Mr. Chatsworth’s Frankly Speaking: San Fernando Valley Homes with Frank Spencer
Frankly Speaking with Mr. Chatsworth Hosted by Frank Spencer | Real Estate, Lifestyle & Local Flavor in the SFV If you’re buying, selling, investing—or just obsessed with the San Fernando Valley lifestyle—this podcast is your new home base. Join Frank Spencer, aka Mr. Chatsworth, as he takes you from Chatsworth to Simi Valley, Northridge to Porter Ranch, unpacking what’s really happening in the local real estate market. Get weekly insights, hidden gems, expert tips, and candid conversations about homes, neighborhoods, and the Southern California dream. 🏡 Real Estate. 🎧 Real Talk. 🌴 Real Valley Living. New episodes every week on YouTube and all major podcast platforms.
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In this episode of Frankly Speaking: SFV Real Estate & Lifestyle, I’m diving into the June 2025 housing market stats for Chatsworth, California—and things are shifting fast.
The Market Action Index has dropped to 34, the lowest we’ve seen in years, putting us right on the edge of a buyer’s market. So what does that mean for pricing, negotiation power, and time on market?
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Frankly Speaking: Is It Still Worth Being a Landlord in LA?Hosted by Frank Spencer | Mr. Chatsworth Real Estate
In this episode of Frankly Speaking, we tackle one of the toughest questions facing today’s property owners: Is it still worth being a landlord in Los Angeles?
With relocation fees reaching up to $25,700, strict Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO) regulations, and shrinking rental profits, many landlords in Chatsworth, ...
What if one of the Valley’s most beloved burger joints had a dark secret? In this episode, I take you to The Munch Box in Chatsworth, California—a classic 1950s-style diner known for its chili dogs and root beer floats. But there’s a shadow over the sunshine: it’s rumored that Charles Manson once used this open-air burger stand as a hangout, waiting for his girlfriend and possibly scouting for recruits. As someone who’s been coming...
Frank Spencer breaks down LA’s mandatory relocation assistance laws and how they impact landlords—especially “Mom & Pop” owners in Chatsworth and the SFV. Learn who pays, how much, and what to do if you're planning to sell or move in. Must-know info for LA property owners!
In this episode of Frankly Speaking, we dive into a critical topic for the Chatsworth community—the growing presence of homeless shelters in our neighborhood. With three separate facilities located within just half a mile of each other, we break down their distinct missions, explore how each one serves the unhoused, and address the community’s concerns around safety and oversight. From The Cielo to Devonshire Lodge to the newly com...
Episode 2 – Is Red’s BBQ Still the Best in 2025? A Simi Valley Staple Gets an Honest Review
In this episode of Frankly Speaking, we take a short drive just outside the San Fernando Valley to revisit a SoCal BBQ legend—Red’s BBQ & Grillery in Simi Valley, CA. Known for serving up “The Best BBQ in Simi Valley” for over 33 years, Red’s has built a loyal following. But in 2025, does it still live up to the hype?
We ordered the Tri-...
Welcome to the First Episode of the Frankly Speaking Podcast by Mr. Chatsworth! 🎉
In this short but heartfelt introduction, I invite you into a friendly, no-fluff conversation about my 17-year love affair with the San Fernando Valley lifestyle — with Chatsworth at its heart. Whether you're a long-time local or just discovering this incredible part of L.A., this podcast is your front-row seat to what makes the Valley so special: it...
Welcome to the First Episode of the Frankly Speaking Podcast by Mr. Chatsworth! 🎉
In this short but heartfelt introduction, I invite you into a friendly, no-fluff conversation about my 17-year love affair with the San Fernando Valley lifestyle — with Chatsworth at its heart. Whether you're a long-time local or just discovering this incredible part of L.A., this podcast is your front-row seat to what makes the Valley so special: it...
I was shocked to find life so worthwhile in the San Fernando Valley. I was raised in Redondo Beach, and my family was raised in the Inland Empire. Living in LA was not on my radar. And then, I fell in love. In love with my wife, and with the community that would soon adopt me as their native son. Join me as we explore all things important in the Valley lifestyle.
I'm Frank Spencer, known far and wide as Mr. Chatsworth — the voice of real estate in the San Fernando Valley. Since 1993, you've been more than a broker I have been a trusted guide, local historian, and neighborhood advocate. I offer expertise in lifestyle storytelling, making Mr. Chatsworth Real Estate a go-to source for anyone looking to live, invest, or simply explore in Chatsworth, Porter Ranch, Simi Valley, and Northridge. Th...
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