Home Staging Trends: A significant portion of a realtor’s job description is previewing property. We do this to keep current on real estate trends, pricing, home staging trends, and inventory. Although I have several buyer’s agents, I often...
I am concerned over how quickly Los Angeles real estate values have rebounded in one year. Last September the average sales price of a Glendale home was $623,755. The average price per square foot was $327.70 – 15% less than September 2013. ...
One of the most essential features of a luxury home is a strong connection to the outdoors. Doors that open wide and spaces that flow easily outside make a big difference. They create an effortless indoor-outdoor lifestyle. A home that opens w...
In September 2012, 18 La Crescenta homes sold versus this year’s 22, the average price per square foot was $361.14. A year ago the average La Crescenta home was on the market (DOM) 59 days versus this year’s 43. The CDOM (cumulative/tot...
In this Realtor's Week of October 2013:
I have four new listings hitting the market in the next few weeks.
One of these might be a match if you know anyone urgently looking for a home.
926 Encanto Drive, Arcadia $1,588,000
They are in the...
While the number of homes sold hasn't changed comparing September 2012 vs. September 2013 – the average price per square foot of La Canada home values are up 17%. Last year the average price per sq ft of standard sales was $435.05, ...
Harb & Co Real Estate Wrap Up September 2013: 7207 Flora Morgan sold (multiple offers)
Each homeowner has different needs. Some want a quick sale, while others prefer to maximize their bottom line by taking a little time to prepare the...
My first recollection of a Dutch door was Mr. Ed’s barn door.
The Dutch door originated in the Netherlands in the 1600s. It allowed the occupants the ability to open the top half while keeping the bottom closed. This kept children contai...
It’s frightening how quickly and how much Pasadena real estate values have increased.
In August 2012, 87 Pasadena homes sold at an average of $366.46 price per square foot. There were 19 short sales and foreclosures (22% of the Pa...
Pasadena Luxury Condominiums: Last week, Joe (Harb) and I checked out the new luxury condos at 920 N. Granite Drive in Pasadena. Granite Park, in the heart of Pasadena's South Lake Ave District, was offered for sale a few years ago, and abo...