This year we are participating in the Arcadia’s Relay for Life event. The event is a 24 hour team event to fight cancer. It raises awareness of cancer in the community and raises money to support the programs and services of the American Cancer Society. It’s overwhelming to think that millions of people that will… Read more
There are dozens of festivals and celebrations for the 4th of July around Los Angeles and Orange County. Click here for events throughout the greater Los Angeles area and in Orange County. Wishing everyone a Happy 4th of July!
As you have all heard, interest rates have notably risen in the last few months. Below is a chart to help you understand the impact of rising rates. On May 1, 2013 a buyer could have purchase a home for $500,000 with a 20% down payment at an interest rate of 3.25% on a 30… Read more
Fannie Mae’s chief economist, Douglas G. Duncan met with the L.A. Times editors and reporters to share his views on where the housing market is headed. Here are five key takeaways: Housing isn’t really going gangbusters. Despite those eye-popping price jumps, housing is not in a bubble or even a boom. Real estate is also… Read more
Proposition 60 and 90 is an affordable way for Senior Property Owners age 55 and older to move since it allows them to transfer their tax base one-time. The Replacement property has to be equal value or less and must be purchased within two years. Please note Riverside County began participating again on September 13, 2013. Please… Read more
We encourage you to check out this coming Saturday’s Household Hazardous Waste Event on June 21, 2014 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Pasadena Rose Bowl, Parking Lot K. Sponsored jointly by the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts and the Department of Public Works. The Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Program gives Los… Read more
From CNN Money. Low mortgage rates and soaring rents have convinced a growing number of homeowners to hang onto their former homes and become landlords instead.
St. Elizabeth’s Parish Fiesta is May 30, 31 and June 1 in Altadena. Don’t miss out on fun for the entire family, including carnival rides, games, food, drinks, homemade treats and much more. Dates and Times: May 30, Friday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. May 31, Saturday from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. June 1,… Read more
Come out this Sunday, June 1st for Aveson’s June Jubilee from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Farnsworth Park at 568 East Mountain Curve Avenue, Altadena, CA 91001. It’s going to be a great day for the family with games, crafts, cool marketplace vendors, yummy food and live music! Admission is free. This year’s music will include: Nerf… Read more
From Mortgage News Daily. There were stirrings of a spring market in April as both existing home sales and the inventory of available homes increased. The National Association of Realtors® (NAR) said that home price growth also slowed, an encouraging sign of continued affordability.
