Prospering from L.A. Softer Market
Los Angeles’ housing market has slowed over the last several months. The market had been on an upward trajectory since 2011, but sellers may no longer command the high prices…
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California Requires Solar Panels
California became the nation’s first state to require solar panels on new homes. The California Energy Commission (CEC) made the ruling in May, and the Building Standards Commission’s unanimous vote…
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Questions to Ask the Home Inspector
So you found the home you’d like to buy, but is it the RIGHT home? Are there any little (or big) problems on the horizon that you didn’t see on…
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Seller Disclosure: Californian Buyer’s Rights
California law requires residential home sellers to make written disclosure to buyers. There is a significant document, called a transfer disclosure statement (TDS), which the seller can fill out online,…
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The Los Angeles Transfer Tax
Transfer taxes are a levy imposed by both Los Angeles County and the city when the property’s title is transferred. This seemingly straightforward concept is not as clear-cut as it…
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Special L.A. Home Inspection Considerations
It is always advisable to have a home inspection conducted on your behalf. It allows you to find out about problems, and negotiate any issues that have been uncovered. You…
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Best Neighborhoods in Los Angeles
Like most big cities, Los Angeles isn’t a homogeneous blob but instead is comprised of some neighborhoods. Each of these has their look and feel, a result of history, architecture,…
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Los Angeles Home Buyers Guide
We are pleased to launch our Los Angeles Network of Buyers Agents, which is dedicated to finding the same high-quality buyers’ agents that our New York City clientele has grown…
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Rent or Buy in L.A.? Everything You Need to Know
Los Angeles has so much to offer, whether you’re here for the beautiful beaches or the excitement of L.A. nightlife. There are a million reasons to live here. But while…
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Moving from New York to Los Angeles
Relocating from New York to Los Angeles is an exciting prospect for many, but it comes with more than a few hurdles to overcome. There are a number of tips…
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