The holiday season is upon us once again. In this market update, Tony and Justin recap the Malibu Real Estate market and its various segments throughout 2025 up to Thanksgiving. Some areas continue to shine while the ongoing struggle remains in others, and the lingering effects of the Palisades Fire are very much present.

In this episode of the People's History of Malibu, Tony, along with friend Malibu local, K.C. Blinn, recount the relatively unknown saga of the Malibu Beach Patrol. In the 80s and 90s, a battle began brewing between the homeowners on the Western Malibu beaches and the general public who were enjoying newly founded access via the state beaches. To keep the public out, these owners hired a band of local college kids to guard these borders; enter Tony, KC, and friends. A few glorious summers of the greatest job ever all came crashing down spectacularly. This is the story of the Malibu Beach Patrol. 

We are honored to have our friend, client, and short-term rental connisuer, Brandon Coxton, on the latest episode of the Malibu Podcast! Brandon and his wife own and manage several Airbnbs in Malibu, from Point Dume to the Corral Canyon, and have become experts on the ins and outs of running luxury short-term rentals. From curating the guest experience to utilizing a cost-segregation analysis as a tax strategy, Brandon gives us an inside look into the world of hosting coastal vacation rentals.  To check out their available Airbnbs, visit malibubeach.rentals or follow them on Instagram @malibubeach.rentals

Back to school, kids! In this market update, Tony and Justin recap the Summer real estate market in Malibu with year-to-date data and compare it with years past. Some segments rallied after a slow start to the year, others remain on track to match 2024, and others are still looking for hope in 2025.

We are officially in the prime time of Summer on the Malibu coast. However, the Summer lease market has not been feeling the heat. After a winter and spring marked by disasters and road closures, many of the luxury leases that are typically occupied for July and August are sitting vacant or taking lower rates than in years past. Tune in for our local analysis of the current lease market in Malibu and predictions heading into the back end of Summer.

If you live in Malibu, you know the name. Skylar Peak is a staple in Malibu, with wide-ranging influence from surf lineups to city hall. Born and raised on Point Dume, Skylar has played a prominent role in Malibu's history and continues to be one of the most prominent voices in Malibu. In this episode of the people's history of Malibu, Skylar goes into growing up on "poverty point," his father Dusty's legacy, localism, his entry into Malibu politics, and more. Skylar remains one of the area's most trusted electricians, and Peak Power Electric has proudly served the community for over 40 years. For honest and trustworthy electrical work, visit peakpowerelectric.com and give them a call.

With Summer looming before us, Tony and Justin review a difficult winter and spring for the Malibu real estate market. Single-family home sales are roughly cut in half, however, other segments are on track and even outperforming the same window during 2024. In this episode, we review the Malibu market year to date, compare it with last year, and make our predictions as we head into Summer.

To view listings or get more information about our team, visit: malibubeach-realestate.com

In this special episode, we’re thrilled to share an exciting new chapter: Tony and Justin have officially launched the Mark Real Estate Group! After years of helping clients navigate the market and build their dreams, it’s time to take things to the next level with a dedicated team built on trust, results, and real relationships. 

Tune in to hear the inspiration behind the group, the mission driving it forward, and what clients can expect when working with Mark Real Estate Group. Whether you're buying, selling, investing, or just love the behind-the-scenes of real estate, our team is proud to offer our expertise to Malibu locals of past, present, and future. | For more information, email [email protected]

In our annual first market update, we reflect on Malibu's real estate trends, comparing past and present markets. This year, amid recent fires and road closures, we analyze 2024 market segments alongside 2023. With no beach homes sold just 1.5 months into 2025, we also assess current inventory and the challenges of this uncertain start.

The Malibu Podcast is back for 2025, though with heavy hearts. In the wake of the recent wildfires and the devastation they have left behind, we asked insurance guru Robert Feldman back on the show for an insurance update and tips for those whose homes were lost or damaged. Robert breaks down the five steps of recovery for fire victims, discusses home hardening, dangerous misinformation, and what made the Palisades and Eaton fires so catastrophic. | To reach Robert Feldman at WOWS Insurance regarding home insurance, email [email protected] or visit wowsinsurance.com and follow him on Instagram @bob.b.que