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What is the Lifecycle of a New Listing?
What happens when a home first hits the market? The first thing the public normally sees is the sign in the yard, the home is on the multiple list service (MLS) and it is officially "on the market". If a home is priced well and properly pre...
When Does A Sold Sign Go In The Yard?
What Does A SOLD Sign Mean? When is a home sold, really? Is it when the SOLD sign appears in the front yard? There are two steps to "sold". The first step is when the Homeseller accepts a purchase contract from a buyer. That buyer has (typi...
21 Best Moving Hacks
You need moving hacks because moving is overwhelming and stressful! Buying or selling your Glendale CA home is a big deal but moving can be an even bigger deal! It is typically difficult, stressful, overwhelming... the list goes on and on. Bu...
Cool Home Crush – Mid Century Before and After
This is a Transformation Story of a well-loved (but dated and tired) post and beam Mid Century home in Glendale- specifically, the magical Whiting Woods. Long time readers of our La Crescenta Neighborhood Guide know that Whiting Woods is one th...
Meet Arlene Edjourian, Architect and ADU expert
We don't use the term expert loosely..... When Kendyl wanted to make the DIGGS dream a reality she knew exactly who could transform the little shop they had just leased into the DIGGS space. Arlene Edjourian is a fantastic architect with...
My ADU: A firsthand look at converting a single family dwelling into a duplex
My family has owned a house with a potential accessory dwelling unit (ADU) built into the lower level in Glendale, CA for many years. The unconventional layout has always posed a challenge for renting it because a lot of families want the bedro...
Cool Home Crush – Mid Mod in Sycamore Woods
If you've visited our La Crescenta Neighborhood Guide you already know that Sycamore Woods is one of our favorite neighborhoods. This Sycamore Woods beauty is called a "Fab Fifties Ranch Refined"- and it really is. We are mad for the exp...
Our Favorite Glendale Things
I recently asked some of my Glendale Locals for their favorite thing (person, place, event, etc) in Glendale and the Foothills. I loved the answers- many are gems I had forgotten about, some were completely brand new and I can't wait to try th...
First 5 Things Every Home Seller Needs to Do
Congratulations! You've made a huge decision to sell your home. Here are the 5 most important things you should do, first. Find your Realtor I realize this sounds a bit self-serving, but identifying the Realtor who will guide you to sale e...
Meet Steve O’Bryan
I am super excited to bring back the super cool photography of Steve O'Bryan. We are having our reception to celebrate his art and all DIGGS proceeds from the sales will benefit the Dad's Club Robotics Team. Steve's photography is arresting....