Los Angeles 411: The Coop, Studio City   It's the place where chic and chicks intersect. A place where Hollywood celebrities bring their kids' just to hang out or to order the ultimate party. At The Coop, Studio City you won't find any cracked eggs, chicken wiring or hen houses; instead you'll find a pristine party place full of color and good taste to delight your senses. At The Coop parents are taken care of too. Ditch the hard park benches and lounge in style as you kick off your shoes sip a cappuccino while your kiddos have a blast in a 3,500 sq. ft. indoor/outdoor space.   The brainchild of two moms who yearned for a hip place to enjoy a little luxury and me time while giving their kids a safe and exciting place to play and party, The Coop is sure to exceed all your expectations. K... 12/08/2013

The Healthy Realtor:  Adrenal Boosting Juice Had to show 8,000 homes this week?  Stressed out over negotiations being $1.35 apart? This is a GREAT Adrenal Boost drink. You'll definitely feel the difference! Healthy and so amazingly good for you: Adrenal Boosting Juice Ingredients: 1 organic apple1 organic beet2 inch burdock root 4 stalks organic celery Directions: Wash produce well. Juice all items, stir and enjoy! Health Benefit Details: By Pina LoGiudice ND, LAc and Peter Bongiorno ND, LAc Co-Medical Directors of Inner Source Health in New York ******************* Known for decades as a liver-protective food, beets may not be the newest kid on the superfood block, but mounting research is showing why you should take another good look at this root vegetable in juiced form. Many of our ... 09/21/2013

 "I totally forgot about my Open House this weekend!!! I Need Some Last Minute Marketing...NOW!"Hey, we can get busy juggling thousands of tasks around each day and blank on our upcoming open houses. We've all been there (if you haven't, trust me you will one day)...When your in a bind or given short notice for an open house, I have the perfect 'Turn-Key' solution that will help you create custom looking flyers that will impress your sellers and buyers. From start to finish,5-8 minutes, AND without any design software or graphic design skills... I guarantee it! Here, watch this:  Hi, my name is Reuben, I'm a long time ActiveRain member and president of TurnKeyFlyers.com, Super Easy, Super Stylish, Fill-in the blanks  real estate flyer templates!! I made TurnKey Flyer Templates for busy,... 06/21/2013

       In this blog you will learn 3 things that qualify you for a home loan. Let's get ready to be on the road to home ownership and building wealth in real estate.        "I am ready to buy a home, how much do i qualify for?" This is the question i get asked all the time. Banks and mortgage companies have moved back to traditional guidelines to determine how much buyers can qualify for a home loan. I tell my clients "everybody qualifies for a mortgage loan. But, it depends on your circumstances on how much you can borrow and there are 3 basic things that qualify you for a real estate mortgage".    The 3 basic things that qualify your for a loan that are:    Income    Credit    Collateral        Income - Mostly everybody is earning some kind of income. Banks are looking for at least a ... 05/24/2013

     Tom Hernandez of the iMarketLA Team sharing on the Studio City Bargain of the Week Home for Sale! I ran out to take a look at this bargain priced home today as it is located in one of the best pockets of Studio City.  Just seconds from Ventura Blvd and the local Studio City Farmers Market, this home is in an area of more expense homes for what it is listed at. It is a bit of a remodel but what an area to be able to have a blank canvas to draw out your new dream home. The home is 2 bedrooms,  1 and half bathrooms on 1260 sq. ft. of living space. It was built in 1936, sits on a 6,251 sq.ft lot and is priced at $694,900.00.      This Property could be perfect for a developer/contractor for a tear down or that Mr. and Mrs. that want to remodel with their own design and taste.  It is a ... 05/14/2013

  Endre Barath, Jr.   (310)486-1002 Cell   www.EndreBarath.com   For All Your Real Estate Needs !   STATUS: Sold ADDRESS: 12376 Laurel Terrace DR , STUDIO CITY ,CA 91604     Add'l Photos       RESIDENTIAL LAND AREA: (73) Studio City MLS# 12-631761 MAP: 562/F6 APN: 2376-004-016 SUB: GAS: Other WATER: ELECTRIC: In Street ADP: No ZONE: LAR1 TELEPHONE: No TV/CABLE: No SEWER: In Street APX ACREAGE: N/A VIEW: No STAKED: No APX LDM: APX LSZ: 6,000/VN HORSE PROP: No BONDS/ASSESSMENTS:   ELEM: JRHS: SRHS:   DIRECTIONS: South of Ventura Blvd and West of Laurel Canyon BLvd. REMARKS: This is a fantastic vacant lot south of the Boulevard in this price point. Great for a Developer, Builder or someone who just wants to live in the neighborhood. Hillside Ordinance applies to this lot! This is a great o... 04/25/2013

It's Tom Hernandez at Keller Williams Realty, your Studio City & Valley Village expert and hardest working real estate agent keeping you up to date on quality homes in the area. I toured an exciting home in Studio City off of Moorpark and Laurel Canyon. It offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths on overs 2100 sq.ft. of living space with a large sparkling pool and deck. Home was recently updated and shows like a model! It's got a great open floor plan and perfect for that entertainer lifestyle. Touring the home you will be amazed on the size and open feel the whole home offers. The kitchen is super modern is professionally staged to make this home pop! It is priced at just under a million dollars and should sell quickly. This home is off Moorpark and Laurel Canyon and is in walking distance to Moorpa... 04/23/2013

Finally! Our MLS makes an effort towards upholding the rules........ I logged on to my MLS yesterday, only to find the following bulletin screen pop up:   I can't begin to tell you how satisfied I was to see this.  Especially since some agents still do not get the fact that with a short sale the seller is legally the entity that enters into the contract with the buyer, not the bank.  It is the seller's choice of whom they wish to enter into contract with.I'm sure most of you have experienced on numerous occasions inquiring or even submitting an offer on a property in which you later find out there is already an accepted offer.  And yet, it's still showing Active on the MLS.  HUGE waste of time for everyone, and extremely lazy and/or negligent on the part of the listing agent.  ESPECIALL... 03/06/2013

Seeking recommendations for online databases....... I'm looking to bring all of my business transaction tracking and contact management online into one place, and I'm looking for recommendations from those of you who have used platforms and are satisfied with them. Syncing with Gmail/Google would be a plus too. I'm taking a look at having a custom one built also. Any recommendations and experiences would be greatly appreciated! Los Angeles Homes For Sale Los Angeles Condos For Sale Los Angeles Townhomes For Sale 02/12/2013

OK,what is going on with this stupid Java thing on Zipforms? I've done this activation at least a dozen times and it's still talking back to me!! Am I missing something here? Has anyone been going through the same issue? Do I need to call the board and remind them that I don't pay $500 a year for Chingaderas? Any input would be greatly appreciated......     Los Angeles Homes For Sale Los Angeles Condos For Sale Los Angeles Townhomes For Sale   01/29/2013

What should I wear for the end of the world? I mean, I want to look nice, but at the same time I want to be comfortable. And since it's after labor day, do I dare wear white? Is it formal, or dressy-casual? I didn't get the memo........... Los Angeles Homes For Sale Los Angeles Condos For Sale Los Angeles Townhomes For Sale 12/20/2012

What do you mean you have an accepted offer?  The MLS shows Active!! How many times have you had a buyer tell you they are interested in offering on a property that shows Active on the MLS, but then when you contact the listing agent, they tell you they've had an accepted offer for a while now? Not only is it extremely annoying, but it causes a credibility issue for all of us. First of all, you have to explain to your buyer who can see the property listed as Active and For Sale, that it's really NOT Active and For Sale. So thanks to whatever agenda the listing agent has going on, your credibility suffers for it. Well, I for one do not allow that any more. First, I inform the listing agent that they are inconveniencing everyone for not changing the status to Pending or Backup Offers. And... 12/17/2012

Unemployment rate drops to 7.8% in October   It seems that our current administrations plans for economic recovery are hard at work.  From an economic standpoint, it takes an extremely methodical and well-planned approach to combat such severe economic depression.  I'm glad to see the progress that is being made.   Los Angeles Homes For Sale Los Angeles Condos For Sale Los Angeles Townhomes For Sale 10/05/2012

Beautiful Studio City Townhouse - Open Sunday 7/29 2PM to 5PM Gorgeous, stylish 3 bed / 2.5 bath multi-level townhouse in great Studio City location. Spacious with 1700 sqft of living space just a short walk or bike ride from the shops and restaurants of vibrant Ventura Blvd. and a stone's throw from Toluca Lake. Granite and stainless cook's kitchen, large master with ensuite jacuzzi bath and walk-in closet, dining room, living room with fireplace and private balcony. Complete with two secure underground parking spaces and personal storage area. A perfect home in the City with everything you need including a view of the City lights. The lifestyle you want IS within reach! Address: 10866 Bluffside, #4, Studio City, CA 91604 07/28/2012

Governor Brown Signs Homeowner Bill of Rights I received notification from the California Department of Real Estate and California Association of Realtors yesterday that the Bill of Rights has now been signed into law by Governor Brown. This is very important subject matter for those homeowners that are struggling with their mortgage payments, or perhaps may see some potential mortgage issues coming up in the near future. This law aims to avoid foreclosure where possible to help stabilize California's housing market and prevent the other negative effects of foreclosures on families, communities, and the economy. The new law will generally prohibit lenders from engaging in dual tracking, require a single point of contact for borrowers seeking foreclosure prevention alternatives, provide ... 07/12/2012

"The 45 Lessons Life Taught Me" - by Regina Brett, 90 years old This was sent to me from a good friend via email. Regina Brett is a woman who just turned 90 and writes a regular column. I HAD to pass it on to all of my Peeps because I know how hard most of us work within our efforts to get ahead. Sending this over to everyone with positive energy: 1. Life isn't fair, but it's still good. 2. When in doubt, just take the next small step. 3. Life is too short – enjoy it. 4. Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends and family will. 5. Don't buy stuff you don't need. 6. You don't have to win every argument. Stay true to yourself. 7. Cry with someone. It's more healing than crying alone. 8. It's OK to get angry with God. He can take it. 9. Save for things that matter. 1... 07/05/2012

Lloyd Cullen Real Estate is a local Studio City Short Sale Realtor. As a Studio City Short Sale Company that specializes in short sales, you are assured the highest standard of professionalism and can always count on our Studio City Short Sale Realtor to help answer any questions you have in regards to Studio City Short Sales. Studio City Short Sale Realtor Lloyd Cullen is a local Studio City Short Sale Expert with experienced Studio City Short Sale Agents here to assist you.   Studio City Short Sale Realtor We specialize in Short Sales for Studio City and Surrounding Areas At Lloyd Cullen Real Estate, our Studio City Short Sale Specialist has a reputation for providing quality service to their clients. Short sales in Studio City are more common than people may think but it is not somet... 05/30/2012

How to coach your buyers through the short sale process The process of obtaining an accepted offer and successfully closing on a short sale transaction on the buying side can be one of the most tedious and stressful things we do currently as real estate agents. But it doesn't really have to be if you use a recipe for success for you and your buyers. One of the most important issues in the beginning is knowing how to craft an offer that is conducive to a successful short sale closing. Here is a task list that will help: 1. Obviously, you want to make sure there is a short sale addendum to the contract.  Why? Because you need to make sure there is a time period that is clearly stated that the buyer will wait for the written approval(s) so that contractually they can safely exit the deal i... 05/26/2012

Chase Takes $2 Billion Dollar Loss On Bad Investment - Have they not learned ANYTHING?!!! This just BURNS me up! After only a matter of just a few years since our mortgage crises they are engaging in this kind of activity? REALLY?!! Do we have a vaccination for greed at our pharmacies?  If so, I think every single one of those executives responsible for this need to be rounded up like cattle and given a shot in the a$$ with the ANTI-GREED medication!! HONESTLY!! Enough is enough!!  We spent HOW MUCH of our hard-earned taxpayers money to bail them out?  For WHAT? They're like crack addicts with who need to go to detox for the greed habit that they can't seem to kick. Los Angeles Homes For Sale Los Angeles Condos For Sale Los Angeles Townhomes For Sale   05/19/2012

How To Win in a Multiple Offer Situation when you are limited on price Well, it seems that we're back in the type of market where multiple offers are becoming common. There's a mixed bag of buyers out there - conventional buyers, FHA buyers, VA buyers, and all-cash buyers and investors. In a multiple offer situation, the offer price is probably one of the biggest factors when the seller is deciding which offers to entertain or accept. But what do you do when you've reached your affordable max and can't really come up any more in price? Here's just a few things that I recommend to my buyers.  It requires a little investigative work, but it may pay off for you. 1. Find out where the seller is moving to, and what logistics are involved with that - Is is the case where and when they're movi... 05/13/2012