The real estate market is complex, and it's impossible to make a blanket statement about what is happening. Generally speaking, media reports of home prices falling are exaggerated. While it is true that some listing prices have dropped, overall, home prices are still up 10% over last year. The main factor driving the market is limited inventory, which is causing buyers to compete for the s...

• calendar_month January 24, 2023
• category Real Estate
• post 2023, Altadena, Buyers, Glendale, Home Sellers, Home Values, Housing, La Canada, La Crescenta, Lake View Terrace, Pasadena, Shadow Hills, Tujunga

Proposition 19 will supersede the old rules which limited this exemption to the sale and purchase of a principal residence within the same county (Proposition 60) or between certain counties (Proposition 90) — but only if the replacement property was of “equal or lesser value” and only one time. In addition, it is a constitutional amendment to Proposition 13 that now...

• calendar_month January 25, 2023
• category Taxes
• post 2023, Altadena, Battles Real Estate, Burbank, Glendale, Housing, La Canada, La Crescenta, Lake View Terrace, property taxes, proposition 19, real estate, Robbyn Battles

We have a 2-year-old Sheepadoodle named Dasher, and we are glad we have pet insurance for her. She is a very active dog, and she has had a few mishaps along the way. In fact, as I sit here writing this blog, her rear left foot is wrapped up. She had so much fun running at the Dog Park the other day that she got her rear nail caught in the fence and ripped her nail out. Every 4 da...

• calendar_month January 26, 2023
• category Community
• post 2023, Altadena, Burbank, cats, dogs, Glendale, Horse Property, La Crescenta, Lake View Terrace, Pasadena, pet insurance, pets, Robbyn Battles, Shadow Hills

This is as simple as it gets. If you want the inside scoop on properties coming on the market, then you need to sign-up for my exclusive sneak peek property emails. Don't worry; I am not about spamming you and filling up your inbox. I value your time too much. Here is a link to a very simple sign-up form. If you have specifics you would like me to know, place them in the comments section...

• calendar_month January 27, 2023
• category Real Estate, Robbyn Battles
• post 2023, Altadena, Battles Real Estate, Burbank, Glendale, Housing, La Canada, La Crescenta, Lake View Terrace, Robbyn Battles, sneak peek, Tujunga

3 Top Blog Posts For January 2023 1: Homeowners over 55+ Prop19  Understand the new rules about selling and transferring property to children and grandchildren under Proposition 19. The new benefits and restrictions under Prop 19 Excerpt from the post:  Unlike the previous rules, this law provides significant benefits even if the replacement residence is more expens...

• calendar_month January 28, 2023
• category Robbyn Battles
• post 2023, Altadena, Burbank, Buyers, Glendale, Home Sellers, Homeowners, La Canada, La Crescenta, Lake View Terrace, Pasadena, proposition 19, Robbyn Battles, selling, seniors, Shadow Hills, Sunland, Townhouse, Tujunga

If you’ve ever tried to tackle a plumbing problem yourself, then you know it can be a daunting task. From clogged toilets to faulty fixtures, there are many DIY projects that can quickly become overwhelming. But when is it time to call in the professionals? Here are five plumbing issues that require the expertise of a certified plumber. You can find a fantastic plumber on my Tru...

• calendar_month January 30, 2023
• category Community
• post 2023, appliances, Battles Real Estate, Burbank, Community, Glendale, Homeowners, La Canada, La Crescenta, Lake View Terrace, Pasadena, plumbing, professionals, real estate, Robbyn Battles, Shadow Hills, Sunland, Tujunga

I know if I were to have another profession other than real estate, I would own a nursery and spend my day playing with the plants. I ran across a fantastic site titled Gardening LA. I felt like I had won the lotto on all things gardening. Perhaps I am a little late to the party as Ivonne, the consummate blogger/garden aficionado, has been advising and posting for years. Below is part...

• calendar_month January 31, 2023
• category Community
• post Altadena, Battles Real Estate, Burbank, California, Community, Gardening, Glendale, La Canada, La Crescenta, Lake View Terrace, Pasadena, professionals, Robbyn Battles

Often times potential homeowners are overwhelmed when an agent walks in the door and starts spouting off a laundry list of things to do to get a home ready for sale. I like to provide a practical list, but even this can cause a seller distress. What's essential is to advise the client with a strategy that will work best for them when getting a home ready for market. Not every sell...

• calendar_month February 1, 2023
• category Real Estate
• post 2023, Altadena, appliances, Battles Real Estate, Burbank, Buyers, Community, Glendale, Homeowners, La Canada, La Crescenta, Lake View Terrace, Shadow Hills, south pasadena, Sunland, Townhouse, Tujunga

Preventive maintenance isn’t glamorous. But the payoff can be huge. There is nothing like a well-maintained home. This does not mean everything has to be the latest and the greatest. A well-maintained home not only saves you thousands, it will also make buyers feel more secure in their buying decision when you decide to sell. So as unexciting as it sounds, preventive maintenance w...

• calendar_month February 2, 2023
• category Robbyn Battles
• post 2023, Altadena, appliances, Battles Real Estate, Burbank, California, home maintenance, Home Sellers, Homeowners, La Canada, La Crescenta, Lake View Terrace, Pasadena, real estate, Robbyn Battles, Shadow Hills, Sunland, Townhouse

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