A Seller’s Perspective
Are lockboxes out of style?
Not too long ago, most homes priced under $750,000 offered lockbox access. While showing homes in Pasadena, I am coming across more and more that are shown by appointment only. Why this new trend, are lockboxes out of style? Lockboxes have e...
Should you do a pre-inspection when selling your home?
As inspection reports on the same home often vary from home inspector to home inspector, I have consistently been against a pre-inspection when selling your home. I believed buyers should conduct their due diligence at their own expense. I...
Home Staging on a Budget
While professional home staging is not always worth the expense, there are some instances when home staging really makes a difference. Not every home needs to be professionally staged with rented furniture and this is where your real estate age...
Is Home Staging Worth the Expense?
When is home staging worth the expense? It depends, not every home needs to be professionally staged. Obviously an experienced Realtor with great marketing is crucial. Let’s take a look at this La Crescenta home I just sold. In this instance...
The luck of the Irish has nothing to do with real estate
Preparing your home for sale? Perhaps you have already planted some flowers and decluttered. The primary missing ingredient is selecting the right real estate agent. Because it doesn’t cost the home seller more, I advocate hiring you...
Home Sellers Want Top Dollar? Learn The Six Most Important Things to Consider When Selling Your Home
Each home seller is unique. Some don’t want to bother with preparing their home for sale and don’t mind if they leave money on the closing table. Either way, there are important things to consider when selling your home. But m...
Not all Realtors® are Created Equal
. . The agent you hire should assist you in preparing your home for sale. Your real estate agent should guide you in establishing the correct list price. In addition they should prepare a customized marketing plan. Not all Realtors are creat...
Home Pricing Mistakes
Surprisingly, pricing your home is one of my most difficult tasks. Proper pricing is more art than science; it requires that I consider current market conditions. In both an escalating and declining market recent sales are not as indicative o...
