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Hollywood Hills: a gateway to high-class living
Entering Hollywood Hills is like stepping into a little corner of heaven, a distinctive neighborhood chock-full of history and LA charm, with stylish hotels, cozy theatres and a vibrant nightlife. The pedestrian-friendly area lying beneath the famed Hollywood Sign boasts an alluring array of trendy businesses, invigorating green parks, delightful shops, trendy boutiques, plus plenty [...]
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Los Angeles economy predicted to improve through 2014
The outlook for the Los Angeles economy through 2014 is okay, not great, this according to the annual economic forecast published by the Los Angeles Economic Development Corporation. The report emphasizes that the current recovery is fragile and vulnerable to disruption in the event of a national downturn. LAEDC is a regional leader in providing [...]
Los Angeles proposes zoning updates to make city friendlier, more open
Los Angeles has been known as a car city ever since the automobile was invented, but a new effort to adjust local zoning laws may be an important change in a campaign to make the city more pedestrian accessible and bike friendly. The goal of revised zoning is to make Los Angeles a healthier city; [...]
Apartment \ Los Angeles \ Real estate \ Renting
Advice for first-time renters in LA
If you’re planning on renting a property in LA, you’d better get ready for a serious adventure because the city offers an extensive range of housing options. And since it’s not quite prime time to buy a house, most people turn to renting these days so you’ll have plenty of competition. The best way to [...]
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Microsoft doubles down on Silicon Beach
Just when it seemed like Silicon Beach couldn’t get any hotter, now comes news that Microsoft is moving into town in a big way. The Redmond, Washington-based company that needs no introduction is signing two sizable leases west of the 405, with the aim of creating a new campus near the beach. Is this the [...]
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Positive outlook for L.A.’s residential market
The real estate industry saw a boom in the multi-family sector, with an abundance of new developments entering the market and old properties restored, all signs of a much-anticipated economic rebound. At a macroeconomic level, apartments and their residents generated a $1.1 trillion contribution to the national economy in 2011 and supported 25.4 million jobs. [...]
apartment design \ home decor \ Los Angeles apartment
Apartment decorating on a budget in L.A.
Interior design is one of those endeavors that can capture your entire time and budget if you let it. It’s so easy to get carried away when you like what you’re doing and you find pleasure in beauty and style. The good thing is there are plenty of ways to enhance the looks of an [...]
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Most sought after apartment amenities in Los Angeles
With the avalanche of new rental properties entering the Los Angeles market, there will be plenty of choice for renters looking for a new place to live this year. Developers are expected to add 5,000 competitive units in 2013, a 0.7 percent increase to stock, according to Marcus & Millichap. In 2012 L.A. saw the [...]
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Introducing The Hollywoods
If you move to Los Angeles from anywhere else, one of the first things you learn is that Hollywood isn’t just one place. Tinseltown might seem like it should be centralized in the vicinity of the iconic Hollywood Sign, but it’s really spread out in a number of neighborhoods on the northeast side of downtown [...]
decorating \ design \ Interior design \ Pets
Decorating your new apartment with your pet in mind
If you think your dog or cat is a part of the family, it seems only fair to include its needs in your apartment redecorating plans as well. Here are a few items to bring into your home’s decor, to make it pet-friendly and uniquely attractive in the same time. Cat trees are absolutely fantastic [...]
Bus \ MegaBus \ transportation \ Travel
MegaBus gives California, Los Angeles another try
Ultra-low-cost California bus service, round two. Beginning Dec. 12 MegaBus begins service from Los Angeles to San Francisco, San Jose, Oakland, and… wait for it… LAS VEGAS!!! The company made headlines by offering $1 fares during the first week and it stays cheap long after. MegaBus uses a dynamic pricing strategy that results in ticket [...]
Do Los Angeles mayoral candidates have ideas to help renters?
We only get three of the candidates chiming in this time: the latest debate was hosted by Housing For A Strong Los Angeles, and they only invited the top three contenders. For renters, inventory and availability are the name of the game. So what do Eric Garcetti, Jan Perry, and Wendy Greuel have in mind [...]
Los Angeles bucket list, only in LA 2013 edition
Here is the second part to our LA bucket edition list for 2013. Check out Part I – Restaurants and Nightlife. New to Los Angeles and looking for signature things to do? Leaving soon and eager to squeeze in a few more memories on your way out? These are a few of the things that [...]
Los Angeles \ National Football League \ NFL
Are you there NFL? It’s us, Los Angeles.
January 1 was supposed to be an auspicious day in LA’s quest to finally secure a pro football team, after an absence of nearly two decades: it was the opening of a six-week window for existing teams to declare an interest in moving to Los Angeles. So much for big plans: that sound you hear [...]
The next mayor’s plans to relieve Los Angeles’ traffic congestion
We don’t know yet who the next mayor of Los Angeles will be, but we do know who the leading candidates are and each one of them has put forward plans detailing how they intend to manage LA’s awful traffic congestion. You hate your commute? Here’s what each has in mind to help, in thumbnail [...]
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ParkMe can help find parking spots in Los Angeles and Santa Monica
Finding parking in downtown LA has many similarities with a game of strategy. You need to really know what you’re doing, proceed with caution, be patient and plan your every move ahead. That can make the difference between paying $6 an hour or $1 an hour for parking in just about the same area. Living [...]
Environmentally friendly \ Los Angeles \ Sustainability \ Sustainable living
3 Ways to go green in 2013
You don’t have to grow dreadlocks, stop using deodorant or go vegan all of a sudden to reap the benefits of a green lifestyle. There are easier ways to be eco-friendly in 2013, just find out what works best for you. A growing interest in “green” can be noted even amongst renters. Outfitting your rental [...]
Air pollution \ Air quality \ American Lung Association
CA is a big winner…for worst air quality
The American Lung Association (ALA) is looking out for your pipes with annual reports worth noting. Let’s be frank: all pollution is bad but most people usually don’t feel as bad about pollution that will affect later generations. Pollution that affects us right now, however, can catch our attention especially when the adverse side effects [...]
New Year, new décor for your Los Angeles apartment
With every New Year there comes a desire to improve something about ourselves, whether it’s our jobs, our habits and disposition, or our homes. If you’re trying to enhance the space you live in, this is the best time to embark on beautification projects. With a few personal touches, any rental house can turn into [...]
Los Angeles bucket list, 2013 food and nightlife edition
New to Los Angeles and looking for signature things to do? Leaving soon and eager to squeeze in a few more memories on your way out? These are a few of the things that every Angeleno should endeavor to check off at some point during their stay. Food & nightlife Clifton’s Cafeteria – Step back [...]
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