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What to Do if Your Neighbor’s Tree is Damaging Your Property in Los Angeles

Trees provide shade, beauty, and sometimes privacy, but they can also cause headaches when branches or roots from your neighbor’s tree start causing damage to your property. Whether it’s overhanging limbs threatening to break a fence or roots tearing up your driveway, it’s important to know who’s responsible and what you can do to resolve the issue. Who is Respons...

Why It’s Crucial to Have Your Real Estate in a Trust

Hi, I’m Nathan Derry with JohnHart Real Estate, and today I want to talk about a vital step in protecting your assets and your legacy: setting up a trust for your real estate. I’ve seen firsthand the confusion and heartbreak that can tear even the closest families apart when a loved one passes without having their estate in order. That’s why I recommend placing your real e...

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Modern Building Materials vs. Those from 100 Years Ago: A Testament to Quality

Hi, I’m Nathan Derry with JohnHart Real Estate, and today I want to delve into an interesting topic—how the materials we use to build homes today differ from those used a century ago. While some materials have improved in strength and durability, others, such as wood, may not be as robust as they once were. If you live in a home with "old bones," you may be living in a...

Why Onions Taste Different Depending on How You Cut Them (And a Couple of Killer Holiday Recipes!)

Hi, I’m Nathan Derry with JohnHart Real Estate, and not only do I LOVE to cook, but I also have a borderline obsession with onions. Seriously, I probably use them at every opportunity because they just make everything taste better. I mean, is it even a meal if there’s no onion involved? But here’s something you may not know: onions taste different depending on how you c...

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Honoring Our Heroes: National First Responders Day, October 28th

I'm Nathan Derry with JohnHart Real Estate, and today I want to take a moment to honor the incredible individuals who keep our communities safe: first responders. National First Responders Day on October 28th is dedicated to recognizing the bravery, dedication, and sacrifice of those who rush toward emergencies when most would flee. Firefighters, police officers, paramedics, and EMTs ar...

Why the Coronado Bridge is Curved: The Real Story Behind Its Design

I'm Nathan Derry with JohnHart Real Estate, and today I want to share an interesting piece of architectural history—why the Coronado Bridge is curved and not a straight shot to the island. Most people visiting Coronado Island in San Diego enjoy the sweeping views from the bridge, but few know the true reason behind its iconic curve. The Real Reason for the Coronado Bridge Curve...

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Why the Coronado Bridge is Curved: The Real Story Behind Its Design

I'm Nathan Derry with JohnHart Real Estate, and today I want to share an interesting piece of architectural history—why the Coronado Bridge is curved and not a straight shot to the island. Most people visiting Coronado Island in San Diego enjoy the sweeping views from the bridge, but few know the true reason behind its iconic curve. The Real Reason for the Coronado Bridge Curve...

Iconic Homes Spotlight: The Brady Bunch House

Iconic Homes Spotlight: The Brady Bunch House I’m Nathan Derry with JohnHart Real Estate, and this week in my Iconic Homes series, I’m spotlighting one of the most famous houses in TV history: The Brady Bunch home. If you grew up watching "The Brady Bunch" like I did, you probably remember the iconic split-level house where the fictional Brady family lived their ble...

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3D Printed Homes: The Future of Housing or Just a Passing Trend?

Hey, it’s Nathan Derry with JohnHart Real Estate, and today, we’re diving into one of the most fascinating trends in homebuilding: 3D printed homes. Yes, you read that right! We’ve officially entered a new era of construction, where houses are being printed instead of built. If you think that sounds like something out of a science fiction movie, you’re not alone. But...

National Diabetes Month: A Reminder to Prioritize Health

November is National Diabetes Month, and it’s a timely reminder to reflect on the growing impact of diabetes on our communities and loved ones. While I don’t suffer from diabetes myself, as a Black male, I have seen firsthand through family members and close friends the devastation this disease can wreak on the human body when it goes undiagnosed or is poorly managed. From nerve...