As the COVID-19 crisis began in California, concern grew among lawmakers of potential widespread evictions due to the potential economic ramifications created by the virus. State and local governments were directing individuals to stay at home and encouraged social distancing. These state and local directives would necessarily impact businesses that relied on people to congregate […]
With the beginning of another week living “Safer at Home”, the California Association of Realtors (“CAR”) released the “Coronavirus Addendum or Amendment” (CVA). This is an update to the Coronavirus Addendum/Amendment released last week. CAR also released a companion document entitled “Notice of Unforeseen Coronavirus Circumstances” (“NUCC”). Recently, we discussed the CVA and addressed its […]
Over the course of the last two weeks, our lives have drastically changed. The emergence of the worldwide Coronavirus pandemic has created uncertainty in the economy not seen in years. It was inevitable that this uncertainty would present itself in the real estate industry. Like most brokerages, we have seen our share of listings canceled, […]
Given the pandemic of coronavirus (COVID-19) and the cancellation of sporting events, conferences, and schools across the country, we thought it wise to provide some fun ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in the safety and comfort of your own home. Rather than head out on the town for a night of green beer, shamrocks, […]
If you ask the Buyer or Seller in most real estate transactions to define an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD), they will likely describe it as a down payment put toward the purchase of a property. While an EMD may eventually be applied to the purchase price of a home, its true purpose is something entirely different. In short, an EMD shows […]
In 2019, the millennial generation (those born from 1981-1996) became the largest generation in the United States, finally surpassing the baby boomers. While exact numbers are not available, projections had the famed Millenial generation reaching 73 million members. (For those interested, Generation X is projected to overtake Boomers in 2028). Delayed Until Further Notice Statistically […]
A Kobe Bryant-inspired Lamborghini is for sale and could be yours for $170,000.00. Joe Carbonara, one of Kobe’s biggest fans, was so saddened to hear the news of the deaths of Kobe and Gigi Bryant that he decided to pay tribute to them in a unique way – decorating a 2015 Lamborghini Huracan in the […]
Chocolates and flowers, stuffed teddy bears and edible arrangements — Valentine’s Day is a holiday that regularly divides the nation, year after year. Some couples love it, some singles abhor it, but at the end of the day, Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love. Whether you plan a romantic candlelit dinner with your significant other, […]
The city of Los Angeles is full of great places for a romantic night out. From the fancy rooftop bars of downtown and Hollywood to the bustling beauty of Studio City, to the quiet suburban retreats of Pasadena — Angelenos are spoiled for choice. How do you know where to take your Valentine? Fortunately for […]
Gone are the days when tile was a standard 12×12 and only used on the kitchen and bathroom floor. Homeowners are discovering new, creative ways to use tile throughout their homes, from adding to an accent wall in the bedroom to creating a statement art piece — the possibilities are endless! Not only does tile […]
