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Florence Gadbois, Realtor CA DRE#01040021 (805) 701 - 8410 E - mail: Florence@BchRealEstate.com

Can Complaining Get Results?

Learning to complain in a way that goes beyond venting can be a challenge, but it can also help you get what you want. In today’s Service For Life ! ® Free consumer newsletter, you’ll get tips to complain more constructively so that you can achieve your goals without building animosity.

You’ll also learn about wearable health technology that does far more than simply count steps, some top laundry tips, and battery storage and disposal safety – plus fun facts, a trivia challenge, and lots more.

Here is the sales statistics for the Beach/Marina Area which includes: Mandalay Bay, Seabridge, Mandalay Shores, Silverstrand Beach, Hollywood Beach, Westport, Port Marluna, The Colony, HarborWest, HarborWalk, C.I. Waterfront Homes. (Inventory less than 6 months is considered a seller ’ s market, more than 6 months, a buyer ’ s.)

CLOSED ESCROWS

ACTIVE LISTINGS

LISTING INVENTORY (months)

2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025

January February

20 13 14 7 6 13 13 20 8 9 20 27 16 12 10 18 23 10 3 6 22 20 11 10 13

22 21 22 20 26 1.19 0.92 1.48 1.88 4.35 23 21 26 24 33 1.55 0.53 1.54 1.7 4.7 17 12 28 20 36 0.53 0.92 1.83 0.61 6.06 14 22 30 19 44 0.86 0.88 2.1 2.5 7.61

March

April May June

29 21 34 28 59

1 1.27 2.27 2.79 8.63

34 26 15 7 30 17 17 9 28 19 17 13 27 14 11 4 26 16 13 9 25 7 11 7 18 15 5 3

28 30 35 30 69 0.62 1.86 2.55 3.2

6 thru 6/16

July

18 47 37 32 34 37 36 25 20 35 34 34 16 37 32 31 20 39 31 28 21 33 23 28

1.23 1.69 2.48 3.4 0.73 1.65 2.23 3.74 0.62 1.85 2.27 3.65 0.9 2.03 2.97 3.4 0.875 2.19 1.62 3.57 0.897 1.26 1.5 3.39

August

September

October

November December

Just listed a great upper level condo at The Colony (largest condo floor plan). Asking $979,000. Beautifully updated. Finally, I want you to know that you may call me for any reason. And please let me know if a friend, family member or neighbor needs a caring, experienced real estate professional to help in buying or selling. I truly appreciate your friendship and referrals. Enjoy your issue!

Warmest regards,

Florence

Florence Gadbois DRE #01040021 RE/MAX Gold Coast

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Service For Life ! “Insider Tips For Healthy, Wealthy & Happy Living…” How To Complain Effectively You probably know someone who’s always complaining about something. While none of us wants to be that person, there are circumstances in which registering a complaint can be the catalyst for positive change. The key is to complain productively instead of just venting. It can feel good to blow off steam now and then —experts agree that it’s not good for your mental health to bottle up negative thoughts. But dwelling on that negativity without working toward some kind of resolution to address the problem doesn’t improve matters. After you’ve vented your initial irritation, the next step is discussing your complaint with the person (or company/entity/customer support rep!) who can help address the problem. Here are some of the elements of effective complaining: • Think beyond the roadblock. Whatever the issue is, try to look beyond that to the result you want to see. This can help you articulate helpful specifics rather than simply venting frustrations — the latter tends to escalate arguments or make people shut down. For instance, talk to a customer service rep about the results you want from them, and less about the problem you’re facing with the company’s website. • Complain constructively. This means not only identifying problems but offering potential solutions. The focus here should be on the outcome you’re seeking, not just the impediments to that goal. When you’ve thought beyond the roadblock, you can more easily visualize the path or steps to reach your desired outcome. • Choose your timing wisely. Pick a time that works for you and the person you need to talk with. Don’t ambush them, and don’t complain while you’re upset. You probably already know you shouldn’t send an email while you’re angry, and that’s also true of discussing a complaint in person. Don’t call a company when you’re still seeing red, either - take the time to make a list of your requests, the reasons, and your issue. If you can be clear and calm, you’re more likely to get what you want. • Avoid personal attacks. You need the person you’re talking with to help fix a problem, so it’s important to address only the behavior at issue and not the person’s character.  Save Thousands When Buying A Home… Did you know there’s a free consumer report revealing ways to save time and money when buying a home? It’s called “ 8 Secrets For Saving Thousands When Finding and Buying Your Next Home ,” and it’s great even if you’re not planning to buy soon. Get your free copy by calling me at… 805-701-8410

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Inside This Issue…

How To Complain To Get What You Want …Page 1

The Future Of Health Tracking Is Here: Wearable Tech …Page 2

Laundry Tips 101 …Page 2

Battery Basics Everyone Should Know …Page 3

Answer This Trivia Question And You Could Win $75 Gift Card for Lure Restaurant...Page 4

How Can I Stage My Home So It Sells Quickly? … Page 4

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Wearable Health Tech Wearable tech for tracking health has come a long way since the original Fitbit came out in 2009, and it goes way beyond fitness trackers. Here are just a few kinds of wearable tech that can help you monitor things like heart rate, blood pressure, sleep cycles, skin temperature, and more. • Watches: Smartwatches (like those made by Apple and Samsung Galaxy) are powerful little computers, and because they’re worn on the wrist they can do more than simply show you incoming emails or news alerts. They can also track things like blood oxygen levels, body temperature, heart rate, and sleep cycles. • Rings: Smart rings are unobtrusive wearable tech, but they’re still impressive health trackers. Companies like Oura, Amazfit, and Samsung Galaxy make smart rings that can monitor physical activity, heart rate variability, sleep, stress levels, and even menstrual cycles. • Clothing: Sensors are now small enough to be integrated into fabric. Hexoskin, for instance, makes shirts that can track heart rate, blood pressure, skin temperature, breathing rate, blood oxygen levels, and more (hexoskin.com). Wearable X makes yoga pants that provide real-time feedback to make sure you’re doing each pose properly ( wearablex.com). 5 Top Laundry Tips No matter how long you’ve been doing your own laundry, it’s not a bad idea to review best practices to make sure your clothes get as clean as possible without extra work. Here are some tips and tricks from the pros. ➢ Pay attention to laundry labels. They’re packed with care information that will help your clothes last longer. Here’s a chart to decode those cryptic laundry symbols, too: www.maids.com/blog/how-to-read laundry-symbols/ ➢ Pretreat stains with the right treatment. What works best on a coffee stain may not get grease out. Search the American Cleaning Institute’s website for ‘stain’ and you’ll read lots of interesting tips: www.cleaninginstitute.org/ ➢ Don’t overfill the washing machine. Experts recommend that you only load drums about 75% full to make sure everything gets thoroughly clean without putting undue strain on the machine. ➢ Most laundry detergent these days works equally well in cold water as hot, so experts suggest using cold water on most items to both preserve clothing and save energy. ➢ When moving items from the washer to the dryer, detangle and shake loose anything that’s been twisted up. This helps the load dry evenly. Would You Like To Know How Much Your Neighbor’s Home Listed Or Sold For? Maybe you’re just curious. Or maybe you want to know how much your home is worth. Either way, I can help…with no “sales pitches” or run arounds. Call me at 805-701-8410 and I’ll give you all the facts.

Word of the Month… Studies have shown your income and wealth are directly related to the size and depth of your vocabulary. Here is this month’s word, so you can impress your friends (and maybe even fatten your wallet!)…

latent (pronounced LAY-tent) adjective

Meaning: existing but currently unseen; potential but currently inactive

Sample Sentence: Unless you find and repair the leaky pipe, you have the latent threat of mold — even if you clean the area thoroughly. How To Stave Off Static Keeping clothing free of static without using fabric softener or dryer sheets isn’t an impossible task! Here are some easy ways to do it: • Pulling items from the dryer before they’re 100% dry is the easiest way to keep them static-free. If you don’t get there in time, add a (clean) wet cloth to the dryer and let it run for another few minutes. Wool dryer balls help reduce static and you can even add drops of essential oils if you miss the scent of dryer sheets. Just remember to wash them periodically so they maintain their static-fighting properties. Dry synthetic fabrics separately, as they dry faster and are more apt to produce static. • •

B Did You Know? Tongue prints are just as unique to individuals as fingerprints are.

Quotes To Live By… “Genius might be the ability to say a profound thing in a simple way.”

– Charles Bukowski, Author

“I’ve never had a humble opinion. If you’ve got an opinion, why be humble about it?” – Joan Baez, Musician

“Hope will never be silent.”

– Harvey Milk, Politician

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The Basics Of Batteries Batteries quite literally power everything around us, but that doesn’t mean we know that much about them. Here ’s what you need to know about the two main kinds of batteries, the best ways to store them in your house, and the safest disposal methods. Battery Types There are two kinds of batteries: primary (single-use) and secondary (rechargeable). Experts suggest using secondary batteries when possible in devices that get used frequently or that require a lot of power. Note that rechargeable batteries lose their ability to hold a charge over time, so they’ll need to be replaced eventually (that goes for the battery in your laptop or smartphone, too). They may last 2-7 years, depending on things like the kind of device they’re in and how often it’s used. You can extend the life of a rechargeable battery by unplugging the charger once it’s reached 100%. Battery Storage Storing loose batteries in a drawer isn’t a good idea . If the plus and minus ends bump against one another (or other metal things in the drawer, like paper clips or loose change), it can cause the battery to overheat and leak, burst, or even start a fire. This is especially dangerous with 9-volt batteries, since the positive and negative posts are right next to each other. The easiest option is to store batteries in their original package to keep the plus and minus ends apart. There are also storage boxes designed especially for batteries. Keep batteries in a dry location at room temperature. Battery Disposal Rechargeable batteries (including those in laptops and cell phones) contain heavy metals, so these should always be taken to a recycling facility. You can find one near you using the Earth911 search tool — enter your zip code and choose the correct battery type from the left-hand menu: search.earth911.com. Check with your waste services provider to find out if they accept single use batteries with the your recycling or regular trash . If they don’t, you can also take those to the battery recycling centers you’ll find using the Earth911 search tool.

1 A Hare-y Dad Joke Q: What do you call 10 rabbits walking backward? A: A receding hare line. Habit-Building Games When goal tracking is fun, you or your kids might be more apt to stick with it and build better habits — or break bad ones. BingoBaker.com (free, online or printed) creates a bingo card of all your goals, which you can print to track your progress. Change the size of the card and edit each square by clicking on the text in it. When you’re done, click “Generate” and you’ll get a file to download and print. Habitica.com (free, iOS & Android) turns goal tracking and habit building into a quest. Each bad habit on your list is a “monster” you have to beat, and completing goals related to that “monster” earn rewards you can use in the app. You can connect with friends for even greater accountability. Brain Teaser… How can you make the number one disappear? (See page 4 for the answer.) Real Estate Question? Maybe you want to know how much your home is worth. Or maybe you just need a recommendation for a handyman, carpet cleaner or plumber… Either way, I love hearing from all of my good friends and clients. And I’m happy to help answer questions you might have about anything relating to real estate or home-ownership. If you have a question, tip or idea, call me at 805-701-8410 . I’m here to help! HabitsGarden.com (free trial, $5 one time cost, iOS & Android) turns checking off things on your to-do list into plants and flowers you can add to your virtual garden. The more consistent you are, the lusher your garden can become. Track your progress on the leaderboard.

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Thanks For Thinking of Me! Did you know I can help you or any of your friends or family save time and money when buying or selling a home? Thanks for keeping me in mind with your referrals…and spreading the word about my services.

“Who Else Wants To Win $75 Gift Card for Lure Restaurant ?” Guess who won last month’s Trivia Question? I’m pleased to announce the lucky winner of last month’s quiz. And the winner is …drum roll please: Jerry Meller of The Colony.

Brain Teaser Answer: Add a G and it’s gone !

What summer treat was invented by a child in 1905? a) Ice cream float b) Popsicle c) Push-pop d) Icee

Go-Bag On A Budget Putting together an emergency go-bag from scratch might seem like an expensive project, but it doesn’t have to be. In fact, much of what experts recommend you keep in a go-bag is probably already in your house. You can put together your own first aid kit, for instance, rather than buying a premade kit. Many of us have extra batteries and candles on hand, too. You can also look for things like flashlights and multi-tools at thrift stores and yard sales. And you can stock up on non perishable foods over time rather than facing one huge bill at the grocery store. Find more money-saving tips to put together your own emergency go-bag here: npr.org/2025/05/07/nx-s1 5320173/budget-emergency-go-bag THANK YOU for reading my Service For Life ! ® personal newsletter. I wanted to produce a newsletter that has great content and is fun and valuable to you. Your constructive feedback is always welcome. AND… whether you’re thinking of buying, selling or financing real estate, or just want to stop by and say “Hi,” I’d love to hear from you… Florence Gadbois DRE #01040021 RE/MAX Gold Coast 805-701-8410 florence@BchRealEstate.com BchRealEstate.com Disclaimer: The information contained in this letter is intended for informational purposes. It should not substitute as legal, accounting, investment, medical or other professional services advice. Always seek a competent professional for answers to your specific questions. This letter is not intended to solicit real estate properties currently for sale.

The answer is b) The popsicle was invented accidentally by an 11-year old in 1905. Frank Epperson left his cup of soda with a stirring stick still in it on his front porch overnight and it froze, leaving a fun treat. So let’s move on to this month’s trivia question.

This musician once simultaneously had the number one movie, album, and song in the country. They also wrote hits for the likes of Madonna, Celine Dion, and Stevie Nicks. Who is it? a) Beyonce b) Prince c) David Bowie d) Dolly Parton

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Real Estate Corner… Q. How can I “stage” my home so it sells quickly for the price I want? A. Make sure you address both the outside and the inside of the house by cleaning and de-cluttering everything, from the front yard to the garage to the kitchen, bathrooms, and basement. Put away your personal items so buyers can imagine themselves living there. One way to take years off your home is with paint. Check the home’s exterior paint job, and don’t forget the front door, mailbox, garage doors, and walkways. In the interior, remove the pictures from the walls (as well as old wallpaper) and paint the walls in a neutral color. Also, consider these tips if you want to sell your home fast for a good price: a) Hire professional cleaners to do the work; b) Get a home inspection before you put it on the market; and c) Make your landscaping look sharp. For a list of the specific steps you should take, ask for my Free Consumer Report called “ 4 Steps To Stage Your Home For A Fast Sale .” I’ll send a copy right to you.

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Florence’s…. Colony MarketWatch ™ Here’s Neighborhood Home Information For The Colony To Help You Evaluate The Value Of Your Investment. ”

Active Listings …

Address

Bdrms

Baths

Sq. Ft.

Floor Plan

Asking Price

Antigua Way Majorca Dr

2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3

2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3

1218 Martinique 1217 Martinique 1449 Antigua 1217 Martinique

$ 699,000 $ 750,000 $ 789,000 $ 795,888 $ 820,000 $ 865,000 $ 895,000 $ 899,000 $1,399,000 $ 879,376

Martinique Lane

San Tropez

Martinique Lane Martinique Lane Martinique Lane

1113 Martinique (Phase I)

1368 Madeira

1368 Madeira (upper level)

Majorca

1368 Madeira

Cannes Square

2360 Vina del Mar

Market Average

Pending Listings…

Address

Bdrms

Baths

Sq. Ft.

Floor Plan

Asking Price

Martinique Lane Market Average

2

2

1627 Capri

$ 949,000 $ 949,000

Sold Propert ies… (04/01/24 Thru 06/18/2025) Address List $ Sale $

Sq.Ft.

$/sq.ft

Floor Plan

Date Sold

4695 San Sebastian $774,000

$749,000

1217

$615.45

Martinique

11/21/24 02/07/25 02/07/25

2243 Martinique 2105 Martinique 1927 Majorca

$799,888 $810,000 $849,000

$775,000 $797,000 $835,000

1368 1368 1369

$566.52 $582.60 $608.93

Madeira Madeira Madeira

04/25/25

1972 San Tropez

$899,000

$855,000

1368

$625.00

Madeira

11/12/24 05/24/24 11/12/24 04/24/24

4683 San Sebastian

$908,000 $900,000 $949,888 $965,000

$884,000 $887,500 $900,000 $920,000

1368 1627 1627 1368

$646.20 $545.48 $552.83 $672.51

Madeira

1947 Majorca 1925 Majorca

Capri Capri

2155 Martinique

Madeira

08/30/24

4494 Antigua

$949,888

$925,000

1368

$694.36

Madeira

08/28/24

1950 San Tropez

$939,000

$915,000

1550

$590.32

Antigua

02/18/25 10/10/24 02/12/25 05/07/25 05/15/24

4687 San Sebastian

$939,888 $949,000 $975,000 $988,888

$939,000 $949,000 $955,000 $998,288 $1,200,000

1807 1628 1867 1368 1550

$520.14 $582.92 $511.52 $729.74 $774.19

Capri Capri Capri

1925 Majorca

2107 Martinique

1915 Majorca

Madeira Antigua

1985 San Sebastian $1,395,888

10/28/24

4760 San Sebastian $2,025,000

$1,962,500

1766

$1,111.27 Capri

02/25/25

$1,001,607

$ 967,428

$641.90

Market Average

RE/MAX represented buyer, seller or both. Properties as of June 16, 2025 and may not be listed by RE/MAX. Data is based on information reported by multiple brokers to the CRMLS. Data accuracy is not guaranteed by CRMLS. This report is not intended to solicit properties already listed for sale.

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Florence’s… MarketWatch ™

“ Here’s Neighborhood Home Information For HarborWalk To Help You Evaluate The Value Of Your Investment. ”

Active Listings … Address

List $

Sq.Ft Floor Plan

Harbor Blvd Sunset Lane Sunset Lane 4534 La Brea Sunset Lane Harbor Blvd

$549,000 $699,000 $729,000 $799,999 $990,000 $1,089,000 $809,333

781 925

Plan A Plan C Plan D

1198 1135 1319 1489

T-3 T-2

Villa

Market Average

Sold Properties (04/01/2024 – 06/16/2025 Address List $ Sold $

Sq ft $/sq.ft

Floor Plan

Date Sold

2937 Harbor

$550,000

$505,000

925

$545.95

Plan C

08/12/24

3019 Harbor

$549,000

$549,000

781

$702.94

Plan A

03/31/25 04/15/24

3128 Sunset 3101 Harbor

$575,000 $549,000

$530,000 $532,000

925 781

$572.97 $681.17

Plan C Plan A

06/12/25

3049 Harbor

$590,000

$580,000

781

$742.64

Plan A

11/04/24

2937 Harbor

$669,000

$650,000

925

$702.70

Plan C

11/14/24

3484 Sunset

$695,000

$650,000

1135

$572.69

T-3

01/17/25 08/28/24 06/05/25 03/11/25 08/30/24 04/09/25

3120 Sunset 4540 La Brea 3205 Harbor 3250 Sunset

$705,000 $825,000 $899,000 $955,000

$715,000 $758,000 $865,000 $850,000

1198 1478 1401 1402

$596.83 $512.85 $617.42 $606.28

Plan D

T-2

Villa Villa

3550 Sunset

$924,900

$925,000

1319

$701.29

Villa

Market Average

$705,761

$676,769

$625.45

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Bold: REMAX Represented Buyers, Sellers or Both

The information referenced has been provided by the Ventura County MLS Corporation’s MLS as of June 18, 2025 The listings and sales are not exclusive to RE/MAX Gold Coast Realtors and may have been represented by others. Display of the MLS data is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed by the MLS and prices are subject to change.

See HarborWalk floor plans at: HarborWalkCondos.com