What are accessory dwelling units? Accessory Dwelling Units are best defined as detached or attached residential living unit providing ultimate independent living facilities for one or even more persons. These units are often located on lots with existing or proposed primary residence and garage conversions are most common. Moreover, ADUs are known by many names such as secondary units, in-law units, granny flats, backyard cottages, accessory apartments and more are popular dwelling styles and housing options. These units are commonly... Read more »
Getting a home inspection is imperative for buyers that wish to minimize those unwanted surprises or those repairs that would cost a lot of money. No home in the market that is up for sale will be perfect. So buyers should not be scared off getting a home inspection done when trying to buy one. A home inspection is a way of letting a buyer become aware of the home’s current condition and any issues that need to be... Read more »
With the increase in house prices in SoCal and the Los Angeles area, in particular, many people are finding it better to remodel their home or add on a new room rather than to move into a new home. Whether you’re entering into a new phase of your life; like welcoming a new baby (or your bigger baby returning), looking after elderly parents or you simply want to create the home you always dreamed of, remodeling your home to meet... Read more »
The rainy season in Los Angeles is now upon us! In recent years we’ve experienced extreme effects of the rainy season like flash floods that can bring about mudslides. Unfortunately, we can’t control the effects of mother nature but there are some things that we can do to prevent and treat issues like wood rot caused by water damage. What Is Wood Rot? Wood rot is a type of fungal decay in wood. The damp wood allows the spores to... Read more »
Buying a home can be a truly daunting task, especially in a buoyant place like Los Angeles. It is known for a fact that prices in Los Angeles are sky-high and are still rising. This fact can be an overwhelming idea for home buyers and realtors who have properties that are up for selling. Realtors blame the high cost of home buying in Los Angeles to a variety of factors like the area’s persistent desirability among buyers as well as... Read more »
Your lifestyle and personality are reflected in how you manage your home. Are you looking for functionality over aesthetics or vice versa? Knowing that our kitchen is the heart of our daily life, we want it to be as perfect for our needs as possible. Do you ever feel like you want to maximize your space, add a twist to your kitchen, or have a major revamp? Get inspired with these 7 trendy styles to help enhance or remodel your... Read more »
6 reasons why you should be hiring experienced home remodeling contractors in SoCal. Why Hiring Experienced Contractors is a Must Whether you need home repairs, home additions, or an upgrade of any room design and functionality, hiring an experienced contractor in Los Angeles is a necessity. Home remodeling can be overwhelming for homeowners but fulfilling once done by professionals. Your house is your haven, and a below-par construction job is a nightmare that can be avoided right from the start. Be... Read more »
The Greater Los Angeles housing marketing has not been favorable to Gen X and Gen Y in helping them be able to buy a new home or even rent! It’s becoming more of a reality that parents are housing their adult children for longer than with previous generations. Rising student debt costs and the generally high cost of living means that many are looking for other alternatives when apartment sharing is no longer the answer. Current State of the Los... Read more »
Home remodeling trends in Los Angeles and nation wide are always changing, and repeating. Achieve success in making your house a statement whether you intend to sell it this year or just update its style by infusing 2019’s home remodeling trends and your personal taste. Here are the top L.A home remodeling trends for 2019. Kitchen Remodeling Trends We tend to spend a lot of time in our kitchens that’s why it is important to keep it stylish and functional... Read more »
Ignoring the signs of water damage can cause worse than just physical and visible damage to your SoCal home. If mismanaged or not dealt with immediately, water damage can cause health hazards that could endanger you or your family. How can you be exposed to molds? Molds are everywhere and exposure to some mold on an everyday basis might not impose health hazards right away but the long exposure to it. Molds grow best in warm, damp and humid conditions... Read more »
