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A Buyer’s Perspective

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...

First Time Home Buyer Tips

Before you start thinking of buying your first home, there are several important steps and considerations to consider. First-time home buyer tips: Create a Budget: Establish a realistic budget considering your income, expenses, and fi...

The future of real estate commissions

The US and Canadian real estate industry faces significant challenges due to class action lawsuits related to buyer agent commissions. These lawsuits could affect the future of real estate commissions. The suits argue that agents have "forced" ...

Realtor’s long vacation

Realtor’s long vacation Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Dear Phyllis, I used to look forward to your real estate question and answers. However, much of it seems repetitive. I have a new topic for ...

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