Engel & Völkers Calabasas

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We want to help you experience the best of life. From the magnificence of mountaintops to the sparkle of a skyline, whatever your passion, it's time to create a life within it.

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At Engel & Völkers our passion is exceeding client expectations, so it's only natural we align ourselves with exceptional real estate professionals to serve clients across the globe. It's why we don't simply have agents, but rather, trusted advisors to guide clients through their home journey with precise knowledge, distinguished care ... and a bit of fun.

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Engel & Völkers

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Like every client and every real estate advisor, we too have a unique story. It's one steeped in iconic heritage that drives our resolve to change the way consumers experience the properties, neighborhoods and the overall process of buying and selling a home.

The world of Engel & Völkers was created and continues to grow around the mission to possess the highest levels of competency and client service. Through unrivaled brand consistency, sophisticated systems and innovations, we've done what no other European luxury real estate franchise has been able to do—successfully establish itself in the Americas.

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If it’s time to open a new door, our advisors have the local real estate expertise to guide you through the process of selling your homes.

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Snowy mountain home

As temperatures drop, snow dusts and then blankets mountaintops and valleys, it’s time to gear up for the ski and snowboarding season. Owning a mountain home comes with the excitement of being close to the slopes, but it also requires careful preparation to ensure your property is ready for the challenges of winter. Whether you’re a homeowner or renting your property to winter sports enthusiasts, here’s how to get your mountain home winter-ready. See our Private Office Ski Collection of luxury mountain properties in Austria, Italy, Switzerland, Canada, and the U.S. Winterize Your Home Optimize Your Heating System A warm, cozy home is essential for enjoying the ski and snowboarding season. Preparing your heating system helps ensure comfort and efficiency. Schedule HVAC maintenance: Have your furnace or boiler serviced to ensure it’s in top condition. Replace filters for optimal performance. Inspect chimneys and fireplaces: If your home has a wood-burning or gas fireplace, have it professionally cleaned and inspected to prevent fire hazards. Consider installing a backup generator: Mountain areas are prone to power outages during snowstorms. A generator can keep your home warm and functional in an emergency. Create a Functional Gear Storage Space Skiing and snowboarding require plenty of gear. A dedicated storage area will help keep your home organized and functional. Install ski racks: In a garage, wall-mounted racks or freestanding units keep skis and snowboards off the floor and prevent damage. Add boot dryers: Keep boots dry and warm with a boot dryer, ensuring they’re ready for your next day on the slopes. Set up a mudroom: Create a space near a secondary entry to your home with hooks for jackets, cubbies for gloves and helmets, and mats for wet boots to prevent tracking snow into the house. Prepare Outdoor Spaces Outdoor areas can be just as important as the inside of your home during ski season. Inspect decks and railings: Ensure they’re sturdy and free of snow or ice hazards. Set up a hot tub: It’s a popular feature for après-ski relaxation. Ensure it’s cleaned, serviced, and ready for use. Install outdoor lighting: Pathway and entryway lights improve safety and visibility during long winter nights. Stock Up on Winter Essentials Being prepared for winter weather helps ensure your comfort and safety during ski season. Firewood: If you have a wood-burning fireplace, stockpile dry, seasoned firewood. Snow removal tools: Keep shovels, an ice melting agent, and a snowblower on hand for clearing walkways and driveways. Emergency kit: Include blankets, flashlights, batteries, and nonperishable food in case of severe weather or power outages. Protect Your Investment If you’re renting out your mountain home, take steps to safeguard your property while ensuring a great experience for guests. Schedule a professional cleaning: Deep clean your home before renters and their guests arrive to create a welcoming atmosphere. Prepare and provide a welcome guide: Include instructions for operating heating systems, fireplaces, and appliances, as well as local tips for skiing and snowboarding, dining, and activities. Check insurance coverage: Review your homeowner’s or rental insurance policy to ensure you’re covered for winter-related risks, such as snow damage or liability. Add Special Touches for Skiers and Snowboarders Preparing your mountain home for ski and snowboarding season is about more than just protecting your property — it’s about creating a space where you, your family, or guests can fully enjoy the magic of winter. By winterizing your home, organizing your gear, and adding thoughtful touches, you can make the most of the season while keeping your property safe and functional. Whether you’re hitting the slopes yourself or hosting guests, these steps will help ensure your mountain home is ready to embrace the excitement of ski and snowboarding season.
December 26, 2024
Luxury bedroom with linens and plants

Preparing your home for visits by family and friends is a wonderful way to make multiple generations feel welcome and comfortable. Here is Engel & Völkers’ step-by-step guide to help you achieve a warm and inviting space for visitors: Clean and Declutter Living areas: Tidy up common areas like the living room, kitchen, and dining room. Clear away any clutter or unnecessary items. Vacuum and dust: Make sure surfaces, floors, and furniture are free of dust. Pay attention to corners and spaces that might not be cleaned regularly. Bathrooms: Ensure the bathroom is spotless. Scrub the sinks, toilet, and shower, and provide fresh towels. Entryway: Make the entryway tidy by organizing shoes and coats, and adding a welcoming touch like a small rug or flowers. Comfortable Guest Room Setup Clean sheets and bedding: Prepare fresh linens, pillowcases, and comfortable blankets. Make the bed inviting with extra pillows if possible. Bedside table: Provide a bedside table with a lamp, a glass for water or water bottle, and perhaps a book or magazine. Closet space: Clear some closet or drawer space for your guest’s belongings. Add extra hangers if possible. Mirrors: A mirror in the room or nearby is a thoughtful touch, so guests can easily get ready. Bathroom Essentials Fresh towels: Lay out fresh bath towels, hand towels, and washcloths. Toiletries: Stock the bathroom with essentials such as shampoo, conditioner, soap, toothpaste, and extra toilet paper. Travel-size items work well for guests. Waste bin: Make sure there’s a small bin in the bathroom for convenience. Personal Touches Welcome note: A handwritten welcome note is a personal and thoughtful touch. Wi-Fi information: Provide your Wi-Fi password, either in the guest room or on a note in a common area. Snacks or drinks: A small basket of snacks or a carafe of water in the guest room can make guests feel extra welcome. Create a Relaxing Atmosphere Lighting: Use soft, warm lighting to create a cozy environment. Candles or dimmable lamps can help. Fresh flowers or plants: Add some fresh flowers or a small potted plant to brighten up the space. Scent: Use air fresheners or essential oils for a subtle, pleasant fragrance in your home. Kitchen Readiness Stock the refrigerator: Have basic food items on hand, especially if you know your guest’s preferences (e.g., milk, fruits, snacks). Coffee and tea: Make sure there’s coffee, tea, or any favorite beverages available. Set out cups and mugs, so guests feel comfortable helping themselves. Entertainment and Connectivity TV/streaming options: Show guests how to use the TV or streaming services. Books or games: Place a few books, magazines, or board games around for entertainment. Temperature Control Blankets: Provide extra blankets in case your guests feel cold. Fans or heaters: Ensure the room temperature is comfortable, with fans or space heaters available if necessary. Safety and Convenience Nightlights: Place nightlights in hallways or bathrooms to help guests navigate in the dark. Keys: If they need them, provide a spare house key or instructions on how to lock/unlock doors. Emergency contact info: Leave a note with important numbers, including your phone number. Final Walk-Through Take a quick walk-through to check for anything that might need last-minute tidying up or adjustment before your guests arrive. Follow these steps and your home will be a warm and inviting space for visiting family and friends.
December 18, 2024
Small home with red bow

Selling a home during the winter might seem counterintuitive, but there are several advantages that could make it a smart decision. Here are several key benefits of selling a home in winter: Less Competition Fewer listings: Winter is a traditionally slower time in the real estate market, a time when fewer homes are listed. With fewer choices available to buyers, your home may stand out more and face less competition. More attention from buyers: Serious buyers who are looking in winter are likely to focus on your home, since there are fewer listings to distract them. Serious Buyers Motivated buyers: People shopping for homes in winter are often more motivated. They might be relocating for a job, looking to close before the new year, or under time constraints, making them more likely to make a quick decision and offer. Less window shopping: Winter buyers tend to be more serious and not just browsing. This means the chances of lowball offers or indecisive buyers might be lower. Potential for Higher Offers Limited inventory: With fewer homes on the market, buyers may be more willing to make competitive offers, especially if they find a home that meets their needs. Better negotiation position: Less inventory can give sellers more leverage in negotiations, as buyers have fewer options to fall back on. Tax Benefits for Buyers End-of-year tax incentives: Buyers looking to close by the end of the year may be motivated by tax benefits (e.g., mortgage interest deductions), which can push them to act quickly and be more willing to meet your terms. Faster Transaction Process Quicker closing times: With fewer transactions happening in winter, mortgage lenders, appraisers, and real estate agents are often less busy, which can lead to a faster and smoother closing process. Fewer delays: The less crowded market means less competition for inspectors, appraisers, and contractors, which can streamline the sale process. Year-End Relocation Corporate transfers: Many companies finalize relocations and transfers at the end of the year, meaning there are buyers who need to find a home quickly and may be more flexible with offers. Holiday moves: Some families prefer to move during school vacations to avoid disruptions in their children’s schedules, creating a sense of urgency to close before the new year. Flexible Moving Timeline Flexible move-out dates: If you're planning on buying another home, there may also be less competition in the market for your next home purchase, allowing you to negotiate better terms on both ends. Standing Out in a Niche Market Targeted buyers: While the overall number of buyers may be lower in winter, those looking are often determined, allowing you to attract the right buyers for your property. Easier Scheduling for Showings Fewer disruptions: With fewer showings to juggle, you can arrange open houses and viewings more easily without as many conflicts with your schedule. Focused real estate professionals: Agents tend to have lighter workloads in the winter, allowing them to focus more on selling your home, which could lead to a better and faster outcome. Year-End Bonuses Financially prepared buyers: Some buyers receive year-end bonuses or other financial windfalls, giving them more buying power in winter, potentially leading to higher offers. While winter might not be the traditional time for selling a home, it offers a number of unique advantages, from less competition and motivated buyers to faster transaction times. With the right strategy, you can leverage these factors to sell your home—and possibly for a better price than you might during busier seasons. Ready to sell your home this winter? Contact your local Engel & Völkers shop to explore your options.
December 11, 2024

About Us

Engel & Völkers Calabasas

Engel & Völkers Calabasas is a full-service luxury real estate organization. We are a diversified team of highly competent and knowledgeable professionals servicing Calabasas, Hidden Hills, Agoura Hills, Topanga Canyon and Malibu. We place the highest priority on providing premium service in fulfilling our clients’ property sales and acquisition, investment opportunities, and architectural and design services. We have sold some of the highest priced properties across Los Angeles and Ventura counties. For the past twenty years, we have represented individuals, families, sports figures and celebrities. Our Advisors deliver attention to every detail, local expert knowledge and insight, and meticulous white-glove service tailored discreetly for you. With our array of professional expertise, Engel & Völkers Calabasas is committed to achieving the most successful real estate results for our clients.

Engel & Völkers Yachting

Discover the world of yachting.

At Engel & Völkers Yachting, our mission is to provide an unparalleled journey for every boat & yacht enthusiast and maritime visionary. For buyers, we serve as the compass to discover the vessel that encapsulates their dreams, meticulously navigating the vast sea of options to find the perfect match. For sellers, we harness our expertise and extensive network to elevate their vessel, ensuring it finds its rightful place in the hands of an appreciative new owner.

Our commitment to excellence is rooted in integrity, expertise, and exclusivity. We understand that boats &  yachts aren't just possessions; they are vessels of aspiration, freedom, and memories waiting to be created. With a steadfast focus on the needs and desires of our clients, we strive to exceed expectations, creating lasting relationships founded on our core values.

Whether you're buying or selling, our commitment to integrity, expertise, and exclusivity ensures your journey is smooth, transparent, and rewarding. Elevate your maritime dreams with us.

Special Olympics

Creating inclusive communities

Engel & Völkers is a proud champion of Special Olympics, working together to unleash the human spirit through the transformative power and joy of sports. Our shared passion for this mission transcends throughout the local communities in which we serve.

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Engel & Völkers is on the continued quest to inspire a new generation of talent. Our standard of service sets us apart, and our standards are high. It's why we don't have agents, but rather, trusted advisors to guide clients through their home journey with precise knowledge and distinguished care.

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