The Top Property Management Services in the South Bay. Proudly serving Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Torrance, Inglewood, Hawthorne, Gardena, Lomita, and Lawndale About Merit Property Management At Merit Real Estate, we strive to provide our associates and their clients with high-quality, professional real estate services. We are proud to offer Property Management led […]

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Having a dog and a clean home does not have to be impossible. True, living with pets can make things trickier – through no fault of their own – but that doesn’t mean you can’t have both. Here are some ways you can have a gorgeous home and a happy pup at the same time. […]

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Determining if you’re ready to own a home for the first time can be a challenge! It can feel intimidating to purchase your first home.  How do you know if you’re ready??  There are a few simple questions you can answer to help you determine if buying a home is the right decision for you at […]

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You may have heard people saying that owning a home is beneficial for tax purposes, but you don’t fully understand why. Perhaps you know about some tax benefits, but fear you may be missing out on some tax break opportunities. We have compiled a list of our favorite tax credits for homeowners! While it is […]

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When choosing a new home, it’s important to take your future into consideration.  Perhaps the most important thing to take into consideration when purchasing a home is your future there. It’s so easy to get caught up in the marketing and finance of it all, but the truth is that you have to live there – presumably […]

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Getting ready for an open house can be challenging for anyone, but prepping to sell a house with pets can be an especially trying task. Having pets often means living with their odors and messes, and while you may not mind them, potential buyers could be put off by the smallest of stains or smells. […]

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Purchasing a home is the best investment you’ll ever make. When you purchase a home you are truly making an investment – gaining equity and saving your down payment until you choose to sell at a higher price. Make sure you’re making the right investment for you! School District Makes a Difference You may be […]

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You’ve decided that it’s time for you to purchase your first home. Now what? Now it is time to start preparing to buy a home. Being a first-time homebuyer is one of the most exciting and uncertain times of your life. We want to make sure that you’re 100% prepared for this life-changing moment so […]

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Going through a foreclosure can wreak havoc on a person’s financial life, but the emotional toll that a foreclosure can take on an individual or a family can often go overlooked. This year alone an estimated 2.5 million American’s will experience a foreclosure. TAKE THE RIGHT AMOUNT OF RESPONSIBILITY One of the biggest emotional burdens […]

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When trying to purchase a new home, it can be overwhelming to think about trying to save for a down payment. For most people, this is the largest single sum of money that will ever leave their account. For many, even the thought of having to save such a large sum can seem insurmountable. Coffee […]

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