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DID YOU KNOW?  T he wealthiest consumers are intrigued by new categories of luxury such as:
  • Life extension biotechnology
  • Hyper-experiential home virtual reality devices
  • Neuro-scientific performance enhancers
  • Health care robotics
  • Travel experiences “that defy gravity.”
  • Wealthy individuals are no longer impressed by what they view as mundane luxury goods and services.

DID YOU KNOW?  20% of affluent consumers report actively discouraging friends, family or other people they care about from using Facebook. Adult affluent consumers, who have so much to lose from being hacked or having their privacy violated, are abandoning Facebook. According to Pew research, only about 36% of teens in households with incomes of $75,000 or more use Facebook. Look for consumers to continue to abandon, or curtail participation, in the most egregious social media sites in 2019. Will the savviest luxury advertisers to follow suit? (CE pro)

DID YOU KNOW? In 2019 will luxury brands with enlightened leaders see technology for the commodity that it is, and begin investing in people innovation, realizing that it is by far the biggest ROI opportunity in luxury in the age of A.I? Compass is already doing so.

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Around Town
Tibetan Monks Return to Laguna

After a three-year hiatus, the Drepung Gomang monks of India will return to Laguna Beach for the seventh time as part of their Sacred Tibetan Arts Tour. 



Local Happenings
Honarkar adds Hotel Laguna to his holdings

The Laguna Beach Company announced on Monday the acquisition of Hotel Laguna. The Honarkar family is excited about restoring and improving this community icon, according to a press release. 




Marine Protected Areas
The beaches in Southern California are  home to tidepools  containing all kinds of beautiful marine life — shells, stars, anemones and more.
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Compass Concierge
We’ll cover the upfront costs that can
increase your home’s selling price

As we look forward to 2019, Compass announced four new initiatives
at our most recent company-wide meeting, each designed to directly
impact your client experience:

  • Concierge services to increase your home’s appeal
  • Bridge loans to offer you greater flexibility
  • A vendor services marketplace to provide you with quality referrals
  • Local philanthropy to give back to our communities



 Featured Property for Sale

52 Emerald Bay

Rarely do opportunities like these come about. Overlooking spectacular Emerald Bay Beach, listen to the crashing waves while you view the fireworks and concerts on your very own patio. This Emerald Bay treasure has a spectacular ocean view, patio with fireplace, vaulted beam ceilings, and fireplaces abound. One of the oldest homes in Emerald Bay, with Saltillo tile floors, the main house enjoys 3 bedrooms with an extra bed and bath with separate entrance below main level. Enjoy this home as it is or capture this spectacular view as a project .  Click here to view listing .

4 Beds I 4 Baths I 2,000 Sqft
Just Sold
62 Emerald Bay - Just Sold

Just steps to Emerald Bay's private south end beach, this spectacular ocean view residence offers a warm and serene coastal setting while taking in the spectacular sounds and sites of the crashing waves. This traditional 3 bedroom and 3.5 bath home has high ceilings with a highly desirable and functional layout. The thoughtfully arranged indoor and outdoor spaces provide spectacular views and areas of privacy. 

3 BD I 4 BA
725 Emerald Bay - Just Sold

Picturesque Emerald Bay Home Highlighting Alfresco Living. Five bedrooms, French doors, mature gardens, bubbling fountains, lofty ceilings, spacious patios, and light filled rooms throughout. Impressive and inviting remodeled kitchen wonderfully designed to entertain. Thoughtfully finished with granite countertops, matching stainless appliances, and finished with a fireplace to make this kitchen one of a kind. The entire first floor of this home seamlessly connects to the gardens, patios, and solarium.

5 BD I 4 BA
Maura Short's 2018 Sales

211 Emerald Bay
2 Emerald Bay
113 Emerald Bay
117 Emerald Bay
830 Emerald Bay
62 Emerald Bay
725 Emerald Bay
3 Lochmoor, Big Canyon
308 Marine, Balboa Island - Commercial space
25022 Nellie Gail, Laguna Hills

Maura sold more homes in Emerald Bay than any other agent.

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My Current Listings

199 Emerald Bay    $17,950,000
95 Emerald Bay    $9,100,000
52 Emerald Bay $8,500,000
216 Emerald Bay $4,300,000

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What differentiates me from other brokers
I Love What I do

Passion, Experience & Knowledge

I am passionate about Emerald Bay and my community of Laguna Beach. I understand intimately how the market evolves hill by hill and neighborhood by neighborhood. I love what I do and care profoundly about where I live.
Work Ethic

Committed, Attentive & Focused

You can be assured how deeply committed I am to my clients. I am a communicator who defines our goals and then forges above and beyond to make sure our goals are met.
Marketing

Strategy, Technology & All Types of Media

The world’s landscape is changing daily. Information is easily accessible. Between my 25 years of marketing experience, combined with intensive market analysis, the use of print and advertising, all forms of social medial, and of course the commercials keep the properties I represent front and center.
First Impression

Photography, Presentation & Staging

First impression sets the tone of the listing. How the property is furnished and the feeling you have learning about the property and then arriving at the property is vital. I am hands on from conception to closing.

Compass is changing your real estate landscape. Two years ago I recognized the vision of this company and am proud to be a founding agent of Compass. Join me in changing the landscape of real estate.