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Posted on 11/22/2020

Image by JayMantri from Pixabay Reality TV shows captured the entrepreneurial imaginations of everyday people that anyone with cash and determination can turn a profit remodeling blighted homes. While profitable home-flipping tends to be more difficult than celebrities make it seem, one niche group appears to have a secret recipe for success — Flipsters. The term “Flipster” is...

Flipping

Property

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Posted on 11/15/2020

Get Ready to List Your Home

Listing a home may prove to be challenging, particularly for a first-time house seller. Fortunately, there are lots of things you can do to prepare for the housing market. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you get ready to list your home. 1. Upgrade Your Home's Curb Appeal How your home looks to prospective buyers...

Selling Your Home

Tips On Selling

Posted on 11/08/2020

What to Do When the Previous Owner Comes Back

Photo by JayMantri via Pixabay When you buy a new-to-you home, foremost on your mind is changing everything to make it yours. You paint the inside and even remodel the kitchen. A priority is removing the old carpet and installing new flooring. Lower on the list are changes to the exterior, but they are on the list. If...

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Posted on 11/01/2020

How to Use Native Stones for a Rustic Walkway

Image by Nancy Buron from Pixabay If you're like many homeowners who prefer a natural landscape plan, your outdoor living space undoubtedly features lush vegetation and bright, blooming flowers. However, you might also have the sense that something is missing but can't quite put your finger on what it might be. If this describes you, the missing element...

Posted on 10/31/2020

Another Property Sold - 1900 Vine Street #103, Los Angeles, CA 90068

Priced to Sell! Hollywood Hills jewel nestled in the hills above Franklin, in the historic Hollywood Dell neighborhood. Completely remodeled with a designer's touch, this unique and large first-floor unit is completely updated and ready for immediate move in. Enjoy the peace and tranquility of the hills one day; delve into the Hollywood night-life the next! Over 1500 sq. ft living space, some of the features include: An open floor plan with views of Hollywood Hills; Newer kitchen with breakfast nook and counter seating with plenty of cabinets, newer tile floors & granite counter-tops; Stainless steel appliances include refrigerator,...

Posted on 10/25/2020

Save Money by Removing Old Carpet Yourself

Photo by Rodrigo Souza from Pexels Want to reveal that hardwood under your carpet? Or maybe you're ready to lay down new flooring? In either case, carpet removal by a professional adds significant cost to the project. Fortunately, removing carpet is something you can do yourself with minimal cost. It does require a little upper body strength and...

Posted on 10/20/2020

Video Tour - 466 Milford Street #12, Glendale, CA 91203

Great opportunity to own a wonderful condo with amazing views located in a prime location in red hot Glendale. This desirable unit is within minutes to the Glendale Galleria, Americana and downtown Glendale where you will find shopping, restaurants and entertainment. Centrally located just off the 134 and 5 freeways, it is in close proximity to downtown Los Angeles, Burbank, and the San Fernando Valley. This light and bright unit is located on the top 3rd floor and consists of 2 nicely sized bedrooms, 1 full bath and a second vanity off the master bedroom. It might be possible to add a second toilet to make it 1.5 bath unit with the approval...

Posted on 10/20/2020

466 Milford Street #12, Glendale, CA 91203 is now new to the market!

Great opportunity to own a wonderful condo with amazing views located in a prime location in red hot Glendale. This desirable unit is within minutes to the Glendale Galleria, Americana and downtown Glendale where you will find shopping, restaurants and entertainment. Centrally located just off the 134 and 5 freeways, it is in close proximity to downtown Los Angeles, Burbank, and the San Fernando Valley. This light and bright unit is located on the top 3rd floor and consists of 2 nicely sized bedrooms, 1 full bath and a second vanity off the master bedroom. It might be possible to add a second toilet to make it 1.5 bath unit with the approval...

Posted on 10/18/2020

Streamline Your House Search

If you want to streamline your home search, there is no need to worry. In fact, there are several things you can do to quickly and effortlessly discover a great house at a budget-friendly price. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you streamline your search for your ideal house. 1. Create Homebuying Criteria Homebuying criteria...

Posted on 10/11/2020

How Smart Locks Work (and Whether They're Worth It)

Image by Bryan Santos from Pixabay Smart locks aren't exactly all the rage in California yet, but there's no doubt that they follow the trends of the day. After all, when everything is on your phone already, why not put your house key on it too? This new technology is convenient, and it can put you one step...

Smart Home Technology

Home Improvement

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Posted on 10/07/2020

Video Tour - 1015 Alcalde Way, Glendale, CA 91207

Rare opportunity to own an amazing peaceful and tranquil family home in highly desirable Royal Canyon. Situated on an oversized 16,000 sq. ft. lot nestled high on a tree lined private cul de sac, this single story beauty is light & bright with an open floorplan, recently remodeled and upgraded while maintaining its character appeal. Walk in the front entrance to an oversized formal living room with a fireplace opening up to the formal dining room. The recently remodeled chef's kitchen features a nice sized center island, stainless steel high-end appliances, coffee/expresso station, plenty of cabinet space opening up to an amazing...

Posted on 10/07/2020

1015 Alcalde Way, Glendale, CA 91207 is now new to the market!

Rare opportunity to own an amazing peaceful and tranquil family home in highly desirable Royal Canyon. Situated on an oversized 16,000 sq. ft. lot nestled high on a tree lined private cul de sac, this single story beauty is light & bright with an open floorplan, recently remodeled and upgraded while maintaining its character appeal. Walk in the front entrance to an oversized formal living room with a fireplace opening up to the formal dining room. The recently remodeled chef's kitchen features a nice sized center island, stainless steel high-end appliances, coffee/expresso station, plenty of cabinet space opening up to an amazing...