Archive for the ‘Best Of’ Category
Best Massage in Venice: Lamai Thai on Abbot Kinney
by Mark Kitching on November 3, 2011Lamai Thai Massage, right off of Abbot Kinney in the heart of Venice, is an incredible treat for a ridiculous price. Walk into this cozy…Read more »
Dual Tracking: Banks Granting Loan Modifications while Simultaneously Foreclosing on Your Home
by Mark Kitching on April 18, 2011Have you ever heard of dual tracking? I hadn’t heard the term, but recently became aware of the tactic in which banks simultaneously foreclose on…Read more »
Government Shutdown: What Does it Mean For You and Your Community?
by Mark Kitching on April 8, 2011Imagine a world where you don’t have to show up for work, no one pays taxes, kids can play hooky from school, cops can’t tell you what to do, and everything was wrapped in bacon…..
Marina Del Rey Bike Path Alteration: Would Extending the Path Be Good or Bad for the Peninsula Community?
by Mark Kitching on March 28, 2011If you’re riding your bike south towards Marina del Rey, you may have gotten to Washington Boulevard and wondered if it continued or just ended…Read more »
Preservation or Development: Marina del Rey’s Debate Between Commercialization and Protecting the Boating Village
by Mark Kitching on February 17, 2011Along with environmentalist and recreational boaters, many local residents of Marina Del Rey are staring big business in the face and fighting to keep the…Read more »
The History of Marina Del Rey and the Value of Dog Beaches
by Mark Kitching on February 11, 2011Its always good to know a couple of quick cool facts about your neighborhood that will make you a good tour guide for visitors and…Read more »
Big Business for Venice Beach: Google Leases Frank Gehry Building on Main Street
by Mark Kitching on January 26, 2011If you’ve ever driven down Main Street, just south of Rose Avenue, you will have seen the giant set of binoculars on the east side…Read more »
Buyer Beware: Banks Unwilling To Give Home Loans
by Mark Kitching on November 14, 2010Buyer beware that maybe, just maybe, your bank isn’t capable or willing to give you the home loan they so gingerly offered in a “no…Read more »



