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A special visit; Sometimes the best memories come from carousels, train rides, and pink-tipped hair. My three-year-old great-niece came from North Carolina for a two-night sleepover, and I got to be “Auntie Robby.” We s...
UPDATE: 7/30/2025
California Senate bill that could have brought more affordable housing to the wealthy, star-studded enclave of Pacific Palisades, CA, which was decimated by the January wildfires, has been shelved until next year after a wa...
Update: 7/30/2025
On July 8, 2025, Newsom and the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) released $101 million in funding specifically for affordable multifamily rental housing in Los Angeles County, prioritiz...
Behind every sale, there’s a story worth telling. In real estate, it's easy to focus on numbers—price per square foot, days on market, and final offers—but what often matters most are the moments in between. These two homes in La Cañada ...
🏡 May 2025 Market at a Glance | By Robbyn Battles, Realtor
New this month
Pending Sales Data added as a forward-looking indicator for pricing momentum.
In this month’s Market at a Glan...
How Today’s Market Speaks to Your Home’s Value. In any sales role—whether you're selling homes, software, or services—there comes a moment where you realize the client isn't just buying the product. They're buying the value story behi...
Real Estate Market Comparison: February –April 2024 vs. February–April 2025
La Crescenta–Montrose | La Cañada Flintridge | Sunland–Tujunga | Shadow Hills
What you’re About to see in this report is that I’m comparing three-month d...
Fire Hardening & Home Sales: A Friendly Guide for Foothill Homeowners. Living in the beautiful Foothills—from Sylmar to Monrovia—offers stunning views and a close-knit community. However, wildfire preparation has become increasingly imp...
If higher property taxes have been holding you back from making a move, there's encouraging news. Here are 5 things you may not know about selling and transfering your property tax base. Many homeowners over 55 are unaware that California now...
The Role of General Contractors in Home Construction & Repair. Embarking on a home construction or repair project can be both exciting and overwhelming, especially if you have never done any type of remodel or new build. Without the right k...