Robbyn's top three picks for the 15 are below. #1 Moody and Cozy Rooms: Why well, to be honest, I have a room designed almost exactly like the one highlighted as #3 on the list of 15. #2 Dimensional Textures: Why I just thought the hanging light fixtures were the coolest, plus the combination of all the textures are fabulous. #3 Mixed materials in Furniture: Why I have always thought a r...

• calendar_month January 12, 2023
• category Robbyn Battles
• post 2023, Altadena, Burbank, Buyers, California, Design, Glendale, Housing, La Canada, La Crescenta, Lake View Terrace, Pasadena, real estate, Robbyn Battles, Shadow Hills, Sunland, Tujunga

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

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

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

Open Houses: A Win-Win for Buyers and Sellers If you're a prospective home buyer or seller, you may have heard about open houses and wondered about their purpose and benefits. An open house is a public event where anyone can visit a property for sale and get a feel for the home and its surroundings. Open houses provide a unique opportunity for buyers and sellers to learn more about home ...

• calendar_month February 7, 2023
• category Robbyn Battles
• post 2023, Altadena, Battles Real Estate, Burbank, Buyers, Glendale, Home Sellers, La Canada, La Crescenta, Lake View Terrace, open house, Pasadena, Robbyn Battles, Shadow Hills, Sunland, Tujunga

If you're planning to sell your home, you might be wondering how to get the most out of your investment without breaking the bank. While it's true that home improvement projects can be costly, there are plenty of affordable ways to enhance your property's appeal and make it more attractive to potential buyers. Here are some of the best ways to improve your home for sale when you hav...

• calendar_month February 15, 2023
• category Real Estate
• post 2023, Altadena, Burbank, Community, Glendale, Home Sellers, Homeowners, La Canada, La Crescenta, Lake View Terrace, Los Angeles, Sunland, Tujunga