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Seller Options When The Appraisal Comes In Low

Why did our agent counter the offer?

Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Why did our agent counter the offer? Dear Phyllis, We recently sold our home, but the experience was unsettling. We received three offers over the asking price. One...

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Winning the bidding wars

Hauler Pricing Dispute

Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Hauler Pricing Dispute Dear Phyllis, I have been an avid reader of yours for years and truly enjoy the variety of topics you cover. We are preparing to sell my m...

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Winning the bidding wars

What is a material fact

Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. What is a material fact? Dear Phyllis, I really enjoy your column and believe I have a new scenario which you have not touched on. My aunt has her home listed and i...

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Seller Options When The Appraisal Comes In Low

How Should a Trustee Select a Realtor

Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. How Should a Trustee Select a Realtor Dear Phyllis, My mother passed earlier this year. She had been living with my brother and his wife. As the eldest daughter, my...

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Seller Options When The Appraisal Comes In Low

Selling a parent’s home

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 ha...

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Seller Options When The Appraisal Comes In Low

Financial planner urging to sell

Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Financial planner urging to sell Dear Phyllis I'm a big admirer and would appreciate your insight on a personal financial matter. I'm a widow, and my late husband used ...

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days on market

Days on market

Days on market can be a seller’s worst enemy because it directly impacts the home's perception and the final sale price. When a property sits on the market too long, buyers begin to wonder what’s wrong with it. Even if there’s nothing str...

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