Resources
Resources
Here you'll find a collection of contacts in the related fields of construction, inspections, loans, insurance, staging. You'll also find online resources that provide great information on real estate and the SoCal lifestyle.
RESOURCES
Connecting you with qualified vendors is one of my goals as an agent. A common worry with buyers and sellers is figuring out the right service provider for them. Sometimes having the right professional can make a difference in having a successful transaction or not.
To get you started, I've composed a list of contacts in the related fields of construction, inspections, loans, insurance, staging and much more that are useful whether you are buying or selling. Each contact has been used by my clients and are on par with the same hardwork, dedication and high level of customer service that I pride myself in. Of course, the choice is always yours when you are my client and I always recommend researching more on your own.
I've also come across wonderful online resources that provide great information on real estate and the SoCal lifestyle. Below are some of my favorite sites that I like to browse and refer clients to. Know of any other great sites? I'd love to hear about it! Feel free to drop me a line anytime.
HOME INSPECTORS
Accredited Property Inspection
(951) 318-5544 | www.accreditedpropertyinspection.com
Morrison Property Inspections
(877) 735-7050 | www.morrisoninspects.com
Detail Property Inspections
(818) 553-8198 | www.detailinspect.com
CSI - California Structure Inspectors
(855) 735-6274 | www.csinspectors.com
FOUNDATION INSPECTORS
Alpha Structural
(323) 300-2192 | www.alphastructural.com
Seismic Safety
(626) 791-2300 | www.seismicsafety.com
TERMITE INSPECTORS
Top Termite
(213) 365-8900 | Yelp Reviews
Borite Termite & Pest Treatments
(866) 905-7378 | www.borite.com
Del Rio
(626) 930-8722 | www.delriopestcontrol.com
SEWERLINE & PLUMBING INSPECTORS
Williams Sewer Line Inspector
(844) 739-3754 | www.sewerlineinspectors.com
AA Twin Brothers Plumbing
(310) 908-9324 | www.aatwinbrothersplumbing.com
MOLD, ASBESTOS, & LEAD PAINT SAMPLING
VM3 Environmental, Inc.
(866) 513-6653 | www.vm3enviro.com
Moisture & Mold Check Professionals
(818) 951-9120 | www.moistureandmold.com
Brian McKim - HouseAmerica Financial
(818) 421-4737 | www.houseamericafinancial.com/team/brian-mckim
Scott Griffin - Scott Griffin Financial
(310) 426-3948 | www.scottgriffin.com
ESCROW
Charity Skore - Escrow Officer | Icon Escrow
(818) 922-1449 | charity@icon.com
Maria Trangelo - Escrow Officer | Portfolio Escrow
(424) 203-1811 Ext. 360 | www.portfolioescrow.com
Kristen Hartwick - Escrow Officer | Glen Oaks Escrow
(818) 863-1339 | www.glenoaksescrow.com
TITLE
Mitch Litrov - Fidelity National Title
(800) 228-4853 |
INSURANCE & COVERAGE
Fidelity National Home Warranty
(800) 862-6837 | www.homewarranty.com
California Department of Insurance - Buying Residential Insurance
(800) 715-1383 | www.insurance.ca.gov
DISCOVER LOS ANGELES
Curbed Los Angeles
Discover LA
Eater LA
The Los Angeles Conservancy
Nextdoor
Walk Score
Metrolink
MOVING & PACKING
Moving.com
(855) 905-9725 | www.moving.com
USPS Mover's Guide
California DMV Change of Address
www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/home/dmv.htm?lang=en
Door to Door
(888) 366-7222 | www.doortodoor.com
Clutter
(800) 525-6219 | www.clutter.io
Simply Neat & Clean
(424) 302-3020 | www.simplyneatclean.com
Updater
SCHOOLS
Great Schools
Great Schools is an excellent resource in finding out information on public, private, and charter schools in your area. You're able to look at reviews, ratings, and test scores in order to find the best schools to suit your families needs and preferences.
LAUSD Resident School Finder
HELPFUL TAX INFORMATION
Los Angeles County Property Tax Information
IRS - Publication 530 (2013), Tax Information for Homeowners
IRS - Publication 521 (2013), Moving Expenses
IRS - Questions about Alternative Minimum Tax, Estates, Trusts, Tax Shelters, State Tax Inquiries
www.irs.gov/Help-&-Resources/Tools-&-FAQs/Other
IRS - Form 5695, Residential Energy Credits
www.irs.gov/uac/Form-5695,-Residential-Energy-Credits
IRS - Publication 547, Casualties, Disasters, and Thefts
www.irs.gov/uac/Publication-547,-Casualties,-Disasters,-and-Thefts