By Kim Velsey 6/07/12 10:27am

THERE GOES THE NEIGHBORHOOD

Neighbor Non Grata Mitt Romney

Everybody in La Jolla Hates Their Neighbor, Mitt Romney (Maybe He Should Try Manhattan)

Mitt Romney may have a shot at claiming the presidency come November, but he’s certainly not winning any popularity contests in La Jolla.

Mr. Romney’s neighbors are annoyed with just about everything he does these days. From construction to quadruple the size of his beach house to his secret service detail to wanting to outlaw gay marriage, Mr. Romney has become the most hated person on the block, reports The New York Times.

In the gossipy, resentful tradition of neighbors everywhere, Mr. Romney’s have taken to bashing him like a duck takes to water. (It’s not just New Yorkers living in cramped quarters who complain about their neighbors!) Read More

By Matt Chaban and Kim Velsey 3/29/12 9:30am

Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous

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Mitt in Manhattan: 10 New York Homes Perfect for the Romney Clan

With the damning revelation that Mitt Romney wants to remodel his La Jolla beach house to include an elevator for cars and an underground lair to rival Dr. No, the presidential candidate will once again have to account for the fact he has a vast fortune and many lavish possessions.

While the question of whether or not Mr. Romney’s riches will come between him, the people and the presidency remains to be seen, The Observer couldn’t help wondering why Mr. Romney, who has six houses (and unlike John McCain, can remember them all), does not own that real estate crown jewel—a pied-à-terre in New York. Read More