Author: cgilles
Torrance High School – 100 Years Centennial Torrance High School will be celebrating it’s 100th birthday in 2017. Built in 1917, it’s the oldest high school in Torrance. Built with unique architectural design, it was honored with an Historic Building plaque in 1983. Hollywood has found its way to Torrance... Read More
Eastview area of Rancho Palos Verdes The Eastview area of Rancho Palos Verdes is known as the least expensive area of Rancho Palos Verdes. This area is on the East side of the Hill, on the Westside of Western Ave. Â As it faces East,... Read More
Pick of the Vine – Little Fish Theatre image by Little Fish Theatre It’s here!! Little Fish Theatre in San Pedro, Ca is now presenting, “Pick of the Vine”. Â After reviewing over 600 plays from around the world, Â Little Fish Theatre has chosen 10 short plays, 7-15Â minutes, that will make... Read More
The Making of the Torrance Rose Float for 2016 The bus ride – photo by c.gilles On Monday, December 28, I had the opportunity to lead a group of City of Torrance employees and officials to The Making of the Torrance Rose Float for 2016 in Irwindale, Ca... Read More
Happy Veteran’s Day 2015 Thank you for those who Served! In the Southern California area, we are blessed with many Veterans who have served our country proudly. As a THANK YOU, Â many of the restaurants, retail stores, parks and museums are offering special... Read More
Let’s Get Organized! So, you are getting ready to put your home on the market and your Realtor suggests that you DE-CLUTTER.  Or you have been frustrated with the excess clutter around your house? Are there piles stacked up but not sure where to put them? Or maybe just too much... Read More
The NEW Mortgage Process There is a NEW Mortgage Process. Starting October 3, 2015, getting a home loan will change.  This seems to affect mostly your loan disclosures and your estimate.  These are the forms that will let you know what your loan interest rate and costs will be. These have... Read More
Lomita 3 Bedroom Home Just Sold in 10 Days! Lomita, Ca – The Friendly City – Market Value August 2015 Lomita, Ca is located in the just South of the city of Torrance and on the border of Rolling Hills. The city is made up of multi-family dwellings, single family homes,... Read More
Your September Home Checklist What a great article with tips for simple decorating ideas for the fall.  Thanks to Houzz and Laura Gaskill. To-Dos: Your September Home Checklist... Read More
MAJOR changes to FHA Loan Guidelines Another change in the lending industry.  How will this affect you? If you or a family member are in the process of trying to buy a home, then you should know that new changes to FHA Loan Guidelines may drastically affect the ability of new home... Read More