A Seller’s Perspective
The Renovation Question: What to Fix When Selling
There is a different set of fix-its for those planning to prepare their home for sale. First, consult with your Realtor who should be working with a home stylist or stager who can help you decide what to fix when selling. Common Fix-its ...
We Buy Homes for Cash – is that legitimate?
Ask Phyllis is a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Have a question about real estate? Email us here You have seen the signs: We buy homes for cash, but is it legitimate? Dear Phyllis, I look forward to your wee...
Selling off market
Is quietly selling my home a good idea? Dear Phyllis, I thought I was relocating to San Diego and met with two Realtors® to find out how much my home would sell for. I didn’t end up accepting the job, so I didn’t sell. One of the Rea...
How to Determine your Asking Price
Ask Phyllis is a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Have a question about real estate? Please email us here. Dear Phyllis, Last year, thinking we were going to remain in our home for many years. We refinanced to combin...
How to Tell When it’s Time to Fire Your Realtor
Ask Phyllis is a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Have a question about real estate? Email us here Dear Phyllis, In August I signed a contract with a local real estate agent. Other than one open house and a few a...
Should home sellers leave for showings?
Most home sellers understand that they should leave when buyers arrive for viewings. Should home sellers leave for showings? Buyers are often uncomfortable while visiting when the owner is there. They find opening closets awkward, voicing o...
How to Determine your Asking Price
Dear Phyllis, Last year, thinking we were going to remain in our home for many years, we refinanced to combine our first and second loans and to take advantage of a lower interest rate. Our home appraised for $950,000. Zillow says my...
Determining your Tax Basis
I am a real estate agent and am not qualified to offer tax advice. But of course, as a California Realtor, there are certain general things I should be aware of. When it’s time to sell your home, you certainly want to take advanta...
