Week 1: Effective Heating and Cooling Water Heaters: On demand water heaters (Tankless) eliminate the need for a tank of hot water to be kept heated at all times, plus a solar water heater on the roof. Every day you get about 40 gallons of hot water for free. Tankless water heaters provide hot water on demand at a preset temperature rather than storing it, which reduces or eliminates standby losses. Replacing an electric water heater with a solar model can reduce costs by up to 80 percent a year, and over the 20-year lifespan of the appliance will prevent more than 50 tons of carbon dioxide emissions. Tankless water heaters also minimize piping and reduce standby heat loss. Water in the system is preheated by a solar thermal system on the roof of the house. The photovoltaic system can a... 01/31/2011

We are ready to make an offer: How much did the Seller pay for this Property?Just recently I was asked by a first time buyer this question.  Great question if you are curious or if you want to know if the seller is underwater due to higher loan to current value. If you know the answer to this question you can make a better offer and get an understanding of what to potentially expect as far as upcoming negotiations. I also think the next question that needs to be answered at the same time is what are the recent sales comparable to the subject property we are about to make an offer. I also find it is important to see what the active inventory is as well. Keeping in mind, when this question was raised, my buyers already had the answer to the Active as well as the Sold properties.  What I h... 01/27/2011

  The Culver City Symphony Orchestra presents:   Women, American composers,...American Beat This concert is part of the orchestra's American Beat series in which an American orchestra performs music of American composers. It is also a historic perspective of works by Women composers from the turn of last century, to the mid-century and late 20th Century; to contemporary composers.The concert is Saturday, January 29, 2011, 8:00P.M., at Veteran's Memorial Auditorium, 4117 Overland Avenue, Culver City; at the corner of Culver Boulevard and Overland Avenue. Free parking is available. This concert is under the direction of its Conductor-Frank Fetta. For concert information please visit our web site: www.culvercitysymphony.org or call 310-717-5500 or send an e-mail to info@culvercitysymphony.... 01/24/2011

If you are looking at Culver City real estate with an eye to buying a home, or you are thinking of selling your home in Culver City, you are probably wondering how the housing market did in 2010. Culver City still remains a desirable place to live.  It is an artistic community with an ever growing number of restaurants opening.  And the metro line in phase one of constructions, slated to carry passengers from downtown to Santa Monica, is only going to increase the housing values in the area. Culver City real estate still remains affordable, and if you have any interest in income property, Culver City does not have rent control! So how did Culver City real estate do in 2010? The Culver City single family housing market remains very strong.  Inventory is fairly low, average days on the ma... 01/20/2011

PROJECT INFORMATION   Project Status Update Open House for the West End Corridor of the Expo Light Rail Line. At this meeting we will update you on construction progress and inform you of upcoming construction activities.Please join us: Thursday, November 18, 20106:30 - 8:00 pmCulver City Senior Center4095 Overland AvenueCulver City, CA 90232(On-site free parking is available) Click here to view the invitation.   24-Hour Construction Hotline: (213) 922-3976Note: Please leave a message and your contact information and someone will get back to you. In case of emergency, please contact Angela Winston at (213) 568-5311.     Expo Construction Notice: Temporary Full Closure of Washington BoulevardWhat:    Temporary full closure of Washington Boulevard west of National Boulevard in Culver City... 01/15/2011

ADOPT A FAMILY FOR THE HOLIDAYS MAKE DREAMS COME TRUE FOR 150 CHILDREN THIS HOLIDAY SEASON Please join Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles as we provide 57 deserving families with a holiday they will never forget! Just $250 will sponsor a family BUT any amount will help. Your contribution will see to it that our partner families and their children will experience the blessings and magic of the holidays.   You will not just be giving money but a gift that someone can unwrap with their families.    HERE IS HOW YOU CAN GIVE THE GIFT OF THE HOLIDAYS TO FAMILIES IN NEED:    ·        Adopt a family with a donation of $250. ·        Contribute a monetary donation of any amount  or an in-kind donation such as a gift card that will go towards adopting a family. ·        Fundraise with y... 12/09/2010

  WHAT IS AN APPRAISAL? A real estate appraisal is an estimate of value that comes  from a state licensed or certified real estate appraiser. The time an appraiser is at your property depends upon the size, complexity and construction of the structure. A small property can take only a short time to photograph, measure and determine condition and aging of the dwelling, or a larger property can take a much longer time to complete the same task. Many things will be taken into consideration by the appraiser when giving an opinion of value. Once the property has been inspected and evaluated, it is then that the appraisal process begins. Research into market areas, analysis of property information, comparison of data, the appraiser's personal knowledge and experience, location, age of buildin... 12/02/2010

Did you know...   Architects have been voted the sexiest male professionals in a survey of women's ideal partners. The survey, conducted by the introduction agency Drawing Down the Moon, found that women favored architects "due to the esteem associated with the profession". Architects are seen as being "balanced and rounded individuals who combine a creative approach with a caring, thoughtful disposition", the survey found. It concluded: "Their ability to cope with pressure of work in a relaxed manner was also deemed to be a significant plus."   Male architects beat stockbrokers, doctors, and film directors on the top spot.   Architectural Terms Banding Different materials, colours or textures used in horizontal bands along a wall.     Bargeboard Bargeboard was used in early English wo... 11/15/2010

Check out our Art Galleries! Blythe Projects5797 Washington BoulevardCulver City, CA 90232310.990.3501www.blytheprojects.netCardwell Jimmerson Contemporary Art8568 Washington BoulevardCulver City, CA 90232310.815.1100www.cardwelljimmerson.com Carmichael Gallery of Contemporary Art5795 Washington BoulevardCulver City, CA 90232323.969.0600www.carmichaelgallery.comCorey Helford Gallery8522 Washington BoulevardCulver City, CA 90232310.287.2340www.coreyhelfordgallery.com Fresh Paint Art Advisors9355 Culver Boulevard, Suite BCulver City, CA 90232310.558.9355www.freshpaintart.com ECF Gallery8740 Washington BoulevardCulver City, CA  90232310.204-3300www.ecf.net Faraci Art + Design at Thos. Moser8705 Washingon BoulevardCulver City, CA  90232424.603.4970www.faraciart.com Gallery 96101 Washington ... 11/06/2010

2010 Annual Downtown Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration Thursday December 2, 2010 at 6pm Town Plaza(Next To The Culver Hotel and Pacific Theatres)Light the Holiday Tree; with Linwood Howe Elementary School Choir and Culver City High School AVPA Chamber Singers*Hot Cider and Cocoa and Other Festive Goodies To Be Served*Special Guests:  Mayor Armenta and Members of City Council*SPECIAL APPEARANCE BY SANTA CLAUS! Enjoy one of Culver City's exciting Restaurants for Dinner Presented by: the Downtown Business Association, City of Culver City and Culver City Redevelopment Agency Free Parking 11/06/2010

Homes In Los Angeles For Sale- Culver City Villa-SOLD TODAY-All Cash Buyerr-Closed in 10 Days! Overview Maps Photos Description Market Stats $879,000 Single Family Home Main Features 3 Bedrooms4 BathroomsInterior: 2320 sqft Location 4128 LINCOLN AVECulver City, CA 90232USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Like" button below: Stephen Munson (877) 636-0444getinthehouse@gmail.comhttp://www.getinthehouse.com Listed by: Listings are current and those of this and other brokers Our recent listings Homes For Sale Pasadena Ca-Bungalow-Wood Floors,Fire Place-Fixer- 3% Down HomePath ProperyHomes In Los Angeles For Sale- 3 Bed & 2 Bath-Hardwood Floors, Beautiful Landscaping -FHAHomes For Sale Pasadena Ca- Updated Spanish Style With Original CharmHomes ... 11/05/2010

The Culver City Symphony Orchestra starts its 48th Season with a concert, Veterans Day Remembrance-Remembering Heroes,  on Saturday, November 13, 2010, 8:00P.M., at Veteran's Memorial Auditorium, 4117 Overland Avenue, at Veterans Park. This concert is under the direction of the orchestra's Conductor-Frank Fetta.   Program:Frank Fetta - ConductorMedley of Themes for the United States Armed ForcesStravinsky: Pulcinella Suite, Excerpts (1920)Schumann: Cello Concerto, (1850), Peter Myers-CelloBeethoven: Symphony No. 3, "Eroica" (1803)Conductor Fetta worked with Igor Stravinsky.  We perform Stravinsky's popular Pulcinella Suite, to continue our ongoing relationship with this titan of 20th Century Music.While there is no admission charge to attend this concert, and donations and membership to... 11/04/2010

November 6th, 2010Time 10 am to 4 pmLocation: La Ballona Elementary,1014 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA. 90232(Festival is at the back of the school on the playground, off Matteson Ave. & College Ave.)All proceeds benefit the La Ballona School. This event is especially fun for 4 to 13 year olds .... Festival will include Games, inflatables, Food, Live music, This is sponsored by by La Ballona Educational Partners and La Ballona PTA. 11/04/2010

The Metro Café in Culver City (Los Angeles) CA  Our visit to the Metro Café the other night was a complete surprise. In a good way, or I wouldn't take time to chat about it.  You sort of hate to spread the good word about some places, because then they might become too popular and crowded. That's the risk, I suppose, with the Metro Café.  The Metro Café, as it's called (the red neon sign outside declares it the Metro Diner), is rather non-descript, located on the first floor of the Travel Lodge. Not the sort of place lots of people would gravitate towards for a good dining experience.  They'd be wrong.  Our daughter and her husband had been a number of times and raved about it, so it was time to check it out - I'm glad we did.  The Metro Café is small, holding less than 40 or so I'd say... 11/03/2010

Bistro Laurent in Culver City, CA (Los Angeles) This guy greeted us at the door at Bistro Laurent where we went to brunch this morning. It was a very suitable beginning to this Halloween Day. HAPPY HALLOWEEN, by the way. Even though it's about over. Bistro Laurent is the second restaurant by the same owner, Cafe Laurent being a long-time favorite on Overland in LA. Seems we hardly ever leave LA without having brunch there. Their pastries are amazing, and brunch is always good, no matter what we order. Bistro Laurent, at 3936 Sepulveda, has only been open a couple of months, following a lenghty period of bureaucracy with Culver City around their licensing. But thankfully they are past that and starting to see their business growing. There was a minor goof in an order for one of our group... 10/31/2010

  What's Going on With Ballona Creek? Propositions 12 and 13 (park bonds and water quality measures) in 2000 granted state funds to improve environmental, aesthetic, and recreational aspects of Ballona Creek. This is great news to all of us who live and work in Culver City! Areas of Interest are Ecosystem restoration (wildlife habitat and native vegetation); Landscaping to make the bikepath more inviting; Interpretative Walking Paths Handicapped Access Improved access Improvement of water quality Improvements to the Bikepath Maintenance amenities such as cafes, bike repair shops and restrooms. Maximizing the educational potential of the Creek Creating connections to other bike trails and facilities along the length of the trail 10/30/2010

  Architectural Terms Abacus The uppermost portion of a capital directly below the entablature or the arch spring. Usually these are just plain square slabs, but sometimes they are molded or decorated.     Accolade Two ogee curves meeting in the middle to form a decorative treatment, used over an arch, door, or window.     Acropodium An elevated plinth or pedestal bearing a statue, generally raised above the substructure.     Architectural Styles Cape Cod (1600s - 1950s) The first Cape Cod style homes were built by English colonists who came to America in the late 17th century. They modeled their homes after the half-timbered houses of England, but adapted the style to the stormy New England weather. Read More       Georgian Colonial (1690s - 1830s) Georgian Colonial became the rave in... 10/15/2010

                Some things a Buyer Agent will do for you Leave no "stone unturned" -A Buyer Agent will look at every possible avenue for listings that meet your criteria.Including FSBO, unlisted and Pocket listing property. Use their industry connections - A Buyer Agent often has builder connections as well as connections with other professionals who have unlisted property for sale, to help you achieve your home purchase goals Use their background to your advantage- Some Buyer Agents have business or commercial background that can be advantageous to you. Obtain a Property Disclosure- Find out everything the seller knows about the condition of the property. Maker sure you review it and understand it. Recommend Inspections- Make suggestions on licensed inspection companies,in order to pr... 10/07/2010

 Bring your Wheel Barrows and shovels and get Organic Compost FREE!  Culver City Public Works Environmental Programs and Operations along with Culver City Linwood Howe Booster Club is happy to be part of the gardening revolution here in Culver City.   10 tons of organic compost will be made available to residents for self hauling. First come, first serve until 1pm or until it's gone. Bring a truck, bag or wheelbarrow and self haul as much as you need for your garden. Some rakes and shovels will be available for use, bring yours if you have them.   Where: Linwood Howe School Teacher Parking Lot 4100 Irving Place, Culver City   When: October 2, 2010 9am-1pm   For more information: Public Works Environmental Programs And Operations 310.253.6411 or greenteam@linhoweboosters.com 09/28/2010

  Culver High School Football Schedule 　 　 09/03 at 7 p.m. Football 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Final           Lost River (W) @ - - - -   24           Culver (L) - - - -   2           Box Score                   　 09/10 at 7 p.m. Football 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Final           Culver (W) @ - - - -   19           Heppner (L) - - - -   14           Box Score                   　 09/17 at 7 p.m. Football 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Final           Vernonia (L) @ - - - -   0           Culver (W) - - - -   34           Box Score                   　 09/24 at 7 p.m. Football 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Final           Culver (W) @ - - - -   12           Grant Union (L) - - - -   6           Box Score                   　 10/08 at 7 p.m. Football Time   Culver @ 7 p.m.   Santiam     Box Score   　 10/15 at 7 p.m. Football Time   Culver @ ... 09/27/2010