu and victims of the Woolsey Fire have been waiting for. In case you haven't had a chance to go through the report in depth, we've summarized a ... » Learn More about Woolsey Fire Update: Temporary Housing & Rebuilding
Selling a Burnout Lot in Malibu
Southern California is no stranger to wildfires, and with vast amounts of unrestricted native brush throughout many mountains and canyons, Malibu is certainly no exception. Ever since the Rindge family first settled here, and likely even before then, Malibu has experienced regular fires for ... » Learn More about Selling a Burnout Lot in Malibu
Rebuilding After The Woolsey Fire
This November, Malibu was hit with the most devastating fire in decades. Malibu lost over 470 homes, and the amount of displaced individuals is staggering. With the dust beginning to settle, the rebuilding process can begin. That comes with many questions. Compass Malibu was proud to host a ... » Learn More about Rebuilding After The Woolsey Fire
Woolsey Fire Update
Dear Friends and Residents of Malibu, There are no words for what has happened to the place that we call home. Some homes were spared while other neighborhoods are unrecognizable. Amidst the heartbreak, we have seen the incredible bravery of the neighbors who stayed behind and the loving support of ... » Learn More about Woolsey Fire Update