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Black Professionals Spotlight: Bank On It Financial Coaching

Financial coach Terry Banks started Bank On It Financial Coaching to help clients gain financial literacy and skills to empower them to live better lives. Read our Q+A with Terry below. 1. Tell us about your business, how you got started, and why you’re passionate about it. I’m a financial coach. I specialize in guiding professionals to efficiently manage their finances so that they can...

What's Happening This Week: May 10, 2021

Los Angeles Greater Area Follow the signs to spring at Descanso Stepping into Descanso Gardens in May is like walking into extravagance overload. What delights are you missing by not knowing where to look? Fortunately, now you can follow the Signs of Spring—a scattering of flowery guideposts that guide you to special highlights, then tell you what you’re looking at.  Courtesy of Descanso Gardens Here’s...

A masterpiece emerges on the Newport Coast

16 Coral Ridge is a newly constructed masterpiece boasting panoramic views overlooking the Pacific Ocean. This rare, custom home features a Northern Italian facade, lush landscaping, European flooring and designer finishes throughout. The residence offers an abundance of natural light shining through its expansive doors, windows and glass enclosed central courtyard. The chef’s kitchen is anchored by a marble center island and replete with custom...

The art of the high-rise: 181 Fremont’s exhibition

Located over 580 feet in the sky, 181 Fremont’s newly launched listing Residence 62B features incredible views of San Francisco. And as if it needed even more eye candy, the fully furnished residence from designer Aubrey Maxwell will house Podium II, the latest in 181 Fremont’s series of art exhibitions. Photo Credit: David Livingston Curated by 181 Fremont’s Art Advisor Holly Baxter & Associates, Podium...

An entertainer’s dream: The summer’s top backyard upgrades

The pandemic forced people to spend more time at home, making homeowners across the country look at their properties with new eyes. Many saw opportunities for remodelling and updates to accommodate spending the majority of time within the confines of their homes. And with many businesses still not conducting business as usual, Americans have spent the last year creating multipurpose areas in and around their...

What's Happening This Week: May 3, 2021

Los Angeles Greater Area Gorgeous Mother’s Day brunches This year more than ever, the day has got to be unforgettable. And from LA to OC, these are the places devoted to making it so. Dazzing waterfront? Lavish garden? Perfect patio? Whichever one you choose, you can be sure Mom will know she’s cherished. Photo courtesy of Mama Shelter Los Angeles Getty Villa unveils major show...

Waterfront architectural in Belvedere

Floating above San Francisco Bay, this incomparable waterfront Corinthian Island home is truly breathtaking. The landscape is reminiscent of Portofino, and the lifestyle is quintessential California. “We travelled with one of the NBA’s Golden State Warriors players from 27 Bellevue to Chase Stadium in SF in the owner’s Catalyst 45 boat,” listing agent Bill Smith said. “We made it in ten minutes.” Custom built in...

What's Happening This Week: April 28, 2021

Los Angeles Greater Area Pasadena … wine country? Over a century ago, long before Napa and Sonoma, LA was the epicenter of California winemaking. And a Pasadena neighborhood was in the middle of the boom. Today, two young vintners have moved their business to Lamada Park, still zoned for winemaking. Launched in turbulent year, it’s stirring up new interest in natural wine. Courtesy of Good...

Secluded ranch in the hills of Topanga

Nestled in a secluded canyon in the hills of Topanga, this stunning horse ranch, formerly owned by Emmy and Golden Globe-winning producer Beth Sullivan, features a magnificent custom home on 16 glorious unspoiled acres. The property is comprised of six bedrooms and six bathrooms with a grand living room, formal library, billiards room, theater, office, playroom, staff quarters, guest suite, and gym. The open kitchen...

Where We Are Now: April 26, 2021

  Taxes & Housing Migration 4:53 AM PST Team –  Yesterday, I listened to the weekly Goldman Sachs “Pre-Open Macro” call. Essentially, the macro economic issues that will likely drive this week’s market trends. The two (of six) most dynamic issues discussed were: capital gains tax, and the equity markets anticipation. Taxes: The general sentiment was the suggested capital gains increase was a timing surprise...