burbank real estate: Economic Update - 10/09/08 06:39 PM
A couple of things are clear, many people have lost confidence in the financial system and this is not just a U.S. problem as the aftermath of this financial crisis is being felt around the world.
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke brokered the broadest coordinated interest rate cut in … (2 comments)
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burbank real estate: Burbank Real Estate Sales Statistics For September 2008 - 10/01/08 04:46 PM
Burbank Closed Sales for September 2008
Month to month average sale price from August to September 2008 is down $14,258, year over year, average sale prices are down by $127,253 or 19%.
Average days on market, year over year are up 23 days.
Average square footage is down … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: Is This The Bottom? - 09/17/08 06:25 PM
We had another eventful day in the financial markets today:
The Dow shed 449 points (4.1%) to close at 10610 amid fears the credit crisis will claim more victims
Interest rates....The 2-year treasury bill closed at 1.64%, the 5-year treasury note 2.52%, and the 10-year treasury bond gained 14/32s to … (9 comments)
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burbank real estate: Economic Round Up and Burbank Real Estate - 09/16/08 07:49 PM
The Federal Reserve left rates unchanged today, at 2% for the key benchmark, a surprise to some, but while they noted that the financial markets are under more strain with the credit crisis,they cited labor worries and inflation as their top concerns. Providing liquidity for the markets is high on … (1 comments)
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burbank real estate: Economic News And Impacts On Burbank And San Fernando Valley Real Estate - 09/14/08 02:38 PM
Former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan, who served as Fed Chairman for 18 years, said this financial crisis will probably lead to the failure of more firms. He went on to say, in his interview with George Stephanopoulos, that this is the worst financial crisis he’s ever seen.
Treasury and … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: City Of Burbank Housing Element Update - 09/11/08 11:30 PM
Every few years the State of California mandates that cities provide a policy document that outlines programs that both promote the development of affordable housing and reduce any constraints to the development of added housing. Individual cities that do not comply and complete this document risk losing funding for many future … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: August Closed Sales for Burbank - 09/10/08 07:31 PM
Month to month average sale price is up $30,186, year over year, average sale prices are down by $104,851 or 15.8%.
Average days on market, year over year are down 3 days.
Number of sales is up almost 10%.
These numbers are reflecting several factors……
• Year over year, … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: Burbank Real Estate Statistics - 08/25/08 11:37 AM
Month to month average sale price is down $45,281, year over year, average sale prices are down by $150,000 or 22.83%.
Average days on market, year over year are up 27 days.
Number of sales is up 16%.
These numbers are reflecting several factors……
Year over … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: Burbank Home Sale Activity For June 2008 - 08/03/08 02:05 AM
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burbank real estate: Economic Round Up - 07/28/08 03:27 PM
Although there were no major economic reports out today and the housing reform bill was approved and signed into law this weekend,wil be signed into law, the market could not hold on to positive territory. It's expected that this will help Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac stay in business and will … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: Burbank Homeowners and Renters Assistance Program - 07/26/08 01:41 AM
Burbank homeowners and renters may be eligible for free state monies.
This valuable program is offered July 2 to August 28th for eligible Burbank seniors at the Joslyn Center, on Wednesdays from 9- 10am and Thursdays from 1-3pm, by appointment.
Free assistance will be given in order to receive these … (1 comments)
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burbank real estate: Economic Round Up - 07/25/08 06:25 PM
Another interesting week as crude oil continued it's correction, but the market gave some gains back amid earnings and worries over the state of financial institutions.
The Fed approved new rules to protect consumers against mortgage fraud. These rules are expected to go into … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: National Night Out! - 07/25/08 12:56 AM
Don't forget that on August 5th, 5-8pm, is National Night Out!
This annual event will take place at the Chandler Bikeway and Keystone. The goal is to strengthen neighborhood spirit by encouraging residents and law enforecement to work together on community projects and goals.
What's exciting is that they will … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: Economic Round Up - 07/24/08 06:14 PM
There's always the good news and the bad news.......I'll start off and end with the good stuff, there's not much today.
On a positive note crude oil prices have been much lower this past week as the bubble seemingly has burst on the speculation that was driving oil prices … (3 comments)
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burbank real estate: Burbank Real Estate Stats for June 2008 - 07/24/08 12:50 AM
This information in taken from the SoCal MLS.
Housing starts in California in June rose 9.2%, but single family home construction declined 3.5% in the same period.
For more information, visit, Burbank Real Estate Report!
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burbank real estate: Housing Market Update For April 2008 - 05/23/08 01:17 AM
Here is the report for April and as you can see sales can vary greatly by area.
One thing is clear, however, money is still tight and sales are down. Latest forecasts have the turnaround starting later this year and into 2009. The recovery does hinge on access to loans and … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: Making Sense Of The Housing Market! - 04/13/08 05:53 PM
There’s plenty of bad news out there and I think it’s important to sift through the slate of negativity in order to understand what’s really going on. If you are looking to buy or sell a home, is this the right time?
First let’s look at some of the recent facts:
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burbank real estate: The Economic Week In Review - 04/11/08 05:27 PM
Consumer Credit-slowed substantially in February, $5.1B v.$10.3 in January. Pending Homes Index-outlook for the housing sector worsened as existing home sales fell 1.9% in February. Given the slowdown in the job market I would say this number will continue to look grim in areas where job losses are the … (2 comments)
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burbank real estate: Housing Stats For Burbank And Surrounding Areas! - 03/28/08 01:16 PM
Housing stats for February 2008 for Burbank, Studio City, Hollywood Hills, Glendale, Valley Village and surrounding areas!
Click here!
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burbank real estate: Buying a home? Tips to make your life easier! - 03/20/08 06:42 PM
Some of the most important elements of buying a home is knowing how much home you can afford to buy. How much money you have to put as a down payment and how much money you can afford to pay on a monthly basis may not only determine the size of … (2 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Economic Week Ahead... - 12/16/07 01:09 PM
Monday 17
Empire State Manufacturing Survey-Consensus 21.5 monthly survey of manufacturers in New York State.
Treasury Int’l Capital-measures foreign demand for our debt and assets by tracking flows of financial instruments into and out of the U.S.
Current Account
Housing Market Index-Produced by the National Association of Home Builders. … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Economic Week In Review... - 12/14/07 03:51 PM
We had some considerably volatile days this week……what it really boils down to is whether the Fed will be more concerned about the credit meltdown and the housing market versus inflationary pressures on the economy and the dollar’s weakness. Several analysts came out and predicted that we will … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Economic Week Ahead..... - 12/09/07 06:55 PM
Monday 10
Pending Home Sales Index
3 & 6 Month Bill Auction
4 Week Bill and 10 Year Note Announcement
Tuesday 11
FOMC Annoucement-Consensus ranges from 25 to 50 basis points
ICSC-USB Store Sales Tracks comparable weekly sales from major retail chains and represents 10% of total retail … (2 comments)
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burbank real estate: Burbank City Council Update - 12/09/07 06:53 PM
Items of note from the last Burbank City Council meeting: The council unanimously approved to hire American Homeland Solutions in order to review the Burbank Police Department’s organizational structure and make recommendations. The review is expected to take 6 months and is part of an ongoing review process that occurs every … (1 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Economic Week In Review..... - 12/07/07 04:20 PM
After quiet days on Monday and Tuesday, the Dow soared ahead on Wednesday and Thursday, stalled on Friday. The overall weak trend in the data reported works in favor of a rate cut next week. It should be noted however that the stronger numbers in the payroll report could … (1 comments)
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burbank real estate: What's Happening In Your Neighborhood? - 12/03/07 10:37 PM
Ever wonder if there is an easy way to know what’s going on in your neighborhood with respect to proposed projects?
The Burbank Planning Department has now made it much easier for you to see what is going in your neighborhood! Proposed and current projects are available via the Planning Projects … (1 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Economic Week Ahead.... - 12/02/07 11:53 AM
Monday 5
ISM Non Manufacturing Survey Consensus 54 This survey consists of almost 400 firms across 60 different sectors. Analysts like to keep an eye on the business activity index of this survey as it gives an indication of economic health.
3 & 6 Month Bill Auction
Tuesday 4
ICSC-USB … (1 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Economic Week In Review..... - 11/30/07 03:33 PM
This week saw volatile trading sessions, again, with the Dow down 237 points on Monday, up 217 points on Tuesday, up 332 points on Wednesday, up 20 points on Thursday and up 60 on Friday. Concerns over credit woes continued as well as rumors of Citigroup layoffs.
Items … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Economic Week Ahead..... - 11/25/07 05:19 PM
Monday 26
3 & 6 Month Bill Auction
2 & 5 Year Note Announcement
Tuesday 27
ICSC-USB Store Sales Tracks comparable weekly sales from major retail chains and represents 10% of total retail sales. Is considered to be one of the most timely indicators of consumer spending.
Redbook a timely indicator … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: Burbank City Council Update - 11/19/07 05:36 PM
Items of note from the last Burbank City Council meeting:
Quiet zone was established on the Metrolink Ventura Subdivision at Buena Vista Street and Vanowen crossing. Vote was unanimous.The new California building and fire codes were unanimously adopted. Because of past complaints this ordinance will change the Burbank Municipal Code … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Economic Day In Review..... - 11/19/07 04:02 PM
Well, we had quite a volatile day as the Dow closed below the psychological 13,000 mark. Dow was down 218 points and closed at 12958. Items of note:
Goldman Sachs downgraded Citigroup to a sell. Lowe’s lost 7.6% today on weak earnings.The National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Index came in … (1 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Rent to Own Transaction.....Is it for you? - 10/25/07 04:49 PM
In this challenging real estate market sellers who are not able to sell their properties through a conventional sale are proposing rent to own deals more frequently. For sellers, the advantage of this type of transaction is the likelihood that the renter will, at some predetermined point in the future, buy … (2 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Economic Week Ahead....... - 10/21/07 01:13 PM
Monday 22
3 & 6 Month Bill Auction
Tuesday 23
ICSC-USB Store Sales Tracks comparable weekly sales from major retail chains and represents 10% of total retail sales. Is considered to be one of the most timely indicators of consumer spending.
Redbook a timely indicator of consumer spending and also represents about … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Costs and Risks of Staying “Out” of the Housing Market - 10/19/07 06:47 PM
Has the Housing Market Hit “Bottom”?
I am asked this question frequently and the honest answer is: I don’t know. But here is what I do know:
Market tops and bottoms are only recognized some time after the fact when we can look at the numbers in relationship to … (1 comments)
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burbank real estate: Burbank City Hall Update! - 10/16/07 04:07 PM
Yes, I finally took some pictures of our City Hall! As you can see from this shot, it has some great architectural features!
Burbank City Council will NOT be meeting today, but meetings will resume next week, Tuesday, October 23, at 6pm.
One thing I wanted to point out is that if you … (3 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Week Ahead........ - 10/14/07 06:08 PM
Monday 15
Empire State Manufacturing Survey-monthly survey of manufacturers in New York State.Consensus 12.5
3 Month & 6 Month Bill Auction
Tuesday 16
Industrial Production Consensus.1%
Housing Market Index-Produced by the National Association of Home Builders. This is a survey which is filled out by the members of this organization and it gives their … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Week in Review....... - 10/12/07 09:22 PM
The big news was the release of Retail Sales, which increased a larger than expected .6%, best explained by the seasonal back to school rush. The bond market snoozed through the news but the stock market reacted positively.
Items of note:
Consumer Confidence fell to 82, lowest reading in a year, … (2 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Week Ahead.......... - 10/07/07 04:49 PM
Monday 10
US Holiday.....Columbus Day!Tuesday 11
ICSC-USB Store Sales Tracks comparable weekly sales from major retail chains … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: Burbank Housing Market Report - 10/05/07 03:34 PM
Local Housing Update:
Period 9-15-07 to 10-05-07 Average new listings/day Average closed sales/day # Pending Sales/day
Burbank 3.8 … (1 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Week in Review! - 10/05/07 03:21 PM
The big news was the release of NonFarm Payrolls today. They rose by 110k, which was close to the consensus but it sent bond prices sharply lower.
Items of note:
Pending Home Sales fell to a larger than expected 6.5% in August Bond Market closed the week with prices sharply lower: 2 … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: Out of the Ashes! - 10/05/07 01:37 PM
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14
Bring a blanket and picnic, spend an afternoon with friends, family & neighbors.
Out of the Ashes is a special event in support of Griffith Park Recovery with a musical tribute to those who fought the fire.
Beethoven’s “Eroica” Symphony & World Premiere of Arthur B. Rubinstein’s “Life … (2 comments)
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burbank real estate: Native Nights - 10/05/07 01:15 PM
In an effort to promote water conservation and bring back Burbank's native landscape, there will be a workshop where you can learn how to cultivate native and California friendly plants!
This event features Lili Singer, a recognized garden plant writer and plant expert!
Where:Buena Vista Library
When: Tuesday, October 23, 7-8:30pm
Monday, … (1 comments)
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burbank real estate: Second Chance Weekend! - 10/04/07 11:52 AM
In order to promote awareness about our limited landfill capacity City of Burbank is promoting a "Second Chance Weekend" on October 13 & 14, 2007!
This is a statewide recycling event and it is our chance to keep household items out of our landfills! On this weekend you will not need … (3 comments)
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burbank real estate: Burbank City Council Update! - 10/02/07 02:43 PM
There are items from last week worth mentioning:
City Council approved the carry over of funds toward the construction around the Magnolia Power Project.
The Council denied the permit parking request on Evergreen Street. new and revised energy efficiency programs for businesses and homes. What it means to you is that … (3 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Week Ahead..... - 09/30/07 04:47 PM
Monday 1
ISM Manufacturirng Index Consensus-52.9 Survey of manufacturing firms that measure their sentiments on a variety of areas including employment, production, new orders and inventories.
3 & 6 Month Bill Auction
Tuesday 2
Pending … (3 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Week in Review....... - 09/29/07 07:31 PM
Last week was quite eventful. We saw Existing Home Sales in August come slightly lower than expected, they came in at an annualized pace of 5.50M. The big story, however, was the Home Inventory numbers at an all time high! New Home Sales were down 8.3% to an annualized level … (3 comments)
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burbank real estate: Falcon Theater - 09/26/07 02:25 AM
Are you looking for something to do? If so, don't forget to peruse the Season at the Falcon Theater:
Leap September 5th-October 7th
"All poor Bob wants to do is … (5 comments)
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burbank real estate: Burbank City Council Update! - 09/25/07 03:36 AM
There are items from last week worth mentioning:
City Council approved new and revised energy efficiency programs for businesses and homes. What it means to you is that the city will be offering more rewards for energy efficient homes. Cm. Golonski dissented as he objected to the program's inclusion of non-profit … (2 comments)
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burbank real estate: City of Burbank General Plan Update! - 09/25/07 03:09 AM
City of Burbank has a General Plan that sets out goals and is essentially a policy guide for growth and development. Whatever is in this plan will serve as a blueprint for all future development.
The Planning and Transportation Devision is in the process of updating this plan and will hold a … (1 comments)
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burbank real estate: What's a Nurdle? - 09/24/07 06:59 PM
There is legislation that is currently on the floor of the California Legislature called AB258, that will put much more stringent rules in place to prevent nurdles from reaching our oceans.
It's about nurdles......so what, you ask, is a nurdle?
Nurdles are pre-production plastic pellets and resin materials used in … (4 comments)
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burbank real estate: New Area Code for Burbank? - 09/24/07 01:32 AM
Apparently the 818 area code will run out of numbers by 2009 due to the demand for cell phones! The California Public Utilities Commission is proposing splitting the San Fernando Valley into two pieces and have a new area code, 747, for part of the area.
The other option on the table … (2 comments)
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burbank real estate: Pending Home Sales and Mortgage Market Update! - 09/05/07 11:31 AM
The Pending Home Sales number came out this morning at down 12.2% for July versus the 2% that was expected. Realtors are reporting that sales are taking longer to close and many are failing to close. Much of this, I'm sure, is tied to our current credit market situation and how … (4 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Week Ahead....... - 09/02/07 02:29 AM
Monday 3
Labor Day!
Tuesday 4
Construction Spending-Consensus 0% Good indicator of the economy's momentum.
ISM Manufacturirng Index Consensus-53.0 Survey of manufacturing firms that measure their sentiments on a variety of areas including employment, production, … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Week Ahead........ - 08/26/07 05:47 PM
Monday 27
Existing Home Sales-consensus 5.70M..... Year to year this number has dropped 11.4% and housing supply at 8.8 months. June sales were down 3.8%.
3 & 6 Month Bill Auction
Tuesday 28
ICSC-USB Store Sales Tracks comparable weekly sales from major retail chains and represents 10% of total retail sales. Is … (1 comments)
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burbank real estate: I've been book meme'd!!!! - 08/26/07 05:17 PM
“I think of life as a good book. The further you get into it, the more it begins to make sense.”
Harold Kushner
Beth Bastian book meme'd me and I have to say that I had a very hard time narrowing my choices down to 5 books! Here goes:
The Hitchhiker's Guide … (4 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Week Ahead......... - 08/19/07 11:02 AM
Monday 20
Leading Indicators-Consensus .4% -Report looks at ten different sources that are supposed to indicate overall economic activity. This figure tends to be revised after the fact and does not do a … (1 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Week in Review........... - 08/17/07 08:09 PM
And what a week it was!
We saw housing starts and permits fall to their lowest level since 1996! Then Merrill Lynch put out a report suggesting that Countrywide Financial Corp., the biggest U.S. mortgage lender, could go bankrupt, naturally they lowered the stock rating to a sell. Next day, … (4 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Week Ahead........ - 08/12/07 01:50 PM
Monday 13
Retail Sales- Consensus 0.2
Business Inventories-Consensus .4% 3 Month & 6 Month Bill Auction
Tuesday 14
Producer Price Index PPI Consensus Forecast for July 07: +0.1 percent
ICSC-USB Store Sales Tracks comparable weekly sales from major retail chains and represents 10% of total retail sales. Is considered to be one … (1 comments)
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burbank real estate: Recycle Corner! - 08/07/07 12:34 AM
If you are like me and try to recycle as much as possible you will want to read on!
If you have any batteries, old eyeglasses, cartridges from your printers, CD's and DVD's you can take them to your local Burbank library! Just bring them to any Burbank library location and … (5 comments)
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burbank real estate: Bicycle Fever! - 08/06/07 11:42 PM
Are you thinking about buying a bicycle or getting back on the dusty one in your garage after watching the Tour De France?
If you are, then you might want to check out the great online maps that are available for bike paths in Los Angeles County. Another great … (3 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Week Ahead......... - 08/05/07 07:57 PM
Monday 6
3 & 6 Month Bill Auction
Treasury Strips
Tuesday 7
ICSC-USB Store Sales Tracks comparable weekly sales from major retail chains and represents 10% of total retail sales. Is considered to be one of the most timely indicators of consumer spending.
Redbook a timely indicator of consumer spending and also … (3 comments)
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burbank real estate: Burbank Adult School! - 08/03/07 01:04 AM
For those Burbank and Toluca Lake residents looking to increase your academic prowess or just learn something new, the Burbank Adult School Fall 2007 Class schedule is out!
The Burbank Adult School includes but is not limited to classes for:
Parenting
Computer Literacy
Foreign Languages
Health Occupations Training
Photography
and much more!!!!
This campus is conveniently located at: … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: Is Your Home Energy Efficient? - 08/03/07 12:46 AM
City of Burbank Water and Power has a really great tool, the Home Energy Analyzer, that can help you analyze your home's annual energy consumption and give you suggestions as to how you can improve your home's efficiency.
I would recommend that you have at least a few months of your … (2 comments)
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burbank real estate: Did you know....... - 08/02/07 12:55 AM
That in March of this year the Burbank City Council adopted a Shopping Cart Containment Ordinance that establishes rules for the containment of shopping carts within the confines of each business.
In summary, before this ordinance was adopted, there were no requirements for businesses to keep their carts on their premises. After … (2 comments)
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burbank real estate: Burbank and Composting! - 07/31/07 10:53 PM
Did you know, that City of Burbank has a composting program?
The program started back in 1989 and through this program Burbank has been able to keep 50% of it's waste from making it to the landfills!
Composting is the process where living organisms turn organic waste and yard waste into a … (8 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Week Ahead........... - 07/28/07 11:44 PM
Monday 30
3 Month & 6 Month Bill Auction
Tuesday 31
ICSC-USB Store Sales Tracks comparable weekly sales from major retail chains and represents 10% of total retail sales. Is considered to be one of the … (3 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Week Ahead............. - 07/22/07 01:09 PM
Monday 23
3 & 6 Month Bill Auction
Tuesday 24
ICSC-USB Store Sales Tracks comparable weekly sales from major retail chains and represents 10% of total retail sales. Is considered to be one of the most timely indicators of consumer spending.
Redbook a timely indicator of consumer spending and also represents about … (4 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Week Ahead................ - 07/15/07 12:41 PM
Monday 16
Empire State Manufacturing Survey-monthly survey of manufacturers in New York State.Consensus 17.5
3 Month & 6 Month Bill Auction
Tuesday 17
Housing Market Index-Produced by the National Association of Home Builders. This is a survey which is filled out by the members of this organization and it gives their opinion of … (4 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Week Ahead...................... - 07/08/07 01:21 AM
Monday 9
3 & 6 Month Bill Auction
Consumer Credit Consensus 5.6B
This report represents the overall value of outstanding consumer credit debt. Very simply put, if demand exceeds supply, interest rates rise.
Tuesday 10
ICSC-USB Store Sales Tracks comparable weekly sales from major retail chains and represents 10% of total retail … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: City of Burbank Second Hand Smoke Ordinance - 07/07/07 12:40 AM
On April 3rd of this year, the Burbank City Council voted to adopt the proposed second hand smoke ordinance. If you are a smoker you can still smoke in the City of Burbank, just not at certain locations. The intent of this ordinance is to limit second hand smoke … (5 comments)
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burbank real estate: City of Burbank Public Works Projects - 07/07/07 12:25 AM
Did you know there is a website that will show you where all of the current and upcoming public works projects are located?
This page is available through the City of Burbank site and is an invaluable resource that will keep you up to date on all of our street … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: Burbank City Council gets tough on Rancho Neighborhood Developments - 07/06/07 12:30 AM
At the Tuesday night Burbank City Council meeting the Council voted 3-2 to impose more rigorous rules to any developers seeking to build grocery stores in the Rancho area.
The vote was motivated by the community uproar against Whole Foods trying to build at the site on the corner of … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: Burbank City Council Meetings! - 07/04/07 05:22 PM
Considering that this is 4th of July I thought it would be important to remind everyone that Burbank City Council Meetings are held at 6:30pm every Tuesday evening at Burbank City Hall and replayed every Wednesday at 10am, Fridays at 6pm and Saturdays at 1pm on our very own public … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: Kwik E Mart! - 07/04/07 04:56 PM
Ok, this is an update on my last post! I went by the Kwik E Mart and shot these pictures! It was a really funny experience as there were families taking pictures of themselves in front of the Kwik E Mart sign and putting their children in front of the graffitied … (4 comments)
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burbank real estate: Quirky Burbank Info! - 07/04/07 01:51 AM
As it so happens I was driving down the street the other day and noticed that a local 7-11 was undergoing some transformation. I had no idea what was going on, until I ran across this interesting article!
It turns out that to promote the upcoming Simpsons Movie, coming out on … (5 comments)
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burbank real estate: July 4th Information for Burbank! - 07/03/07 05:13 PM
Well, unfortunately, due to the dry conditions this year our annual fireworks at the Starlight Bowl have been cancelled.
They are replacing the fireworks with a Laser Light show that promises to be wonderful none the less. Please remember to celebrate your 4th responsibly and that fireworks are banned and considered … (8 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Week Ahead......... - 07/01/07 11:48 PM
Monday 2
3 Month & 6 Month Bill Auction
ISM Manufacturirng Index Consensus-55.0
Tuesday3
ICSC-USB Store Sales Tracks comparable weekly sales from major retail chains and represents 10% of total retail sales. Is considered to be one of the most timely indicators of consumer spending. Redbook a timely indicator of consumer spending and also … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: Stough Canyon Nature Center - 06/30/07 01:17 AM
The Stough Canyon Nature Center is one of Burbank's best kept secrets! You and your entire family can enjoy nature camps, hikes, activities, workshops and special events!
For those just starting out the docents can take you on a hike that lasts 90 minutes where you can experience nature … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: Lawn Mower Exchange - 06/30/07 01:05 AM
In an effort to continue to promote and protect our environment the South Coast Air Quality Management District is offering to exchange your old, operational, gas powered lawn mover for a new cordless electric rechargeable mower!!!!
You bring in your mower,pay $100 and you get a brand new electric mower! Come … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: Tire Recycling Day! - 06/30/07 12:53 AM
Saturday, July 28th from 9am to 3 pm will be Tire Recycling Day at the Burbank Recycle Center!!!!
With the exception of oversized, business or tractor tires this one day event will accept tires along with the rims!
The Burbank Recycle Center is located at 500 South Flower Street and is open … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: What Professional Designations Do You Recommend? - 06/25/07 05:55 PM
ePro®.......CRS®.........SRES®?????
I thought I would tap the vast amount of knowledge and expertise available through the AR community! I am currently sifting through the copious amounts of information regarding all of the many different designations we, as agents, can obtain.
Here are a few examples:
CNS-Certified Neighborhood Specialist
Eco-Broker-comprehensive energy and environmental real … (7 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Week Ahead..................... - 06/24/07 09:22 PM
Monday 25
Existing Home Sales-consensus 5.99M The market has low expectation for this number, we'll see where it comes in.
3 & 6 Month Bill Auction
Tuesday 26
ICSC-USB Store Sales Tracks comparable weekly sales from major retail chains and represents 10% of total retail sales. Is considered to be one of the … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: 20/20 Follow up-Show originally aired in October of 2005! - 06/23/07 02:14 AM
I watched 20/20 tonight and I came away with a few thoughts:
I think it's very apparent that many consumers, including the reporters, don't know what Realtors do and what value they bring to the process of buying and selling a home. The one seller they interviewed that sold her house … (6 comments)
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burbank real estate: 20/20 Tonight! - 06/22/07 08:45 PM
Hi all,
I just saw a commercial for the 20/20 that's on tonight on ABC and the topic is how to get rich with Real Estate and "Do you need an Agent"?
Not sure where they are going with this but it should be an interesting watch, to say the least!
After … (13 comments)
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burbank real estate: Falcon Theatre! - 06/22/07 12:57 AM
Don't miss it! Only until June 24th at the Falcon Theatre.
The Value of Names, starring Jack Klugman(Odd Couple, Qunicy MD), Liz Larsen(Law and Order) and Dan Lauria(Wonder … (1 comments)
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burbank real estate: Got Wheels! - 06/21/07 12:34 AM
City of Burbank has a Youth Transportation Program designed for residents between the ages of 10-18. It provides a fantastic way for our kids to get around, for FREE!
If you are a Burbank resident and have kids that need to get around take them to the Verdugo Recreation Center, … (5 comments)
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burbank real estate: Darkest before the Dawn? - 06/21/07 12:11 AM
Confidence slips to lowest level in 16 years
Housing starts fall in May
California Economy, Housing Downturn should be hurting more....
Home Foreclosures Hit Record
I believe in Silver Linings and I believe that all markets go through cycles.
I'm writing this post because it seems as if everything I've been reading is very … (3 comments)
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burbank real estate: Open Space Preservation! - 06/19/07 11:59 PM
Recently Los Angeles Councilwoman Wendy Greuel announced the addition of 80 acres to Verdugo Mountain Park. The park is now 565 acres and the fourth largest in the San Fernando Valley!
In an age where land is at a premium and constantly being developed it is refreshing to see local politicians that … (4 comments)
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burbank real estate: Aroma Therapy for Sellers! - 06/18/07 12:26 AM
As Real Estate agents we talk to our sellers about staging a home … (15 comments)
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burbank real estate: Sizzling Summer Nights at the Autry National Center! - 06/17/07 11:38 PM
Every Thursday night in July and August from 6:30pm to 8:00pm the Autry National Center will host live music for outdoor dancing fun for the entire family!
Enjoy the fabulous beat of latin jazz, mambo and Afro-Cuban rhythms along with food, drink and complimentary dance lessons!
Admission is $5 or FREE … (2 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Week Ahead.......................... - 06/17/07 10:17 PM
Monday 18
3 Month & 6 Month Bill Auction
Tuesday 19
Housing Starts Consensus Forecast for May 1.470 Million
ICSC-USB Store Sales Tracks comparable weekly sales from major retail chains and represents 10% of total retail sales. Is considered to be one of the most timely indicators of consumer spending. Redbook a timely … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: Come Out and Dance.....is back! - 06/15/07 04:54 PM
Every Thursday night in July and August free dance lessons will be offered at the AMC Walkway at San Fernando Road and Palm Avenue. The lessons will be followed by 2 hours of live music!
Here's the schedule:
July 5: Royal Crown Revue July 12: Stompy Jones July 19: Steve Lucky and the … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: Los Angeles Equestrian Center Summer Events! - 06/15/07 01:42 AM
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burbank real estate: Griffith Park Update - 06/15/07 01:21 AM
As some of you may know one of the most wonderful resources we have, Griffith Park, experienced a tragic fire last month. It was truly sobering to watch on TV and quite sad as my husband and I watched the flames in the distance, from our back yard.
After all was … (9 comments)
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burbank real estate: Bingham Renewable Electricity Standards(RES)Amendment! - 06/12/07 10:56 AM
The time is here!
The Senate is voting on the Bingaman Renewable Electricity Standards (RES) amendment this week! This marks a vital turning point in our nation's shift away from fossil fuels. We need to make sure our lawmakers are on board.The RES amendment would increase our use of renewable electricity … (3 comments)
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burbank real estate: Flag Day and some interesting history! - 06/11/07 03:25 PM
Thursday, June 14th is Flag Day!
This day was officially established by the Proclamation of President Woodrow Wilson on May 30th, 1916, but the history is somewhat interesting!
It is believed to have originated back in 1885, when a Fredonia, Wisconsin school teacher, BJ Cigrand, had his pupils celebrate the Flag's "Birthday"!
Thereafter … (2 comments)
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burbank real estate: The Week Ahead.................... - 06/10/07 11:42 PM
Monday11
3 Month & 6 Month Bill Auction
Tuesday12
ICSC-USB Store Sales Tracks comparable weekly sales from major retail chains and represents 10% of total retail sales. Is considered to be one of the most timely indicators of consumer spending. Redbook a timely indicator of consumer spending and also represents about 10% of … (0 comments)
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burbank real estate: Happy Birthday AR!!!!!! - 06/10/07 03:20 AM
I just got back from the AR bash in Long Beach, Ca..........I have to say, that, as I was driving out there tonight I kept thinking....ok, is this going to be weird? Not even close!
What's great is that I had the priviledge of meeting so many wonderful people, not the … (16 comments)
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burbank real estate: Bernanke Follow-up - 06/07/07 12:36 AM
As you probably noticed Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke's statements about the current state of affairs sent some shocks in the stock market. Ben speaks, people, especially investors, listen.
The underlying fear is that the Fed is done lowering interest rates and may in fact be looking towards raising rates.
Things to ponder:
Rates … (2 comments)
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burbank real estate: Bob Hope Airport........Interesting Trivia! - 06/04/07 11:16 PM
I am somewhat of a history buff and one of the landmarks here in Burbank that has always fascinated me is Bob Hope Airport.
The fascination started when I first flew out of Burbank many years ago and realized that the only way you were able to board the plane was to … (1 comments)
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