The buyer's home inspection is often dreaded by sellers. Usually, fear is present because sellers are uncertain what will be inspected and what might pop up as an unknown issue. Even if the home's major systems have been diligently maintained surprises do happen, and wear and tear will show itself under the microscope of a thorough home inspection. How can a seller prepare for this examination? Think of it as a test. If you, and your home, are adequately prepared the process will most likely end well with very few surprises. Depending on the age of the house there may be notations made about older electrical and plumbing systems. It is not necessary to upgrade every system in order to sell, unless there are major safety concerns which would limit the pool of available buyers for the pr... 07/05/2014

Academy Hill neighborhood  is located near the intersection of Palos Verdes Drive North and Crenshaw.  184 homes on a 58 acre tract are located in Academy Hill which has an Home Owners Association with voluntary $50/year dues that help pay for a yearly neighborhood party and other events. It has been described as a "tight knit" and "friendly" neighborhood where neighbors work together. Academy Hill is located an the unincorporated area of Palos Verdes Peninsula 90274 and is actually part of unincorporated Los Angeles County.  This area is home to the prestigious  Chadwick School which is a private school established in 1938 with Kindergarten through 12th Grade classes.  Chadwick actually owned the area that is now home to the Academy Hill neighborhood and sold off the land in the late ... 07/28/2010