Home Interior 2011: October 2010

Sunday, October 31, 2010

Trendy Blonde Layered Hairstyles for 2010

Layered haircuts come in short hair, mid length and also very long hair. Definitely regarded as feminine, layered styles are good if you are growing your hair from the bob hair cut to medium length. Layered haircuts with fringes are a great option to cover the broad forehead or to bring symmetry to the long face. Blonde layered haircuts are wonderful hairstyles for women. Here are some examples

Claire Danes Long Blonde Straight Hairstyles

Movie stars often change their hair styles for the many rolls they play and Claire Danes is no exception. You can see celebrity hairstyles Claire Danes in pictures below.

Paris Hilton Blonde Bob Hairstyles

Checkout this fabulous bob hairstyle worn by the always fashionable Paris Hilton. A great fringe hairstyle which lines the jaw for an edgy look for 2010 spring fashion trends.

Miley Cyrus Long Wavy Hairstyles

Miley Cyrus, daughter of country singer Billy Ray Cyrus, is a popular actress and singer. She is best known for playing Hannah Montana in the TV show of the same name. In addition to being an actress, Miley is a very successful singer who performs both as herself and as her character Hannah Montana.A beautiful and great actress like Miley Cyrus surely has a lot of fan. Miley Cyrus has great

Saturday, October 30, 2010

Thoth - Zamglenie (2010)

Artist: Thoth
Album: Zamglenie
Year: 2010
Genre: Black Metal
Country: Poland
Quality: mp3@320kbps
Size: 79 MB

1. Neurocosmos 03:46
2. Przeklęty 03:03
3. Armia Głupców 03:24
4. Martwa Noc 04:06
5. Zamglenie 05:23
6. Moc Czekania 03:10
7. Amnezja 04:03
8. To Tylko Jesień 03:34
9. Monotonia 04:11

Total playing time: 34:42

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Palm Springs Real Estate and Homes for Sale

Find Palm Springs homes for sale on my Palm Springs real estate blog. It remains a fantastic time to purchase a Palm Springs vacation home or full-time residence. I can show you a good selection of mid-century modern, California Ranch, Spanish-style ranch, Spanish Revival, cottage and single-level condos, located in many of Palm Springs' most popular neighborhoods and condo communities.

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Mid century modern in Twin Palms neighborhood, Palm Springs, CA

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Here is the activity for the 25th and 26th of October, 2010

Central Palm Springs:

New Listings:

409 Village Sq. W., Village Racquet Club, 2/2, $129,600.

858 Village Sq N., Village Racquet Club, 3/3, $169,000.

500 E Amado Rd., #624, Deauville, 2/2, $289,900.

550 N Calle Marcus, Ruth Hardy Park, 2/2, $361,000. (foreclosure)

987 N Fairview Cir., Vista Las Palmas, 4/3, $869,000.

466 S Patencio Rd., Tennis Club, 5/4, $1,095,000.

855 W Via Vadera, Vista Las Palmas, 2/3, $1,495,000.

588 N Patencio Rd., Old Las Palmas, 5/5, $2,799,000.

In Escrow:

400 N Sunrise Way, #115, Catalina Grove, 2/2, 91,000. (foreclosure)

1189 Via Tenis, Sunrise Racquet Club, 2/2, $144,500.

1051 Villorio Dr., S., Villorio, 2/2, $250,000.

2057 Paseo Roseta, Sunrise Park, 3/2, $299,900. (foreclosure)

1111 E Tachevah Dr., Ruth Hardy Park, 3/2.25, $419,000.

1168 Abrigo Rd., Vista Las Palmas, 4/3, $879,000.

610 N dry Falls Rd., Vista Las Palmas, 3/3, $979,000.

1060 W Cielo Dr., Little Tuscany, 3/3, $1,097,800. (foreclosure)

Sold:

280 S Avenida Caballeros, #205, Caballeros Estates, 2/2, $64,050. (foreclosure)

1159 Ganador Cir., Sunrise Racquet Club, 3/2, $190,000.

933 N Calle Loro, Sun Villas, 4/3, $384,000.

South Palm Springs:

New Listings:

1655 E Palm Canyon Dr., #511, Smoketree Racquet Club, 1/1, $53,000. (foreclosure)

5125 E Waverly Dr., #B18, Palm Canyon Villas, 2/2, $109,900.

45 Portola Dr., Los Pueblos, 3/2.5, $225,000.

870 E Palm Canyon Dr., #205, Biltmore Colony, 2/2, $235,000.

2175 S Brentwood Dr., Tahquitz Creek Golf, 3/2, $389,000.

1840 S Caliente Rd., Twin Palms, 3/2, $400,000.

682 S Roxbury Dr., Los Compadres, 3/2, $549,000.

1048 S Calle Marcus, Deepwell, 3/3, $798,000.

In Escrow:

840 E Palm Canyon Dr., #201, Biltmore Colony, 2/2, $219,000.

1111 E Ramon Rd #87., Ramona Villas, 2/2, $230,000.

7650 Calle Mazamitla, CAthedral Canyon Country Club, 3/2, $249,000.

727 S Orange Ave., Demuth Park, 3/2, $105,500. (foreclosure)

1828 S Aquanetta Dr., Twin Palms, 3/2, 499,000.

Sold:

2393 S skyview Dr., #34, Canyon View Condos, 2/2, $95,000.

2601 S Broadmoor Dr., #62, Summerset Springs, 2/2, $125,000.

1952 S Yucca Pl., Twin Palms, 3/2, $450,000.

Source: Desert Area MLS. Listings/sales are not necessarily those of Russell Hill/Windermere Real Estate

Russell Hill Lic #01427657 760.902.3121 RussellHill@dc.rr.com

Most Expensive Homes for 2010

The places mentioned in this list are definitely not up for sale anytime soon. Enjoy the list folks.

1. “Antilla”, Mumbai - $ 1 Billion

This is a custom build 27 story towering mansion which is around 570 feet. This is the home of the world’s fifth richest man, Mukesh Ambani, head of Indian petro-chemical giant Reliance Industries.

2. Villa Leopolda, Cote d’Azur France - $ 525 Million

This villa is around 80,000 square foot built in 1902 by King Leopold II of Belgium and has sports courts, a bowling alley, multiple kitchens, dining rooms and a movie theatre.

3. One Hyde Park, The Penthouse London - $ 200 Million

This has been built as a home for the rich and famous complete with SAS guard, bullet proof windows, iris scanners, panic rooms and a secret tunnel to the nearby Mandarin Hotel. The building has communal spas, squash courts and wine tasting rooms, and the penthouse is served by 24 hour room service.

4. Fairfield Pond, The Hamptons - $ 170 Million

This 63 acre home is considered the largest residential compound in America. The 29 bedroom beachfront home of publicity shy billionaire Ira Rennert has five sports courts, a bowling alley and a $150,000 hot tub.

5. Hearst Mansion, Beverly Hills - $ 165 Million

This mansion features 29 bedrooms and three pools and became a pop-culture icon after being used in The Godfather movie, when the infamous severed horse’s head turned up in the owner’s bed. The fact that assassinated President John F Kennedy stayed in the mansion during his honeymoon also added to its status. The house has some notable neighbors, including Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes and David and Victoria Beckham.

6. Franchuck Villa, Kensington - $ 161 Million

This Victorian Villa was a girl’s prep school until 1997, when it was bought and upgraded in 2006. After receiving a £10 million overhaul it was purchased by Ukrainian AIDS philanthropist, Elena Franchuk, and renamed the Franchuk Villa.

7. “The Pinnacle”, Montana - $ 155 Million

This is the home of Time and Edra Blixseth, owners of the billionaires-only golf and ski resort “Yellowstone Club” in Montana. It will be the largest and grandest property on the resort, but is still small in comparison to some of those on this list, with only 10 bedrooms and bathrooms with fireplaces.

8. “The Manor”, Los Angeles - $ 150 Million

The home of Aaron Spelling has 123 rooms for his family to choose from, an indoor skating rink, multiple pools, three kitchens, sports courts, private orchard, and a bowling alley. The home, which he had built from scratch in 1991 and also has a room used exclusively for wrapping presents and an entire floor dedicated to closet space.

9. Updown Court, Windlesham, Surrey - $ 139 Million

This home was the 3rd most expensive home in 2008. What is interesting however, is that in 2008 it was valued at $110million, meaning its value has grown substantially even during such difficult financial times.

10. Dracula’s Castle , Romania - $ 135 Million

Built in the 14th century, the castle is now a national monument and museum thanks to the legend surrounding it. It has 57 rooms in total, including 17 bedrooms filled with antiques and historical artifacts.

Check this real estate guide blog from now and then for more interesting lists and helpful real estate tips.

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Here is the activity for October 22, 23 and 24, 2010

Central Palm Springs

New Listings:

400 N Sunrise Way, #111, Catalina Grove, 1/1, $69,000.

291 E Mel Ave., #341, Rancho El Mirador, 2/2, $135,000.

1013 Villorio Dr.., S., Villorio, 2/2.5, $194,900. (foreclosure)

2480 Quincy Way, Sun Villas, 3/3, $578,000.

1400 N Fiesta Rd., Ruth Hardy Park, 3/2.5, $629,000.

811 N Rose Ave., Vista Las Palmas, 4/3, $729,000.

243 S Cahuilla Rd., St Baristo, 3/3, $890,000.

In Escrow:

860 N Indian Canyon, Movie Colony, 2/2, $100,000. (foreclosure)

401 S El Cielo Rd., #177, La Palme, 2/2, $114,900. (foreclosure)

2010 E Chia Rd., Sagewood, 3/2, $189,900.

Sold:

314 E Stevens Rd., Lantana Lodge, studio, $32,100. (foreclosure + over asking)

1025 Tamarisk Rd., Ruth Hardy Park, 3/3.5, $745,000.

South Palm Springs:

New Listings:

2700 Golf Club Dr., #110, Esprit, 1/1, $80,600. (foreclosure)

1637 Miramar Plaza, Fairways, 3/2, $114,900. (foreclosure)

1900 Golf Club Dr., #1, Mountain Shadows, 2/1.5, $159,000.

2727 S Sierra Madre, #8, Sierra Madre, 2/2.25, $199,900. (foreclosure)

2171 S Madrona Dr., Canyon Estates, 3/2.5, $399,000.

1304 E Sierra Way, Canyon Estates, 3/2.5, $475,000.

2105 Lawrence St., 3/2, $139,500.

In Escrow:

5300 E Waverly Dr., #3106, Palm Springs Golf/Tennis, 1/1, $40,000. (foreclosure)

5301 E Waverly Dr., #164, Palm Canyon Villas, 1/1.5, $80,000. (foreclosure)

5301 E Waverly Dr., #147, Palm Canyon Villas, 2/2, $102,600.

2701 E Mesquite Ave., #HH188, Mesquite Country Club, 2/2, $175,000.

1905 Marguerite St., 4/2, $212,900. (foreclosure)

435 E Bogert Trl., Andreas Hills, 4/4.5, $849,000.

Sold:

5301 E Waverly Dr., #221, Palm Canyon Villas, 2/2, $93,000. (foreclosure)

2001 E Camino Parocela, #I60, Mesquite Country Club, 2/2, $178,000.

1100 S San Joaquin Dr., Los Compadres, 3/2, $250,000.

511 S Beverly Dr., Los Compadres, 4/4, $440,000.

3674 Andreas Hills Dr., Andreas Hills, 4/4, $1,300,000.

Source: Desert Area MLS. Listings/sales are not necessarily those of Russell Hill/Windermere Real Estate

Russell Hill Lic #01427657 760.902.3121 RussellHill@dc.rr.com

Sharon Stone Short Crop Hairstyles

When it comes to short hairstyles and the women of hollywood, they are few and far between. But if anyone can pull off this short crop hairstyle and remain just as sexy, its gotta be the amazingly beautiful and ageless actress Sharon Stone.

2010 Bridal Hairstyles for Women

Wedding Hairstyles have to be the best viewed wedding hair styles as bride is the center of care. The first important step to getting important bridesmaids hairstyles is to reserve as simple as possible. Too many extentions, too big of curls, too many attachment tend to make your bridesmaid hairstyles standout too much.You can compound the hairstyles of your prized stars and create a perfect look

2010 Short Funky Hairstyles Trends

Funky hairstyles are usually considered the exclusive domain of the young and rebellious, but in truth, things like punk haircuts can be modified to suit any class or age group. Funky hairstyles do not even have to be dictated by a particular haircut, but can simply be the result of styling products. Conversely, punk haircuts can be toned down to be more conservative.

Jessica Alba Long Blonde Hairstyles

When it comes to trying out a new hairstyle, Jessica Alba is never one to shy away from a fashion statement. As we see here in these pictures of Jessica Alba with her beautiful long blonde flowing hair. Jessica Alba can definitely pull off the blonde hairstyle for 2010, but i think she looks considerably more sexy with her natural dark hair color.

Megan Fox Long Straight Brunette Hairstyles

Megan Fox never fails when it comes to looking beautiful and fashionable, and the hairstyles she dawns are always breathtaking to say the least. Lets have a look at one of her best hairstyles, the long straight brunette hairstyle for 2010. Her long flowing shimmering hair is second to none.

Friday, October 29, 2010

Getting Onto the Property Ladder in Venice: High-Cost Market Tests Affordability, But Owning By the Beach is Better than Owning the S & P 500 by a Country Mile

This is a post by Luke G-Jones.

Most long-term residents of Los Angeles aspire to climb onto the property ladder at some point. And when they do, the usual tough decisions prevail: “I don’t want to leave the area I’ve come to love, but I can’t afford it”, “I don’t want to have to downgrade in terms of space and I get so much more room by renting”, “If I’m going to buy, I want some outdoor space”, “Will I build some equity in this place over the next few years”… The list goes on and invariably sacrifices will have to be made.

However, with interest rates at 39-year lows (around 4.5%), and with so much distress in the housing market, there are excellent buying opportunities out there. If you are in a stable job, can put down a modest deposit (as low as 3.5% for an FHA loan), are prepared to pay a premium in rent and want to make that all-important step onto the first rung of the ladder, then read on.

First, consider the chart above. In 2000 the median sale price for a home in Venice was $409,000. Even after the real estate gyrations of the past few years, the median price of a single family home year-to-date in Venice is $975,000. That's an increase of 138% over the decade. Long-term renters in Venice may have had affordable rent for the 2000s (and renting does have its advantages), but they missed out on owning their roof over their head, and benefiting from among the most superior investment returns around. Consider that the S & P 500 has delivered a loss of 15% over the past decade (1365 on 10/29/2000 and 1165 on today.)

First up is 126 Vista Place, a picture-perfect Venice Beach bungalow nestled away on a quiet walk street between Main and Pacific. In this blogger’s opinion, these walk streets trump those that head down to the beach by a country mile by virtue of the fact that you don’t get the tourist traffic and there are fewer drivers using Speedway as a rat run. This property is on the market as a trust/conservatorship.

The price has been reduced to a very reasonable $699k. Considering similar properties can often go for around $800-900k, this is quite a bargain. Granted, it could do with a little TLC, but it has a gorgeous little front yard, a good-sized porch, and plenty of parking out back. Having numerous friends who live in the neighborhood and love the walk streets, I know this would be considered a very appealing first-time buy. For not too much more than your rental costs, you could segue into owning a similar-sized home within the same neighborhood and start building equity. There isn’t much room to expand this home, but if you’re sold on Venice, want to maintain the style in which you’ve become accustomed, then I think this one is for you!

If you’re already in expansion mode, check out 1157 Lake Street, a substantial 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom property one block south of Rose and between Walgrove and Lincoln. At $989,000 it’s competitively priced (with 2,000 square feet across a lot size of over 5,000 square foot, it works out at around $500 per square foot of living space) and it has a spacious, light and well-proportioned feel to it. It’s a “flip” with beautiful hardwood floors throughout, a new roof, freshly painted interior and exterior, a garage converted into a spacious den, and new asphalt on the driveway. It’s also a two-story home, which is fairly unusual within this price range. Whilst a million bucks is still a lot for a first-time buyer, you’d be spending around $5k a month to rent a similar single family home.

Unfortunately, whilst this property is close to the outdoor space of Penmar Park and public golf course, it is also under the flight path of Santa Monica airport. Whilst no commercial jets fly out of SM Airport, the noise of those small private charters can certainly distract your swing! However, if you want a piece of real estate, if you can drag yourself east of Lincoln, and you don’t mind the noise of George Clooney’s private Lear jet flying over your house, then this one could be just the thing for you.

If you’re a little more price conscious but still want a bit of space, a yard, room to expand, and an opportunity to do some modest fixing up, check out 1412 Oakwood Avenue. This corner lot south of California and North of Milwood is right in the heart of Venice. I've blogged about it before, it’s been on the market for a while. Again, it’s a good “starter pack” to get your foot on the ladder and with a great front porch and plenty of yard space, it’s a perfect way to play house. It's not got great light in front, and the rooms aren’t too well proportioned, but at $685k it’s a pretty good price. Compared to 1157 Lake Street, you get a lot less "bang for you buck", but if "location, location, location" is your priority and you’re paying around $2,500 per month in rent for a similar style of cottage, then this is definitely something worth checking out.

As I mentioned at the beginning, I’m making some pretty wide assumptions for ye reader: you’ll need to be able to put down a deposit, qualify for a loan, and have a stable income. Unfortunately, gone are the days of mortgage payments being similar to rent. However, if you can stomach an increase in monthly outgoings and you’re ready to pounce, then there’s rarely been a better time to get on the housing ladder.