Given the lack of diversity of fast-food joints on this mountain – currently, mostly burgers and Mexican fare – I got to thinkin’ about it and came up with a few ideas of my own of what might be a suitable location for a restaurant at the now vacated Burger King on...
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Ask the Realtor: Does culture raise property values? Why the arts matter on our mountain
My husband and I recently attended an event hosted by the Arrowhead Arts Association highlighting its strings program. The high school-aged musicians were remarkably accomplished, and I was astonished to learn that, through hard work, fundraising and sponsorships,...
Those Were The Days: The Mormon Lumber Road monument
By Rhea-Frances Tetley Mountain Historian The Mormon Road Historical Monument is California State Historical Site #96. It’s located just west of the Crestline Bridge on a portion of the original main road, which is now a large turnout. This is a restored...
Estate Planning: Can a family member attend an estate lanning meeting or pay for someone else’s estate plan?
One of the most common questions I receive is whether an adult child, sibling, friend or other trusted person may attend an estate planning meeting or pay for a loved one's estate plan. The answer is yes, but only with appropriate safeguards. Under California law, an...
Mountain Musings with Uncle Mott: The Sound of Silence
I don’t know about you, but I’m looking forward to Labor Day weekend, despite all of its hustle and bustle, because it always ushers in the fall season and a return to normalcy and quietude on the mountain. Hello darkness, my old friend, I’ve come to talk with you...
Ask the realtor: Can you actually buy a house with down payment assistance?
In the past month, I’ve had three buyers come to me with the same goal: buy a house. Simple enough. Then we get to the next question: “How are we going to buy it?” That’s where things get interesting. CalHFA programs are getting a lot of attention, particularly from...







