Testimonial

I can't say enough good things about Connie. She always so upbeat and proactive, and she helped me so much -- not only for buying a house but also finding me a job!

We started looking for the perfect house with Connie a year ago. From time to time, we feel like we really should jump in, but she advised us to wait longer. Now we got almost the best deal on the new construction in 4S ranch and we feel like it's really the perfect time for us to buy. We love our new home!! Thinking back we feel very lucky to have Connie as our reatlor.

Mei Wang & Zhiyuan Yang @ 4S Ranch Parkway

上海房价指数创历史新高

夏天本应是楼市淡季，不过全市新建住房交易仍保持旺盛，盛夏淡市未见真淡，据中房上海指数办公室监测，今年以来上海住房销售不断增长，1至7月累计达到1500.5万平方米，同比增幅达到49.4%，大大超出了2007年市场高位时1至7月与上年同比增幅23.5%的水平。

同时，新增供应赶不上市场需求，周转空置量一直处在低位运行，供求矛盾突出。

买房之后。。。

买了房子，要装修。 装修比较复杂，经验教训太多。这里先不说。

装修之后，家里的家具要置办，要弄些decoration的东西，地毯，镜子，窗帘，花盆，植物，油画山水画古字画， 烛台，摆件，零零碎碎。

除非你特别有idea, it doesn't hurt你多看看，多学习一下， get more inspiration。 保证你的家弄出来不俗气，而且有自己家里的韵味，表达自己的审美和情趣。

怎么start， 先看看电视，上上网，翻翻杂志吧。 这个省事，有空就能做。

喜欢研究家居的人都知道HGTV, http://www.hgtv.com/ 我喜欢的节目有open house, Design Star, House hunter等等。 有关家居装饰布置的杂志就更多了。 比较好的是BHG, 比较适合工薪阶层。 高档一些的我订阅了Architectural Digest看着长见识，还养眼。另外还有ELLE DECO, Dwell,  Instyle Home之类的有空多去书店翻翻。

其他我有空会去browse的网站有：

http://www.houzz.com

http://www.zillow.com/digs/

http://2modern.com/

http://design-milk.com/

CB2

很多设计的实例可以参考。 10-10-14更新， HOUZZ拿到了大笔风投。 看来什么做好了都可以成功的。 题外话哈。

圣地亚哥的家具店都集中在3个地方。 一个是Miramar. 有一个新开的Woodbridge在7480 Miramar Rd. San Diego, CA 92126.  旁边还有Ashley等等很多的店铺。 一个是San Marcus. 还有就是Mission Valley.  

其他的家具店还有：

Greathouse, 主人是很年轻的老婆是设计师， 他们家也carry不少牌子。 
9050 Kenamar Drive
San Diego, CA 92121
Phone: (858)271-1145

• 7720 El Camino Real
• Carlsbad, California, 92009

LE DIMORA这个在RSF比较高大上， 进去转也没有人理你。 Yelp评分很低。不过东西好啊。 16089 San Dieguito Rd.Johnson Interiors - 1916 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054 没有去过还。 
圣地亚哥的现代家具店也不少。 我要时间就会去乱逛逛的有Z Galaries, Home Goods, Hold it, BoConcept, Crate and Barrel, Lawrance, West Elm, . 说到家具店，其实我还蛮喜欢ELLAN ALLEN, 可惜啊，也是太贵了。而且他家的东西下了单就不退不换。 还要等很久。 

我也试过在网上买家具，折腾，先要量好了尺寸，然后使劲想像picture摆在房间里的感觉，等来了不合适还要送到UPS去退。 另外网店卖家具的Overstock， sam's club, costco都不错。 选择多，价格好。 我一个朋友家很多东西都是overstock上置来的，搭配的好，看起来也会有不错的效果。最常去和给客户推荐的其实就是home goods, 只要你经常去逛肯定能有物超所值的收获！

一些网店：
http://www.boyles.com/http://www.cymax.com/Hooker-Furniture-Sofa-Tables--C100407-9566.htmhttps://www.goodshomefurnishings.com/

如果你喜欢中式的家具布置，可能只能多跑LA了。 从国内集装箱过来也是一个主意，要是不嫌麻烦又有这个经济实力的话。我找到一个网上卖中式家具的貌次还可以： http://www.greenteadesign.com/antique-oriental-furniture.html

小孩子的房间最好折腾，可以充分发挥你和孩子的想象力。 看看这个网站，专门卖墙贴的。淘宝上也很多。

另外国内的焦点网上很多的真人秀，有些做的真好，有才的很。小钱办大事，就看你会不会搭配设计了。

Ikea的粉丝看这里： http://www.ikeafans.com/ 家里地方不大，或者喜欢经常换换家里的家具，那你一定会是IKEA的FAN. 这个网站就是集中了各种利用IKEA的产品来布置房间的实例。你会彻底改变对IKEA的印象的。当然了，IKEA的只能是极简或者现代 的房间布置。

布置家居是一个长期的活动，只要你乐在其中，勤看勤逛，不怕折腾，你的家 一定会打扮的很漂亮的。

几个名牌家具牌子和网站供参考：

Restoration Hareware: 

http://www.ethanallen.com/

http://www.hookerfurniture.com/

Z Gallerie

Pottory Barn

Kern & Co. 

Solana Beach

West Elm

Wood Bridge Interiors

Hickory Furniture

Drexel Heritage

Seaside Home

你可以还去以下的网站看看：

1. Ballard Design: Although this line has a traditional feel, there's something for everyone. And you can choose between hundreds of fab fabrics for upholstered pieces.

2. Jonathan Adler: This cheeky potter has expanded to colorful furniture, lighting, accessories and even fashion -- and it's all available online.

3. C. Wonder: One of our favorite resources for affordable, preppy pieces with a dose of color.

4. One Kings Lane: The king of of decor flash sale sights, this one specializes in amazing vintage finds, too.

5. Fab: One of the newer flash sale sites, this one focuses on more up-and-coming brands.

6. Anthropologie: This fashion retailer also has quirky kitchen gadgets, bedding, accessories and furniture -- but prices can be steep.

7. My Habit: Owned by Amazon.com, this flash sale site has great deals.

8. Gilt Home: Get deals from hot designers and items that were curated from some of the best.

9. 1st Dibs: A designer's secret source for vintage and antiques for the home.

10. MoMa Store: A no-brainer for interesting and artful gifts crafted by notable designers.

11. H&M Home: Finally, this inexpensive fashion retailer is selling their awesome home pieces online in the U.S.

12. DwellStudio: Furniture, rugs and more with a chic midcentury vibe and cool prints.

13. Horchow: Neiman Marcus' decor site, we love browsing through designer furnishings and wait for their friends and family sale to pounce.

14. Poppin: The go-to source for bright colored desk accessories and organizational gear for a stylish office.

15. JCPenney: Yes, this department store's been around forever, but their newly launched housewares by Martha Stewart, Jonathan Adler, Terrance Conran and more are pretty amazing.

16. Circa Lighting: This Southern based company has curated the most beautiful pendants, sconces, chandeliers and more.

17. Pier1: For inexpensive pillows and candles tabletop and more with a worldly vibe, we always head here.

18. Target: Some of our favorite home designers, like Nate Berkus and Rachel Ashwell, have affordable and on-trend collections at this big box store.

19. Zara Home: Another fast fashion shop that sells housewares online, head here for trendy bedding, tableware and accessories.

20. Pieces: This Atlanta boutique with unique finds is accessible to everyone, thanks to this easy to shop site.

21. Room & Board: Known for the well-made sofas and seating, this store has everything you need for a modern home.

22. Urban Outfitters: You'd be surprised at the cool furniture, bedding and more you'll find at this hipster haunt. And it's surprisingly affordable!

23. John Derian: Well know for his decoupaged dishes, this NYC haunt's online shop has one-of-a-kind items from a group of interesting artists and designers.

24. Z Gallerie: Head to this online shop for posh and glamorous looking decor.

25. Joss & Main: This flash sale site often hooks up with current celebs and style mavens to curate housewares.

26. Design Public: Into modern design? This site's for you.

27. Wayfair: Looking to shop for everything, all at once? Try here for the largest assortment of brands and products.

28. Canvas: With a natural palette and rustic aesthetic, this site has it all, from bedding to furniture to great gifts.

29. Design Within Reach: This shop sells reproductions of classic midcentury designs plus other modern items, although anything here will be a bit of a splurge.

30. Crate And Barrel: For classic furnishings with modern lines, you really can't go wrong with anything from C&B.

31. West Elm: Always on trend, this shop under the Williams-Sonoma brand has an earthy, vintage look. Look out for great sales.

32. Overstock: A go-to source for everything under the sun, we'll check here first for great basics like bedding and lighting.

33. World Market: A huge selection of furniture and accessories with incredibly low price points.

34. CB2: Crate and Barrel's hip little sister, this store has everything you'll need for a modern home or apartment, and prices are very fair.

35. HauteLook: This flash sale website has a surprising selection of small accent furniture and accessories for low prices.

36. Thrive Furniture: Handcrafted midcentury furniture. It's pricey, but the value is evident.

37. Home Decorators Collection: Shockingly affordable pieces perfect for an apartment-dweller or starter home.

38. 2 Modern: Wide range of stylish designs with a clean-lined aesthetic.

39. Schoolhouse Electric Lighting: Great source for affordable pendants and more in a ton of colors with a funky retro look.

40. All Modern: Exactly what it sounds like, this site is perfect for those who want a home that rivals Don Draper's.

41. Blu Dot: Pricey, but well worth the cost for high-end modern designs.

42. Serena & Lily: With a sweet aesthetic and adorable kids' stuff, this is the place to find pretty lighting, bedding and more.

43. Apt 2B: This L.A. based site has a startup-y feel, but the curators definitely have an eye for style.

New release of Manzanita Trail

Manzanita Trail Release another phase of their bigger plan today--

Plan 3: 3 lots, 805K, 815K, 818K

Plan 4: 2 lots 851K and 837K

All sold at the time of release.

Testmoni from Client

刚一开始想买房好几位朋友就同时推荐赵雪，一见面就确的他与众不同。那时的房价已经跌了不少，我们认为当时一定是买房的好时机，几次要下OFFER都被他劝住，他以对市场的了解和专业的分析，告诉我们再等等。果不出他所料，我们心意的房子真的又降价了！当时他以敏锐的眼光在第一时间内劝我们下了OFFER，最终我们以最好的价钱买到了称心的房子。买到房子后，我们也不再是他的客户，但他一如其往的对我们，任何事情打电话问他，他总是从不嫌烦的解答。从小孩学校的API ，今天可能是REFI 好机会甚至家俱家电什么地方ON SALE他也总是第一时间EMAIL给我们。所以找赵雪买房子不仅是找到一好AGENT 而是让你交到一位一生的好朋友。

黄文 & 张卫东 @ Eagle Canyon

Chandeclair in 4S New Release

96 on priority list

83 came.

11 homes.

All sold.

Plan 1 from 648K to 691K

Plan 2 from 655K to 681K

Plan 3 from 684K to 673K

The biggest lot sold for 699K.

Maybeck has 4 homes left.

Looks like 4S new homes going to close out pretty soon.

Testmoni: Compass Point

Congratulations to my clients Wen & Jacky! They just closed their first home today!! I really enjoyed working with them and likewise, here is what Wen wrote about me after their closing. It makes my day:

Connie is the best Realtor we ever had although we tried several others before. She is very professional and patient. She cares a lot for her clients. We are blessed for having her as our buying agent. My husband and I are very picky in housing hunting. She is always there for us and always available. She never pushes us and always tells all the truth about the houses she is showing (good sides and bad sides). She is truly a noble person. We finally got our house recently and we are very happy about our experience with her. We thank her sincerely from the bottom from our heart.

Wen & Jacky Choi at Compass Point Drive