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Palisades, Altadena property values are actually soaring post-wildfires

• Housing Wire
• March 3, 2025

The market dynamics and desirability of the Palisades area will likely push the pace for turning over land parcels, Selma Hepp says Read more

Home-Selling Season Starts After L.A. Wildfires—and There Is Demand

• Wall Street Journal
• March 2, 2025

Dozens of listings for scorched plots of land have hit the market and often are selling above expectations Read more

Palisades land listings projected to soar. But how will wildfires impact pricing?

• The Real Deal
• February 20, 2025

750 parcels estimated to hit the market, about 10% from fire-impacted properties Read more

LA Home Destroyed in Palisades Fire Draws More Than 60 Offers

• Bloomberg
• February 11, 2025

On a cul-de-sac in Los Angeles’ Pacific Palisades, what was once a four-bedroom wood-and-stucco house is now a pile of rubble except for two chimneys and a few brick columns. Read more

Palisades braces for 30% drop in land values

• The Real Deal
• February 5, 2025

The community braces for a drop in land values of as much as 30 percent as surrounding neighborhoods’ sales and rents spike. Read more

Palisades realtor reflects on wildfire loss

• Fox 11
• February 5, 2025

The neighborhood that got hit the hardest from the Palisades Fire was known as the Alphabet street, consisting of almost 1,200 homes. A real estate agent estimates 99.5% of those homes ar... Read more

Drink up: $5M Preston Hollow home comes with massive wine collection

• The Real Deal
• February 4, 2025

Sommelier offers fully stocked cellar, boxes of Cuban cigars Read more

Couple Watched Their L.A. Home Burn on TV. Now Real Estate Husband Is Trying to Help Others Relocat...

• People
• January 15, 2025

“We also have people calling saying, ‘Hey, I want to buy these properties dirt cheap because they burned down’ right after we’ve told them we lost our home," says Anthony Marguleas Read more

Amalfi Estates Founder’s journey of loss and hope amid the LA wildfires

• Housing Wire
• January 14, 2025

This week on the RealTrending podcast we are bringing you an episode a bit earlier than normal to highlight a story of loss and hope during the wildfires in the Los Angeles area. Read more

Apple Pies Promote Tattoo Removal: It’s Pie Day at Amalfi Estates

• Circling the News
• November 26, 2024

Anthony Marguleas and the Amalfi Estates staff hosted their eighth annual Thanksgiving Pie Day on November 26. Marguleas purchased more than 100 apple and pumpkin pies from Homeboy Bakery... Read more

LA luxury agents reach for optimism in a turbulent market

• The Real Deal
• October 17, 2024

Measure ULA, insurance issues and elections inspire “a lot of anxiousness” Read more

“Nothing for us to defend”: LA brokers eye NAR deadline

• The Real Deal
• August 15, 2024

New commission guidelines take hold, but more litigation could be ahead Read more

Worried about doing fewer deals? Sell more expensive homes instead

• Inman
• August 12, 2024

NAR’s commission suit settlement policy changes are coming. If you're worried about fewer deals in your future, maybe it's time to focus on a higher price point, broker Anthony Marguleas ... Read more

Part II: Can I Trust My Real Estate Agent?

• Palisadian Post
• April 11, 2024

Well … here we are. The National Association of Realtors settled its months-long lawsuit, making waves and sparking headlines all over the United States. Read more

Navigating the Insurance Waters in Pacific Palisades

• Palisadian-Post
• March 14, 2024

The picturesque community of Pacific Palisades, nestled between the rugged Santa Monica Mountains and the expansive Pacific Ocean, finds itself at a crossroads. Read more

Can I Trust My Real Estate Agent?

• Palisadian-Post
• February 8, 2024

Let’s address the big, pink, lawsuit-filled elephant in the room: Real estate agents get a bad rep. But is it deserved? Perhaps, yes? Read more

Marguleas Selected Palisades Rotary Businessman of the Year

• Circling The News
• January 20, 2024

Anthony Marguleas, the founder and owner of Amalfi Estates, was selected to be the Rotary Businessman of the Year. Read more

Steve Wynn lowers the price of Beverly Hills estate to $75M

• The Real Deal
• January 17, 2024

12% cut raises the question: How do you price a one-of-a-kind home? Read more

Unlocking Exclusivity: The Benefits of Selling Your Home Off Market

• Palisadian Post
• January 11, 2024

The traditional process of selling a home often involves a flurry of open houses, public listings and the constant scrutiny of potential buyers. Read more

LA market’s first $20M home sale of year comes from Pacific Palisades

• The Real Deal
• January 5, 2024

The first luxury house sale of 2024 came from Pacific Palisades, rather than the typical locales in Malibu, Beverly Hills or Brentwood. Read more

Amalfi Estates' Visionary Approach To Redefining Success In Real Estate

• Leverage
• December 27, 2023

The Amalfi Estates team continues its remarkable philanthropic journey, with its 12-agent team donating $208,166 in 2023 alone. Read more

Why one Kansas City lawsuit could permanently change real estate

• FastCompany
• December 17, 2023

Mounting challenges, including a change to how buyer’s agents are compensated, could cause an exodus of workers from the real estate sector. Read more

Navigating the Waves: A 2023 Overview of the Westside Real Estate Market

• Palisadian Post
• December 14, 2023

As we stand at the crossroads of 2023, the real estate landscape reflects a dynamic interplay of various factors that have left an indelible mark on property values, availability and the ... Read more

The End of an Era: Selling Your Childhood Home

• Palisadian Post
• November 8, 2023

You’ve just received the call: your parents are selling your childhood home. Some people believe selling a house can be one of the most stressful events in your life. Even with the best ... Read more

Brokerage heads react to NAR’s guilty verdict

• The Real Deal
• November 2, 2023

Brokerage executives are speaking up for buyer’s agents following a landmark victory over the National Association of Realtors, Keller Williams and HomeServices America in a class-action ... Read more

Inflation and Interest: Unraveling the Future of Mortgage Rates

• Palisadian Post
• October 12, 2023

If you’re considering a home purchase within the year, you’re likely keeping a watchful eye on mortgage rates. Read more

NAR’s big, bad year

• The Real Deal
• October 3, 2023

Trade group weathers president drama, landmark commission lawsuits Read more

The Gift of Generational Wealth

• Palisadian Post
• September 14, 2023

I’m writing this article from the banks of the Arno in Florence, Italy, where everywhere I turn, I’m reminded of the inspiration for the Italian street names in our home in the Palisades. Read more

Lights, Camera, Impact: How the Writers Guild of America Shakes Up Real Estate

• Palisadian Post
• August 11, 2023

In the glamorous world of Hollywood, what happens behind the scenes can have surprising effects on the real estate market. Read more

In First Three Months, Measure ULA Collects Only $38m

• The Real Deal
• August 1, 2023

To meet revenue goal, transfer tax needs to bring in $56M per month Read more

"As Dumb as the Mansion Tax”: LA Brokers, Developers Push Back on Proposed Wildlife Ordinance

• The Real Deal
• July 13, 2023

L.A.’s high-end real estate crowd has been agitated for months. Read more

Beyond the Headlines: Creative Tactics for Buyers and Agents to Thrive in a ‘Challenging Market’

• Palisadian Post
• July 12, 2023

The Los Angeles real estate market has always been dynamic and sought after, offering countless opportunities for buyers and investors. Read more

Movers: Top CRE Agent to add resi focus at Carolwood Estates

• The Real Deal
• July 4, 2023

Davis Saadian moves team to Carolwood, Gary Glass affiliates with AKG, former Villa agents to Compass Read more

Becoming an Investor in Real Estate Rental Properties

• Money Geek
• July 3, 2023

Learn how to choose a property, get it financed and start making an income. Read more

Home Sales Increase in State During May but No Big Recovery in Sight

• The Real Deal
• June 28, 2023

A lender told me there was an uptick in applications, but they can’t move them because sellers are staying in place. They’re locked into 2 percent and 3 percent rates,” said Desyana Willi... Read more

A Guide to Becoming a Landlord for the First Time

• Money Geek
• June 23, 2023

Understanding the basics, such as projecting your return on investment and budgeting for affordable homeowners insurance, can prepare you for the responsibilities of overseeing a property... Read more

In LA, Golf Can Be a Dealmaker

• The Real Deal
• June 17, 2023

The city hosts the U.S. Open for the first time in 75 years, but the gentlemen’s game is anything but new for real estate. Read more

A Dance of Rising Mortgage Rates and Low Inventory

• Palisadian-Post
• June 7, 2023

The California real estate market, once a thriving landscape, is now facing the formidable challenge of skyrocketing mortgage rates coupled with a chronic shortage of housing inventory. Read more

LA’s luxury home market shows slow recovery in May

• The Real Deal
• May 30, 2023

During May, the scarcity of luxury home sales in Los Angeles continued for a second straight month with a slight improvement. Read more

Anthony Marguleas: La 'mansion Tax' is 'devastating' the Market

• Inman
• May 22, 2023

Inman recently caught up with Marguleas to discuss his company's new venture in Dallas, the effects of the LA 'Mansion Tax' and what he's looking forward to at this year's ICLV event. Read more

Why Pricing Your Home Below Market Value Could Actually Boost Profits

• Palisadian Post
• May 11, 2023

Today, we’ll explore three pricing strategies to help homeowners make informed decisions when selling. Read more

L.A.’s luxury real estate market freezes, putting ‘mansion tax’ funds in limbo

• Los Angeles Times
• May 5, 2023

After a white-hot March, L.A.'s luxury real estate market ground to a halt in April when Measure ULA kicked in, leaving the city with less money than originally projected. Read more

Amalfi Estates plans to open sales operation in Dallas

• The Real Deal
• May 1, 2023

Pacific Palisades agency follows where clients are moving: Texas Read more

Luxury home agents mull impact of looming Writers Guild strike

• April 27, 2023

Roxy Gonzalez of Amalfi Estates, headquartered in Pacific Palisades, said a strike could make a big impact on the luxe bedroom communities of the entertainment industry, such as Brentwood... Read more

Prisons and Justice Initiative at Georgetown

• Palisadian Post
• April 23, 2023

Sue and Anthony Marguleas, founder of Amalfi Estates, recently hosted “Cocktails and Conversation” with Georgetown’s Marc Howard of the Prisons and Justice Initiative at their Palisades h... Read more

Luxe Home Sellers Skip Discounts to Beat ULA Tax Deadline

• The Real Deal
• April 10, 2023

Agent reports “many of my sellers did not need a fire sale” Read more

Los Angeles ‘mansion Tax’ Worries Brokers

• RISMEDIA
• April 3, 2023

Beginning this past weekend, high-end homes in one of the nation’s most high-end markets are now subject to what is colloquially referred to as a “mansion tax.” Read more

Uptick For Luxury Home Deals In Race To Beat ULA Transfer Tax

• The Real Deal
• March 27, 2023

Price reductions and speedy escrows help sales close before April 1 deadline. Read more

Free McLaren or Bentley: Sellers get creative to close deals before ‘mansion tax’ kicks in

• Los Angeles Times
• March 26, 2023

Sellers get creative to close deals before ‘mansion tax’ kicks in Read more

In a Soft Market, Home Sellers Switch to Rental Strategy

• The Real Deal
• March 18, 2023

Transfer tax and interest rates dampen sales, but agents find lease market less lucrative Read more

What Really Determines a Buyer’s Market vs. a Seller’s Market?

• Palisadian Post
• March 8, 2023

Real estate markets can be divided into two major categories. Read more

Op-Ed: Combatting Discrimination in the Real Estate Industry

• Palisadian Post
• February 27, 2023

Hurdles to property ownership go far beyond the individual and into the systemic, with archaic rules and discriminatory practices still prevalent today. Read more

Industry Perspectives with Anthony Marguleas: Combatting Persistent, Pervasive Issues in Fair Housi...

• Leverage
• January 17, 2023

Real estate represents an incredible opportunity to build and pass down generational wealth, but it still remains disproportionately out of reach for many people. Read more

Expert Advice For Homebuyers In 2023: Look For This In The Market

• Yahoo Finance
• January 17, 2023

Last year made homeownership even harder for young adults, who already struggled with first-time home buying. Read more

Op-Ed: Measure ULA Transfer Tax Misguided and Poorly Planned

• Palisadian Post
• January 17, 2023

Many of you may be aware of the recent Measure ULA initiative that passed. The measure, referred to as a “mansion tax,” imposes a new 4% transfer tax on property sales in the city of Los ... Read more

Anthony Marguleas on Lead Generation Tactics for Agents and Teams

• Real Trends
• January 1, 2023

Today’s RealTrending features Anthony Marguleas, broker/owner of Amalfi Estates, a Side partner, in Pacific Palisades, California. Read more

New Possibilities at The Intersection of Philanthropy and Real Estate with Amalfi Estates

• Leverage
• December 21, 2022

What began as a simple question – what if I donated a portion of my commission to charity? Read more

Was $141M the Right Price for ‘The One’? The Numbers Behind the Sale

• Realtor
• December 15, 2022

It was offered at auction, and a bidding war broke out. The winning bid was $126 million, in addition to a 12% auction fee, amounting to a price of over $141 million. Read more

This $6 Million Zen Sanctuary in LA Is Surrounded By Lush Botanical Gardens

• Robb Report
• December 12, 2022

The custom-built Marmol Radziner home in Venice exudes earthy, California cool. Read more

With mansion tax looming, LA agents advise clients to sell luxury homes

• The Real Deal
• December 11, 2022

But in a slowing market, do sellers have enough time to beat April 1 deadline? Read more

‘To See Blantant Racism, It’s Shocking,’ Says Real Estate Broker About Fair Housing Act Violations

• Dr. Phil
• December 8, 2022

A real estate broker claims he and his agents have witnessed blatant racism when some property owners refuse to sell to others based on racial or ethnic background. Read more

An End to the Eviction Moratorium

• Palisadian Post
• December 7, 2022

The emergency restrictions set forth by COVID three years ago will no longer be policy as of February 1, 2023. Read more

Sugar Ray Leonard starts new round with $45M listing

• The Real Deal
• October 18, 2022

Boxing legend relists Pacific Palisades mansion he’s tried to sell twice before Read more

Hollywood’s Top 30 Real Estate Agents 2022

• The Hollywood Reporter
• September 9, 2022

The elite Los Angeles brokers who are setting records (including a $177 million sale) even while navigating market headwinds, such as rising interest rates. Read more

Movers & Shakers: Fredrik Eklund Tests Luck in Las Vegas

• The Real Deal
• August 8, 2022

Douglas Elliman’s Eklund|Gomes Team recently expanded operations to Las Vegas. Read more

Broker Spotlight: Anthony Marguleas, Amalfi Estates

• Inman
• May 11, 2022

This week, the spotlight shines on Anthony Marguleas. Find out how this survivor and philanthropist makes every moment, and every transaction, count in his real estate career Read more

Rental Prices Skyrocket as Pandemic Continues

• Palisadian Post
• February 9, 2022

As we continue further into the pandemic—which has caused many shifts in the economy—renters are leaving city life for the suburbs. Read more

Fast-growing Brokerage Side Enters Nyc

• Real Trends
• January 18, 2022

The San Francisco company has tapped a managing broker but is still looking for real estate agents. Read more

The 10 Most Expensive Los Angeles Real Estate Deals of 2021

• The Hollywood Reporter
• December 22, 2021

Buyers including Kanye West and Snapchat’s Evan Spiegel contributed to a record-breaking year, as the pandemic inspired the ultra-wealthy to invest more time and money in their homes. Read more

Dom DeLuise’s Pacific Palisades ranch sells for $6.49 million

• Los Angeles Times
• December 7, 2021

Built in the 1950s, the ranch sits on a third of an acre outside Riviera Country Club. (Pritchett-Rapf & Associates). Read more

Fire Insurance: How Recent Legislation Affects You

• Palisadian Post
• October 13, 2021

Insurance companies are no longer required to protect California homes from wildfire damages due to the expiration of the 2018 moratorium. Read more

As Brokerages Consolidate, DPP Vows to Stay Independent

• Los Angeles Business Journal
• October 3, 2021

Pasadena-based brokerage Deasy Penner Podley is partnering with San Francisco-based Side Inc. Read more

Historic Hearst Estate in Beverly Hills Officially Sells for $63.1M After Price Cuts — See Inside!

• People
• September 14, 2021

A $47 million offer on the home was accepted last month, but was then subject to an "overbid" Read more

Billionaire Investor Nicolas Berggruen to Buy Hearst Estate in Beverly Hills

• The Wall Street Journal
• September 14, 2021

Mr. Berggruen won a bankruptcy auction for the estate with a $63.1 million offer, a discount from earlier asking prices Read more

Market Fluctuations: What’s Causing Them?

• Palisadian Post
• September 8, 2021

The housing market is constantly transitioning through roller-coaster phases, with productivity on the rise one day and down the next. Read more

What makes this mastermind group of top agents so effective?

• Inman
• July 18, 2021

Why these $100M+ producing agents chose collaboration over competition Read more

Knowing if an ADU is Right for You

• Palisadian Post
• April 7, 2021

What exactly is an ADU? Accessory dwelling units are secondary living areas attached to or built on the property of an existing residence. Read more

Giving First and Foremost: The Philanthropist Who Sells Real Estate

• RisMedia
• February 14, 2021

Giving back to my community is important to me as a business owner. Read more

Anthony Marguleas Answers Commonly Asked Real Estate Questions From Google

• Digs
• October 18, 2019

Marguleas, our team leader, has sold over $1 billion dollars in real estate and is ranked in the top 60 agents nationwide by The Wall Street Journal. Read more

What Do Millennials Look for When Buying a Home? Amalfi Estates Broker Anthony Marguleas Tells Us

• Beond TV
• September 23, 2019

Millennials like less formality in their home and more open space, according to Broker of Amalfi Estates, Anthony Marguleas. What else are they looking for? Read more

Malibu house hunt: A stylish modern or a Spanish compound?

• Los Angeles Times
• September 19, 2019

For $3 million, which would you prefer: a well-designed contemporary home with lots of amenities, or a Spanish-style mountain estate with plenty of space both inside and out? Read more

Anthony Marguleas of Amalfi Estates

• Beond TV
• September 1, 2019

Meet Anthony Marguleas of Amalfi Estates and find out why he’s different from other realtors. Read more