The “Alphabet Streets” Where It All Began
Pacific Palisades “Alphabet Streets” The Pacific Palisades Association was founded in 1921 by the Methodist Episcopal Church. They envisioned a community that ultimately could
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The Huntington Palisades
What’s it like to live in a neighborhood that’s doubled in value? Why is the Huntington Palisades one of the most desirable of the
Best View Streets in the Palisades
What makes Pacific Palisades such a sought-after community? Since the 1950’s it has been highly regarded as one of the most desirable areas in
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What Was Going on in Pacific Palisades in 1922?
Bill Bruns
February 28, 2022
The Pacific Palisades of 1922 In early 1922—the year Emily Post gave us etiquette, Irving Berlin wrote “April Showers,” the Hollywood Bowl opened, the USSR was established and Warren G. Harding was president—a group of
Local Profile: Haldis Toppel
Wendy Bowman
September 28, 2021
Haldis Toppel – Community Activist – An Exclusive Interview How did you come to be involved in our community as an activist? My late husband,
Famous Former Palisadians
Bill Bruns
September 28, 2021
If you’re lucky, you live in Pacific Palisades On January 14-15, the Pacific Palisades Historical Society will host a community celebration to mark the town’s
Local Profile: Maryam Zar
Michael Edlen
May 28, 2021
An Exclusive Interview with Maryam Zar How do you look back in your American life: These days, with immigration so much focus, I find I
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Haute Property: Some of the Highest Pacific Palisades Home Sales
Michael Edlen
December 7, 2022
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Expiration Date of Home Plumbing
Michael Edlen
June 21, 2022
Do you live in a home built before 1975? If so, or if you are considering buying one that was constructed then, there are a couple of potential issues you need to be aware of. Most of us take for
Some Strategies to Reduce and/or Defer Capital Gains Tax When Selling Your Home
Michael Edlen
June 21, 2022
One of the greatest challenges long-time homeowners have to resolve if they would like to sell their home is the substantial amount of taxes due once it is sold. A huge number of people resist selling even though their income
Timely Home Maintenance
Michael Edlen
January 27, 2021
Time to think about home maintenance that could save a lot of money down the road With the possibility of welcome rains, it is always a good time to think about home maintenance issues and potential actions that could save
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