EL SEGUNDO HERALD October 25, 2018 Page 9
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Open House Directory
• Fri 12-1:30pm 1225 E. Acacia Ave, ES 4/3.5, remodeled modern farmhouse
Bill Ruane RE/MAX Estate Properties 310.877.2374
• Fri 12-2pm 750 Sheldon St, ES 3/3, 1665 sf, 6700 sf lot $1,299,000
Gina Hoffman Palm Realty Boutique 310.864.5347
• Sat 2-4pm 1225 E. Acacia Ave, ES 4/3.5, remodeled modern farmhouse
Bill Ruane RE/MAX Estate Properties 310.877.2374
• Sat 2-4pm 900 Lomita St., ES 2/2, Approved Plans $1,120,000
Lynn O’Neil Beach City Brokers 310.261.0798
• Sat 2-4pm 10 New Twnhms on 137 & 145 Virginia St., 3/2.5 $1,179,000
Bill Ruane RE/MAX Estate Properties 310.877.2374
• Sat 2-4pm 750 Sheldon St, ES 3/3, 1665 sf, 6700 sf lot $1,299,000
Gina Hoffman Palm Realty Boutique 310.864.5347
• Sat 2-4pm 873 Maryland St, ES 3/2, NEW & gorgeous remodel $1,449,000
Lynn O’Neil Beach City Brokers 310.261.0798
• Sun 2-4pm 1225 E. Acacia Ave, ES 4/3.5, remodeled modern farmhouse
Bill Ruane RE/MAX Estate Properties 310.877.2374
• Sun 2-4pm 5053 W 109th St Unit 1, Lennox 3/4, new construction $539,000
Bill Ruane RE/MAX Estate Properties 310.877.2374
• Sun 2–4pm 1630 E. Palm Ave. #3, ES 3/2.5, recently updated $819,000
Bill Ruane RE/MAX Estate Properties 310.877.2374
• Sun 2-4pm 221 Whiting St #2, ES, 3/4, 1685 sf, end unit $899,000
Bill Ruane RE/MAX Estate Properties 310.877.2374
• Sun 2-4pm 530 Sierra Place #4, ES 3/2.5, amazing loc, open layout $925,000
Bill Ruane RE/MAX Estate Properties 310.877.2374
• Sun 2-4pm 900 Lomita St., ES 2/2, Approved Plans $1,120,000
Lynn O’Neil Beach City Brokers 310.261.0798
• Sun 2-4pm 10 New Twnhms on 137 & 145 Virginia St., 3/2.5 $1,179,000
Bill Ruane RE/MAX Estate Properties 310.877.2374
• Sun 2-4pm 1121 East Acacia 3/2 , nice inside, 1326 sf, 6296 sf lot $1,215,000
John Skulick Beach City Brokers 310.350.4240
• Sun 2-4pm 750 Sheldon St, ES 3/3, 1665 sf, 6700 sf lot $1,299,000
Gina Hoffman Palm Realty Boutique 310.864.5347
• Sun 2-4pm 873 Maryland St, ES 3/2, NEW & gorgeous remodel $1,449,000
Lynn O’Neil Beach City Brokers 310.261.0798
• Sun 12-3pm 515 Via Almar, PVE 3/2, 2314sf, 6427 sf lot $2,495,000
Alex Abad Palm Realty Boutique 310.877.6488
Financing Home
Improvement Projects
(BPT) - Whether it’s transforming a fixerupper
into your dream home or just giving a
makeover to your kitchen or bathroom, home
improvement projects are on the minds of
many new homeowners across the country.
While many things about renovating your
home are flexible, your budget might not be.
There are several ways to finance larger projects
and it’s important to explore your options to
find the one that’s right for you.
1. Shop around. The better you plan, the better
chance you’ll save money. Before anything
gets torn out or installed, you should spend
time consulting with contractors and getting
estimates. Look at the work they’ve done to
see if they would be a good fit.
2. Consider financing options. There are
several options when financing a home
improvement project and it is important to
choose the right fit for you. Home equity loans
and home equity lines of credit (HELOC)
require you to borrow against the value of
your home, with home equity loans offering
a lump sum while home equity lines of credit
provide you with a credit line you can borrow
against. An unsecured home improvement loan
can be used based on your creditworthiness and
ability to pay, not tied to a piece of collateral.
3. Create a budget. Because of the nature
of remodels, things often end up costing more
than you might think. No matter how big or
how small the project, you need to have a solid
sense of what your “all in” budget number is.
This should not only account for hard and
soft costs for things like labor, materials and
designers, it should also account for contingency
costs. Experts typically recommend budgeting
an additional 15 to 20 percent for unexpected
scenarios that might arise.
4. Remember, this is an investment! Not
all home renovations will pay off in the long
term. It’s important to consider cost vs. value
before you start making changes, especially
for homeowners looking to sell in the near
future. If you plan on putting your house on
the market sooner rather than later, be sure
to keep track of the top home features to get
the best return on your investment.
5. Work with a designer. This might sound
like a luxury or an added expense, but in
many cases, a designer could actually help
save money by finding deals or providing
suggestions for less expensive alternatives,
such as using quartz or white concrete instead
of marble. Above all, their expertise can help
avoid costly mistakes that can often arise when
people try to cut corners on their own.
With these tips, you should be better prepared
to finance your home improvement project.
When you’re ready to start, you shouldn’t have
to wait weeks for a home appraisal to get your
renovation project underway. You could see
your home improvement loan options from
Marcus by Goldman Sachs in as little as five
minutes and once approved, most people see
the funds in their bank accounts in as little
as four days. With Marcus you could be one
step closer to your dream home. *
The Hoffman Group
HAPPY
HALLOWEEN!
750 SHELDON ST., EL SEGUNDO
CHARMING COTTAGE!!
3 BED + ATTACHED INLAW SUITE | 3 BATH
1665 SF | 6700 SF LOT. A+++ LOCATION!! PARK LIKE BACK
YARD!! REMODELED KITCHEN WITH SKYLIGHT!! UPDATED
WINDOWS, DOORS AND
FURNACE THROUGH RSI PROGRAM!!
ASKING $1,299,000
quote for the week
Almost every successful person begins with two beliefs: the
future can be better then the present, and I have the power to
make it so. - Anonymous
BROKERS OPEN 10/26 12-2PM
PUBLIC OPENS 10/27 2-4PM & 10/28 2-4PM
BRE No. 01905428
new listing!
gina hoffman
310. 864. 5347
ginahoffmanrealtor@gmail.com