June Markets at a Glance
As we enter June, it's crucial for both buyers and sellers to stay updated on the latest market trends with Robbyn Battles June Markets at a Glance. This month, we are breaking down the data for Sunland-Tujunga, La Crescenta-Montrose, and La Ca...
Why Did Trader Joes Raise the Cost of Bananas?
That’s Bananas. Trader Joe’s recently increased the price for a single banana to 23 cents, a 4-cent—or 21%—increase from the Monrovia-based grocer’s previous going rate for the fruit, which had remained unchanged for over 20 years. ...
LA County Beach Bus Starts Again
Summer is the perfect time to soak up the sun, feel the sand between your toes, and enjoy the refreshing waves of Santa Monica Beach. You're in for a treat if you live in La Cañada Flintridge or nearby areas! The County of Los Angeles and the ...
Protecting Your Pets as Temps Rise
Summertime may mean more outdoor adventures for your pets—think going on hikes or splashing around in the water—but that kind of fun can also be hard on them if you aren’t careful. Keeping your dogs, cats, and small animals cool when the ...
Bike Lanes, Bike Lanes Bike Lanes
On Friday, May 24, bills had to be voted out of the house where they originated. Only two of the bills supported by the California Bicycle Coalition died in committee, and one we opposed was amended so we were able to switch our position to ...
Why Does Southern California Have So Many Residential Fruit Trees?
Southern California’s abundant residential fruit trees can be attributed to its sublime and storied climate, which supports various agricultural activities. Rachel Surls, the now-retired sustainable food systems advisor for UC Cooperative Ext...
Three May Market Areas: Shadow Hills, Altadena, and Glendale 91028
Exploring the housing market in three distinctive areas—Shadow Hills, Altadena, and Glendale 91028—reveals unique attributes that make each community special. Shadow Hills, nestled in the Verdugo Mountains, offers a rural charm with equestr...
Limiting Homeownership by Large Corporations
A bill limiting the number of houses that a corporation can buy has passed the California State Assembly and is now in the state Senate. AB 2584, introduced by Democratic Rep. Alex Lee, would prevent businesses from buying more than 1,000 singl...