A Seller’s Perspective
Family Real Estate Drama
Dear Phyllis, I have four siblings and am the executor for my parent's home, and there is too much family real estate drama. After my mom passed, my brother wanted me to list the home with one of his high school friends. I interviewed hi...
Pros and Cons of Seller Carry Backs
Ask Phyllis is a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Â Have a question about real estate? Â Email us here Dear Phyllis, What are the pros and cons of a seller carry back? I own an old Craftsman that needs a lot of work....
When Is it ok to switch Realtors?
Ask Phyllis is a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions.  Have a question about real estate?  Email us here Dear Phyllis, As trustee, I will be listing my uncle’s home for sale. My question is it ok to switch Realtors b...
Is home staging necessary?
Ask Phyllis is a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Â Have a question about real estate? Â Email us here Is home staging necessary? Dear Phyllis, I met with a real estate agent who wants me to move my furniture out of...
Recommendations for home sellers looking to maximize their profit
As Los Angeles real estate values have skyrocketed, buyers are becoming more discerning. And why shouldn’t they? While showing La Crescenta homes recently, my client wasn’t excited about the home without central air and heat that will sell ...
Why isn’t my home selling?
Dear Phyllis, According to your column and everything I read, it’s a seller’s market. Homes are selling quickly, many for more than the asking price. BUT MY HOME IS NOT SELLING! My agent set the price, and my home is freshly painted....
Home Selling Guarantee, Fact or Fiction
Ask Phyllis is a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Â Have a question about real estate? Â Email us here Home Selling Guarantee, Fact or Fiction Dear Phyllis, I have a rental property that is extremely run-down and ...
Realtors preview homes each week
Most Realtors preview homes each week. This allows us to check out the newest listings in our communities and keep up to date on home values. In our San Fernando and San Gabriel neighborhoods, our primary caravan days are as follows: Tuesday...
