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Si Roma in Glendale: What’s new in the Neighborhood
Last week, after Glendale's Wednesday Broker caravan, Kris and I checked out Si Roma. Because we went on a caravan, we wanted a quick meal, so we ordered online and brought the sandwiches back to the office. They have been in Glendale fo...
Pasadena Real Estate Market January 2024
Let's dive into the Pasadena real estate market for January 2024 and compare it to January 2023. Last month, thirty-five homes sold, up from January last year's twenty-five. Seventeen of these homes were sold for over the asking price, one at t...How do you prepare for real estate photos?
It’s picture day! Your most important showing is today, where you should put the most effort. First impressions count. How do you prepare for real estate photos? THE BASICS: The home should be clean; ideally, the yard, walkways, and pat...
3245 Villa Highlands Dr Pasadena Most Expensive Home Sold January 2024
In January 2024, the most expensive home sold in Pasadena was 3245 Villa Highlands Drive. This stunning Pasadena Ranch Estate was initially listed for $4,199,900 and sold over asking in just nine days for $4,320,000. The sellers bought this hom...
La Canada Real Estate Market January 2024
Let's compare the La Canada real estate market from January 2024 to January 2023. Last month, only three homes sold, down from January last year's eleven. The absorption rate is unusually high. It will be interesting to see how that changes in ...
Learn All About Proposition 19 and Its Consequences
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Proposition 19 Dear Phyllis, I am a recent homeowner in Tujunga. Subscribing to the weekly newspaper allowed me to learn about the area. From reading your column, I...
4942 Commonwealth Ave La Canada Most Expensive Home Sold January 2024
The most expensive home sold in La Canada in January 2024 was 4942 Commonwealth Ave. This 2004-built luxury estate was sold before it was put on the MLS (multiple listing service). It sold "off market". The buyers purchased this home for $5,000...
Reverse Mortgage Confusion
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Reverse Mortgage Confusion Dear Phyllis, I enjoyed reading your column and have learned a lot about reverse mortgages. I have moved in with my parents, who are in th...
