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National Association of Realtors Commission Lawsuit

You might have heard about the recent National Association of Realtors (NAR) commission lawsuit. It will impact how Realtors are paid and the costs borne by home buyers and sellers. Let me try to explain my understanding of the lawsuit. ...

Escrow Closed for First-Time Home Buyers

Harb and Co. is happy to report that escrow has closed for our first-time home buyers on their charming 2-bedroom townhome with a loft. Our client toured eight townhomes. They submitted an offer for a townhome that the assessor had legal...

What are the requirements for a room to be considered a bedroom?

Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Dear Phyllis, My son has an accepted offer on a condo. He went to a busy open house; there were other offers, and he felt pressured into making a strong offer. The uni...

Are Bidding Wars Here to Stay?

If you've been considering the purchase of a home, you may have hoped that higher interest rates would lead to fewer bidding wars. However, despite rates and the economy pushing some buyers out of the market, bidding wars are here to stay for n...

What is a buydown?

Temporary buydowns can be a strategy for buyers to access lower mortgage payments initially, providing initial payment savings. Sometimes it can be negotiated that the seller funds these temporary buydowns to make the property more at...

Buying a multi-unit property as your first home

Buying a multi-unit property as your first home can be a smart financial move. Here are some advantages and considerations to keep in mind: Advantages: Rental Income: Owning a multi-unit property allows you to generate rental income by le...

Buying a Flip

Buying a Flip Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Dear Phyllis, I appreciate your take on the real estate market and have a new topic for discussion. My son will be relocating to the Foothills soon an...

One South Orange Grove, built in 1980, is a gated collection of townhomes in the best part of Pasadena. Residents have front-row seats for Pasadena's Annual Rose Parade, while close by is the Norton Simon Art Museum, the Rose Bowl, the Historic Arroyo Seco and easy freeway access. Nearby there is Old Town Pasadena shopping and dining to enhance the year-round living experience. One South Orange Grove offers 13 units on 3 floors with two bedroom layouts ranging from 1,700 square feet up to 2,200 square feet. They feature formal entry, floor-to-ceiling windows, formal living room with fireplace, formal dining room and spacious private patios. The gourmet kitchens offer an abundance of cabinet space and breakfast area. The master suites include a fireplace and walk-in closets. The master baths boast dual sinks, soaking tub, separate shower and lavatory room. The attached over-sized 2-car garages have built-in cabinetry and a separate storage room as well as a laundry area. Amenities include gated entry, a pool and spa.

1 South Orange Grove Pasadena Sold

Earlier this month, I sold 1 South Orange Grove Pasadena. First, a little about the community: Constructed in 1980, One South Orange Grove is a gated collection of townhomes in Pasadena's finest location. With a front-row view of Pasadena's ...

Buyer taking possession

Buyer taking possession Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Dear Phyllis, I find your real estate questions and answers so interesting. thank you! After a year, my daughter and her husband finally accep...

Was there really another offer?

Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Dear Phyllis, My mother reads your real estate question and answers and told me to get your opinion. My fiancé and I made an offer on a La Crescenta home that had bee...

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