Despite the headlines, the fact of the matter is we have too little housing inventory in Los Angeles. And despite a recent pull back in buyer demand, this issue is so systemic and multi-factor that it will be with us for the foreseeable future.

The good news is, I am a professional house-hunter! And honestly have been long before I was officially a licensed realtor. I have always loved stalking houses and neighborhoods and now I get to serve my clients that way.

How do I find homes for my buyer clients? Here are just a few ways:

1. Track the MLS in Real Time

I also have access to tons of Compass exclusive properties that agents at other brokerages or buyers on their own can't see. And whenever possible, I will actually preview those homes for clients...because pictures can be deceiving!

2. Talk to Agents

I talk to agents I know - I attend multiple networking groups / masterminds  / office meetings where we share upcoming and off-market listings. And agents I don't yet know -I will proactively call agents looking for properties.

3. Talk to Homeowners

Depending on the buyer's needs I have door-knocked, sent targeted letters, cold called, etc. to get in front of would-be sellers for my clients.

4. Old-Fashioned Stalking 🤣

But seriously, I follow agents, stagers, photographers, interior designers, real estate blogs, etc. to stay in the know. I am literally working on an off-market deal in my DMs right now!

So, if you aren't seeing what you want on Zillow or in the automated MLS feeds you're getting from the agent you met at an open house 4 months ago, hit me up!