remodel: 2+2 Culver City Condo - Sophisticated Charmer
- 01/14/19 04:28 PM
13112 Summertime Lane, Culver City, CA 90230 2 bed/2 bath/916 sqft List Price $619,000 MLS #TR18295392 Sophisticated first-floor end unit in Lakeside Village that has been recently remodeled with new kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms, flooring, lighting, paint and hardware. This sought-after corner unit does not share common walls with neighbors, is in a secluded location in the rear of the complex, has easy access to the parking lot, the subterranean garage (2 tandem spots with this unit, #3 and #4), and the elevators. The master bedroom has 2 large mirrored closets and ensuite bathroom. The bright and open living room has a fireplace, features natural light and looks … (2 comments)
remodel: 5 Online Ways I Find Good Contractors Near Me for Home Repairs
- 04/29/16 05:56 AM
I've talked before about how hard it can be finding a good contractors for home repairs. Let me correct that statement,Find contractors near me for home repairs finding GREAT contractors. For people who know what I do, this is probably the most often asked question. How do you find reasonable, reliable and reputable contractors when you are remodeling a house? Whether you are selling your house or plan on living there forever, you want to know that the home repairs were done well and for a reasonable price. There are many ways to find great contractors, such as asking your friends. But … (0 comments)
remodel: The 5 Costliest Repairs to Older Homes
- 04/28/15 07:06 AM
In Los Angeles County, there are hundreds of homes that have passed the 100-year old mark. Of course, with age comes costly home repairs. Oftentimes, owners of older homes may not be prepared for the different types of damage that happen over time. The major areas of expensive repairs are: foundation termite roof plumbing electrical Foundation DamageDoes your floor slope? Are there cracks in the walls or ceiling? Those are the biggest hints that you probably have foundation damage. Foundation repair is very costly and is much more likely to happen in an older home when the standards for the strength of a … (2 comments)
remodel: 5 Major Risks of Being an Owner-Builder
- 04/27/15 09:24 AM
What does "Owner-Builder" Mean?If you were thinking about being your own general contractor, or what is otherwise known as being an "owner-builder", you should consider these risks before you start on your next remodel project. The term basically describes a situation where you, the homeowner, serve as your own general contractor. As an owner-builder, you, not anyone you hire, assume all responsibility for the entire job. I've experienced the financial devastation of projects gone wrong. In fact, we buy houses with incomplete projects because a regular sale is out of the question. Lenders won't lend on houses with unfinished remodeling. Risk #1 - Extra Legal ResponsibilitesYou … (0 comments)
remodel: 5 Top Tips To Keep on Top of Contractors
- 04/24/15 06:32 AM
Time for Home ImprovementsIt's springtime in Los Angeles, so many of us homeowners will start home improvement projects that we've put off the rest of the year. I will say that in Southern California, we don't really have an excuse to not start a project any time of the year because of the weather. But, nonetheless, it is a great time to start any home improvement project. Before you start, the California contractors State license Board will help you get started in the right way. There are 5 top tips to make sure your home improvement project goes the right way. Licensing and Insurance. The first and most important, is … (6 comments)
remodel: Craftsman Before & After - Temple City, CA
- 10/28/14 06:41 AM
This past summer I purchased a unique craftsman property in Temple City. Near 2 of my favorite cities, Pasadena and Arcadia, Temple City has always been on my radar. From the quiet tree-lined streets to the highly coveted school district, I knew it would be a great area to work in. Just short of being 90 years old, the property was in need of some serious TLC. From foundation bolting and asbestos siding removal to all of the usual cosmetic finishes, no corner was left untouched. The biggest hurdle we experienced with this project though was time. In order to stay true to the craftsman style of the home, … (4 comments)
remodel: Before Remodeling, Always Get 3 Bids
- 10/10/14 05:07 AM
As you might have guessed from the name of my website, JenniferBuysHouses.com, I buy houses. I’ve had the pleasure of meeting hundreds of homeowners in every situation you can imagine. Many of the properties I buy require replacing old roofs, HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical, and windows. You name it, it probably needs to be replaced. Whether it’s one of those items or many of them, I’ve had to deal with many subcontractors who do the actual repairs or replacement. So, when I hear that a homeowner is toying with the idea of fixing up a property themselves before selling, I … (3 comments)
remodel: Why This Altadena Homeowner Sold to Me
- 03/26/14 06:34 AM
I purchased a 1924 tudor-style home in Altadena, CA from a homeowner who had inherited his childhood home. As I see too often, there were family "friends" living in the property, rent free, and to say they weren't taking care of the property is an understatement.
Click here to see the rest of the story and before & after pictures … (0 comments)
remodel: Top 3 Upgrades to Consider Before Listing on the MLS
- 11/07/13 01:03 AM
Selling your home is not as easy as you might want it to be, even in today’s market. In fact, it can be downright hard when your home doesn’t have all of the benefits and upgrades that other active properties in the area offer. For this reason, many people consider upgrading their home before they sell, feeling they can recoup the money on their investment by getting a higher price for the home. While this can work, you have to make sure you are choosing the right upgrades for your property. Listed below are the top three upgrades I feel are usually … (3 comments)
remodel: Before & After in Altadena, CA
- 10/18/13 02:16 AM
We purchased this Altadena property in the fall of 2012. It was on a very quaint street, which Altadena and Pasadena are full of. Neighborhoods in these areas are famous for their character, so we had our work cut out for us. The project went relatively smoothly, with the exception of the countless city inspections that took place. Getting a simple permit sign-off on a new heater turned into getting permits for numerous items, including fixes we didn't even do (the past homeowner did them years ago). One of the most frustrating hiccups were the two front windows, that again we … (2 comments)
remodel: Before & After Photos - Gregory Ain Mid-Century Modern
- 09/27/13 05:37 AM
This is a project we worked on a few years ago in Altadena, CA. We don't come across mid-century modern homes often, so this was a really fun one for us! My favorite features were the refinished concrete floors and the kitchen!
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remodel: Torrance Flip - Before & After Pics
- 08/27/13 09:25 AM
It was an absolute pleasure working with this seller. This was the home she grew up in and eventually inherited. Unfortunately, she inherited some bad tenants along with it. She wanted and needed out, with as little hassle as possible.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE PHOTOS Staging by www.MovingMountainsDesign.com … (3 comments)
remodel: Pending Foreclosure in Historic Pasadena (Before & After)
- 08/07/13 04:06 AM
Seller had hopes of one day fixing up this home in North Pasadena Heights historical district. Unfortunately, money was tight but we were able to work out a deal before the home was foreclosed upon.
13112 Summertime Lane, Culver City, CA 90230
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