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Posted on 09/20/2020
Are Your Green Home Improvements Welcomed in Your Neighborhood ?
Photo by Maria Godfrida via Pixabay For a homeowner who wants to make green improvements and renovations to their personal property, the Conditions, Covenants & Restrictions, or CC&Rs, of the local homeowner association can pose problems that cost time, money and freedom of choice. This is especially true for homeowners who wish to make structural or aesthetic changes...
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Posted on 09/13/2020
Should you Turn off your Electricity When you Vacation to Save on Utilities?
Photo by Clint Patterson via Unsplash It sounds like a great idea -- turn off your electricity entirely when you go on vacation and you'll dramatically slash your electric bills. While this works in theory, there are some considerations that make shutting everything down problematic for homeowners. Learning more about your options allows you to conserve energy wisely,...
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Posted on 09/06/2020
How to Make Common Home Cleaners
Photo by Monfocus via Pixabay Homemade cleaning solutions aren't just effective. They're also free of irritating chemicals, gentle on delicate surfaces, and easy on the environment. Here are a few recipes for making your own cleaning solutions. Natural Wood Polish This is a classic mix: In a small cup, mix one part olive oil to one part lemon...
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Posted on 08/30/2020
Foolproof Steps to Creating an Outdoor Kitchen
Photo by Allison Gillett via Pixabay You can create a stunning outdoor kitchen using basic components and pulling things together over time. Entertaining outdoors has become so popular that supplies and materials for cooking are easy to come by in a variety of price points. Follow the steps below to make the most of the process. Foolproof Steps...
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Posted on 08/23/2020
Improve Curb Appeal with a DIY Walkway
Photo by Craig Tidball on Unsplash It's probably much easier and less expensive than you realize to improve your home's curb appeal. Simple fixes such as replacing rickety porch railings or giving trim a fresh, bright coat of paint go a long way toward making prospective home buyers smile. And when you create a welcoming pathway, that leads...
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Posted on 08/16/2020
Minimize Your Output and Still Have a Beautiful Garden
Photo by Manfred Richter via PixabayIf you're like many homeowners who are busy with work and family obligations, you love the thought of your outdoor living space serving as a personal sanctuary during the occasional moments when you manage to get some downtime. However, it may also be true that the time you spend in your yard and...
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Posted on 09/08/2020
Video Tour - 2109 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Beautiful unit available for lease in the much desirable area of Echo Park. Unit features 4 bedrooms + 3 bathrooms. New hardwood floors throughout the house, beautifully renovated bathrooms and fresh paint. Unit amenities include central heat and air conditioning, stainless steel appliances, with washer and dryer in unit. Parking spot is located in the back alley and ample parking on the street. Unit is just a few minutes away from shopping, dining, and...
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Posted on 09/08/2020
2109 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90026 is now new to the market!
Beautiful unit available for lease in the much desirable area of Echo Park. Unit features 4 bedrooms + 3 bathrooms. New hardwood floors throughout the house, beautifully renovated bathrooms and fresh paint. Unit amenities include central heat and air conditioning, stainless steel appliances, with washer and dryer in unit. Parking spot is located in the back alley and ample parking on the street. Unit is just a few minutes away from shopping, dining, and...
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Posted on 08/26/2020
Another Property Sold - 15451 Varden Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty - DRE# 01270052
Dramatic & expansive stunning Tuscan Villa sited south of Ventura Blvd. Privacy abounds in this 2009 build hacienda retreat. This gem has an expansive lot with an abundance of mature landscaping that lend to the resort feel. The large & open living areas favor an entertainer's floor plan from the formal living room, to the formal dining & into the casual great room which opens to the yard. The fit & finish of the entire home is ultra-custom. There is ¾ inch Brazilian Wide-Planked Walnut hardwood throughout the entire home. Custom Tailored gorgeous Chef's Kitchen with Viking appliances (8 burner stove), dual ovens &...
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Posted on 08/25/2020
Another Property Rented - 3304 Casitas Avenue #1/2, Los Angeles, CA 90039
Listed by Nourmand & Associates-HW - DRE# 01465377
2 Newly REMODELED 1bed + 1bath Atwater Village units. Walking distance to restaurants & shopping. Easy transportation, and ample parking on street. These Farmhouse Modern units each feature NEW hardwood Flooring, NEW kitchen cabinets, NEW appliances and In-Unit washer/dryer. Spacious living room and bedroom with closet and large linen closet. Interior photos are of Unit 3304, the mirror image of unit 3304 1/2. ...
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Posted on 08/24/2020
Another Property Sold - 18219 Coastline Drive #1, Malibu, CA 90265
Listed by Sotheby's International Realty - DRE# 02005209
Incredible opportunity to own a turn key, beautifully furnished 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, corner townhouse near The Getty Villa and one block from the beach. Enjoy spectacular 180 degree ocean, coastline, Queen's necklace, and Catalina Island views from most rooms and your sunny balcony. Recently updated, features include french oak hardwood floors, open living space with large balcony off of the living room, granite counters, closet organizers, stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting, flat screen HD TV, built in speakers, ceiling fans, and BBQ. One car carport assigned parking. Enjoy the ocean breezes, sunrises and sunsets from this...
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Posted on 08/22/2020
Another Property Sold - 18219 Coastline Drive #2, Malibu, CA 90265
Listed by Sotheby's International Realty - DRE# 02005209
Incredible Coastline Views from this bright, south-facing 2 bedroom/2 bath Townhouse in close-in Malibu. Enjoy ocean breezes from your private patio overlooking the ocean blue by day and the twinkling city lights by night. Ideal location offers beach access just a block away and all the conveniences of the city, minutes away. Updated interior features travertine tile floors upstairs, custom wooden doors with hidden hinges, elegant modern glass staircase banister, sliding glass doors, recessed LED lighting and a large kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Stainless Hansgrohe fixtures, rainshower and floor to ceiling...
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