Even before the Quarantine lifestyle that so many Americans currently endure, video conferencing and remote working were both growing in popularity. Video conferencing is now in widespread use, from celebrities hosting shows and performing table reads to teachers educating their students and managers meeting with their teams — it’s a veritable golden age for videoconferencing. […]
Category: Misc.
Compassion? Are You Out There?
Over the last weekend of May 2020, about 3 hours before Southern California was filled with the various pockets of peaceful protests that unfortunately were tarnished by the violent rioters, I saw a small sign in Granada Hills. Compassion is stronger. Only three words that presented a powerful and significant message. Turmoil, fear, and uncertainty […]
What to do with your Quaran-Time?
We are witnessing history in the making with this whole pandemic! I never thought we would EVER hear Disneyland (of all places) is closed. I never imagined sneezing in public would receive such glares or that small businesses would be as severely affected as they have been in the last few months. I never thought […]
JohnHart Tote Bag Contest ‘Draw Your Dream Home’ Delivers Fun to Children Stuck at Home
JohnHart Real Estate is organizing a fun new contest in Los Angeles, CA that’s sure to be fun and engaging for children (ages 12 & under) stuck at home, and their parents too! What is the Tote Bag Contest? Children are encouraged to draw their dream home as they see fit Your creativity can run […]
7 Great Ways to Celebrate St. Patty’s Day at Home
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, […]
What is an Earnest Money Deposit?
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 […]
Ask JohnHart: Valentine’s Day
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, […]
Where to Dine with Your Valentine in Los Angeles
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 […]
Add Value to Your Home with Tile!
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 […]
Dear Kobe
A letter, written to someone I admired, revered, respected, tried to emulate. The world will forever feel the pain of his absence, it simply isn’t as good without him. Dear Kobe— You were a legend. I hesitate to even write the word, because I feel the word pales in comparison to who you were and […]