With the year winding down to a close and lenders in good holiday spirits not to foreclose, I wonder when we shall start to see the flood of bank owned homes hit the real estate market here in the San Fernando Valley. I don't know the exact statistics, but my instincts tell me that the number of available bank owned homes for sale in the San Fernando Valley has fallen 50-75% since May 2009.  What this is telling me is that banks are trying to keep home-owners in their home by attempting to extend the foreclosure deadline. Lenders want to give home-owner more time to attempt to modify their home loan.  But in reality, most of these home-owners will probably not be able to save their home and will eventually default even on their modified loan. Here are some interesting articles you shoul... 12/28/2009

Fall has arrived in Los Angeles, and your plumbing system needs to be part of your plan to keep your home or office running smoothly. This includes service to your water heater. Your water heater must work harder during the colder months. It should be flushed out to remove sediment buildup, which can cause corrosion, shorten its life span, and reduce heating efficiency. Call us here at Schuelke Plumbing to service your water heater today. We are conveniently located in Sherman Oaks, and serve all of Los Angeles, the San Fernando Valley, and Santa Clarita. We will drain several gallons of water from the faucet and connect a hose to direct this water into a nearby drain. Our plumbers will then test the water heater's pressure relief valve by lifting it up on the lever and allowing it to s... 10/31/2009

As many of us are faced with financial troubles, we may have to consider bankruptcy.  Some people get scared at the sight of that word, but in reality it can help you and your financial situation in the long run.  You want to be very certain that this is something you want to do.  Always keep in mind that there are Bankruptcy attorneys in the Sherman Oaks are that are here to help you.  Here are some tips that may help in the decision of filing for bankruptcy.   First you want to consult an attorney, there are many, many attorneys in the Sherman Oaks area that you can contact and would be more than happy to help you on your way to financial freedom.  When speaking with your attorney, you want to ask them of the different options for filing that you have, and which one is best suited for... 10/12/2009

"The Great Greek" in Sherman Oaks (in the San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles) serves what is most probably the best Greek food in all of Los Angeles. The casual atmosphere is warm, friendly and inviting and the food is delicious.  The Menu offers a great selection of hot or cold appetizers .... including tasty Hummus with pita bread, outstanding Spanakopita and Meditteranenan-styled eggplant stuffed with fresh tomatoes, onions, garlic, herbs and feta cheese (really good!). The Char-broiled chicken-breast kebabs are wonderfully satisfying and served with some of the best oven-roasted potatoes I've ever eaten. Roast Lamb is the house specialty and it's served with a Greek-style pilaf and fresh vegetables. Their Macedonian Baklava (homemade with crushed almonds, walnuts, pistachios and pur... 08/27/2009

The Los Angeles City Council has approved the boundary changes which will move a section of Van Nuys into Sherman Oaks. This change was approved by the Council on July 15, 2009. The boundaries are as follows: a. Eastern Boundary - North side of Burbank Blvd., West side of Hazeltine, North side of Califa/Tiara. b. Northern Boundary - North side of Califa/Tiara This boundary includes the residences on Vesper Street which may have addresses on Oxnard Blvd. Califa St is located along the western end of the north boundary. The street does not have passage through to Sepulveda Blvd. which is the western boundary. A boundary line is extended from the northwest corner of the intersection of Califa and Halbrent to Sepulveda Blvd. to the west. c. Exclusion - East and West side of Van Nuys Blvd., ... 07/28/2009

Michelle Minch, professional home stager and owner of Moving Mountain Design, and Brook Furniture Rental in Sherman Oaks hosted the Summer Stager's Meet Up Friday July 17. Ricardo Bueno, social media expert and consultant with The Real Estate Tomato, is known as Ribeezie on twitter. He spoke on the importance and the popularity of twitter, facebook and blogging. He shared new technology tips with us. Ricardo is the founder of the REBar Camp in LA. His presentation was awesome and he will be speaking at the RESA Convention in January.   After an incredible lunch hosted by Brook Furniture Rental our next speaker Penny Balogh, CSI, ASID IF Member Account Excecutive, Sherwin-Williams presented the 2010 colormix forecast. The past transforms the present in fresh colors that simplify a comple... 07/18/2009

If you entered 2009 with decent debt, a good FICO score, and a stable income, this may be the perfect year to buy a home. The week of December 31st saw mortgage rates drop to an average of 5.1 percent, an all-time low according to a Freddie Mac survey. And the good news is that they’re expected to drop even more in the coming months. Experts are still divided on whether it’s wiser to buy now or wait. After all, the economy is still far from stable. It all comes down to your personal risk preferences: borrow now if you want to play it safe, wait if you’re sure there’s a better deal ahead. Here are some key points to keep in mind: Shop around Twenty years ago, when rates never varied by more than 0.25 percent, one loan would have been as good as the next. But the plunging economy has put ... 01/18/2009

Here's a link to a chart that shows September's ACTUAL statistics for the Local Real Estate Market. These are the graphs that the news media doesn't want you to have. Why? because they go contrary to the negative hype that the news media wants to perpetuate. CLICK HERE FOR CHARTS When you click on the link, scroll down to the chart that says "Single Family Sales By Price." Look at the category that you are planning to purchase a home or sell your home. If you are a homebuyer and the green bar is longer than the blue bar for your category, you are in trouble. This means that the market for that segment is VERY hot and if you don't purchase soon, you may have to lower your standards for the type of home that you can afford or move to a less desirable city. If you are a homeseller and the ... 01/15/2009

Home Sales in the San Fernando Valley were up 110.5% for the month of October 08 compared to October 07 based on the latest numbers released by SRAR ( Southland Regional Association of REALTORS ) The "Valley" includes communities like Studio City, Sherman Oaks, Toluca lake, Burbank, Encino, North Hollywood and Calabasas  The spike in sales can be partially attributed to a 30% drop in Average Home Price to Approx $410,000 based on 745 Homes sold in the month compared to a peak of almost $640,000 in 2007. But Sellers and buyers are still showing signs of dementia and unrealistic thinking. Home owners still overvalue their properties in todays market and buyers are continuing to test the waters with incredible low ball offers to the dismay of listing agents citywide. At the Same time Condo... 12/11/2008

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I got brought in to shoot some twilight shots that could be used for the cover of the MLS Open House Guide. I love this house. It had great architectural lines and amazing views of the valley. This was a fun shoot. I think I able to get some cool shots for them to choose from. I had to break out a lot of my lights to get things just how I wanted them, but getting “the shot” is what makes it so fun. Here are a few photos from the shoot.  Let me know what you think.                     Gregory Agent Headshots | Real Estate Photographywww.lahomephotography.com     +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ LA Home Photography offers top-of-the-line professional architectural and real estate photography inLos Angeles, the valley, and surrounding areas. We wo... 10/30/2008

Sherman Oaks Homes for Sale. Real Estate in Sherman Oaks, California Updated Sept 30th, 2008 Find Homes For Sale in Sherman Oaks. Search Sherman Oaks, California real estate , Sherman oaks CA Property Values, recently sold properties, foreclosures, bank owned homes, new homes, Condos, School Information and everything Real Estate related. CLICK HERE Sherman Oaks is an 8.1-square-mile area in the San Fernando Valley which is part of the City of Los Angeles.Sherman Oaks is relatively urbanized, with commercial skyscrapers along Ventura Boulevard and Sepulveda.. In addition, residential densities are highly mixed, with apartment and condominium neighborhoods alongside single-story residential ones. The area is a hub for regional transportation, business, and shopping. Right now there are ... 09/29/2008

Plumbers in Sherman Oaks based plumbing company Schuelke Plumbing are now using Twitter and Facebook to connect with our clients. It is a great way to meet people informally and let them know what you do. It's all about being a resource before you're a vendor. people ask us questions about root intrusion, trenchless sewers, and tankless water heaters. We answer their questions as we would anyone who calls our office. It's just a new way of doing business online. 09/24/2008

Jim and David Schuelke, identical twin brothers, are the owner-operators of their Sherman Oaks based plumbing company. They have one of the oldest contractor's licenses in the state of California, and their record is completely clean. Schuelke Plumbing also enjoys a AAA rating from the Better Business Bureau, and serves the greater Los Angeles area, as well as the San Fernando Valley, and Santa Clarita. Visit their sites at Twin Plumbing and Los Angeles Plumbing and Sewer. 09/18/2008

So with the financial market turmoil still ongoing, and no end in sight - Lehman Brothers self-destructed yesterday, and AIG is scrambling to borrow over $70B in cash today or will likely follow suit - what's happening to the real estate market in Los Angeles? Or another way to put it is: Have We Hit Bottom Yet??? (If you don't want to read all the stats you can skip to the conclusion at the end of the blog!)Leslie Appleton-Young, chief economist for the California Association of Realtors just generated a fresh report hot off the press. Most important/notable findings for those of us thinking of buying, selling and/or investing:1. The number of California sales hit bottom in 2007 at a -44% decline. Now in 2008, the number of California homes sold is on the upswing - an increase of 15% ... 09/17/2008

Sherman Oaks CA Bank Owned Homes Auctions reached the 7% mark of current inventory in the month of August 2008 keeping the area on the list of top 10 Prime Areas in Los Angeles county. This situation creates an incredible opportunity for qualified buyers to get a great deal on a home. Call Me for Personalized Search Service If you are interested in getting the latest information on availbale inventory please fill out the form below and we will get you set up on our VIP Buyer Program. One of our team members will compile a list of the latest inventory and information so that you can make an informed and timely decision. You can also Search the Entire Southern California Area MLS with no obligation Search The MLS Check out the latest Housing Data from Sherman Oaks, CA provided by Your Cyb... 09/16/2008

    Lupe Soto, New Construction Specialist (818)968-3718 is available to represent You in the purchase of NEW CONSTRUCTION CONDOS, TOWNHOUSES, HOMES, HOUSES in Arleta, Burbank, Canoga Park, Chatsworth, Encino, Glendale, Granada Hills, Hidden Hills, Lake Balboa, Lake View Terrace, Mission Hills, North Hollywood, North Hills, Northridge, Panorama City, Pacoima, Porter Ranch, San Fernando, Reseda, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Sylmar, Sun Valley, Sunland, Toluca Lake, Topanga Canyon, Tujunga, Valley Village, Valley Glen, Van Nuys, Universal City, West Hills, Winnetka, Woodland Hills   NEW CONSTRUCTION HOUSES/ CONDOS/ TOWNHOUSES , CLICK HERE BANK OWNED PROPERTIES ALL AREAS OF SFV, CLICK HERE CONTACT LUPE FOR SHOWING OR MORE INFO, CLICK HERE       FREE SEARCH - ANY PROPERTY - ANY PRICEFor REO/L... 09/11/2008

Home staging in Sherman Oaks by Moving Mountains Design Home Staging brings in the offers. We recently had the opportunity to stage a beautiful Mediterranean style new construction home in Sherman Oaks, CA. The home had been on the market unstaged for several months, with no offers. Across the street was another new construction home in a similar style, also for sale, at almost the exact same price, with similar square footage, lot size, etc. The home staged by Moving Mountains Design sold - the other home (staged by another company) is still for sale.                     Here is a link to the slide show web site of the home we staged: Sherman Oaks Home Staging by Moving Mountains Design Home Staging . (we did not stage all the bedrooms and bathrooms to keep the price down) Here is a li... 07/25/2008

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