A Buyer’s Perspective
What are Tiny Houses?
Tiny houses come in all shapes and sizes, including container homes. The average American spends more than ¼ of his income towards housing. Tiny homes offer the benefit of living a simpler, less expensive lifestyle (and who doesn’t long fo...
What does an earnest money deposit and an engagement ring have in common?
The earnest money deposit is a critical part of the home buying process. Once deposited with escrow, your earnest money proves to the seller that you are moving forward. It’s similar to an engagement ring- it’s a sign of good faith. In o...
Dumbing Down The Real Estate Industry
Since I started selling real estate, I have noticed that the powers that be are dumbing down the real estate industry. When I began selling real estate, the Real Estate Purchase Agreement (RPA) had a provision that when a certain box was checke...
Just Listed: Toluca Lake Fixer
I just listed this Toluca Lake Fixer. It's a charming farmhouse located at 4554 Cartwright Ave., Toluca Lake Open House Schedule: Thursday, 10/8 9:30 AM - noon Saturday, 10/10, 2-4 PM Sunday, 10/11 2-4 PM Tuesday 10/13 11 AM- 1 PM Stop b...
The Inside Scoop About Back up Offers
My sister lives in Washington (state) and she and her husband decided to move from their community to a neighboring one. Like most home buyers she was looking online, at sites such as Realtor.com and Zillow. In the same manner as the majo...
Just Sold: Pasadena Traditional
I recently closed escrow on this charming Pasadena Traditional in Pasadena’s President’s neighborhood. About my buyer: I had sold his parent’s La Crescenta home years ago. The son has grown, has a great job, and is getting married i...
Real Estate Roller Coaster – Should you sell now and rent?
You may have read Steve Lopez’s article in the LA Times: Cash buyers and premium prices leave middle-class home seekers locked out. Now that real estate prices have skyrocketed, I am learning of homeowners wanting to sell now and rent un...
How many home inspectors does it take to inspect a Pasadena home?
After looking at homes for several months my clients successfully had their offer accepted for a home in Pasadena's President's neighborhood. A 1930's home with a shake roof. So how many home inspectors does it take to inspect a Pasad...
