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VF Developments, LLC Breathes New Life into The Grove a 1960s Era Mid Century Modern Apartment Community Featuring Three Bedroom Rental Homes Near USC & Downtown Los Angeles
United States, 5th Jan 2025 – VF Developments, LLC, a minority and female owned and run company, has completed renovations on “The Grove” a 1960’s midcentury modern multifamily community. The apartment community features four newly renovated rental homes with all three bedroom floorplans. The apartments are located in the highly desirable Congress North neighborhood, a historical district neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. The apartment homes are managed by Drake Property Management and featured on https://vf-developments.com/.
VF Developments LLC, led by Victoria Vu, restored these four rental homes to its original 1960s condition with upgraded enhancements and features. Ms. Vu, managing partner of VF Developments, LLC, is a fashion designer turned real estate developer specializing in distressed multifamily apartments throughout Los Angeles and Orange County. Ms. Vu graduated from The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising.
Ms. Vu stated “Restoring an apartment community to its original condition built over 60 years ago was truly a treat. These luxury rental homes feature key-less entry door locks entering you into a spacious three-bedroom floorplan. There are bold designer touches throughout from the white stone quartz kitchen countertops upgraded with high-end stainless steel Whirlpool refrigerators with matching appliance package and in-unit washer & dryers. Our bathrooms have been fully renovated with the spa as inspiration. Pebble floors complement the brand-new oversized tubs with glass shower doors and designer gold hardware. These four newly renovated units are separately metered with eight on-site parking spaces. This property is truly a gem with its central location to Downtown Los Angeles, the University of Southern California, and everything that Los Angeles has to offer.”
James L. Kemple, a U.S military veteran, general contractor, and the owner of Patriot Painting & Construction, Inc., completed the exterior and interior renovations. He noted “Working on this project alongside VF Developments was another one for the books. We were able to legally reconfigure the original two bedroom floor plan to a three bedroom one bathroom layout like our project at 920 Everett Street in Chinatown, maximizing the space for our future residents and assisting with the housing shortage. The team that completed the renovations on the units were entirely locally based minority vendors, employees, and contractors. This was the same team we used on the three-bedroom reconfigurations at 920 Everett Street near Chinatown. We are proud to create jobs in the USC and DTLA area for minorities, significantly improve the community, and provide more affordable housing.”
Located minutes away from the prestigious University of Southern California, “The Grove” is central to Los Angeles’ most historic and vibrant neighborhoods known as University Park – minutes off the 10, 110, and 60 Freeways. University Park is rapidly becoming a destination for those who want to live close to the rapidly booming Downtown Los Angeles without paying sky-high prices. A robust nightlife combined with a short drive to the Staples Center and L.A. Live means that there is always something new to discover on the horizon. With residences built between 1885 and the 1920s, the University Park area includes fine examples of the 19th century Queen Anne style as well as later Craftsman, Spanish Colonial Revival, and American Colonial Revival styles. University Park contains one of the highest concentrations of City Historic–Cultural Monuments of any area in Los Angeles. 1980 Park Grove Avenue has a Walk Score of 84 out of 100 meaning that this location is Very Walkable so most errands can be accomplished on foot. This location is in the Congress North neighborhood in Los Angeles. Nearby parks include North Lawn, Saint James Park and South Lawn.
Los Angeles visitors can venture back to prehistoric times at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, look to the future of science and technology at the California Science Center, take a stroll in one of the country’s largest rose gardens or watch sporting events at the historic Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, site of the 1932 and 1984 Olympic Games and home to USC Trojan Football. Today’s University Park neighborhood contains an outstanding array of museums, galleries, theatres, sport venues, gardens, libraries and churches. With its rich mixture of education and entertainment, art and culture, the past and the future, the neighborhood offers exciting discoveries for people all ages.
Victoria Vu commented, “We are truly grateful for the opportunity to complete the renovations on 1980 Park Grove Avenue, bring the property to market, and lease it up to provide much needed affordable housing to the city of Los Angeles. This project was similar to our project at 920 Everett Street near Downtown Los Angeles in the Chinatown area where we were able to legally convert a two bedroom to a three bedroom to maximize the space for our future residents. We strive to provide our residents with class A building finishes at affordable rents. As a first generation Asian American, myself and the team strive to enhance the communities around us and create modern living spaces for our future residents to call home.”
VF Developments, LLC acquired the Los Angeles multifamily property located at 1980 Park Grove Avenue, Los Angeles, California with the plan of repositioning and adding capital improvements. Inspired by midcentury Modernism architecture, these newly renovated rental homes are just minutes to the prestigious University of Southern California (USC) and thriving Downtown Los Angeles. 1980 Park Grove, located in the heart of central Los Angeles, features a four-unit, two-story low-rise building with exterior enhancements that include new asphalt that complements the natural materials used. Blood red Accents the original style wood façade along with main entry doors. A video of the community and the unique apartment features can be seen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzXJujDNrmM.
Kim Vu, renovation and maintenance manager for VF Developments, LLC, added, “We are excited to bring these units to market and welcome in our future residents to enjoy the space we have created. The apartment homes are high-quality finish with all new appliances and with the added convenience of in-unit washer and dryers. The views of the downtown Los Angeles are spectacular with everything that LA has to offer being a very short walk or drive away. An amazing space that can be used for office space and location for those working in Downtown LA or attending USC.”
Established in 2015, VF DEVELOPMENTS, LLC, a minority and female owned and run company, has acquired over $77 million in multifamily properties with a portfolio consisting of 40 properties and 272 units located in Los Angeles and Orange County. The portfolio building transformations are featured on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vfdevelopments. VF Developments strives to provide neighborhoods in gentrifying areas of Los Angeles and Orange County Class A building design finishes at accessible and affordable market rents to future tenants. VF prides itself on the opportunity to create and provide modern living spaces to add value to its communities. With properties ranging from condominiums to multifamily residences in gentrifying areas throughout the greater Los Angeles area and Orange County. VF manages a multitude of processes including closing on unique, off market opportunities, syndication, interior and exterior renovations, and design using unique architecture and interior compositions transforming distressed properties into contemporary, market-ready homes and apartment communities. VF seeks value-add investment opportunities and creates significant value for clients and investors. VF Developments specialized in acquisitions, renovations, and multi-family management in Los Angeles and Orange Counties. The company targets under-performing and mismanaged multifamily properties in gentrifying areas of these counties. VF completes significant renovations that modernize and transform dated properties into cutting edge, high quality, best in class living environments – ultimately creating substantial value enhancement for its investors. Videos of these stunning communities can be viewed here – https://www.youtube.com/@vf-developments
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Long-term residency initiative strengthens UAE’s position as premier destination for investors, entrepreneurs, and skilled professionals
United Kingdom, 23rd Jun 2025 – The Dubai government continues to enhance its Golden Visa program, offering expanded opportunities for international investors, entrepreneurs, and talented professionals to secure long-term residency in one of the world’s most dynamic business hubs. The strategic initiative reinforces Dubai’s commitment to attracting global talent and fostering economic diversification in line with the UAE Vision 2071.
The Golden Visa program provides successful applicants with renewable 5 or 10-year residency permits, eliminating the traditional requirement for local sponsorship and offering unprecedented flexibility for long-term planning in the emirate. This landmark initiative has already attracted thousands of high-caliber individuals from across the globe, contributing significantly to Dubai’s knowledge-based economy transformation.
“Dubai’s Golden Visa represents our unwavering commitment to building a sustainable, knowledge-driven economy,” said a senior government official. “By welcoming exceptional talent and substantial investment, we are creating an ecosystem where innovation thrives and global partnerships flourish.”
The program encompasses multiple categories designed to attract diverse talent pools. Investors who commit a minimum of AED 2 million in property or establish companies with equivalent capital qualify for the 5-year visa. The 10-year visa targets high-net-worth individuals investing AED 10 million or more, along with specialized professionals in medicine, engineering, science, and technology.
For international investors seeking to capitalize on Dubai’s Golden Visa through property investment, International Property Alerts serves as an invaluable partner in identifying prime real estate opportunities that meet visa requirements. Their comprehensive market intelligence and expert guidance help investors navigate Dubai’s dynamic property landscape efficiently.
Entrepreneurs with innovative startups approved by relevant UAE authorities can access the program, as can outstanding students and graduates from top universities worldwide. The initiative also extends to creative professionals in arts, culture, and sports who have demonstrated exceptional achievements in their respective fields.
Recent enhancements to the program include streamlined application processes, reduced documentation requirements, and expanded eligibility criteria. Families of Golden Visa holders benefit from inclusive coverage, with spouses and children under 25 eligible for the same residency status. The program also allows holders to sponsor domestic workers and provides flexibility for extended travel without affecting residency status.
Dubai’s strategic location, world-class infrastructure, and business-friendly environment have positioned the emirate as a preferred destination for global talent. The Golden Visa program complements existing initiatives including 100% foreign ownership laws, comprehensive free zone offerings, and robust intellectual property protection frameworks.
Recognizing the complexity of Dubai’s real estate market, International Property Alerts provides essential support to Golden Visa aspirants by delivering curated property opportunities, market analysis, and investment insights. Their specialized knowledge helps investors identify properties that not only qualify for visa requirements but also offer strong potential returns in Dubai’s thriving real estate sector.
The economic impact has been substantial, with Golden Visa holders contributing billions in direct investment and generating thousands of employment opportunities for UAE nationals and residents. The program supports key sectors including technology, healthcare, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing, aligning with national economic diversification objectives.
Application processes have been digitized through smart government platforms, enabling efficient processing and transparent tracking. Dedicated service centers provide personalized support for applicants, ensuring seamless navigation through requirements and documentation procedures.
The Golden Visa initiative reflects Dubai’s long-term vision of becoming the world’s most preferred destination for living, working, and investing. By offering stability, opportunity, and world-class quality of life, Dubai continues attracting the brightest minds and most ambitious entrepreneurs from around the globe.
For investors specifically interested in property-based Golden Visa pathways, International Property Alerts stands ready to assist with comprehensive property search services, ensuring investors find the perfect Dubai property that aligns with both their visa requirements and investment objectives.
For more information about Dubai’s Golden Visa program, eligibility requirements, and application procedures, visit the official UAE government portal or contact authorized immigration consultants.
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Neuroscience Fiction Red Demon Blends Science Fantasy and Romantasy in a Visceral Indie Debut
Grounded in real neuroscience, queer-normative worldbuilding, and a rare male-POV romantic subplot, this debut carves new territory in genre fiction.
United States, 23rd Jun 2025 — Indie author Sill Bihagia announces the upcoming release of Red Demon (Oria Press, August 19, 2025), a fast-paced science fantasy novel that combines high-stakes emotion, grounded science, and romantic tension in a fresh, genre-blending debut.
After surviving the massacre of his remote mining colony, Jesse sets out to kill the immortal who spared only him: the Red Demon. But Faruhar, the so-called Red Demon, isn’t what she seems. Tormented by fragmented memories and a moral code she struggles to uphold, she’s not the mastermind Jesse trains for years to defeat. As Jesse matures into a formidable fighter, he must choose between vengeance, identity, and holding on to the life he rebuilt among the ashes.
“It reads like fantasy,” Bihagia says, “but it’s grounded in science—CRISPR, neuroscience of memory, and mycological bionetworks. That’s there under the surface for the hard SFF readers, and those who are here for the emotional stakes find a villain who remembers who she loves… even if she forgets why she kills.”
Yet for all its science, Red Demon is accessible—anchored by a bisexual thrill-seeker with ADHD, cinematic fight scenes, and a spicy romantic subplot. Pre-published copies found love with both hard SFF and romantasy readers, particularly for its rare male-POV romance arc.
Red Demon is a standalone entry point to the larger Oria universe—an indie-led series of interconnected science fantasy novels exploring memory, resilience, and the consequences of survival.
Highlights
- Grounded in neuroscience, genetics, and mycology—but never alienating
- Queer-normative worldbuilding with gender-equality
- Spicy romantic subplot, morally gray characters, and emotional depth
- A rare male POV romantasy blend with genuine cross-genre appeal
- Perfect for fans of Red Rising, The Poppy War, or Gideon the Ninth
“I had the chance to work on this fast-paced science fantasy as a proofreader, and I was mesmerized by its richly realized setting and characters. I also may or may not have threatened Sill that I need more books set in this world.”
— Danai Christopoulou, Pushcart-nominated author and editor at Hugo-nominated khōréō
Advance Reader Copies are available on NetGalley through July 17, 2025.
Print copies are available upon request for editorial reviewers, booksellers, and librarians.
The book features cover design by award-nominated Maria Spada and character art by celebrated Kateryna Vitkovska, and will be released in hardcover, paperback, and ebook formats. Sprayed-edge special editions will be available at IndieReads.org at no added cost for U.S. readers.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Sill Bihagia is a data analyst, sword collector, and suburban chicken farmer with a background in evolutionary and behavioral neuroscience. They live in Severna Park, Maryland with their husband and two children. Sill writes speculative fiction with mature, approachable prose, emotional wreckage, and sharp wit. Red Demon is their debut novel and second published title. Their new imprint, Oria Press, champions inclusive, human-written speculative fiction with traditional-quality polish, seeking to lift up other indie writers with similar values.
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Title: Red Demon
Author: Sill Bihagia
Genre: Science Fantasy / LGBTQ+
Release Date: August 19, 2025
Formats: Ebook, Paperback, Hardcover, eBook (via KDP & IngramSpark); Sprayed-edge editions via IndieReads.org
ISBNs:
- Paperback: 978-1-968468-00-2
- Hardcover: 978-1-968468-01-9
- eBook: 978-1-968468-02-6
- Audiobook (Forthcoming 2026): Narrated by Brandon Francis and Cassandra Trieu, produced by High Gravity Productions
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Author Robert Yantis introduces Gentle Eagle Garden of Scriptures, a spiritually rich, Scripture-based guide designed to help readers navigate life’s hardships, deepen their faith, and discover truth through the Holy Bible. Available now on Amazon.
Seattle, WA, Washington, United States, 23rd Jun 2025 – In a world full of uncertainty and emotional distress, Robert Yantis presents a beacon of spiritual strength through his new release, Gentle Eagle Garden of Scriptures. This deeply rooted Christian non-fiction work blends powerful Biblical teachings with prayer and motivational Scripture to guide readers toward truth, transformation, and peace. The book is now available for purchase on Amazon.
Divided into four foundational sections, Gentle Eagle Garden of Scriptures begins with select passages from the Gospel of John, where Jesus introduces His mission and invites readers into a relationship with Him. The book then transitions into a principle-based study on salvation and deliverance, promoting a lifestyle grounded in personal devotion, healthy routines, and spiritual clarity. The third section compiles biblical prayers to help believers reach out to God with confidence, while the final segment offers uplifting motivational Scriptures for enduring and overcoming life’s toughest seasons.
Why This Book Matters
Many people today possess a Bible but have yet to uncover its life-changing potential. Author Robert Yantis, also known as Raverata, has seen firsthand how Scripture can guide, heal, and transform. Through Gentle Eagle Garden of Scriptures, he offers an approachable yet profound guide for those struggling, searching, or simply seeking to deepen their faith. This book serves as a conversation starter, a study aid, and a spiritual companion, encouraging intelligent reflection and fostering universal understanding, regardless of one’s background.
Robert Yantis explains, “This book is a tool. It’s a way for people to engage with God’s Word and see for themselves the truth and hope it offers.”
About the Author
Robert Yantis has been devoted to ministry since 1977. Raised in a Christian home, he holds a Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Studies and Bible, with a minor in Biblical languages. He has planted and pastored churches in Wisconsin and South Dakota, established Christian schools, and founded The Gentle Eagle Garden of Scriptures, an outdoor attraction displaying engraved Bible verses. With over five decades of marriage and ministry alongside his wife, Robert Yantis continues to lead, teach, and inspire through Scripture and principle-based studies.
Gentle Eagle Garden of Scriptures is a carefully curated spiritual resource drawn directly from the Holy Bible. Through excerpts from the Gospel of John, principle-centered teachings on deliverance, Bible-based prayers, and motivational verses, this book equips readers with emotional and mental strength to rise above adversity. It invites reflection, encourages devotion, and leads readers toward a meaningful connection with God.
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