Los Angeles in the winter is thought to be a sunny haven for super models and infamous actors. While many actors reside in L.A, the weather is very, very chilly. I know its cold when the ambient temp gauge on my new BMW M5 is prefaced with a "snowflake" icon. Although the weather is chilly and people are gearing up for the Holidays, the sale and excitement of individuals buying condos and moving to Los Angelesis somewhat staggering. Many of our developments have been receiving more traffic during this "cold" season than in some of our more recent busy months. I have a feeling that is due to several factors, including but not limited to home and condo prices dropping and a new type of buyer moving in.

When the Center City Development Corp. in San Diego pushed the idea of relocating the Padres to East Village, in Downtown San Diego, they knew that if we build it, they will come.  When I say “they” I’m referring to thousands of patrons who flock to the heart of the city night after night to witness the excitement.  With the continuous building of residential units surrounding the ballpark, you can literally sit at your seat at the game and count numerous cranes diligently working everyday to build-up what was recently considered unmentionable and unapproachable.