Author Archives: Tim Freund

About Tim Freund

Tim Freund has been a licensed real estate agent/broker since 1990. He spent 14 years as a new home sales rep, ran his own boutique resale brokerage for 5 years and is currently an Estates Director for Dilbeck Estates/Christie's International Estates in Westlake Village, Ca. Tim is a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), an Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), a Corporate Mobilty Specialist (CMS) and a Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES). Tim has successfully negotiated a loan modification for a client and is a professional short sale negotiator. Tim has been married 28 years, has 2 children, is a native Californian and has been a resident of the Conejo Valley since 1991.

“Should I Buy a Home in This Market?”

Posted on February 24, 2021 by Tim Freund

Hello everyone! Thanks for tuning in to another episode of my podcast!  This time, I am here to offer my advice to you if you’re looking to buy a home in this RED HOT market.  Buying a home in this … Continue reading →

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Market Update – February 19th, 2021

Posted on February 19, 2021 by Tim Freund

It’s a crazy real estate market.  There, I said it.  How can you tell you ask?  Allow me to elaborate.  The first thing is that in many of the markets I work, there are fewer than 2 weeks inventory.  This … Continue reading →

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First Time Homebuyers Episode 9: Closing & the Final Stretch

Posted on February 10, 2021 by Tim Freund

The final episode of our First Time Buyer’s podcast!  Thank you guys for sticking around with us.  In this final episode, we finish up the buying process with the closing, and the final stretch of getting everything done. Sit back, … Continue reading →

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First Time Homebuyers Episode 8: Contingencies

Posted on February 10, 2021 by Tim Freund

Welcome to yet another episode of our First Time Homebuyers podcast series!  In this episode, we talk about contingencies!  Learn what contingencies are and what they mean when they come up during your real estate transactions. So, take a seat … Continue reading →

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California: What is to Become of Her?

Posted on February 5, 2021 by Tim Freund

The following are excerpts from a recent conversation with Lady California. Tim Freund: “So Lady California, you’re looking a less than your usual sunny self.  What can you tell my readers about your current health?” Lady California: To quote one … Continue reading →

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The American Home 2021: Trend Towards Home Improvement Continues

Posted on January 13, 2021 by Tim Freund

Everyone agrees that amongst some of the biggest surprises brought on by the Covid-19 Pandemic, is the trend towards home improvement.  The obvious need for a home school, home office or two in many cases and the need for at … Continue reading →

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January 5, 2021 – Real Estate Predictions Podcast

Posted on January 5, 2021 by Tim Freund

Hello everyone! Thanks for taking the time to join in on listening to my podcast.  In this episode, I talk about my predictions for the real estate market in 2021. The market is looking to have some incredible opportunities for … Continue reading →

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Predictions, Predilections And Possibilities For 2021

Posted on December 29, 2020 by Tim Freund

Well, I’m glad this year is over, aren’t we all?  For many, the suffering will unfortunately continue.  For most, however, I believe 2021 will be a year filled with possibilities.  Case-Shiller just reported another monthly increase to property values, with … Continue reading →

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A Letter to Santa

Posted on December 8, 2020 by Tim Freund

I know it’s been a long time since I wrote you, like maybe 45 years ago?  You’d know better than I… I’m writing you now because I have a few requests that I’m hoping you can deliver this Christmas.  Oh … Continue reading →

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Home Sellers: Things to Watch Out For

Posted on November 12, 2020 by Tim Freund

I started my real estate career selling new homes for Shapell Industries and S & S Construction.  I hadn’t been on the job but 6 months when in a rare conversation with Mr. Nathan (Shapell), he says to me in … Continue reading →

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