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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
My latest version of a corn chowder with clams... I have been a huge fan of fresh corn and other ingredients to make the Chowder. This time I decided instead of the canned minced clams why not go with the Wild For clam meat version.All I can say is once you switch to this you will never go back to the canned minced clams.You can actually taste the clams, and it was a hit. Tonight's easy dinner, since I had a really challenging day. Some day I might post about it. In the mean time enjoy the Clam/Corn Chowder. Wishing you a safe and healthy life and I look forward to your comments. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, focused and goal-oriented Realtor in the Beverly Hills area who will help you achieve your Real Estate goals, please reach out to me directly! If you are looking for a pe...
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
Just for fun: I do not mind sharing our oranges with the Squirrels what I mind is if they are wasting the oranges.Well, see for yourself.I make fresh squeezed orange juice every other day and Diane I love drinking it. Now days here to get a quart like I squeeze can cost anywhere from $5.99 to $8.99 and for me it is 20 minutes, worth of work. I hate waste, I guess I grew up with parents who were born before or during the depression and I learned to be frugal about certain things.Wishing you a safe and healthy life and I look forward to your comments. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, focused and goal-oriented Realtor in the Beverly Hills area who will help you achieve your Real Estate goals, please reach out to me directly! If you are looking for a pet friendly Beverly Hills Realto...
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
Now in all fairness, I am always wondering who comes up with these National Days... I had to smile because in our home for the past 29 years it has been National Pet Day every day not just on April 11th:) What are your thoughts about this subject? Either way our pets appreciate that we treat them every day with love and kindness. They in turn give us the same love and affection. Wishing you a safe and healthy life and I look forward to your comments. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, focused and goal-oriented Realtor in the Beverly Hills area who will help you achieve your Real Estate goals, please reach out to me directly! If you are looking for a pet friendly Beverly Hills Realtor who can handle and sell the most difficult properties that no one else could, please reach out to m...
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
Friday for good Catholic is always fish for dinner... I have grown up as an Altar Boy, Catholic Grammar Schools and Catholic High School. Diane has grown up as a good Italian Catholic so having Fish on Friday is pretty much an understood.Instead of the standard baked/fried fish sticks and baked/fried potatoes I opted for baked Salmon with baked vegies and mashed potatoes. So, what did you have for dinner tonight? Wishing you a safe and healthy life and I look forward to your comments. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, focused and goal-oriented Realtor in the Beverly Hills area who will help you achieve your Real Estate goals, please reach out to me directly! If you are looking for a pet friendly Beverly Hills Realtor who can handle and sell the most difficult properties that no on...
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By Richard Ruggaber, California Real Estate - (818) 422-5035
(Metro Life Homes)
I have a  friend who holds a Real Estate license that has reached the point that she needs to sell her home.  She is struggling finacially on social security and beginning to have a number of health issues.  This week I spent the afternoon and evening at her home going through boxes, cleaning the garage, filling recycle and trash cantainers.  Helped her with some of the staging of the house.  There is still more to be done and I will head back there to help her again before she puts her for sale sign up.
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By Jane Peters, Los Angeles real estate concierge services
(Home Jane Realty)
There is a new listing on the Wilshire Corridor at The Westford, 10750 Wilshire Blvd. This is a 2 bed 2 bath, 1,561 sq. ft. unit for $595,000.  The HOA dues are $1,541 per month. 3 units have sold over the past year at a median price of $580,000.  Average days on the market were 154. There are no units under contract. 3 units are for sale for a median price of $799,000.  Average days on the market are 74. Search condos for sale on the Wilshire Corridor at The Westford
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By Richard Ruggaber, California Real Estate - (818) 422-5035
(Metro Life Homes)
  Enjoy some fun events at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. The Staple Center is a world class sports arena and entertainment center of the world. The Staples Center is home to four professional sports franchises, the Los Angeles Lakers, Clippers, Kings and Sparks. One of the upcoming events is L.A. Lakers vs. Portland Trail Blazers on November 7, 2010 starting at 6:30 pm. Also coming in January 27, 2012 at 8:00 pm is the “Michael Jackson the Immortal World Tour” by Cirque Du Soleil.  For more information regarding the Staples Center please visit the link below: http://www.staplescenter.com/index.php Sounds like a fantastic way to spend your evenings! Go Teams!  
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By Andi Grant, Helping 1st time buyers and home sellers in LA!
(310-508-4354 | FirstTimeHomeBuyerRealEstate.com)
HOMEBUYER PROTOCOL AND GUIDELINES:  Can two walk together unless they be agreed? --Amos 3:3 When teaming up with buyers, you are in a three-legged race!  There must be teamwork and cooperation of all parties involved to make it to the finish line (closing) without a detrimental tumble or fall.   Years ago when I was a new agent, I had submitted an offer and for whatever reason, the listing agent seemed to have the inside information on my buyers.  He knew how much my buyers were qualified for, how soon they were looking to move and why they were looking to buy in that particular area.  He knew the Who, What, When, Where and How of my buyers.  How could this be?  I questioned my buyers as to whether or not they knew the agent personally.  They were certain they didn't recognize the name....
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By Jane Peters, Los Angeles real estate concierge services
(Home Jane Realty)
There is a new listing in Century City at the Century Towers, 2220 Avenue of the Stars This is a 1 bed 1 bath, 1,255 sq. ft. unit for $540,000.  The HOA dues are $1,138 per month. 7 units have sold over the past year at a median price of $750,000.  Average days on the market was 115. There is 1 unit under contract. 12 units are for sale at the Century Towers for a median price of $1,245,000.  Average days on the market are 130. Search condos for sale and lease at Century Towers  
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By Jane Peters, Los Angeles real estate concierge services
(Home Jane Realty)
There is a new listing on the Wilshire Corridor at The Californian, 10800 Wilshire Blvd. It is a 3 bed 3.5 bath, 3,290 sq. ft. unit for $2,595,000.  The HOA dues are $3,111.19 per month. 6 units have sold at The Californian over the past year for a median price of $1,975,000.  Average days on the market were 97. One unit is under contract. There are 5 units for sale for a median price of $2,795,000.  Average days on the market are 197. Search condos for sale at The Californian on the Wilshire Corridor.    
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By Jenny Durling, For Los Angeles real estate help 213-215-4758
(L.A. Property Solutions)
Bank Approved Beachwood Canyon Short Sale in the Hollywood Hills We don't see a ton of distressed properties in the Hollywood Hills so if you've been looking for a great deal on a great home this could be the place for you.  This Beachwood Canyon Short Sale has been approved by the bank at the list price of $850,000. Unlike some distressed properties, this one looks to be in great shape. Check out the fabulous view from the living room. Nestled below the Hollywood sign, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath homes boast more than 2000sf of living space. It as a split-level, loft-like floorplan with walls of glass opening to canyon and city views. In the master suite, you'll find a cool limestone bathroom with huge soaking tub and  a custom wood-lined walk-in closet. The bedrooms feature custom wood-lin...
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
Playa Vista Condominium Market Report for October 2010. I had to go back and look at September's numbers, then I had to double check see if I did the search parameters right. I had a difficult time accepting the numbers. They were totally amazing, almost identical numbers for the month of October 2010 as for September 2010. There were 35 Active Condominiums on the Market compared to 33 the previous month. There were a total of 22 Pending Listings consisting of 11 Accepting Back Up Offers and 2 on Hold (Short Sales) and 9 Pending   compared to the previous month's 22 Pending. There were 8 Sold Condominiums for the month; yes you guessed it there were 8 Sold the month before as well. The way I see it the buyers were cautious, but steady. They see that the prices have remained low as well ...
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By COMPASS PALM SPRINGS | Stewart Penn, COMPASS Palm Springs - Broker Associate
(COMPASS)
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By Richard Ruggaber, California Real Estate - (818) 422-5035
(Metro Life Homes)
  The Orpheum Theater "Then" The Orpheum Theater Audience The Orpheum Theater Mezzanine  The Orpheum Theater Balcony Enjoy an evening at the renowned Orpheum Theater in Los Angeles, California. The Orpheum Theater opened its doors on February 15, 1926. The Orpheum Theater became a popular place for many well known celebrities such as Will Rogers and Judy Garland along with well known comedian Jack Benny. After a $3 million renovation the theater became the most restored historical movie palace in the city. For more information regarding the Orpheum Theater please visit the link below: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orpheum_Theatre_(Los_Angeles,_California) What a great way to spend an evening!
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By Richard Ruggaber, California Real Estate - (818) 422-5035
(Metro Life Homes)
      What a great piece of history we have, right in our own backyard! The Santa Fe Freight Depot was built in 1907 and designed by Harrison Albright. Mr. Albright was a pioneer in the use of reinforced concrete. The Freight Depot is located in the industrial area to the East of Downtown Los Angeles. The Santa Fe Freight Depot was built to replace an existing freight center that burned down. This amazing reinforced concrete building became a local landmark! For more information regarding the Santa Fe Freight Depot please visit the link below: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Santa_Fe_Freight_Depot Pretty neat to have such a wonderful landmark right in our own community!    
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By COMPASS PALM SPRINGS | Stewart Penn, COMPASS Palm Springs - Broker Associate
(COMPASS)
The $150 Million Spelling Mansion - The Most Expensive Listing on The CLAW MLS In August 2008 there was great interest and excitement when Candy Spelling purchased a $40 Million condo in Century City and not-so-quietly pocket-listed her Holmby Hills Mansion for $150 Million. The heir to the Aaron Spelling media fortune was "down-sizing" from a 56,000 sq ft mansion to a 16,000 sq ft condo in the sky. Last month the property was officially listed on The MLS, and is currently the most expensive listing available. The second most expensive listing currently on The MLS is in a distant second place at $75 Million - a 13-Bedroom 8-acre estate in Malibu. The Spelling Mansion is jointly listed by Sally Foster Jones of Coldwell Banker (Beverly Hills) and Richard Hilton and Jeffrey Hyland of Hilto...
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By Jane Peters, Los Angeles real estate concierge services
(Home Jane Realty)
Love him or hate him, Jon Stewart is a genius. Jane Cross and I were going to go to D.C. to the Rally to Restore Sanity.  It didn't work out.Los Angeles was one of the cities to hold a satellite event.  I wasn't sure I could get near enough to find parking.  There was plenty, so I popped in for half an hour.There was not a huge crowd, but it was diverse, and the mood was certainly elevated.  I am sure we could have done without the guy running by dressed as a marijuana leaf.
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By COMPASS PALM SPRINGS | Stewart Penn, COMPASS Palm Springs - Broker Associate
(COMPASS)
The Combined LA/Westside Multiple Listing Service has published a chart that I think is worth noting. The graph, which compares figures from August 2008 to August 2010, indicates that the number of Accepted Offers has increased while the number of Active Listings has decreased. This points to an improvement in market conditions (from a Seller's perspective).
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By Richard Ruggaber, California Real Estate - (818) 422-5035
(Metro Life Homes)
 If you are a big fan of fashion, a trip to the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising Museum in Los Angeles is a must! The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising Museum or better known as “FIDM” has been opened to the public since 1991 to view the exhibits. You are able to explore and see the past and current exhibits of fashions from previous years to present day! The FIDM Museum present two major exhibitions annually: The Art Motion Picture Costume Design and The Outstanding Art of Television Costume Design. For more information regarding the FIDM Museum please visit the link below: http://www.fidmmuseum.org/ What a great day to spend your day if you are a fashionista! 
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By Richard Ruggaber, California Real Estate - (818) 422-5035
(Metro Life Homes)
  Los Angeles, California has such a rich history as well as its unique historical buildings. You literally find yourself become so absorbed and fascinated, that you forget what era you are in. The Los Angeles Civic Center and City Hall in Los Angeles is no exception! The Los Angeles Civic Center and City Hall was completed in 1928. This incredible building was designed by John Parkinson and Albert C. Martin. The city hall was the tallest building in Los Angeles until 1964. Renovations took place for this historical building in 1998-2001, due to the 1994 Northridge earthquake. For more information regarding the Los Angeles Civic Center and City Hall please check out this link: http://www.inetours.com/Los_Angeles/Pages/Downtown_LA.html What great piece of history for Los Angeles!
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By Jane Peters, Los Angeles real estate concierge services
(Home Jane Realty)
There is a new listing on the Wilshire Corridor at The Grand.  This is a 2 bed 2 bath, 1,654 sq. ft. unit for $769,000.  The HOA dues are $1,308 per month. No units have sold at The Grand over the past month.  There are 2 units under contract. 3 units are for sale for a median price of $769,000.  Average days on the market are 419. Search condos for sale and lease at The Grand Full report of condo sales on the Wilshire Corridor
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By Sara Mehrpouyan 818.903.2040, CA- Sherman Oaks and Woodland Hills Real Estate
(Beverly & Company Properties 818-903-2040)
I Owe $100k More Than My Home is Worth, Should I Try Loan Modification or Short Sale? Los Angeles Most people's homes have lost some value in the current market. There needs to be a reason for either a loan modification or a short sale. Hardship may include: Loss of income, unemployment, relocation, divorce, medical illness etc. If you are planning on keeping the property, then a loan modification may be an option. However, you will have to have "some" income to qualify. If you are unemployed or have been denied a loan modification and do not want to keep or cannot afford to keep the property, then a short sale may be your best option to avoid foreclosure. For more information, visit my websites: www.DistressedHomeOptions.com and www.Short-Sale-Vs-Foreclosure-Help.com.                
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By Richard Ruggaber, California Real Estate - (818) 422-5035
(Metro Life Homes)
There are so many unique historical buildings in Los Angeles, California. One that really catches the eye is the Old Plaza Firehouse. The Old Plaza Firehouse was built in 1884 and is the oldest firehouse in Los Angeles. The firehouse was used as a firehouse until 1897. After that, it was used as a saloon, pool room and a cigar store. The old firehouse had been used plenty for all kinds of different uses! In the 1950’s the Old Plaza Firehouse was completely restored. This unique historical landmark was turned into a firefighting museum in 1960, which is still a museum even today. For more information regarding the Old Plaza Firehouse please check out the link below: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Los_Angeles_Plaza_Historic_District It is pretty great to have such a historical treasure in ...
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By Richard Ruggaber, California Real Estate - (818) 422-5035
(Metro Life Homes)
  Enjoy the Japanese Garden Festival at the Descanso Gardens in La Canada Flintridge, California. On Saturday and Sunday, November 6th and 7th you will be able to celebrate Japanese arts, crafts and culture with the annual Japanese Garden Festival. There will be Taiko drummers, a floral exhibit presented by the Glendale Chrysanthemum Society and so much more for all ages! Enjoy and explore the gardens themselves! Children under 4 years of age are free. For more information regarding the Japanese Garden Festival or Descanso Gardens please check out this link: http://www.descansogardens.org/ What a great way to spend the weekend!
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