My New Home away from Home!

photo courtesy of Jade MillsMost of you close to me know that I have recently moved to Coldwell Banker to work alongside Jade Mills.  A Beverly Hills agent who I have admired and respected over the years.

I am delighted to be working with such an amazing person! Someone who is well respected by her peers, commands integrity, and will help transcend me to the next level.

 

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Come see a Spectacular Home this Sunday from 1-4:00

photo courtesy of Jade Mills/The MLSI’ll be sitting this Newly built gated Tuscan Villa located in prime Beverly Hills Flats on Sunday. This magnificent home seamlessly combines modern luxury with the elegance of a grand Italian Villa. Quality construction, rich detail, & elegant execution of design. Smart home Crestron system. Formal entry to center hall that connects the generous public rooms including formal living room, formal dining room, & spacious family room. Also on the main level is an exquisite wood-paneled library, powder room, butler’s pantry, & fabulous gourmet kitchen. 2nd level features a den off the main landing, 3 family bedroom suites, & luxurious master suite with fireplace, large patio overlooking the backyard, custom walk-in closet, & opulent bath. The spectacular lower level offers exceptional space for recreation & entertainment including wine cellar, game room, family room, full bar, sauna & shower, full bath, laundry room, & amazing movie theater. Beautiful backyard with covered patio, fireplace, lawn, pool & spa.

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Cute Home! Cute Location! Good Buy!

photo courtesy of Robert GrandinettiSaw this home today and wanted to share. Delightful 3 bedroom and 2 bath home in the highly sought after Beverly Grove neighborhood. Situated on a gated and hedged corner lot, this property offers a private oasis and is walking distance to Melrose and Beverly shops, restaurants, the Grove and Beverly Center. Completely rebuilt in 2002, this turn-key home has an open floor plan that is light and bright with great Southern exposure. the main living space has gleaming hardwood floors, a wood burning fireplace and sliding doors that open to a beautiful patio and meticulously landscaped yard complete with a raised vegetable garden. The Master suite is spacious with two large closets and a travertine tiled bathroom with spa tub. 2 additional bedrooms both with ample closet space and a second full bath complete this pristine home. There is also a garage and off street parking for 3 cars.

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A Good Bargain comes not too Often.

courtesy of The MLS This condo situated on North Olive Rd is conveniently located, spacious, clean and a standard sale!  Located in an attractive building.

The drawbacks however, only 1 bathroom and community laundry.

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Open House Sunday Oct 23rd 2-5:00!

Yea I’m back!

So, I took a little hiatus from blogging.  It felt good. But I missed it. So I thought this would be a great way to re-introduce myself to the world of Blogging.

I’ll be sitting this beautiful home tomorrow looking for you, the Buyer, to walk right in. Come visit me between 2-5:00. See you tomorrow.

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Saving your Home! Digging out of your Financial Problems

photo courtesy of supertoid.com

photo courtesy of supertoid.com

Struggling Homeowners find help

MortgageKeeper’s database is rich with 6,000 resources nationwide that can help financially strapped borrowers dig out from under their problems-if borrowers only knew about them.

It’s no secret that many homeowners are finding it difficult to pay their bills these days.  But when it comes to your Mortgage, you will do almost anything to not miss that payment. This article found in the LA Times by Lew Sichelman unearths community services available to you.

MortgageKepper is the “Hub” of all the resources available to you and maintains a database of local resources who are reputable, and fully qualified to help those in need.  You just have to ask.

There are a lot non-profits and government agencies that want to help with financial and personal challenges.

And even if your mortgage servicer is not affiliated with MortgageKeeper, it’s likely you’ll be able to reach a counseling agency that can help.

 

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A Good Find in West Hollywood!

photo courtesy of Solid State Los Angeles

I certainly have seen my share of properties and it’s hard to come across a good one. But every now & then, I do.  I had the pleasure of having a sneak peek at this beauty and you can too.

Joaquin Garcia introduces 701 Westbourne in 90069. Listed for $729,00(and not yet listed in the MLS), it’s a 2BD/1.5BA on a ~5,600 s/f lot. A well laid-out home, nicely updated with a large rear patio and backyard in the Tri-West area of West Hollywood. In close distance to the trendy upscale shopping, Urth Caffe & Le Pain Quotidien…..just to name a few.  Contact Joaquin at 310.777.2807

 

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Mortgage Interest Deduction

Changes to the MID could Destroy the Middle Class

Significant financial implications could be knocking at your door because of Congress’ new federal debt ceiling plan. If you own your home and value the Mortgage Interest Deduction(MID), you NEED to take a few minutes to read this Article found in the LA Times to better understand how it will impact YOU and home ownership.

The housing market, still trying to stabilize after years of spiraling downward and record foreclosures, finds itself facing yet another challenge. The elimination of the MID could be detrimental to millions of homeowners and an unbearable crutch to the housing market.

Homeownership Tax Benefits Must Be Preserved, Say Realtors®

Any changes to the mortgage interest deduction now or in the future could threaten recent progress toward stabilizing the housing market, critically erode home prices and values, destroy middle-class wealth accumulation and hurt economic growth. -NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun

Regardless of where the MID is headed, it is without a doubt something you need to follow. You need to be well versed on who to contact in Congress and not become complacent. “IT” could very well be one of the biggest threats to home ownership we have seen in the past 25 years.

 

 

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New Listing! Adorable Little Home in NoHo!

This is the perfect starter home! Located at 6634 Babcock Ave on a quiet cul-de-sac, this ~840 s/f, 2BD/1BA home is an updated traditional in the Valley Glen Council jurisdiction. The Spotless home offers new paint & carpet throughout. The living room has access to a large covered patio and there is a dining area. A Sunny, completely remodeled kitchen w/granite counter tops, maple cupboards, double-sink w/garb disposal, gas range, dishwasher and laundry hook-ups. Bathroom has been completely updated w/new tiling around tub/shower combo, new floor, toilet, sink, fixtures, lighting & window. New sprinkler system in front & back yard, and back yard is walled in. New copper piping and sewer main are approx 3 years old. Completing the home is a massive 2-car garage with ample built-in storage space. All this and a Walk Score of 85!

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“Hooray for Hollywood” Building Sale!

The Hollywood Reporter announced yesterday the sale of the former “TV Guide Hollywood Center” building located in Hollywood.

It will be the largest commercial real estate transaction in years reports the Guide.

Let’s see what the new owner has in m ind for the space.  Any updating will be greatly appreciated amongst the many new face lifts surrounding it.  Hollywood is still blossoming!

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