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An oak front door and narrow sidelight beneath a timber porch, with ivory stucco, worn concrete steps, and a red-barked evergreen shrub.

Who Hosts La Crescenta's Fall Events Decides What Day They Fall On

  • 10/8/26
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Cream brick storefront with green tile, brass-framed display windows, and a tiled recessed entry beneath an oak canopy.

South Pasadena's Mission Street Doesn't Need the Rialto Lit to Feel Alive

  • 10/1/26
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Why Historic Homes Hold Their Value in Pasadena and Monrovia

Why Historic Homes Hold Their Value in Pasadena and Monrovia

  • The Berns Team
  • 09/29/26

The Lasting Appeal and Enduring Worth of Historic Homes in Pasadena and Monrovia.

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Selling a Craftsman Home: How to Reach the Right Buyer

Selling a Craftsman Home: How to Reach the Right Buyer

  • The Berns Team
  • 09/24/26

Selling a Craftsman Home in La Cañada Flintridge and Connecting with the Ideal Buyer.

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Single-story home with board-formed concrete, warm stucco, glass doors, and olive-tree landscaping.

Costa Mesa's Fall Opening Wave Is Splitting Between Two Streets

  • 09/24/26
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Craftsman-style house with a covered porch, flagstone path, clipped hedge, and magnolia branches over the roof.

The Two Speeds of Mission Street This Fall

  • 09/17/26
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Arched plaster loggia opening onto a walled garden, with terracotta tiles, dark oak beams, and a clipped hedge.

San Marino's Mills Act: What Actually Changes When You Buy or Sell a Historic Home

  • 09/10/26
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Symmetrical ivory brick estate with a columned entry, curved brick motor court, and mature oak canopy.

The San Marino Motor Classic Left August. Here's What Filled the Gap at Lacy Park

  • 09/3/26
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Single-story ranch home with silver-gray siding, brick chimney, picture window, and a walkway crossing the lawn.

What Arcadia's Median Home Price Actually Hides

  • 08/27/26
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Restoring vs. Renovating a Historic Pasadena Home

Restoring vs. Renovating a Historic Pasadena Home

  • The Berns Team
  • 08/21/26

How to Decide Between Restoration and Modern Updates in Pasadena, CA.

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Questions to Ask Before Buying a Historic Home in Pasadena, CA

Questions to Ask Before Buying a Historic Home in Pasadena, CA

  • The Berns Team
  • 08/21/26

What Every Pasadena Buyer Should Understand About Designation, the Mills Act, and Condition.

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Stone porch columns frame flagstone steps descending into an oak-shaded garden bordered by a low stone wall.

The August Rhythm Keeping Altadena's Surviving Storefronts Open

  • 08/20/26
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Craftsman home with a deep brick-pier porch, cedar-shingled gable, and flagstone path across the lawn.

Colorado Boulevard Turns 150 This Year. Here's What Actually Changed On It.

  • 08/13/26
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Living room with a limestone fireplace, open French doors, and a shaded terrace beneath an oak tree.

An LCF August Weekend, Read Like a Local: The 50th, Three Concerts Left, and Two Shows at Descanso

  • 08/6/26
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Craftsman bungalow porch corner with cedar-shingled gable, fieldstone column, and exposed-wood eaves.

The Monrovia August Nobody Puts on a Single Calendar

  • 08/6/26
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Inside Pasadena's Prospect Historic District

Inside Pasadena's Prospect Historic District

  • The Berns Team
  • 07/30/26

A Closer Look at the Architecture and Streets of Pasadena's Prospect Historic District.

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Greene & Greene and the Gamble House: Pasadena's Craftsman Legacy

Greene & Greene and the Gamble House: Pasadena's Craftsman Legacy

  • The Berns Team
  • 07/30/26

What the Gamble House Reveals About Pasadena's Greene & Greene Craftsman Heritage.

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Enclosed courtyard with a sculptural olive tree, limestone pavers, and a black steel-and-glass door.

Irvine's Summer 2026, Read Like a Local: The SunWheel, the World Cup, and a Festival That Picked This City First

  • 07/23/26
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Two-story cream-brick estate with a slate roof, curved gravel motor court, and flowering plumeria by the entry.

An Arcadia Summer Weekend, Read Like a Local: Night Markets, Plumeria Blooms, and a Racetrack Doing Double Duty

  • 07/23/26
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Front lawn and straight concrete walkway lead to a warm-white house with a stone chimney and recessed entry.

La Crescenta for Move-Up Buyers: Space, Views, and Value

  • 07/16/26
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Your Guide to the Fourth of July Weekend Near Pasadena

Your Guide to the Fourth of July Weekend Near Pasadena

  • 07/3/26

2026 Berns Team Guide

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Modern coastal house with a recessed entry, ipe wood cladding, and a planted concrete driveway court.

Buying a Second Home in Newport Beach: Key Considerations

  • 07/2/26
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Craftsman bungalow porch framed by a shaded front-yard approach beneath a leafy canopy.

Living in South Pasadena: A Day Along Mission Street

  • 06/25/26
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The Emotional Pull of Buying a Historic Home (And Why It Makes Financial Sense)

The Emotional Pull of Buying a Historic Home (And Why It Makes Financial Sense)

  • The Berns Team
  • 06/19/26

Why Historic Homes in Pasadena and Monrovia Are Worth Both the Feeling and the Investment.

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How to Finance a Historic Home Purchase in Pasadena

How to Finance a Historic Home Purchase in Pasadena

  • The Berns Team
  • 06/19/26

Mortgage Options and Key Considerations for Pasadena Historic Home Buyers.

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What Makes Monrovia's Historic District So Sought After

What Makes Monrovia's Historic District So Sought After

  • The Berns Team
  • 06/19/26

Why Buyers Keep Choosing Monrovia's Historic Neighborhoods.

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Two adjacent townhome entries along a narrow paseo, with stucco walls and drought-tolerant landscaping.

Old Town Monrovia Living: Condos vs Single-Family Homes

  • 06/18/26
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Single-level stucco home with oak pivot door, limestone courtyard steps, and olive tree in a concrete planter.

Downsizing in San Marino: Staying Local While Right-Sizing

  • 06/11/26
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Live-work great room with a built-in oak desk niche and courtyard visible through a black steel slider.

Why Costa Mesa Appeals to Creative Professionals and Remote Workers

  • 06/4/26
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Craftsman-style living room with textured wood details and a garden visible through the window.

Pasadena vs Arcadia vs Monrovia: How to Choose Your Home Base

  • 05/28/26
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Oak entry door with sidelights beneath a metal roof, bordered by drought-tolerant plants.

Housing Options After a Los Angeles Wildfire: Short- and Long-Term

  • 05/21/26
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A home facade framed by curated planting, leafy canopy, and golden-hour sky.

Is Now the Right Time to Sell in La Cañada Flintridge?

  • 05/14/26
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More Than Beautiful Rooms: The Pasadena Showcase House of Design

More Than Beautiful Rooms: The Pasadena Showcase House of Design

  • 05/11/26

A 61-year tradition of design, generosity, and community — and why the Berns Team is proud to be part of it.

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La Cañada Flintridge Just Made the National List — And It's No Surprise

La Cañada Flintridge Just Made the National List — And It's No Surprise

  • 05/11/26

La Cañada Flintridge Just Made the National List — And It's No Surprise

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The Hidden Perks of Owning a Mills Act Home

The Hidden Perks of Owning a Mills Act Home

  • The Berns Team
  • 05/8/26

Why Historic Homeowners in Pasadena and Monrovia Have a Real Financial Advantage.

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A Buyer's Guide to Bungalow Heaven in Pasadena

A Buyer's Guide to Bungalow Heaven in Pasadena

  • The Berns Team
  • 05/8/26

Everything You Need to Know Before Buying in Pasadena's Most Celebrated Historic District.

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Pasadena vs. Monrovia: Historic Home Living Compared

Pasadena vs. Monrovia: Historic Home Living Compared

  • The Berns Team
  • 05/8/26

Two San Gabriel Valley Neighborhoods, Two Very Different Historic Home Experiences.

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Selling a Historic Home: What Makes Mills Act Properties Different

Selling a Historic Home: What Makes Mills Act Properties Different

  • The Berns Team
  • 04/16/26

A Seller's Guide to Listing a Historic Home in Pasadena or Monrovia.

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How the Mills Act Affects Property Taxes in Pasadena and Monrovia

How the Mills Act Affects Property Taxes in Pasadena and Monrovia

  • The Berns Team
  • 04/16/26

Understanding the Tax Calculation Behind Historic Home Ownership in the San Gabriel Valley.

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What Buyers Should Know About Mills Act Homes in Pasadena

What Buyers Should Know About Mills Act Homes in Pasadena

  • The Berns Team
  • 04/16/26

A Smart Buyer's Guide to Mills Act Properties in Pasadena's Historic Districts.

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From Clutter to Chic: How to Stage Your La Cañada Flintridge Home for a Standout Sale

From Clutter to Chic: How to Stage Your La Cañada Flintridge Home for a Standout Sale

  • The Berns Team
  • 04/3/26

Home Staging Tips That Help La Cañada Flintridge Sellers Stand Out and Sell for More.

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Living in La Cañada Flintridge: Things to Do Beyond the Home

Living in La Cañada Flintridge: Things to Do Beyond the Home

  • The Berns Team
  • 04/3/26

A Local's Look at Daily Life, Outdoor Escapes, and Community in La Cañada Flintridge.

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How to Make the Most of Your Move to La Cañada Flintridge

How to Make the Most of Your Move to La Cañada Flintridge

  • The Berns Team
  • 03/5/26

A Buyer’s Playbook for a Smooth Move to La Cañada Flintridge.

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What Is the Mills Act? A Guide for Local Homeowners

What Is the Mills Act? A Guide for Local Homeowners

  • The Berns Team
  • 03/5/26

On How the Mills Act Affects Homeowners in California.

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The Most Common Negotiation Tactics in Real Estate

The Most Common Negotiation Tactics in Real Estate

  • The Berns Team
  • 03/5/26

Context for Real Estate Negotiations for Historic and Luxury Homes.

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Pasadena Bungalow Craftsmans: Why Buyers Continue to Fall in Love

Pasadena Bungalow Craftsmans: Why Buyers Continue to Fall in Love

  • The Berns Team
  • 03/5/26

And What to Expect When Seeking This Home Style.

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Co-Working & Entrepreneurial Spaces Near La Cañada Flintridge

Co-Working & Entrepreneurial Spaces Near La Cañada Flintridge

  • The Berns Team
  • 01/24/26

Rent Local Office Space Individually or as a Company.

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What to Expect from a Home Inspection in La Cañada Flintridge

What to Expect from a Home Inspection in La Cañada Flintridge

  • The Berns Team
  • 01/24/26

Standard Procedures and Ways Inspections Are Unique Here.

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The Best Winter Events in La Cañada Flintridge

The Best Winter Events in La Cañada Flintridge

  • The Berns Team
  • 01/24/26

Visit the Descanso Gardens and the Lanterman House.

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Historic Homes of La Cañada Flintridge: Preserving Charm in a Modern Market

Historic Homes of La Cañada Flintridge: Preserving Charm in a Modern Market

  • The Berns Team
  • 01/24/26

Everything You Need to Know About Local Historic Homes.

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