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CALIFORNIA: Mandatory Water Restrictions May Be Coming

According to Governor Gavin Newsom, California water restrictions could be coming soon. At the moment, water limitation is on a voluntary basis. However, with so many water wells running dry during drought season – this leniency could change, and fast. The Threat For the first time in seven years, Southern California officials declare a water supply alert. In years past, the Los Ang...

Understanding SB10

On September 16, 2021, in addition to signing SB9, Governor Newsom signed SB10. Considered a companion to SB9, SB10 addresses the local government’s ability to rezone existing parcels of real property to allow up to 10 dwelling units. Similar to SB9, the state legislature passed SB10 and the governor signed it to promote the state’s efforts to create density in the stat...

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CA SB 326 HOA Balcony / Deck Bill Testing

  Be Proactive; Something to be Aware of with the intention of holding up the integrity of the buildings. CA SB 326 requires inspections of condominiums’ and apartment exterior elevated elements that are at least 6 feet off the ground, for buildings that contain 3 or more units, to ensure they are in good condition and safe for occupancy and loads. The inspec...

California's High Speed Rail

  Though it’s been under construction since 2015, California’s high speed rail still seems like an outrageous fantasy. If you somehow missed it, California’s bullet train aims to connect San Francisco to Anaheim and then, eventually, San Diego. It’s a plan every bit as ambitious as it is costly. With the bullet train hitting speeds of up to 220mph with uninte...

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How Real Estate Fixture Planning Saves You an 11th Hour Headache

  Real estate transactions are usually so massive that disagreements are commonplace. We try to catch potential pain points as early on in the process as possible. But some home sales are a little more turbulent than others. Real estate fixture disputes are one of the most common sources of discord in this industry. Unfamiliar with fixtures in real estate? In realty terms, a fixture...

The 9 Best Refrigerators To Add To Your Kitchen

The 9 Best Refrigerators To Add To Your Kitchen Finding the best refrigerator for your family is a big decision; it’s one of the most important appliance in your household. Yes, your washer and dryer are important, and toaster ovens and coffee machines make life easier every day. But your fridge keeps all your perishables fresh, and beyond that, it’s...

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Why Inflation Shouldn't Stop You From Buying A Home

If you’re following along with the news today, you’re probably hearing a lot about record-breaking home prices, rising consumer costs, supply chain constraints, and more. And if you’re thinking about purchasing a home this year, all of these inflationary concerns are likely making you wonder if you should wait to buy. Investopedia explains that during ...

THE BEST DROUGHT-TOLERANT PLANTS FOR YOUR FALL GARDEN

THE BEST DROUGHT-TOLERANT PLANTS FOR YOUR FALL GARDEN FALL IN LOVE WITH WATER-SAVING CALIFORNIA PLANTS Looking to give your garden a fall makeover? Giving your garden an updated fall feel is as easy as opting for colorful, drought-tolerant and California-native plants. With shorter, cooler days, fall is the perfect time to introduce new plants into your garden. “Fall is ideal for p...

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Love to Shop Los Alamitos - Los Al Bucks

Los Al Bucks are eligible for use at participating businesses commencing on Monday, September 19, 2022 through Tuesday, January 31, 2023 Click here to view the list of Los Alamitos Businesses enrolled in the program.   -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Double your Bucks" at these part...

Would You Pay $75 Million to Live in a Luxury Condo?

You may not be willing to pony up $75 million for a luxury condo, but the Four Seasons is betting somebody will. That’s the cost of the penthouse crowning their 12-story private residences complex on the border of Beverly Hills. It should come as no surprise that $75 million is well over the record sale price for a luxury condo in Los Angeles. But in a sprawling megalopolis where single f...