Pasadena noted in “Real Homes of Genius”

I just wanted to mention that our city was featured on Dr. Housing Bubble’s blog a few days ago. The story of a $1 million home is highlighted here. In general, I think that long time homeowners are going to be fine, and will have a nice profit if they were to sell. (Peter Hong’s [...]

$52 Million Pasadena estate

As I mentioned, Choala Yummy and I enjoy walking around town to get some exercise. Earlier today, we wandered over to Peet’s on Lake Avenue (which is by the defunct Wild Oats market). Afterwards, we decided to stroll around the neighborhood. We were lost in conversation when we ambled past this monstrous house. What little [...]

Mr. & Mrs. Choala’s new abode

Newsflash: If the “nightmare before christmas” post wasn’t clear enough, we are getting married! C.yummy and I were born in Southern California, and we’d like to share some history of our home. Since 1542, many people have laid claim to this land. The flags of Spain, Mexico, England, Russia, and the United States have been [...]

Finding a Home – Woodbury

Like countless other couples before us, we embarked on the long, tiring, and confusing journey of visiting model homes. Of course, it all starts well enough. Beautifully appointed homes decorated by professionals, filled with the smells of freshly baked cookies and brewed coffee. In the current SoCal environment, we know we won’t be able to [...]