Happy Fourth of July!http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swDzAPvj6k8
Fresh from the Los Angeles Times: "A final warning to all you lawn aficionados and green thumbs: Los Angeles' mandatory water conservation restrictions — aimed at reducing the city's water use by 15% — begin today. That means residents can use their sprinklers only on Mondays and Thursdays, and customers who don't cut their water use could face higher utility bills. Details on the shortage rate are a bit complex. To determine how to avoid higher rates, customers can call the DWP at ...
The median price in Southern California may have plummeted, but in more desirable neighborhoods, home buyers are still engaging in bidding wars. By Chip Jacobs May 2 2009, 6:15 PM PDT The confident smile Sam Rivero wore as he hunted for his first house had a lot to do with the buzz thumping in his ears. Ever since home values began sinking, pundits have touted the juicy opportunities for aspiring buyers priced out of the market before, and the young business-developmen...
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I'm still being asked about the new tax credit made available in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act 2009. So, today, I am going to post some helpful information regarding the tax credit. The tax credit of 2009 differs from the tax credit of 2008 in three major ways. Fir...
"Earth Hour" began in Australia in 2007 now it's a world-wide event. Just turn off all non-essential lights for one hour tomorrow night beginnin @ 8:30 p.m.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zd1BsNvEXqo
6146 Strickland Avenue, Los Angeles 90042Highland Park$450,000Charming 1925 Spanish w/open views and an elegant yard. 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, custom "strand" bamboo floors, wood burning fireplace w/vintage tile, redone kitchen w/copper apron sink and copper & mosaic countertops, redone bath w/mosaic tilework, newer central A/C & heat. Dining area opens onto a roomy deck which overlooks the serene yard....
Change is coming in the form of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, recently passed by both the House and Senate. For conventional and FHA loans, the Act temporarily reverts the current loan limits back to the loan amounts/levels allowed in the 2008 Economic Stimulus Act: $729,750. President Obama signed the stimulus bill today.The change is NOT immediate, however. Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and the FHA must review ...
Happy 2009!Big changes in store for me personally - check back for a new office location!MM
361 W. Lutge Avenue, Burbank 91506This redone beauty in Burbank's Rancho District will be open tomorrow.Stop by for some holiday treats in a truly one-of-a-kind home!Virtual Tour @www.MartinMetcalf.net
Adamson House Loggia - This classic Malibu home was built in 1930 for Rhoda Rindge Adamson and her husband, Merritt Huntley Adamson. The house shares its location with one of the most beautiful beaches in Southern California and features some of the most unique examples of custom craftsmanship using "Malibu Tile".The Moorish floor tile in the living room features a dominant tan bask...
Go "Green" for the Holidays————————————————————————————There are plenty of ways to have an enjoyable holiday season and at the same time keep your environmental conscience clear. Here are a few simple tips to ...
Join join me tomorrow 12/14/08 @ 361 W. Lutge Avenue in the Burbank Rancho District. It's just two blocks from Griffith Park and the Los Angeles Equestrian Center.Stop by for a cookie!
Looking for a fun local holiday excursion?Try the 13th Annual Los Angeles Department of Water and Power Griffith Park Light Festival!
www.dwplightfestival.comTacky, Beyond tacky really. But very statisfying and, if you walk it, seriously fun.
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The virtual tour for 361 W. Lutge Avenue is now posted online.Go to www.MartinMetcalf.net to view.
I just listed a beautiful house in the Burbank Rancho district just blocks from the LA Equestrian Center and Griffith Park.
2-bedrooms, 1.75-baths, large formal dining room, family room, cook's kitchen, 3 fireplaces and luxurious custom steam shower.
All redone since '06 w/dual pane windows, French doors, custom basket weave tile floors, copper plumbing and refinished wood floors. Hard-wired for audio/v...
Here's wishing you and yours a wonderful 2009!
