In a “normal” year, us Californians are never short on things to do… that’s why we live here, right? But with COVID-19 affecting our once-was lifestyles, we’ve all likely gotten really creative and become accidental pros in entertaining the family at home. But good news! With the Stay-At-Home Order being lifted in Orange County, several […]
RISMedia, the leader in U.S. real estate news and information services, has just released their annual Real Estate Newsmakers list, and we are excited to announce that Melody Smith has been named a crusader in the real estate industry. Individuals on this list are a dynamic group of key influencers making headlines as a result […]
There is data for days on how the real estate market performed in 2020 and we have a pretty clear idea on WHY it did so well, especially in our area. Across all platforms you’ll read that experts predict that the Southern California real estate market will continue on this path through at least the […]
It is no secret that the heart of a home is the kitchen. Buyers dream of modernized kitchens and will quickly shy away from your home if it’s outdated. In fact, kitchens are a primary decision maker for buyers who are touring homes in Laguna Hills. There aren’t many areas in the home that can […]
Every Friday my family hits up the Laguna Hills farmers market. There are many reasons we like to shop at local farmers markets, from savoring local fresh produce to chatting with the farmers directly. Our local farmers market in Laguna Hills is one of Orange County’s Certified Farmers’ Markets. This means they are inspected regularly […]
Here at Melody Smith & Associates, we are huge fans of supporting local businesses and also firmly believe in giving back. Especially this year and holiday season, we are making a concerted effort to do as much as we can in our Laguna Hills community and neighboring areas. There are many ways to support local […]
There were a few real estate-focused propositions on the ballot this year in California, including Propositions 15, 19, and 21. Below are the results and how they can impact you! Proposition 15 was voted NO Proposition 15 was a ballot measure that would have amended the California State Constitution to increase property taxes for commercial […]
I’m proud to announce the launch of Anvil Real Estate, a real estate firm built on trust, powered with tech, and inspired by you. I founded this company to fill a void in Orange County real estate, so Anvil is a different kind of firm. I’ve combined the most desirable characteristics of boutique and national […]