Monthly Archives: September 2007

Mortgage Woes? Is the Sky Falling?

There certainly has been some major changes over the last few months in the mortgage industry.  The LA Times enlightens us with saying, “The term “mortgage meltdown” has become so commonplace that borrowers might assume that this is a tough … Continue reading

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Rent Control? Are you controlled?

If you’re wondering whether or not your home/apartment is under rent control, you can call the city of Los Angeles Housing Department M-F at 866.557.7368. 

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Knowsey Neighbors Forum. Neighbors in the Know!

  OK folks, here it is.  A way for you to tell our subscribers why your neighborhood is the best!  What makes it hot and what’s the latest scoop(and we’re not just talking ice cream here)?  Although Jamie and I can … Continue reading

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Ever Wonder where Your HOA Dues Go?

One cat’s upkeep isn’t worth a fight Question(scroll to the middle of the page):I just found out that my homeowner association condominium fees have been used to feed a feral cat that resides in the front yard of my condo. … Continue reading

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Just Another Sunday!

So I accomplished yet another open house today for my clients.  It went well.  A steady flow of people meandering through, talking, asking questions:  How’s the building? Does it have a pool? Where are the parking spots?  I answer them … Continue reading

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Why it seems so “Unfair!”

Can it be that at the most difficult times in your life, you often find that the world seems to be against you?  Ahem, I know you all can certainly relate.

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Capital Gains Tax-3 Strikes and You’re NOT Out!

Sometimes I come across articles in the LA Times that are worth mentioning here on the Blog.  After all, it’s worth knowing when not to be short-changed. Robert Bruss: Inman News writes: Three exceptions to two-year rule. Question: My wife and I … Continue reading

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Foreclosures? Know your market area!

I won’t even attempt to touch upon this one myself.  You can read about it here: “And now for Good Mortgage Statistics.”

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Do Your Homework when House Hunting!

Having no homework sure would have been “drab” for me back in the day.  As much as I loved going for ice cream, I couldn’t wait for the assignment to come my way.  Yea right? But apparently Eileen Horowitz, the head … Continue reading

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Cho is Sensuous!

I attended last evening Margaret Cho’s Sensuous Woman show at the Village and I have to say it was something spectacular.A burlesque-style show was not what I was expecting.  In fact, I thought it was another one-woman stand up comedy … Continue reading

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