OPEN HOUSE! Sat 6/15/13 2-5pm at 12516 Hesby Street, Valley Village, CA 91607 - 4 bed/3 bath

Come join me for an open house this Saturday, 6/15/13 from 2-5 pm at 12516 Hesby Street, Valley Village, CA 91607!

This gorgeous Valley Village home was remodeled in 2013 and offers luxury and privacy with custom details & exquisite taste throughout. There is almost 2700 square feet of two-story open-floor plan boasting 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, an oversized living/great room and family room with a cozy fireplace & French Doors. The gourmet kitchen offers restaurant quality appliances such as Viking, custom cabinetry, two breakfast bars and a built in 48" refrigerator. The large master retreat boasts separate"his" and "hers" walk-in closets, a spa-like bathroom with a jetted tub and a separate stone shower and imported double sink vanity. Custom accents include: crown molding, Travertine flooring, smooth ceilings and new double-pane windows. Two sets of Double French doors lead to the low maintenance backyard with lots of trees, lush flowers and grassy areas. Centrally located - close to parks, schools, places of worship and only minutes to Downtown L.A., Hollywood and Burbank. This home is available furnished as well!This home is priced to sell at an amazing $899,900!

Please contact me at (310) 717-1321 or JamieTian@RodeoRE.com for more information about this property or any other properties in Los Angeles. I would be happy to email you a list of available properties that fit your search criteria or provide a professional estimate of your home value.

Hope to see you at the open house!

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OPEN HOUSE Sunday (6/16/13) 2-5PM at 3031 VALEVISTA TRAIL, Los Angeles, CA 90068 - Hollywood Hills!

Come join me at an OPEN HOUSE Sunday 6/16/13 from 2:00 to 5:00 PM in the Hollywood Hills at 3031 VALEVISTA TRAIL, Los Angeles, CA 90068! 

This beautiful home has 3 bedrooms strategically placed to offer spectacular views of the city and mountaintops and offers the latest energy conservation technologies such as L.E.D. lighting, nest wireless thermostat, tankless water heater, and skylights for natural sunlight! 

Some other amenities include a cook's kitchen with granite counters and custom cabinetry, a spacious living room with floor to ceiling windows, a cozy gas fireplace, and 10-foot ceilings. The home also features an amazingly tranquil landscape with a large koi pond, relaxing waterfall, mature trees, outdoor fireplace, a small treehouse, and meticulously maintained gardens.

This home is priced to sell at an amazing $899,900! 

Please contact me at (310) 717-1321 or JamieTian@RodeoRE.com for more information about this property or other properties in Los Angeles. Hope to see you at the open house!

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How Much House Can You Afford?

THE CARLYLE - Wilshire Corridor Luxury Homes/Condos - For Sale/For Lease

The Carlyle, located at 10776 Wilshire Blvd on the Wilshire Corridor features some of the largest luxury homes on the Corridor. The 2 bedroom/2.5 bath units range from 2772 to 2837 square feet, and the 3 bedroom/4.5 bath units are 3,535 square feet. Each unit features floor to ceiling windows and private elevator acces, which is sure to make this one of the elite properties in Los Angeles.

Amenities:

• 24 Hour Valet, 24/7 Security

• Lobby designed by Fendi Casa with a Dale Chihuly glass sculpture

• Fitness Center designed by Sports Club LA - over 2,000 sq. ft,

• Wine storage locker in wine cellar at lobby level

• Dining Room / Meeting Room with Butler's Pantry

• Salon (with catering kitchen)

• Media Room

• Landscaped gardens & terraces w/ outdoor fireplace, seating areas, sculpture garden and water features

• BBQ Area, Yoga lawn, Heated pool and spa (53’ X 13’.  Between 3' – 5'4” deep. )

• Touch panel control for lighting, temperature and access to valet/concierge 

• Car detailing through concierge

Please feel free to contact me anytime at (310) 717-1321 or JamieTian@RodeoRE.com if you are interested in purchasing, leasing, or selling a unit in the Luma South Lofts or anywhere else in the greater Los Angeles area. I would be happy to send you an updated list of available properties or provide a free professional estimate of your home value at no obligation!

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The Luma South Lofts - Luxury Condos - 3 Units For Sale, 5 For Lease - 2st LEED Certified Residential Building in Downtown LA

The Luma is a contemporary style residential condominium built in 2006 in the South Park neighborhood of Los Angeles. The Luma South Lofts stand near its sister buildings, the Elleven South Lofts and the Evo South Lofts.

The 19 story building boasts of unobstructed views of downtown Los Angeles! The South Park neighborhood is great because it is walking distance to LA Live, the Staples Center, and the Financial and Garment districts.

The Luma is the second LEED-certified green residential building in downtown Los Angeles after its sister building the Elleven South Lofts. The building was designed using energy saving technologies, renewable and recyclable materials, and environmentally responsible construction techniques.

Building Features

• LEED Certified w/ Sustainable and Environmentally Responsible Design and Construction

• Outdoor Lounge Areas with Fireplace & Lush Landscaping

• Lap Pool

• Elegant Lobby with Attendant and Package Delivery

• Private Gated Parking

Residence Features

• Soaring Ceiling Heights

• High-quality Hardwood Floors in Merbau or Maple

• Expansive Windows Featuring Operable Openings for Natural Ventilation

• Sleek Wood Cabinetry Ribbed with Glass Inserts

• Ice Stone Slab Kitchen Countertops with Matching Backsplash

• Designer Frigidaire Stainless Steel Appliances

• Built-in Wine Cooler (select units)

• Outdoor Terraces and Juliet Balconies (varying by location)

• Pre-wired for Home Entertainment Systems, Telephone and Data Panels

• Utility Room with Washer and Vented Dryer Hookups

There are currently 3 units available for sale and 4 available for lease according to the MLS.

For Sale:

• 1 bedroom/1 bathroom, 870 sq ft - $499,800
• 1 bedroom/1 bathroom, 1120 sq ft - $700,000
• 2 bedrooms/3 bathrooms, 1770 sq ft - $1,450,000

For Lease

• 1 bedroom/1 bathroom, 930 sq ft - $2550/month
• 2 bedrooms/3 bathrooms, 1570 sq ft - $4500/month
• 2 bedrooms/3 bathrooms, 1750 sq ft - $5500/month (Penthouse)
• 2 bedrooms/3 bathrooms, 1760 sq ft - $5500/month

Please feel free to contact me anytime at (310) 717-1321 or JamieTian@RodeoRE.com if you are interested in purchasing, leasing, or selling a unit in the Luma South Lofts or anywhere else in the greater Los Angeles area. I would be happy to send you an updated list of available properties or provide a free professional estimate of your home value at no obligation!

Click on the "Search Homes For Sale (MLS Search)" tab on the green bar above to search for properties currently for sale and for lease in the greater Los Angeles and Orange County areas (updated in real-time)!

Renting vs. Buying: Pros vs. Cons

Ownership Advantages

• You can build home equity and wealth
• Sizable tax deductions possible
• Your space, your rules (pets welcome)
• Ability to remodel, expand, tear down
• Pride of ownership (social status, accomplishment)
• Potentially better for children, family structure
• Mortgage can improve your credit history/score
• Ability to borrow against your home (HELOC or cash-out)
• No more monthly payments once mortgage paid off
• Fixed payments (if you choose a fixed mortgage)
• Mortgages are the cheapest loans available
• No landlord
• Can exclude capital gains when you sell (partially)
• Inflation hedge
• Can rent out to others
• Can sell and use proceeds for bigger/better home
• Retirement nest egg
• It’s the American Dream!

Ownership Disadvantages

• Home prices may lose value
• Obtaining a mortgage (and finding a home) is a hassle
• Not everyone qualifies for a mortgage
• You must pay taxes and homeowners insurance
• Total housing payment can be more expensive, although you are building equity
• Mortgage payment can rise (if an ARM)
• Sizable down payment necessary
• Maintenance costs 
• HOA dues (if applicable)
• You’re “stuck” in a home (long-term commitment)
• Increased liability and responsibility
• Ownership is stressful!
• Taxes and insurance can rise
• Can be foreclosed on and lose your home

Rent Advantages

• Can be cheaper than a mortgage payment
• Fewer (if any) maintenance costs
• No down payment required (less deposit)
• No real estate taxes (renters insurance optional)
• Less stress (who cares, it’s not yours!)
• Freedom to move or downsize when necessary
• No risk of home price depreciation
• Some utility bills may be included
• Included amenities such as pool, gym, security
• Money can be used for other, more profitable investments
• Can’t be foreclosed on

Rent Disadvantages

• Rental payment often exceeds monthly cost of mortgage
• No ownership or wealth creation 
• Payments never stop when renting
• Rent will rise over time
• Must deal with a landlord or management company
• No tax benefits
• Rules, regulations, and limitations
• More temporary, less stability
• Always at the mercy of the property owner

$50k PRICE REDUCTION! 3031 Valevista Trl (Hollywood Hills) - OPEN HOUSE Sunday 5/19 from 2-5PM

$50k PRICE REDUCTION! --- OPEN HOUSE Sunday 5/19 from 2-5 PM

I will be hosting an open house in the beautiful Hollywood Hills on Sunday 4/21/13 from 2:00 to 5:00 PM at 3031 VALEVISTA TRAIL, Los Angeles, CA 90068! 

This beautiful home has 3 bedrooms strategically placed to offer spectacular views of the city and mountaintops and offers the latest energy conservation technologies such as L.E.D. lighting, nest wireless thermostat, tankless water heater, and skylights for natural sunlight!

Some other amenities include a cook's kitchen with granite counters and custom cabinetry, a spacious living room with floor to ceiling windows, a cozy gas fireplace, and 10-foot ceilings. The home also features an amazingly tranquil landscape with a large koi pond, relaxing waterfall, mature trees, outdoor fireplace, a small treehouse, and meticulously maintained gardens.

This home is priced to sell at an amazing $899,900!

Please contact me at (310) 717-1321 or JamieTian@RodeoRE.com for more information about this property or any other properties in Los Angeles. I would be happy to email you a list of available properties that fit your search criteria or provide a professional estimate of your home value.

Hope to see you at the open house!

Click for a VIRTUAL TOUR of the home!

Please visit my website at www.JamieTian.com to search homes currently for sale in the greater Los Angeles and Orange County areas (streamed live from the MLS). Make sure to zoom in your browser 100% or the map may not work correctly!

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