Homeowners Association
Comparing the cost of maintaining a single-family home versus a townhome with an HOA can be a complex task, as the cost of both will vary depending on a number of factors, such as the size of the home, location, and energy efficiency. However, ...
Preventative Home Maintenance
Preventive maintenance isn’t glamorous. But the payoff can be huge. There is nothing like a well-maintained home. This does not mean everything has to be the latest and the greatest. A well-maintained home not only saves you thousands, it wil...
Clean Clean Clean
Often times potential homeowners are overwhelmed when an agent walks in the door and starts spouting off a laundry list of things to do to get a home ready for sale. I like to provide a practical list, but even this can cause a seller distres...
When you should call a plumber
If you’ve ever tried to tackle a plumbing problem yourself, then you know it can be a daunting task. From clogged toilets to faulty fixtures, there are many DIY projects that can quickly become overwhelming. But when is it time to call in the...
Gadgets for Seniors
This is an article featured in AARP magazine. Several of these items would be good for any age, no matter how old you are. If I still had a land line, I would absolutely splurge on the spam blocker. Too bad they have not developed a great one...
South Pasadena Peacocks
They're loud, they're proud — these peacocks are getting the boot If you live in Shadow Hills, peacocks are an everyday occurrence. They are as much a part of the landscape as the horses you'll see walking up and down the streets. But why...
Popular La Crescenta homes & More
When you are talking about the housing market, it's important not to generalize and say the market is terrible, the market is dropping. Although rates have increased, some markets have not been as affected as others. When considering a purchase...
Off Shore Wind Turbines
Offshore wind farms are coming to the Pacific and Atlantic Ocean. Are our Oceans going to look like we just arrived in Palm Desert, CA.? When driving into Palm Springs, California, from Los Angeles along Interstate 10, the first sign that you�...