They're loud, they're proud — these peacocks are getting the boot If you live in Shadow Hills, peacocks are an everyday occurrence. They are as much a part of the landscape as the horses you'll see walking up and down the streets. But why are some communities giving these beautiful birds the boot? In an article below posted in the LA Times, find out why the community o...

• calendar_month January 16, 2023
• category Community
• post 2023, animals, Burbank, California, Community, Glendale, Homeowners, La Canada, La Crescenta, Lake View Terrace, Pasadena, peacock, Robbyn Battles, Shadow Hills, south pasadena

This is an article featured in AARP magazine. Several of these items would be good for any age, no matter how old you are. If I still had a landline, I would absolutely splurge on the spam blocker. Too bad they have not developed a great one for our cell phones. There are so many spammers and scammers. My next favorite is the tablet holder with an attached keyboard. My other favorite...

• calendar_month January 17, 2023
• category Robbyn Battles
• post 2023, Altadena, appliances, Burbank, California, Community, Glendale, Housing, La Canada, La Crescenta, Lake View Terrace, Robbyn Battles, seniors, Shadow Hills, Sunland, Tujunga

Where is the actual property line? Many homes have sold multiple times, and markers can move and/or be eliminated between mother nature and humans. Never should a realtor ever represent where the lot lines or boundary lie. The homeowner will often say it's the fence or it's the tree. If you truly want to know precisely where the boundaries of a property are, you should have an actual su...

• calendar_month January 18, 2023
• category Real Estate
• post 2023, Battles Real Estate, boundaries, Burbank, Buyers, California, Community, Housing, La Canada, La Crescenta, Lake View Terrace, real estate, Robbyn Battles, Shadow Hills, Sunland, Tujunga

If I could, I would... Change my kitchen design every year. Why? Because there is always a new design I absolutely love. Why not, well, because I'm not a lunatic. Out of these 11 designs, my 100% loves are the stunning kitchen by The Design Atelier , obsessed with the cut-outs and the drama of the darker blues and steel grey granite. My next favorite is the design by&nbs...

• calendar_month January 19, 2023
• category Community
• post 2023, Altadena, appliances, Battles Real Estate, Burbank, Buyers, California, Community, Design, Duplex, Equestrian Properties, Glendale, Home Sellers, Homeowners, Housing, La Crescenta, Lake View Terrace, Pasadena, professionals, real estate, Robbyn Battles, Shadow Hills, Tujunga

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

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

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

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