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Time is a buyer’s worst enemy
Ask Phyllis is a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Have a question about real estate? Email us here Dear Phyllis, I haven’t seen you address this. Does accepting the seller's counter offer equal a binding contra...
A first time home buyer begins to settle in
My youngest daughter works in Beverly Hills and the daily commute from La Canada is overwhelming. Because rents are astronomical we tackled the rent versus buy dilemma. Tenants have little security over rent increases, or worse notice to vacate...
The Wells Fargo Debacle
I previously worked in the mortgage banking industry, where I saw firsthand how corrupt and dishonest many banks can be. When the mortgage meltdown unfolded, I followed it closely. Since then, I’ve tried to stay current on the latest bankin...
Luxury home sale in Glendale April 2017
Luxury home sale in Glendale April 2017; Last month, the most expensive luxury home sale in Glendale was 1550 Virginia Ave., sited on one of Glendale’s most beautiful blocks in Northwest Glendale. This five-bedroom, five-bath Tudor-style home...
Is home staging necessary?
Ask Phyllis is a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Have a question about real estate? Email us here Is home staging necessary? Dear Phyllis, I met with a real estate agent who wants me to move my furniture out of...Pasadena Home Sales March 2017
Pasadena Home Sales March 2017: Pasadena Home Sales seem fairly consistent. The average price per square foot has hovered in the $560 range for the last two months. The absorption rate is in the 2 percent range. This indicates there is just ov...
Recommendations for home sellers looking to maximize their profit
As Los Angeles real estate values have skyrocketed, buyers are becoming more discerning. And why shouldn’t they? While showing La Crescenta homes recently, my client wasn’t excited about the home without central air and heat that will sell ...La Crescenta Values March 2017
La Crescenta Values March 2017: La Crescenta home values continue to rise. Average days on the market dwindle because some listings sell before going into the multiple listing service, equating to zero days on the market. The 1.14% absorpt...
