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July 14th, 2010
Chisholm Estates
Chisholm Estates is a group of approximately 200 homes…
By: Tim McLaughlin
In Van Nuys situated in the heart of the San Fernando valley. It’s located north of Van Owen, south of Sherman Way, and west of Sepulveda to the 405 freeway. A large number of the homes in the neighborhood were built between 1948-1950, by James Chisholm who originally named his development Chisholm Woods. Chisholm homes have been known for their oversized lots, good craftsmanship and are perfect examples of California ranch homes. The neighborhood was a walnut grove during the turn of the 20th century and some of the walnut trees are still there today. When they were originally built the homes sold for between $22,000-$25,000 and today they sell for between $500,000 and $600,000.
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Posted by Tim Mclaughlin on July 14th, 2010
June 4th, 2010
Tax Bills Fall for Homeowners
The average annual tax bill for affected homeowners will fall between $1,500 and $1,800
By: Tim McLaughlin
After reviewing, 405,000 homes, LA County Assessor Rober Quon said the average tax bill should drop this year.
For single-family homes, the average value reduction was $162,000, amounting to an average property tax savings of $1,800, Quon said. For condos, the average reduction was $133,000, or an average savings of $1,500. The lower assessed values will be reflected on the property tax bills sent out in October.
William Roberts, director of the San Fernando Valley Economic Research Center at California State University, Northridge, said the reduction in property taxes is going to help many homeowners.
“It’s been a real struggle and a lot of people have lost their homes,” Roberts said. “This may give some people the ability to stay in homes where they have had difficulty making the payments.”
But in this case, what’s good for homeowners is definitely not good for a county government struggling for new revenue.The assessed value of properties in the county is expected to drop 2.3 percent this year – compared to just a .05 percent dip last year, Quon said. The drop, the largest in recent history, will further reduce the county’s property tax revenues, which have already fallen by $132 million in the last two years.
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Posted by Tim Mclaughlin on June 4th, 2010
May 24th, 2010
Cloudy Tap Water in Studio City?
The reason for cloudy tap water…
By: Tim Maclaughlin
Ok, we’ve all had that bashful, unsure moment before we take the first sip of super cloudy water. Is the water dirty? Should I really be drinking this? Well, I recently learned that cloudy tap water, which I’ve been experiencing in Studio City as of late, is actually a natural phenomenon. Turns out, the cold water within DWP’s underground pipe holds undissolved air. Usually, the colder the water, the more air within the water. And, when the water is under pressure, it holds even more air.
Due to the recent run off from the Sierra’s, the water this time of year is all snow melt, making the water exceedingly cold. When that water finally makes it into your warm home, the air begins to escape in the form of those bubbles, which causes the cloudiness in the liquid.
You may see the cloudiness fluctuate depending on weather – unusually warm days may increase the bubbles. I always see this phenomenon in places like Mammoth during the summer.
The main thing to remember is that the bubbles are natural and are not an indicator of unhealthy drinking water.
Stay thirsty my friends.
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Posted by Tim Mclaughlin on May 24th, 2010
March 15th, 2010
Harvard Westlake Diver Qualifies for C.I.F.
Schuyler Moore
By: Tim McLaughlin
One of my Senior divers, Schuyler Moore, bested 9 other divers to win the Rio Mesa Diving Invitational at Rio Mesa High School, Oxnard, CA. this past Saturday (March 13th). Schuyler scored a pool record total of 519 points for the 11 dive contest outscoring Casey Rakauskas, Calabasas High by over 100 points, who placed second with a score of 413 points, and Montana Monahan of El Camino Real High with 367 points. Schuyler’s victory automatically qualifies her for the C.I.F southern section championships to be held in May and also makes her eligible for All American honors. She trains with Tom Stebbins and the Bruin dive club and will be attending Harvard in the fall.
Great job Schuyler!
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Posted by Tim Mclaughlin on March 15th, 2010
October 8th, 2009
A Touch of Romance in Sherman Oaks
Offering unforgettable flowers & gifts.
John Glebocki
By: Tim McLaughlin
Located at 14325 Ventura Blvd. at the corner of Tyrone and next to the Handywash car wash, A TOUCH OF ROMANCE offers the freshest flowers for all occasions and at great prices.
John Glebocki, the owner, has been at the location for over 20 years and he takes great pride in his arrangements and the quality of his flowers. Stop in and let John assist you with his vast array of flowers, gifts and garden delights.
Drop by at: 14325 Ventura Blvd. Sherman Oaks
818-907-7013
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Posted by Tim Mclaughlin on October 8th, 2009
