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With everyone going a little stir crazy despite all attempts, it's tough to keep motivated and moving forward. But, these easy and inexpensive upgrades will put you in a productive mood, and the end results will be very satisfying. 1. Paint Job This will be the most impactful change. To get a nice smooth finish you'll need to do a light sand, and possibly some patching, but all together, this...

Would you believe us if we told you that people are still buying and selling homes during the COVID-19 pandemic? Well, it's true! And that's because not only is it part of every American's dream to own their first home, but now, more than ever, home is the most important place in the world. But how are home buyers shopping? According to a survey from Realtor.com, around 25% of buyers state they would...

There are about 3 different scenarios we are all living during this quarantine. One happens on those days when we are being extremely productive, tackling huge projects and working all day, just to realize that you still have cook dinner because it's now late and most restaurants close earlier now. Another scenario happens on those days when you have time to go out and pickup dinner, but the nerve racking...

While a global pandemic is quite scary, as long as everyone is doing their part, we will be come out of this stronger than ever. And if you've been keeping up with the news, you know not all the news is negative. So here are 5 great things happening while we are all hunkering down. We're flattening the curve! Early projections of how the novel coronavirus would spread were extremely alarming,...

The US Department of Homeland Security Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency updated their list of essential services on March 28th, adding residential and commercial real estate, including settlement services as essential service. The real estate industry is here to help individuals find a home when they are ready to purchase their first home, or in need of finding a new home to purchase or...

We are facing very strange and scary times, but as long as we are all doing our part, they don't have to be. It can be easy to fall into a downward-spiral of over-eating, over-sleeping, loneliness, and depression. BUT, you can also take this as a time to catch up on those little to-dos that have been on your list for days, weeks, months, or even years! So we say, focus on the positive, stay healthy, and...

There is an overwhelming amount of updates and information floating around right now, but that's a good thing! It's extremely important right now to stay up to date, and safe, of course, during these difficult times, as we are all in this together. We have compiled very important information, relevant to our NELA and Pasadena communities, in order for our neighbors to stay calm and...

Enjoy 20 of Pasadena's most famous art and culture institutions, all for FREE, this Friday March 13th, for the semi-annual Pasadena ArtNight! Starting at 6 PM, you'll be able to embrace Pasadena's rich art culture, music, and entertainment, by attending any one of the 20 participating locations, and from there, free shuttles will deliver you to your next location, following a route intended to circle...

Late last month, a ceremony was held for the unveiling of a plaque that recognized the beloved Hollyhock House, built by famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright, as Los Angeles's first UNESCO World Heritage site. Rep. Adam B. Schiff (D-Burbank), Los Angeles City Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, and officials from the city’s Department of Cultural Affairs attended the event. O'Farrell states, "The structure...

Investing in real estate is one of the most common investments for people looking to create a passive income. But, what is it and why is it so popular? Real estate investment is anything involving the purchasing, renting, or selling properties to make a profit. And it's popular because it is considered almost risk free, since property worth is always rising, so the value is appreciating. But is...