You always remember the feeling when purchasing your first piece of real estate. Signing the paperwork, being handed the keys, and paying that first mortgage payment, this sentimental feeling can never be duplicated. Yet, now, many years later, to come full circle and have the ability to host an open house in the same complex where I purchased my first piece of real estate brings back so many g...

• calendar_month February 3, 2023
• category Real Estate
• post 2023, Battles Real Estate, Buyers, Community, Home Sellers, Homeowners, Housing, open house, real estate, Robbyn Battles, Sunland, Tujunga

Home maintenance is essential to keeping a home in good condition and increasing its longevity. Monthly tasks, such as cleaning gutters, checking smoke detectors, and testing ground fault circuit interrupters, can prevent more significant issues from arising in the future. By staying on top of these routine maintenance tasks, home owners and renters can ensure their living space is safe, comfor...

• calendar_month February 6, 2023
• category Real Estate
• post 2023, Altadena, appliances, Battles Real Estate, Burbank, Buyers, Community, Glendale, Homeowners, Housing, La Canada, La Crescenta, Lake View Terrace, Robbyn Battles, Shadow Hills, Townhouse, Tujunga

"The Benefits of a Home Organizer: Why You Should Consider Hiring One for Your Next decluttering Project" Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by the clutter and disorganization in your home? Do you struggle to find the time and motivation to get organized? If so, you may benefit from the help of a professional home organizer. Saves time: A home organizer can save you time...

• calendar_month February 8, 2023
• category Robbyn Battles
• post 2023, Altadena, Battles Real Estate, Burbank, Buyers, Housing, Income Propert, La Canada, Lake View Terrace, Organizer, Pasadena, Robbyn Battles

Dear Friends, Hello! Welcome to February, It's time to catch up on things. As you know, housing is one of the most important aspects of life, whether you are a homeowner or a renter. So, in this letter, I'm sharing some of the latest news to help keep you up to date. On my home front, my mom is moving to North Carolina to live with my brother this month. If you have eve...

• calendar_month February 16, 2023
• category February 2023
• post Battles Real Estate, Burbank, Community, Glendale, Home Sellers, Home Values, Homeowners, Housing, La Canada, La Crescenta, Lake View Terrace, my monthly letter, Pasadena, property taxes, proposition 19, real estate, selling, seniors, taxes

"Value" is created when services are delivered in a way that exceeds customer expectations. "Off-market property lists are a service I reserve for my customers. Clients always find value by having early access to properties not listed on public real estate websites or MLS. Below is a sampling of  15 single-family off-market opportunities in various neighborhoods. Th...

• calendar_month February 24, 2023
• category Uncategorized
• post 2023, Glendale, Granada HIlls, homes for sale, Housing, La Crescenta, Oxnard, Palmdale, Robbyn Battles, sneak peek, Sylmar

What Buyer Activity Tells Us About the Housing Market   Though the housing market is no longer experiencing the frenzy of a year ago, buyers are showing their interest in purchasing a home. According to U.S. News: “Housing markets have cooled slightly, but demand hasn’t disappeared, and in many places remains strong largely due to the shortage of homes on the marke...

• calendar_month March 17, 2023
• category Real Estate
• post 2023, Buyers, Glendale, Home Sellers, Home Values, Homeowners, Housing, La Canada, La Crescenta, Lake View Terrace, Montrose, Pasadena, real estate, Robbyn Battles

Here’s what the highest Fed rates in more than a decade mean for your money Did you buy a home in 2020? Did you job-hop in 2021? Did you hold off on buying a new car or home in 2022 until you can find a cheaper deal and lower interest rate? Believe it or not, one institution impacts even the tiniest of your financial decisions: The Federal Reserve. What is the Federal Reserve? ...

• calendar_month March 26, 2023
• category Real Estate
• post 2023, Banks, Buyers, California, Economy, Glendale, Home Sellers, Homeowners, Housing, interest rates, La Canada, La Crescenta, money, real estate

Dear Reader, As a lifelong member of the community and a 30+ year veteran in the real estate business, I've had the opportunity to work with many types of professions. Over the years, I've built a long referral list of these resources for you and my clients. Recently I started highlighting the professionals on my list. This month's businesses include the co-owner of Gus & And...

• calendar_month March 29, 2023
• category Real Estate
• post 2023, Burbank, Buyers, California, Community, Home Values, Housing, La Canada, La Crescenta, Pasadena, real estate, Robbyn Battles, Robbyn Battles The House Agent, trusted professionals

As if most home buyers these days didn’t have enough to grumble about regarding mortgage costs this year compared to last, they will soon have another financial thorn in their sides. Beginning May 1, 2023, under the Biden Administration’s continuing policy to rework the income redistribution in America, a new rule will raise mortgage fees for borrowers with good credit and a soli...

• calendar_month April 24, 2023
• category Real Estate
• post Banks, Economy, Housing, money, Robbyn Battles The House Agent

Celebrating a Unique Property Sale in La Crescenta - 4105 Lowell Ave Sale price $1,450,000. Hello, fellow real estate enthusiasts! Today, we are thrilled to share the details of a recent closed sale that truly embodies the charm and uniqueness of La Crescenta, California. The property at 4105 Lowell Ave is one that we couldn't wait to showcase, and we're excited to take you on this j...

• calendar_month July 20, 2023
• category Real Estate
• post Home Sellers, Homeowners, Housing, La Crescenta, La Crescenta Real Estate, Robbyn Battles