When you’re in the midst of buying a home, you’ll want to be confident that you’re making a wise investment before the sale goes through. One of the biggest mistakes that potential homeowners make is not obtaining an inspection when they make an offer on a home. While a home appraisal will tell you the […]
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The Truth Behind Construction Activity Indicators
Deciding to develop a home or commercial building on a plot of land can be a very difficult decision to make. You don’t want to construct the building only to find that the demand for new housing units or apartments in the vicinity is low. One method that’s commonly used to identify the viability of […]
Read MoreCrest Real Estate’s Take on Permit Searching in Los Angeles
When you want to complete a construction project of any kind, there’s a good chance that you’ll need to obtain at least one building permit. Building permits act as two separate things, which include a record of the construction history and a process to ensure consistent quality control for a building. While a standard building […]
Read MoreCrest Utilizes Multi-family Expertise to Permit an 18-unit Small Lot Subdivision
The new development in Glassell Park consists of 18 single-family dwellings arranged along with a series of private walkways and driveways. The owner and developer of the project is a Toluca Lake-based entity affiliated with the MacArtur Family Trust. Each home will consist of three stories in height and be between 2,500-3,200 sq ft.
Read MoreFinding the Best Local General Contractor
When you’re looking to remodel a kitchen or start a construction project of any kind, it’s essential that you hire the right team. The main component of this team is the general contractor you hire. General contractors are individuals who can coordinate and directly supervise every facet of a remodeling or construction project. No matter […]
Read MoreCrest Real Estate Manages Development for a Van Nuys Multifamily Project Proposal
Project Manager at Crest Real Estate, Nick Leathers, is the project representative of the four-story and 17-unit, multifamily project located at 7621 Tobias Ave. The property owner behind the project is Gabriel Abakasis. The property development details discuss “Nine studios, five two-bedrooms, and three three-bedrooms, along with 19 automobile parking spaces and four bicycle spaces, according […]
Read MoreCrest Design and Code Leadership Results in Hollywood Hills Masterpiece
The West Hollywood home is located above the Sunset strip and overlooks Los Angeles. This high-tech home incorporates various custom-designed and automated elements such as retractable window walls that wrap around the exterior. The stunning indoor/outdoor connection erases the lines between the inside and outside of the retreat. Read more about this beautiful home directly […]
Read MoreJason Somers Answers: What Does an Architect Do?
When constructing a building of any kind, it’s oftentimes necessary to hire an architect who can assist with the development project. An architect is someone who has the training and licensing necessary to plan and design buildings. Keep in mind that architects must understand how to design a wide range of buildings, all of which […]
Read MoreCrest Manages Permits for Rhianna’s $13.8M Home in Beverly Hills
Famous female musician Rhianna recently purchased the $13.8 million home after it was completely rebuilt with an additional 2,000 sq feet since 2016. The house entered the market last July at $16.5 million and features a 21st-century presence with modern farmhouse design elements. The home is atmospherically lit with an off-white and black trim with […]
Read MoreJason Somers on Permit Expeditors in Los Angeles
Before you start a construction project of any kind, it’s important that you prepare for the project to ensure that mistakes and issues during development are kept to a minimum. Whether you are performing a sizable home renovation or are getting ready to start development on a commercial building, you will be tasked with applying […]
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