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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
Diane and I have been going to the Festival of Books for the past 24+ years. If memory serves me correctly, we only missed the first two... Now with that said this year we did not get a new coffee mug. Usually, we get one every year commemorating our visit to the Festival of Books. This year was a total disappointment.The marketing was too vague and too discouraging. In the old days if you wanted to see an author you did not have to pay to enter. This year the message was mistakenly focused on, that you cannot get to see a panel or an author unless you pay for a ticket. Really??? False messaging. Sadly, many bought into this message including us.I told Diane it was just poor English and not clear messaging... we disagreed... on a side note I was right.So, with that said, let me tell you...
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
Friday Funday: I thought how about a fun dinner.... I always cruise the Internet, and I saw someone post a recipe for baked cabbage. Loved the idea and it so happened I had cabbage in the fridge as well as I always have olive oil.Now I thought this would go well with bake Argentinian Red Shrimp.Then I figured how about some great Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Bisquists to accompany the dinner Wishing you a safe and healthy life and I look forward to your comments. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, focused and goal-oriented Realtor in the Beverly Hills area who will help you achieve your Real Estate goals, please reach out to me directly! If you are looking for a pet friendly Beverly Hills Realtor who can handle and sell the most difficult properties that no one else could, please reach ...
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
2401 San Marco Dr. Los Angeles CA 90068: Accepting Backup Offers...Directions : Head East on Franklin Ave to Cahuenga BLVD (N) first right (E)on to Dix St and first left (n) on Holly Dr. to the end turn (L) to San Marco, land is just past 2407 San Marco Dr.Remarks: Best priced vacant land in the Beach Wood Canyon area. Truly a fantastic opportunity to build your dream home in the highly desirable Hollywood Dell section of the Hollywood Hills East. This lot is equally desirable for a developer to build for spec. The house next to this lot on a more difficult upslope with smaller frontage was built recently. This up sloped lot has about 58 ft of frontage with panoramic canyon views. Just imagine being surrounded by nature and multimillion dollar homes and still be minutes from the city an...
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
As most of you who read my posts, we have been supporting the Los Angeles Festival of Books for the past 24 plus years. We missed the first two and then we became loyal supporters year after year. Yesterday we went and you can read my post of what I thought. Now with that said we did not go this year the second day, like we always did two days in a row. Ironically, I had an easy day with real estate today.Well, not to dwell on it here are a few Fotos that I did not post yesterday.No matter what I wish you a wonderful week ahead and if you have time enjoy reading books. Please buy and read books. Wishing you a safe and healthy life and I look forward to your comments. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, focused and goal-oriented Realtor in the Beverly Hills area who will help you ach...
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By Jane Peters, Los Angeles real estate concierge services
(Home Jane Realty)
  I get a lot of calls from people looking to rent on the Wilshire Corridor.  Many are not aware of the price range of available units and are surprised at the rents that being asked. If you are going to rent on the Wilshire Corridor you will be doing so from an owner.  These are condos not apartments, and you are not going to be able to get information by calling the front desk at these buildings.  Each unit is individually owned and chances are that the owner is going through a Los Angeles real estate agent to help them get the condo rented. Also, it is important to understand that the rents are considerably higher than many regular, low-rise condos because the homeowners dues are high and they, plus the taxes and insurance that the owner is paying are factored into the rent. There is...
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By Michael Jacobs, Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393
Recent Buyer Represented Purchase at Surfwood Monterey This month I represented clients who purchased a unit in the Surfwood Monterey condominum complex in the Highland Park/Hermon neighborhood of Los Angeles.  The 92 unit complex was constructed in 1989 with first move-ins in 1990.   The building's exterior has been recently painted and features a pool, spa, exercise room in a courtyard-like setting.   All units in the complex are two bedrooms and two baths in a variety of floor plans.  Those on the top floor feature higher ceilings and clerestory windows. The unit my clients purchased at Surfwood Monterey is approximately 1003 square feet and was a bank owned unit that faces Monterey Road.  It has extensive updates including renovated baths/kitchen and hardwood floors.  The unit has n...
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By Ralph Gorgoglione, California and Hawaii Real Estate (310) 497-9407
(Metro Life Homes)
If you are looking for something to do this Saturday night, why not get your party on at the Chinatown Summer Nights Festival in Los Angeles, California! The Chinatown Summer Nights Festival will be held Saturday, August 27, 2011 from 5 pm-midnight in Chinatown between the Central and West Plaza located between Broadway and Yale Street in Los Angeles, California. The best part of this awesome event is that it is free to enter! There will be delicious food, live music, outdoor video projectors, Chinese beer and so much more. Chinatown Summer Nights is a major hot spot for those who want to party the night away in the City of Angels! For more information regarding the Chinatown Summer Nights please visit the link provided: http://www.chinatownsummernights.com/ Sounds like a great way to ...
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By Jane Peters, Los Angeles real estate concierge services
(Home Jane Realty)
  I am getting a lot of calls lately from people looking for luxury homes for rent in Los Angeles.  Often these are calls from assistants doing a preliminary search for their bosses, so having a Los Angeles real estate agent help with the search is going to make life so much easier. Los Angeles homes for rent are going extremely quickly, not quite so much on the luxury end but  if the property is something special, then it too will go.  For that reason having someone watching the listings come on the market real time can improve your chances of getting the home you want. With the market the way it is now, realtors are not just concentrating on the buying and selling of property. The demand for Los Angeles homes for rent is so high that we are making the rental market part of our busine...
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By Ralph Gorgoglione, California and Hawaii Real Estate (310) 497-9407
(Metro Life Homes)
  If you are a big Tim Burton fan, then you will not want to miss out on the Tim Burton’s Free Film Screening this Friday night in Los Angeles, California! The Tim Burton’s Free Film Screening will be held this Friday, August, 26 2011 at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art from 8 pm-10pm located at 5905 Wilshire Boulevard in the Los Angeles area. The screening will be held in the Dorothy Collins Brown Amphitheater in the park behind the museum. The Tim Burton’s Free Film Screening will be featuring “Alice in Wonderland” starring Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, Anne Hathaway and more! You can even bring your own chairs and have a picnic in the park. How cool is that! For more information regarding the Tim Burton’s Free Film Screening please visit the link provided: http://www.lacma.o...
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By Ralph Gorgoglione, California and Hawaii Real Estate (310) 497-9407
(Metro Life Homes)
  If you are a big Hollywood buff and love the history that made Hollywood famous, then a day trip to the Hollywood Museum in Los Angeles, California is just what the doctor ordered! The Hollywood Museum is located in the historic Max Factor Building located at 1660 N. Highland Avenue in the City of Angels. The Hollywood Museum houses over 10,000 Hollywood treasures and has the most extensive collection of Hollywood memorabilia in the world. This really cool museum has four floors of Hollywood memorabilia exhibits for every one of all ages to enjoy and step back into time, so they too are able get a glimpse of a more glamorous time in classic Hollywood, California! For more information regarding the Hollywood Museum please visit the link provided: http://www.thehollywoodmuseum.com/ Soun...
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By Ralph Gorgoglione, California and Hawaii Real Estate (310) 497-9407
(Metro Life Homes)
  If you are in the mood for delicious cuisine and not sure where to go, then a trip to the Pacific Dining Car in Los Angeles, California is a must! The Pacific Dining Car is located at 1310 W. 6th Street in Los Angeles, California. The Pacific Dining Car has been around since 1921 and owned by Fred and Grace Cook. Their vision was to have their restaurant stand for quality not quantity. Now with the restaurant being owned by four generations of Cooks, the name and restaurant still represents quality and fine dining at its finest. The Pacific Dining Car offers so many exquisite entrées that will tantalize your palate and tickle your taste buds! The best part is that if you get a hankering for a nice juicy steak, in the middle night, the Pacific Dining Car is opened 24 hours. For more in...
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By Michael Jacobs, Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393
  Monterey Hills, CA --- A Great Place To Live --- Leasing Opportunities Today Monterey Hills is a planned community within the city of Los Angeles but remains somewhat unknown despite its convenient location.  Close to Downtown Los Angeles, Pasadena/San Gabriel Valley, Glendale/Burbank/San Fernando Valley and the Westside.  Many employees and medical residents at the USC Health Science Campus on Mission Road find the Monterey Hills community an ideal location. I have sold units to students and/or their parents who believe this is a wise short and sometimes a long term investment.  If you are not ready to buy, Monterey Hills offers some lease opportunities as well. The Monterey Hills community's first properties opened in 1979 with Bradley Court the community's newest development constr...
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By Jenny Durling, For Los Angeles real estate help 213-215-4758
(L.A. Property Solutions)
  1973 Redesdale Ave Silver Lake -The Jenkyns House The Jenkyns House, at 1973 Redesdale Avenue in Silver Lake was conceived by Josef Van der Kar in 1960.  Currently on its third owners, the The Jenkyns House is a prime example of modernist architecture and carries many of the traits made famous by the architect.  Punctuated by walls of glass, open living spaces and a brick wall fireplace, it is easily recognizable as one of Van der Kar’s works.  Josef Van der Kar was a second-generation modernist known both for his political activism as well as his architecture. In the early 40’s, “Van” as he was known to friends, collaborated with fellow architect Gregory Ain (some of whose creations can also be found in Silver Lake) on a postwar housing project.  The ‘Community Homes” project was to ...
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By Jane Peters, Los Angeles real estate concierge services
(Home Jane Realty)
A call will come in on a particular Los Angeles rental property, and by the time I make the call to the listing agent, it has already been leased.  You just can't get there fast enough. I have discussed this with several of my fellow Los Angeles real estate agents and they are all seeing the same pattern.  We are doing more business with Los Angeles rental properties than buying and selling right now.  And they don't stay on the shelf. This is more prevalent in the up to $3,000 price range, and decreases somewhat as you go up.  So, if you are moving to Los Angeles, downsizing your Los Angeles home,  or simply making a change in your living arrangements, don't hesitate when something comes on the market.  Be ready to see the home before it is gone. Be sure you are clear with your real es...
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By Jane Peters, Los Angeles real estate concierge services
(Home Jane Realty)
Enough of the jokes.L.A. is number one on the list of cities that take care of their carless citizens.  Yes, you heard me, L.A.  Los Angeles!This per a study conducted by the Brookings Institute which compared 100 of the largest cities with the most residents without cars and access to public transit.  Then it ranked them as to the ones that effectively reached those residents and delivered them to their destination.Surprisingly, Los Angeles offers the ability for people to get on a bus and get to work quite easily.The report doesn't say that it will get you to work quickly.  In fact, 36% of residents will be stuck in the gridlock for which L.A. is best known.  Wonder why L.A. beat out New York.  It was a percentage thing.  While many more New Yorkers don't own cars than Los Angeleans, ...
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By Michael Jacobs, Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393
California High Prices/Myth Smashed --- Monterey Hills Properties Under $200K Yes, California and the Los Angeles market in particular, is known for its high end and costly real estate.  There are some alternatives in the convenient Monterey Hills area within the city of Los Angeles.   Here you will find many condominiums and townhomes in an idyllic setting.  Most of the complexes offer pools, spas, recreation rooms all in a resort-like setting with mature landscaping.  Many will offer pretty hillside views plus easy access to transportation to Downtown Los Angeles, the Valleys and the Westside.    Here are four properties that are currently available under $200K in Monterey Hills: Catalina Terrace -- this one bedroom, one bath first floor unit has approximately 626 square feet and a la...
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By Ralph Gorgoglione, California and Hawaii Real Estate (310) 497-9407
(Metro Life Homes)
  As the summer season comes to an end and all the kiddies are back in school, why not have one last day of summer fun at the Family Day at the Autry Event in Los Angeles, California! The Family Day at the Autry Event will be held at the Autry National Center on Sunday, August 21, 2011 from 11 am-5 pm located at 4700 Western Heritage Way in the City of Angels. At the Family Day at the Autry Event children of all ages will have the chance to see and play with the toys and games that children played with long ago. They will get to learn how children lived and played long before the Playstation, Gameboy and the XBOX were ever invented! For more information regarding the Family Day at the Autry Event please visit the link provided: http://theautry.org/ Sounds like a great last summer blast ...
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
The Grand Condominiums at 10445 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA The Grand Condominiums are located on the prestigious Wilshire Corridor of Century City/Westwood CA. This luxurious high-rise Condominium Building has 21 stories of floor to ceiling windows to get maximum benefit of the fantastic Los Angeles views. If you like luxurious lifestyle The Grand is for you. It provides the ultimate privacy. There are Valets who bring up your car to the front entrance door. If you are coming home, they park it for you. A door man will let you in to the designer lobby with imported Italian Marble floors where a Concierge at the desk can provide you with information on anything you desire. This is truly a full service luxury building with a lap pool, spa, gym, banquet room, conference room and much m...
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By Michael Jacobs, Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393
Ol' Blue Eyes, Bleeding Dodger Blue and Heck Just Feelin' Blue Maybe because it's August.  Maybe because the Los Angeles Dodgers are not playing well.  Maybe because it seems everyone wants the McCourts(Dodger owners for those outside the sports world)to leave.   Maybe because.... and now it has been reported the family of Frank Sinatra has filed a lawsuit in Delaware against the Los Angeles Dodgers.  It appears Ol' Blue Eyes was a Dodger fan going back to the move from Brooklyn to Chavez Ravine in 1958.   The family of Mr Sinatra has joined a lawsuit, in essence, wanting season ticket holders to have a say in the operation of Dodgers..... Ol' Blue Eyes, Bleeding Dodger Blue and Heck Just Feelin' Blue Maybe because it's August.  Maybe.  Just Maybe...It's because someone is bored.  Chair...
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By Andi Grant, Helping 1st time buyers and home sellers in LA!
(310-508-4354 | FirstTimeHomeBuyerRealEstate.com)
DWP Overcharging Already Struggling Homeowners with Monthly Utility Bills in the $1000ds? I spoke with a wonderful past client today who bought a home in early spring of this year in South Los Angeles area that falls under DWP (Dept of Water and Power) coverage.  During a conversation, she told me she recently received a $700 bill from DWP for her June/July usage which was a 150% increase since her last April/May bill of $280, which also seemed extraordinarily high.  This was well beyond the 15% increase consumers were informed of in recent months. She has since spoken to neighbors and they too are randomly receiving exorbitant bills from DWP and being left with the option of being forced to pay or not have continued utility service.   When my client called DWP, she spoke to both custom...
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By Irina Netchaev, Pasadena CA Real Estate
(Pasadena Views Real Estate Team, Inc.)
Originally published at PasadenaCARealEstateHomes.com. Monterey Hills California – Condos and Townhomes Monterey Hills is a community next to South Pasadena, a truly hidden gem since not too many people know about it.  It’s conveniently situated next to 110, 134, 5 and 10 freeways, making it easy to get to pretty much anywhere within Los Angeles County.  Known by USC Pharmacy students and Kaiser professionals as the place to live, it is a hill that only offers condos, townhomes and a few PUDs.   This report will provide you with an overview of the real estate market. There are 21 active single family homes for sale in Monterey Hills California ranging between $165,000 to $439,000.  8 of these Monterey Hills condos and townhomes were listed in the month of July with an average list price...
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3 Bedroom Condo For Sale In Los Angeles California 90025 features 3 Bedrooms and 3.5 Bathrooms with 1,968 Square feet.  The HOA of this 3 Bedroom Condo For Sale near Westwood Charter Elementary School keeps their HOA Dues low and includes earthquake insurance.  This 3 Bedroom Condo For Sale near Westwood Charter Elementary School features fully updated appliances and offers a lot of luxury.  1851 Veteran Avenue #301 is located in Westwood which is in the Los Angeles Unified School District, the High School is University High School and the Elementary School is Westwood Charter Elementary School.  To view this 3 Bedroom Condo For Sale near Westwood Charter Elementary School home please click the “Find Out More” link.   To schedule a private showing, or to get more information I am availa...
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By Jane Peters, Los Angeles real estate concierge services
(Home Jane Realty)
What is a short sale? If you are having a hard time paying your mortgage and owe more than the property is worth, then you may consider short selling your Los Angeles home.  What this means is that you would list the house at market price and work with prospective buyers until your come to an agreement.  Your listing agent would then approach the lender and work with them on an acceptance of the buyer’s offer. This is a long and involved process during which you would have to prove hardship, and there is no guarantee the lender will agree to the sale, even though the alternative could be foreclosure. Will there be a deficiency judgement on my Los Angeles short sale? As of January 1, 2011 Civil Code section 580e was introduced which states that on residential one to four-unit buildings t...
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