This article addresses issues that many first time home buyers do not consider,
that being the remaining life of the existing systems currently in the home and
the cost of future replacement.
Over 80% of all home searches begin on the internet. Your Long Beach homes need
to be online, and findable, when buyers begin their search.
Have the
Long Beach Realtors you interview show you their ability to market your Long Beach homes and condos on the internet. Step back; pick keywords that should bring
that item to the front page of Google; keywords like Long Beach Real
Estate, Long Beach Condos and Long Beach Homes. Google accounts for over 80% of all real estate searches.
Are any of the sites that your Long Beach Realtor owns coming up at the top of the engines? No? Keep shopping. Better
yet, call the local Realtors on the front page of Google, they already know
how to get there and you can cut right through the unlikely candidates.
Over 25% of all Home Buyers FIRST saw the home they purchased on the internet. If your Long Beach homes and condos are not heavily marketed on the internet, you are missing thousands of potential buyers.
We have incredible internet marketing ability and are on the top of the Google search engine.
If
you are thinking about selling your Long Beach home or condo, contact Laurie for
a free evaluation. Laurie is an Internet savvy Long Beach Realtor. (562) 212-5420
Valentines Day seems to turn everyone into a Romantic. Here in Long Beach there are many men that are in a complete panic over February 14th. To make their lives a little easier here are Ten Romantic Things to do in Long Beach CA this Valentines Day with your Long Beach Sweetheart!
1. Go the traditional route. Take your Long Beach Sweetheart out to dinner. Long Beach is full of wonderful restaurants to select from:
Parkers Lighthouse will provide you first class surroundings and award winning cuisine 435 Shoreline Village Drive Long Beach CA 90802
Romantic Northern Italian try Christys Ristorante - 3937 E. Broadway Long Beach CA 90803 (866) 919-5774
Your Long Beach Sweetheart is a little more exegetic? Try Café Piccolo 3222 E. Broadway Long Beach CA 90803 (562) 438-1316
In the mood for a great Steak? Then off you go to Kellys Restaurant - 5716 East 2nd Street Long Beach (562) 433-4983
Do the two of you enjoy Jazz? Try this little romantic spot Nicos Restaurant 5760 E. 2nd Street Long Beach CA 90803 (562) 434-4479
Perhaps a more contemporary American cuisine is what your desire? Then try The Madison 102 Pine Avenue Long Beach CA 90802
Want a great view of Long Beach; try The Reef on the Water. 880 Harbor Scenic Drive Long Beach CA 90802 (562) 435-8013
Elegant seven course meal how about Delius Restaurant - 3550 Long Beach Blvd. Long Beach CA 90807 (562) 426-0604
Your Long Beach sweetheart loves wine, try LOpera Ristorante with an extensive wine list that is sure to please. 101 Pine Avenue Long Beach CA 90802 (562) 491-0066
The ultimate romantic evening-dining and dancing at the top of the Breakers at The Skyroom; 40 South Locust Avenue; Long Beach, Ca 90802; 562-983-2703 - Like stepping back in time¦
2. On a budget? Romance is not about how much you spend, but the time you spend together. How about taking your Sweetheart to the Aquarium of the Pacific and spend the day together walking hand in hand and enjoying the Aquarium and the sense of wonder¦ Go on a Whale Watch or take advantage of the Valentines Day Dinner.
3. Free to spend a little more money and want to wow your Long Beach Sweetheart? Instead of staying in a hotel, how about renting a yacht for an incredibly romantic evening in Rainbow Harbor with magnificent views of the Queen Mary and Downtown Long Beach skyline.
5. Ok, so you were thinking a little more along the lines jewelry instead of Real Estate. Understandable, but dont forget me when it is time to buy or sell Real Estate in Long Beach California! Here are a few Long Beach Jewelry Stores you might just find the perfect trinket for your Long Beach Sweetheart:
Mood Swings Jewelry 455 E. Ocean Boulevard Long Beach CA 90802 (562) 437-6250
Every girls heart skips a beat when they get a little blue box from Tiffany & Co. 10250 Santa Monica Blvd. Los Angeles CA 90067 (310) 557-0840
Dave Schneider Fine Jewelry 245 The Promenade Long Beach CA (562) 437-0448.
LA Ventanilla Jewelry Shop 351 E. 7th Street Long Beach CA (562) 495-8370
8. Flowers are always a good touch and are always a good bet. Here are a few Florists in the area that would be able to create that bouquet to remember:
Sees Candies - 2129 Bellflower Blvd. Long Beach CA 90815 (562) 597-5189
Bodega Chocolates 17290 Newhope Street Fountain Valley CA 92708 (714) 432-1537
The Candy Baron - 419 Shoreline Village Drive Long Beach CA 90802 (562) 435-5661
10. Want to give your Long Beach Sweetheart a unique gift, something different, perhaps one of these stores will give you inspiration for that great gift!
Blue Windows has a selection of interesting gift ideas. 5276 E. 2nd Street Long Beach CA 90803 (562) 434-7195.
Loving life on the racy side? The Rubbertree; 5018 East 2nd Street Long Beach, CA 90802; Telephone: (562) 434-0027
Hot Stuff has a selection of Adult gifts, they are located at 2121 E. Broadway Long Beach CA 90803 (562) 433-0692
Once Upon a Story is a bookstore with lots of interesting books and is located at 3740 E. 4th Street Long Beach CA 90814 (562) 433-6856. Ok a childrens bookstore but think hard, remember your sweetheart telling you about a favorite childhood book.
How about purchasing a subscription to the Long Beach Opera and enjoy giving the gift and 4 wonderful evenings with your Sweetheart? Opera too much for you or your Long Beach Sweetheart? How about purchasing tickets to the Long Beach Symphony Orchestra instead.
The Museum store at the Long Beach Museum of Art might just have that unique gift you are seeking for your sweetheart. They are located at 2300 E. Ocean Blvd Long Beach CA 90803 (562) 439-2119
Have a Very Happy Valentines Day!
Call Laurie today to begin your search for homes and condos in Long Beach (562) 212-5420
Laurie Manny Professional Group 
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Do the two of you enjoy Jazz? Try this little romantic spot 
Ok, so you were thinking a little more along the lines jewelry instead of Real Estate. Understandable, but dont forget me when it is time to 
10. Want to give your Long Beach Sweetheart a unique gift, something different, perhaps one of these stores will give you inspiration for that great gift!
