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Sometimes when we purchase a home, we do so knowing that the kitchen needs some updating or at least some TLC. The challenge is then is find the money to make some changes. Well there are many small inexpensive way to give jazz up a space without breaking the bank. I suggest as your first step, check ut some magazines for ideas you can duplicate inexpensively. Here are some of my suggestions for you to consider. 1. Change up your walls: Choose neutral like beige or gray. 2. Brighten up the kitchen: Use mirrors. This can be very effective if you put the mirror across from a window. This also gives the illusion of a larger space. carol-mirrors 3. Make seasonal changes: Try removing pieces of furniture and decorations for a lighter feel. 4. Use slipcovers: Try using slipcovers over your dining chairs. carol2-chair covers 5. Cookbook Display: Align them in graduating sizes. Or color is another option. This is a great Idea from Juniper Books This is a great Idea from Juniper Books 6. Warm it up with rugs: Area rugs can add a splash of color and can hide a multitude of flooring problems. 7. Bring the outdoors inside: Plants are always in. They soften a space and make your room warm. carol3-plants 8. Change your look with accessories: A few new accessories can change your kitchen to dramatic! 9. Change the cabinet pulls: There are so many different styles of cabinet pulls these days. You can install. This can make your cabinets look new. carol1-pulls Read More
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The Comedy of Errors from Shakespeare by the Sea We’re a non-profit theatre company providing FREE Shakespeare throughout LA & Orange Counties. Opening June 13 directed by James Rice A classic Shakespearean romp of mistaken identity-it’s mischief and mayhem galore! Two young visitors arrive in the city unaware... Read More
[fbvideo link=”https://www.facebook.com/dominguezmuseum/videos/2180938495290076/” width=”500″ height=”400″ onlyvideo=”1″] The South Bay is lacking in much history other than the occasional Beach Boy references, perhaps old timers resurrecting memories of what used to be a Red Line to the Redondo Beach... Read More
Most buyers have a home inspected by a home and structural pest control ("termite") inspector. Additional inspections recommended, such as for roof or drainage, should also be done.Ideally, you want to know not only the severity of a defect, but how much it will cost to repair. An item that is often overlooked during buyers' inspections is the permit history on the house. Many times a new homeowner will apply for a permit to do some work on their home and when they apply at the city building department, they find out that previous owners took out permits that were still outstanding with no record of final approvals given. The permit request will be denied by the city. This happens all the time. The homeowners then have to do all of the work that all of the previous permits covered, get the city to inspect the work performed, then get final approval. This can cost the new homeowner thousands of dollars for repairs not even counting the time and disruption it can cause.While you're checking out the permit situation, be sure to research if any back fees are owed against the property for past permits or anything else. Read More
An area of the South Bay that is hardly talked about as have some great home values is the North Redondo Beach area, often referred to as The TRW tract of homes. This area is not new and was originally developed in the 1940s to help solve the home shortages created when the thousands of people migrated to California to work in the aviation industry followed by the thousands of service personnel who came here after the war, many working in the new aerospace industry at the start of the 60s. Today, homes in the area will range from about the mid $500, 000s upward to as high as close to $1M depending on size, age, etc. This is a popular area especially for new and growing families due to the extra large yards the homes have, excellent school choices, parks and the close by beaches. It is much like it was originally with quiet street, large mature trees that line those same streets, modern shopping areas and of course it's close location to the freeways. While the usual type of duplex properties are not often found in the area, many North Redondo homes have permitted guest homes or rooms attached to garages towards the rear of the property, with much of the original large yards still available. You won't find condominium or town home complexes here, nor will you find many apartment buildings. Ideally located just east of Manhattan Beach and Hermosa Beach, the areas of North Redondo Beach offer more affordable housing options than it's neighbors to the west while still offering excellent schools, proximity to the beach, charming neighborhoods, entertainment and shopping options, great restaurants and cozy cafes, and closeness to the freeways. A great area for retirees, professional singles and a fantastic place to settle down for new and growing families. Read More
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Existing home sales rose in November, ushering the housing market into its second consecutive month of increases, according to the latest report from the National Association of Realtors. Total existing home sales, completed transactions that include single-family homes, townhomes, condominiums and co-ops, increased 1.9% from October to a... Read More
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