Make sure to check out the Little Tokyo / Arts District Farmers Market on Thursdays! This is a great opportunity to visit the city hall at the same time if you happen to have any business there.     Day: Thursday Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Location: Los Angeles City Hall City: Los Angeles County: Los Angeles Manager: Susan Hutchinson Office Address: 2464 Lindsay Lane, Los Angeles, CA 90039 Phone: 323-660-8660 Web Site: Click Here to open     Now, for a fabulous pumpkin recipe since they are in season and it's a great time to try something new! Moroccan Pumpkin Soup Ingredients 1 cup dried garbanzo beans 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 leeks, white and light green part only or 2 large onions 8 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth 6 cups fresh pumpkin or butternut squash, peeled, seede... 10/23/2008

Friday is the day to go on down to the Farmers' Market in Los Angeles Wilshire Center. We here in Los Angeles are so blessed with tons of fresh produce at any one of the Farmer's Markets around town so why not check out the Wilshire Center one this week!     Day: Friday Hours: 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM Location: South Mariposa Avenue & Wilshire Blvd City: Los Angeles County: Los Angeles Manager: Jennifer McColm Office Address: 19301 Caladero St., Tarzana, CA 91356 Phone: 818-591-8161       Here's another great pumpkin recipe to celebrate the Halloween season! Creamy Sage Pumpkin Pasta Ingredients 1 lb short pasta, such as penne or fusilli 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 1 small onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 cup chicken broth 1/2 cup dry white wine 1 1/2 cups diced fresh pumpkin or 1 cu... 10/23/2008

 Chinatown has a great Farmers' Market every week so make sure you check it out! Name: L.A. Chinatown Farmers' Market Day: Thursday Hours: 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Location: 727 N. Hill between Alpine and Ord City: Los Angeles County: Los Angeles Manager: George Yu Office Address: 727 N. Broadway, Suite 208, Los Angeles, CA 90012 Phone: 213-680-0243 Web Site: Click Here to open  Public parking Lot at 727 North Hill, between Alpine and Ord. The lot is adjacent to the United Commercial Bank building. On Thursday, May 16, 2002, Chinatown became the first multicultural district in the Los Angeles area to host a farmers' market. And this farmers' market is unlike any other in the region. While it features quality produce from certified growers and producers in Southern California, it also offers a... 10/22/2008

SUSPENDIDO HASTA NUEVO AVISO, este programa para la Ciudad de Los Angeles esta suspendido hasta previo aviso, si desea que le notifique, por favor envie un email a Lupe y con gusto le comunicare cuando regrese. AYUDA CON EL PAGO INICIAL - Lo que debe saber antes de comprar una casa?  Downpayment assistance programs & grants.  Lupe Soto, Realtor en Burbank, San Fernando Valley, Santa Clarita Valley, Antelope Valley sirviendo a la comunidad hispana desde 1989.  Licensia de Bienes y Raices DRE# 01380599.  Exija ser representado con un profesional con licensia.  Yo personalmente lo atendere! Si está comprando una casa por primera vez  ofrecemos programas de primera hipoteca que ofrecen tasas de interés más bajas que las del mercado y diversos programas de ayuda con el enganche para personas... 10/21/2008

BANK OWNED 3-UNITS SUN VALLEY, CA near Burbank, each house is detached, huge lot approx 1 acre, Call Lupe for showing and financing info. Run don't walk.  SE HABLA ESPANOL.  Lupe Soto is a CERTIFIED REO BANK OWNED SPECIALIST Representing Buyers/Investors in San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles County, Southern California.9330 TELFAIR AVE, SUN VALLEY, CA (3) detached houses - bank owned listed at $575,000 or best offer. CONTACT LUPE TODAY FOR SHOWING OR MORE INFO, CLICK HEREOTHER BANK OWNED UNITS IN BURBANK & SAN FERNANDO VALLEY, CLICK HEREFREE SEARCH - 2-4 UNITS & MULTI-FAMILY VI 95160 B. Lupe Soto  Residential Income   Tue, Oct 21, 2008 03:19 PM  Ref: 1     RIN Active  9330 Telfair Ave   Sun Valley (SUNV)  Price $ 575000*   TO VIEW PICTURES, CLICK "MEDIA" F1783615 Media: 5 Los Angeles Coun... 10/21/2008

I met a Limousine Manager & Chauffeur the other day, somehow the conversation drifted to Tipping.  He said ‘....you know, there are Tippers, who tip, it is in their DNA, and then there are those who do not...' He said he gives the best service to both and keeps trying to have the ‘non-tipper' to reach into his pocket and tip. I started pondering this statement. How true. This made me wonder about Successful People Giving Back. Is it in their DNA to give back as well as the Tippers? What about the average Americans, who give their valuable time and volunteer to various Causes, is it in their DNA as well? We hear about the Celebrities that use their Publicists to brag as a ‘Self Promotion' to let the world know that they have given back to society. Their Donations do not even max out what... 10/19/2008

 Downpayment assistance programs in San Fernando Valley & Antelope Valley. PROGRAMAS PARA OBTENER FONDOS/ENGANCHE PARA LA COMPRA DE SU CASA.  REQUEST MORE INFO - DOWNPAYMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS & GRANTS, CLICK HERE NO TIENE PARA EL ENGANCHE? NO SE PREOCUPE, LEA MAS AQUI   Lupe Soto, Realtor in Burbank, San Fernando Valley & Antelope Valley has the knowledge, resources & experience to assist the First Time Home Buyer. Lupe is highly educated in special down payment assistance programs and CalHFA first mortgage financing. This has allowed my clients to receive grants and downpaymenta assistance to purchase their first home, click here to request more information about these programs and grants.  LUPE HABLA ESPANOL.  The most important question, How Do I Qualify? Well, it's pretty simple. ... 10/18/2008

There are strategic steps to being great at prospecting.  I have capsulated these in what are called the seven F-words of prospecting. The 1st step is to Find:  We have to find a place to do the prospecting.  Finding a place is one of the biggest challenges in prospecting.  This place has to be quiet with minimum distractions.  We need to have an environment that is controlled for the prospecting to happen. We also must find a time to prospect.  Most Agents try to fit their prospecting around their day, rather than fit their day around their prospecting.  Those who have no set time for prospecting do not do it.  Going to the same place at the same time helps to form the habit.  Prospecting is about discipline and habit.  The habit and discipline make up for the lack of skill. The 2nd St... 10/18/2008

Ever walked into a property and been overwhelmed by the smell of cat urine, wet dog or last night's salmon dinner? As someone who's been in literally hundreds of homes in the course of my career as a Los Angeles home Stager, I can say I've probably smelled it all! You smell it. I smell it. And yet the seller doesn't notice a thing. How can you as the Realtor talk to him about the need to deodorize without offending? Here are a couple of tips: 1. Blame it on allergies Millions of people are affected by pet allergies. Present it to your client like this... "Even though you and I may not smell anything, someone who is allergic to cats/dogs/birds (you fill in the blank) might have a reaction to even the slightest odor. Since we don't want to turn off any potential buyers we should probably ... 10/17/2008

by Danny Mahelka Even on Sesame Street they teach the importance of knowing the people in your neighborhood.  Sometimes when you are moving it's hard to get a really good appreciation for the make-up of a neighborhood.  That's when having a neighborhood specialist comes in handy. I'm not just a realtor who specializes in the Carthay Circle area.  I'm one of the people in the neighborhood.  If someone wants to know about Carthay Circle Elementary, I don't have to Google them - I already know that they are one of the finest schools available.  I know this because I am a long standing supporter of the school and because I am an active and caring member of the community that I live in. Buying or selling a home can be a stress ridden time; I consider everyone of my clients a neighbor or a po... 10/16/2008

Home sales during the fall are traditionally a bit slower than the frenzied spring and summer months. But can be a good time to sell because there are usually fewer homes on the market-meaning less competition for you! Buyers are usually in a rush to get settled in before the holidays. If you plan on selling this fall, you will want to do everything in your power to attract home buyers. One of the first things you should do is hire a home inspector. I have a list of many local ones that I have found very helpful. Once you have all the structural systems repaired or given the thumbs up you should then start on the appearance of your home. Curb appeal. Do people slow down to look at your home as they drive by? Does it look like it is well maintained and has character? Make sure the roof i... 10/15/2008

Farmers' Market Information for S. Figueroa & W. 7th Street Los Angeles    Day: Thursday Hours: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM     Day: Friday Hours: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM    Day: Saturday Hours: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM    Location: South Figueroa Street & West 7th Street City: Los Angeles County: Los Angeles Manager: Kat Antal Office Address: 725 S. Figueroa St.#1850, Los Angeles, CA 90017 Phone: 213-955-7176    You have 3, count them THREE, chances EACH week to visit the Figeroa & 7th St Farmers' Market so you have no excuse not to go! Make sure to visit the S. Figueroa & W. 7th Street L.A. Farmers' Market any time you visit the Los Angeles area. A street map to get to the S. Figueroa & W. 7th Street L.A. Farmers' Market is attached for your convenience.    So, you're probably wondering, what's Fresh ... 10/14/2008

Farmers' Market Information for La Cienega Los Angeles    Day: Thursday Hours: 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM Location: South La Cienega Blvd and West 18th Street City: Los Angeles County: Los Angeles Manager: Cynthia Ojeda Office Address: 838 Pine Ave - #302, Long Beach, CA 90813 Phone: 562-495-1764 Fax: 562-495-1853      So, you're probably wondering, what's Fresh Right Now! This is a great time for fresh veggies if you like Spinach, Avocados, Winter Squash, Brussel Sprouts, Mushrooms, Green Beans, Beets or Chinese Broccoli.  For fresh fruit check out the Pomegranates, Tangerines, Limes, Persimmons, Asian Pears, Mandarin Oranges and Grapes. Other produce that's in season includes Walnuts and Honey.   Make sure to visit the La Cienega L.A. Farmers' Market any time you visit the Los Angeles area. A... 10/14/2008

Farmers' Market Information for Eagle Rock Los Angeles    Day: Friday Hours: 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM Location: 2100 Merton Avenue City: Los Angeles County: Los Angeles Manager: Robert Sapp Office Address: 4771 Eagle Rock Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90065 Phone: 323-225-5466       So, you're probably wondering, what's Fresh Right Now! This is a great time for fresh veggies if you like Spinach, Avocados, Winter Squash, Brussel Sprouts, Mushrooms, Green Beans, Beets or Chinese Broccoli.  For fresh fruit check out the Pomegranates, Tangerines, Limes, Persimmons, Asian Pears, Mandarin Oranges and Grapes. Other produce that's in season includes Walnuts and Honey. Make sure to visit the Eagle Rock L.A.  Farmers' Market any time you visit the Los Angeles area. A street map to get to the Eagle Rock LA Farm... 10/14/2008

Farmers' Market Information for Chinatown Los Angeles     Day: ThursdayHours: 2:00 PM to 6:00 PMLocation: 727 N. Hill between Alpine and OrdCity: Los AngelesCounty: Los AngelesManager: George YuOffice Address: 727 N. Broadway, Suite 208, Los Angeles, CA 90012Phone: 213-680-0243 Web Site: http://chinatownla.com/calendar.php?eventcategoryId=1 Public parking Lot at 727 North Hill, between Alpine and Ord. The lot is adjacent to the United Commercial Bank building.           On Thursday, May 16, 2002, Chinatown became the first multicultural district in the Los Angeles area to host a farmers' market. And this farmers' market is unlike any other in the region. While it features quality produce from certified growers and producers in Southern California, it also offers a tremendous selection o... 10/14/2008

Farmers' Market Information for Central Ave   Day: SaturdayHours: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PMLocation: 4410 McKinley Avenue - Washington Carver Middle School basketball courtsCity: Los AngelesCounty: Los AngelesManager: Pompea SmithOffice Address: 6605 Hollywood Blvd. Suite 220, Los Angeles CA 90028Phone: 323-463-3171   Make sure to visit the Central Ave Farmers' Market any time you visit the Los Angeles area. A street map to get to the Central Ave Farmers' Market is attached for your convenience. The Central Ave Farmers' Market isn't actually on Central Ave at all; it's really on McKinley at the Carver Middle School Basketball Courts.     The Central Avenue Farmers' Market is a mini-certified farmers' market featuring 5 to 7 farmers who sell a variety of fruits and vegetables as well as nuts a... 10/14/2008

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I RAN ACROSS THESE HALLOWEEN / REAL ESTATE RELATED COMICS AND DECIDED TO SHARE THEM. ALL KIDDING ASIDE, I HOPE THAT ALL OF YOU ARE MANAGING, DESPITE THE SUFFERING ECONOMY. MY COMPANY, LaRocca Inspections IS STILL DOING 120-150 INSPECTIONS AND UP PER WEEK. (Quite a few are bank owned properties) SO THERE ARE STILL BUYERS OUT THERE! I know times are hard out there so if you are in Los Angeles County & are in need of a home inspection, I would like to offer you a 10% discount. Just mention code HPD1 when ordering the inspection. (Limit one per customer, Expires 10/31/08) John LaRocca  -  LaRocca Inspections (818) 951-1795    www.LaRoccaInspect.com 10/08/2008

There are thousands of Real Estate Agents who are licensed in the Greater Los Angeles Area. Interestingly enough their skill levels and their quality of their service levels vary a great deal. If you are a Potential Seller you must look at the marketing skills of the Real Estate Agents who cover the Greater Los Angeles Area. The next step is ask the RE Agent if he or she is a Realtor and look at their Membership card if they say yes. There is a huge difference between a Realtor and a RE Agent. I will only mention one difference here, for starters a ‘Code of Ethics'.  Let's start by analyzing the many things a local Realtor can do for you to market your home besides advertising in the local Multiple Listing Service (MLS). The local newspaper used to be a good source for marketing homes. ... 10/07/2008