"Are Density Bonus Laws Taking Precedence Over Local Building Laws in California?" California's density bonus laws, which were established to encourage the inclusion of affordable housing in new development projects, have come under scrutiny in recent years. The laws allow developers to build larger and more densely populated projects in exchange for providing affordable housin...

• calendar_month February 17, 2023
• category Community
• post 2023, Altadena, Burbank, California, Community, desity bonus projects, Glendale, La Canada, La Crescenta, Lake View Terrace, Pasadena, real estate, Robbyn Battles, Shadow Hills, Sunland, Tujunga

Whether you are staying home or headed out for the weekend. Below are a few quick reads that may catch your attention as we head into the weekend. They may even have you altering your plans. Enjoy. 1: 15 Off-Market Properties That's a big list, and I'm just getting started. Off-Market properties are properties for sale and not yet listed on public websites or the MLS. Check out the ...

• calendar_month February 24, 2023
• category Robbyn Battles
• post 2023, Battles Real Estate, Buyers, colorist, Community, dogs, Gardening, Glendale, Home Sellers, Home Values, La Canada, La Crescenta, Lake View Terrace, pets, real estate, Robbyn Battles, Shadow Hills, Sunland, 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

The Federal Reserve is meeting this week to decide its next step on interest rates just as its yearlong fight against inflation is colliding with a crunch in the financial sector. The Fed’s next move will be closely watched as recent bank failures are stirring memories of the 2008 financial crisis. Even before the central bank policy decision on Wednesday, investo...

• calendar_month March 21, 2023
• category Real Estate
• post 2023, Banks, Buyers, Economy, Home Sellers, La Canada, La Crescenta, mortgage rates, real estate

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

The cost of real estate city transfer tax and documentary transfer tax in Los Angeles, California, can vary depending on various factors, such as the value of the property and location. Real estate city transfer tax is a tax the city government imposes on transferring real estate property. This tax rate varies depending on the city and the value of the property being transferred. In Los Angele...

• calendar_month March 28, 2023
• category Sellers
• post 2023, Glendale, La Canada, La Crescenta, Lake View Terrace, Los Angeles, property taxes, real estate, Robbyn Battles The House Agent, Sunland, taxes

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

California Dream For All Shared Appreciation Loan This just in: Exclusive Invitation: Dream for All Shared Appreciation Loan Program Unveiling (March 30th-31st) Thursday at 6:00 pm and Friday at 9:00 am. The Dream For All Shared Appreciation Loan is a down payment assistance program for first-time homebuyers. Dream For All provides a loan for 20% of the home purchase price. 📆 Event...

• calendar_month March 29, 2023
• category Real Estate
• post 2023, Buyers, California, California Dream For All Shared Appreciation Loan, First time buyer, Glendale, La Crescenta, Loan Program, real estate, Robbyn Battles The House Agent

It's all about properties today. Off-market is a weekly favorite with so many of you, and today something new. I have hand-picked 7 of my favorite properties to hit the market in the last few days. Take a look. If you have any questions or want to see anything on the list, give me a call or shoot me an email.  My 4 Off-Market Picks: Pasadena, Buff and Hensman Townhouse North Holly...

• calendar_month April 13, 2023
• category Robbyn Battles
• post 2023, real estate, Robbyn Battles The House Agent

The Journey of 1331 Torres Dr, Glendale 91207, Just Sold $1,250,000 Introduction: Nestled within Glendale's prestigious neighborhood off Royal Avenue, 1331 Torres Dr. tells a poignant story of resilience and new beginnings. This off-market property sale, conducted under unique terms, sheds light on the seller's challenges with hoarding disorder. With a deep understanding of their men...

• calendar_month May 24, 2023
• category Real Estate
• post 1331 Torres Ave Glendale Ca. 91207, 2023, Glendale, just sold, real estate, Robbyn Battles, Robbyn Battles The House Agent, selling, seniors