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My Favorite Room: Chef Nancy Silverton strives for good taste
Nancy Silverton knows how to throw a good party.Several times a year, the legendary L.A. chef throws open the doors to her Hancock Park home for rollicking backyard gatherings.There’s her July 4 bash, when she closes Pizzeria Mozza, Osteria ...
When to Lower the Price of Your House: Price Reduction in Real Estate
Deciding to sell your home is a big step, and setting the right price is crucial. But what happens when your home isn’t getting the attention you hoped for? In these cases, it might be time to consider a real estate price reduction....
Malibu residents flee as international buyers snap up burned-out lots
Wood frames are rising from the ashes of burned-out lots in Pacific Palisades, signaling the start of a new era for the fire-torn community. But down the road in Malibu, the scene is bleak.Cars wind through a gauntlet of traffic cones and caut...
(Re)introducing the due-on clause | firsttuesday Journal
Why this matters: All trust deeds contain a due-on clause. Mortgage holders use the clause to exact additional profits when interest rates rise. Buyers who take title to a property subject to an existing low-rate mortgage, and landlords with a ...
Home Loans for Single Moms
Key Takeaways Special home loans and grants can help single moms buy a home, including FHA, USDA, VA, and state-run programs. Many options feature low or no down payments and flexible credit or income requirements to make qualifying easier....
Selling a House in a Flood Zone
If it’s time to sell and your house is in a flood zone, you may be concerned about getting the best price for your home. The good news is that there are plenty of buyers interested in purchasing properties regardless of the flood zoning. In ...
Los Angeles Hunts for Developers for City-Owned Lots
The City of Los Angeles is looking to recruit private developers to reimagine some pieces of government-owned land. The city is looking to bring housing to 12 city-owned properties through a request for qualifications to find developers suitab...
Santa Monica eyes bold turnaround plan amid financial troubles
It’s been a rough few years for Santa Monica.Businesses have abandoned its once-thriving downtown. Its retail and office vacancy rates are among the highest in Los Angeles County. The crowds that previously packed the area surrounding the ci...
