447 Holland Ave. Highland Park, CA 90042
ACTIVE $549,800 
Type - Residential - (2 Bedrooms - 2 Baths)
Situated on the top of the hill, panoramic mountain views are seen throughout. Natural light flows through the open floor plan giving a feeling of airiness and space. The house is logically & thoughtfully designed with high-end upgrades throughout. The entertainer/chef's kitchen is impressive. Living room has generous space with custom oak built-ins & decorative fireplace. Hardwood floors flow seamlessly throughout. Two spa-like bathrooms, one includes double-sinks, Carrera marble vanity, and claw-foot tub. Adjacent bonus room attached to the dining room is perfect for an office. One of the few homes in Highland Park with a pool, the outdoor space also includes a pergola-shaded patio and a large custom workshop/studio. Other amenities = Central AC/Heat with the new NEST thermostat, water-saving irrigation, laundry room, new driveway, energy-efficient tankless water heater, copper plumbing. Short drive to vibrant York Blvd & Figueroa St. Convenient access to freeways and the Gold Line.

Redfin just named Eagle Rock the second “hottest” neighborhood in the United States. Guess who KCAL channel 9 interview to find out why the area is so HOT! See the list.

With lower home prices than Silver Lake and Los Feliz, Eagle Rock has been a popular neighborhood for buyers. The average home in Silver Lake and Los Feliz is $800K+, Eagle Rock's average home price start at $500K. Let's not forget the close proximity to the hipster York Blvd. The Blvd has seen a revival of shops and new restaurants. As far as schools, Eagle Rock has one of the best schools in the North East LA area. The campus of Occidental College better known as OXY also resides in Eagle Rock. Since 2009, home prices have risen on average 15% - 20%, my advice is to buy now. The interests are still low. Call me or send me a message, I would gladly assist you with any real estate questions.

4532 Catalpa St, El Sereno, CA  90032
ACTIVE $317,000  Type - Residential - (2 Bedrooms - 1 Bath)
BRAND NEW INSTALLED CABINETS. BRAND NEW STANLESS STEEL APPLIANCES INSTALLED! This beautifully remodeled 2 BR/1 BTH home is located in the highly desired Hillside Village of El Sereno. The home has a breakfast nook and a separate laundry area. The house also features new dual-pane windows, doors, fresh paint inside and out, new tiles tub/shower and new vanity, new furnace, laminated hardwood floors with new baseboards, new carpet, and an updated electrical panel. The house sits on a corner lot with peak-a-boo views and newly landscaped front and back yards. Convenient location, minutes to Downtown LA, Alhambra, and South Pasadena. The house is zoned for RD2 with endless possibilities. It is move-in ready for your buyers..

      By now, in our third week of 2014, you probably have your gym routine set. You either go in the morning or after work. You are eating healthier and or juicing. You know what muscles to work out on each day. But have you put some thought about setting a routine for saving money?
      According to Adriana Amato's article - Financial experts advise people to save six months to a year of their annual income. Saving that amount can be overwhelming for a lot of Americans who don't by nature save money for the future. The 52-week savings plan is less intimidating and is fairly easy to do.

This is perfect to help save for Christmas next year or a small family vacation. Another great way to do this would be to do this challenge for your kids. Start a savings account for them for when they are older!

All you have to do is check off each week and deposit the amount shown on the picture above. I've posted the Challenge on my office board. It will be a constant reminder to do so. My plan is to save the amount every Monday, eventually it will be a great money saving habit By the end of the year you will have $1,378 saved! Make sure to print your copy and start saving.

5203 Coney Rd. El Sereno, CA 90032
ACTIVE $368,000  Type - Residential - (2 Bedrooms - 1 Bath)
Beautiful and charming single family home located in University Hills. Features 2 beds / 1bath and lots of upgrades. Built in 1950 and renovated in 2013. New copper plumbing, new electrical wiring and new windows. Additionally central air and heat, freshly painted inside and out. Brand new appliances and Fixtures (Stainless Steel Dishwasher, Stove, and microwave included). Laundry room with hook ups is ready. Detached one Car Garage with plenty of space for another on the driveway. Timed Sprinkler System, grass is already growing after seeding the dirt. Near all major freeways (10 fwy, 110 fwy, 60 fwy, 710 fwy and 5 fwy). Walking distance from California State University LA.