A Seller’s Perspective
Avoiding the Tax Man, Propositions 60 and 90
Propositions 60 and 90: Getting older has perks, like senior discounts. But one of the most significant benefits for Los Angeles seniors is the chance to save on property taxes. Thanks to Propositions 60 and 90, you may transfer your property...
It’s Not Usually How I Do It
 It seems that most of my clients selling their home provide me with a little lead time. Not so with my recent La Crescenta sale in Markridge Estates. I met the owner on March 9th. We closed May 9th for $26,000 over asking price. O...
How Much Should you Invest in the Sale of your Home?
Selling your home in today’s heated seller’s market is easy. But selling for the highest possible price takes a bit more effort. How much money should you invest in the sale of your home? The seller’s of my La Crescenta listing on ...Los Angeles Real Estate are we Heading for Another Bubble?
Los Angeles County Real Estate Values have risen dramatically. Due to stringent lending guidelines and the large numbers of cash buyers, there is no cause for concern for another real estate bubble.  But now that prices have appreciated,...
When Does the Sold Sign Go Up?
I admit to being superstitious. Therefore, I typically won’t place the sold sign rider on the sign until after the buyer removes their investigative contingency. At that time, the buyer had completed all of their inspections. However, som...
Can St. Joseph Really Help Sell Your Home?
If you read my real estate blog you know that we are in a strong seller’s market. While inventory is tight and most homes are selling quickly in multiple offers for over asking price, a handful remain on the market a bit...
When In Doubt Disclose
Most home sellers (other than the institutional type) must disclose facts and defects that materially affect their home's value or desirability. The Transfer Disclosure Statement (T.D.S.) and Seller Property Questionnaire (S.P.Q.) assist the se...
Where to begin when selling your home?
I have recently sold several homes where the homeowners lived for decades. I have been in my home for nearly twenty years, and the thought of moving makes me panic (fortunately, we aren’t going anywhere). Where to begin when selling your home...
