What Is the California FAIR Plan? A Lifeline for Homeowners in High-Risk Areas
As wildfires continue to impact California communities, more homeowners are finding themselves dropped by traditional insurance companies or unable to get coverag...
Last month, September 2025, the most expensive home sold in La Crescenta was located at 5445 La Crescenta Ave. This luxury home was initially listed for $2,195,000 and sold in twenty-six days for $2,675,000. The seller purchased this La Cresc...
 Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions.
Zero-Threshold Shower vs. Walk-In Tub
Dear Phyllis,
I have been following your column for years and love it! My mom is almost ninety years old and lives in her ow...
Let's examine the Pasadena real estate market for August 2025. Last month, buyers closed sixty-three homes in Pasadena. Of those, thirty-two sold above the asking price, four met the asking price, and twenty-seven sold below it.
A three-bedr...
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions.
Selling a parent’s home
Dear Phyllis,
We sold our La Crescenta home five years ago, and since then, we’ve often reflected on what a fantastic experience we had with...
A great real estate agent constantly studies the market to stay informed and prepared to guide clients effectively. In fact, September 2025 showcased a standout sale: 3001 Lombardy Road in Pasadena claimed the title of the city’s most exp...
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Probate with Court Confirmation,
Dear Phyllis,
I have been a fan of your real estate advice for years. My late brother never had a trust or will and was a ...
Pasadena Weekend Events October 3rd-5th:
La Canada, La Crescenta, & Montrose
Carved is back at Descanso Gardens from October 3rd to 30th. Descanso Railroad will be specially lit for Carved, and new ghosts will join the family of wo...
Tuesday may be considered a strong day to list a home in Glendale.
Local Caravan Schedules: In Glendale, CA, Wednesdays are the days for real estate agent caravans or broker tours. This is when agents preview new listings for their clients. ...