Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Los Angeles, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Moving Services
Finding a moving company to schlep your belongings to your new home shouldn’t be a problem. There is page after page of companies listed in the yellow pages of the phone book. Working in... read more
Furnishing Your Home
Most rentals in Los Angeles, whether a single-family dwelling, duplex or apartment, come with four walls, a roof and little else. Kitchens are usually equipped with major appliances such... read more
Tailors
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Los Angeles may be the land of nip and tuck, but the knife cuts more than just skin deep. There are tailors, those who can create window treatments and... read more
Household Insurance
In Los Angeles, renters’ insurance can buy you peace of mind from property loss due to a robbery, fire or some other unfortunate incident. A policy for $30,000 property coverage and... read more
Laundry Services
If you’re living in a large apartment complex, you’ll probably have a central laundry room with coin-operated washers and dryers. Buildings with only a handful of units may not have this... read more
Domestic Help
You don’t need to be rich or famous to have domestic help. Many middle-class people, from singletons to those married with children, have their lawns mowed weekly, get their homes cleaned... read more
Babysitting & Childcare
The best and probably most reliable way to find a babysitter or childcare centre is to ask someone you trust – a friend or co-worker who uses childcare, your paediatrician or... read more
Domestic Services
If you’re renting and the bathroom springs a leak or you blow an electric fuse, the solution is typically to call the landlord, building superintendent or apartment manager. If you own... read more
