February 14th is known worldwide as the day of love, friendship, hearts, and kisses. Although it is known worldwide as such, the origins are pretty dark and bloody. Its origins date back to the Roman Empire around 211 AD. In Roman times, February 14th was the day of the Roman holiday of Lupercalia. Lupercal was the name given to a spring in Rome where priests would herd goats. Th...

• calendar_month February 14, 2023
• post Altadena, Burbank, Glendale, La Crescenta, Listing Agent, Rosa Pena Realty, RosaPenaRealty.com, Valentines Day, Valley Villlage

 Armenians are well known for their love of love, especially on Valentine's Day. Traditionally, Armenians would jump over a fire to express their love of someone. Interestingly, this custom has its roots in pagan tradition. According to legend, when Ares and Aphrodite were separated after being turned into horses by Zeus, the goddess of war fled to the Armenian highlands to b...

• calendar_month February 14, 2023
• category Tid Bits
• post Altadena, Burbank, Buyer, Glendale, La Canada, La Crescenta, Listing Agent, Los Angeles, Montrose, Rosa Pena Real Estate, Rosa Pena Realty, RosaPenaRealty.com, Valley Village

Buying a house will be one of the most significant commitments you will ever make.  Here are some tips if you are thinking of taking the plunge. 1- Do your research. Before making any decisions, determine the types of houses available in the area you want to live in and which ones match your budget. 2- Get pre-approved for a loan. Before you go out and buy a house, ensure you have...

• calendar_month February 21, 2023
• category Buyer
• post Altadena, Burbank, Glendale, La Canada, La Crescenta, Rosa Pena Realty, RosaPenaRealty.com, Santa Clarita, Valley Village, ventura

Driving can be a thrilling activity, but it comes with a price. Thousands of people die yearly in car accidents, and many suffer serious injuries. To keep yourself and those around you safe, it is essential to practice safe driving behaviors. The number one reason why people get into accidents is driving while intoxicated and the second is distracting driving. Yesterday I experienced a hit-and-...

• calendar_month February 22, 2023
• category Safety in Driving
• post Altadena, Burbank, Glendale, La Canada, La Crescenta, Lake Balboa, Los Angeles, Montrose, Rosa Pena Real Estate, Rosa Pena Realty, RosaPenaRealty.com, Santa Clarita, Valley Village