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2017 Los Angeles Real Estate Trends

Real estate trends are constantly changing. As we approach the end of the year, let’s take a look at 2017 Los Angeles real estate trends: *One more reason Los Angeles housing inventory remains tight: Homeowners are remaining in their h...

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Luxury Home Sales in Pasadena, CA

Luxury Home Sale in Pasadena CA November 2017

Luxury Sale in Pasadena November 2017: The most expensive luxury home sale in Pasadena last month took place at 2804 E. California Blvd. This stunning estate sold for $4,900,000, marking a significant transaction in the high-end market. Orig...

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Winning the bidding wars

Realtor Responsibilities

Dear Phyllis, Four months ago, our home was in escrow and it was a nightmare. Our buyer’s original offer was a cash offer. He then opted to get a loan and the appraisal came in low. All of this developed after we had been in escrow for...

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Glendale, CA Home Values

Glendale CA Home Values November 2017

Glendale CA Home Values November 2017: A new real estate report reveals essential housing market trends. High student loan debt and a lack of affordable homes are major factors. These challenges have contributed to a significant drop in Am...

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Harb and Co. Real Estate Wrap Up

Harb and Co. Real Estate Wrap Up

Harb and Co. Real Estate Wrap Up: I cherished every moment of my parents’ visit, but sadly, they head home tomorrow. We gathered in the kitchen on Saturday and whipped up a belated Thanksgiving feast, filling the house with savory aromas. ...

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Winning the bidding wars

Short Sale Timelines

Dear Phyllis, Three weeks ago, we made an offer for a short sale listing. The seller’s agent acknowledged receipt and said she forwarded our offer to the bank. She says she still hasn’t heard from the bank and as you can imagine, we are ...

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open house trivia

Harb and Co Update November 2017

Harb and Co Update November 2017 This LA Realtor spent five relaxing days over Thanksgiving in Puerto Vallarta – it was a no-cooking Thanksgiving and incredibly peaceful. It was the perfect time for this LA Realtor to sneak away to her...

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La Crescenta Home Values

La Crescenta Home Values October 2017

La Crescenta Home Values October 2017: Last month, La Crescenta home values ranged from $580,000 to $1,110,000—half of the homes sold for over $765,000, while the other half sold for less. Demand remains strong. The absorption rate i...

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Winning the bidding wars

Saving On Capital Gains

Dear Phyllis, My parents moved out of state two years ago and converted their home to a rental. To avoid capital gains tax, my accountant thinks my parents should sell. Particularly as it was their primary residence for at least 2 of the...

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