LA vs. NYC Investment Returns in 2025: Why Los Angeles Still Outperforms

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Every few months, I meet investors asking the same question: “Should I put my money in Los Angeles or New York?” It’s a fair comparison. Both are global cities, magnets for wealth, culture, and talent. But from an investment perspective — and I say this bluntly — New York doesn’t compete with Los Angeles in […]

Are Real Estate Companies Becoming Tech Companies?

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Why the Line Between Property and Technology Is Blurring in Los Angeles Walk into any Los Angeles real estate firm today, and you’ll see a quiet shift happening. The conference tables are still stacked with site plans and zoning maps—but now, there’s a screen at the center showing data dashboards, GIS maps, and AI-driven project […]

Staging Isn’t Enough: How Pre-Market Consulting Boosts LA Home Sales

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Los Angeles has always been a beauty market — for homes as much as for people. A property that looks stunning sells faster. Everyone knows that. But as the real estate market cools and buyers become pickier, homeowners across LA County, the Inland Empire, and Orange County are facing a new challenge: staging alone isn’t […]

What the Surge in Sub-$1M Listings Says About L.A.’s 2025 Housing Pipeline

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Los Angeles hasn’t seen this kind of buzz in a while — new listings under $1 million are showing up across the county. For a city long associated with sky-high home prices, that number feels like a relief to many would-be buyers. But beneath that optimism lies a more complex story about what’s driving these […]

AI in CRE Has Officially Arrived: Why We Launched the AI for CRE Collective

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A New Era for Commercial Real Estate For years, I’ve watched commercial real estate professionals wrestle with the same challenges — endless spreadsheets, outdated workflows, and scattered data that slow everything down. Deals take too long. Reports take forever. Clients expect answers faster than most teams can deliver. That’s why I decided to launch AI […]

How Much Does Homeowners Insurance Cost California – 2025 Guide

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If you own a home in California, you’ve probably noticed one thing — homeowners insurance isn’t cheap. Over the past few years, premiums have climbed across the state, and finding coverage has become more challenging in certain areas. Still, understanding what drives those costs can make a big difference. With the right coverage choices and […]

Are There Any Good Property Management Companies California?

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Los Angeles renters are asking the same question in 2025: “Are there still any good property management companies left in this city?” Between delayed repairs, unclear fees, and ghosted maintenance requests, it’s not surprising that many Angelenos feel burned by their experiences. The truth? The property management scene in LA is in transition — and […]

Affordable and Best Neighborhood to Buy in LA County (2025 Edition)

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Buying a home in Los Angeles County has never been simple. In 2025, affordability and lifestyle are pulling in opposite directions. People want safety, community, and a short commute—but prices in coastal neighborhoods keep climbing faster than wages. At JDJ Consulting Group, we’ve been watching this shift closely. Many buyers are re-thinking where they want […]

When Real Estate Lessons Cost $7500: What Investors Can Learn from One Bad Deal

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Every investor has a story. Some stories are about wins — that perfect deal that turned a solid profit. Others are about losses. And those, surprisingly, are often the ones that teach the most. Recently, a first-time flipper shared how they lost $7,500 on a deal that looked golden on paper but collapsed under the […]

$2 B Downtown LA Projects Approved Amid Housing Crisis

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Los Angeles is rolling the dice. The city’s Planning Commission just cleared a $2 billion mega-project in the heart of Skid Row. The plan is audacious. It aims to replace a cold storage plant with a huge mixed-use complex. (Los Angeles Times) It’s not just another development. This one tugs at the threads of housing, […]

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