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Is It Time To Fire Your Realtor®?
Is it time to fire your Realtor®? Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Email us here Dear Phyllis, In March I signed a contract with a local real estate agent. Other than a few ads he has done ...
Pasadena Housing Market May 2020
Let's delve into the Pasadena housing market May 2020. First, I prefer to examine it year over year.... and what a crazy few months and recent events have been: Selling prices ranged from $495,000 for a three bedroom, one bath,...
Smart Homes – Nest Doorbell
Break-ins have escalated in my La Canada neighborhood and although I have two German Shepherds, I wanted more security. Ring and Nest doorbells allow you to know who's at your doorstep from your phone. They are designed to show you everything...
1776 Linda Vista Avenue Pasadena – Most Expensive Home Sold May 2020
Last month the most expensive home sold was 1776 Linda Vista Avenue Pasadena. This luxury home overlooking the Rose Bowl was previously listed for $4,500,000 and sold before going in the MLS (Multiple Listing Service) for $4,425,000. The seller...
Pasadena Housing Market April 2020
Let's delve into the Pasadena housing market April 2020. Last month, April 2020, the least expensive home sold in Pasadena was a three-bedroom, three-bath 1900 square foot home at 1797 N. Summit Avenue. It sold for $500,000...
Los Angeles Smart Homes: Nest Thermostat
There are many smart home features for Los Angeles homeowners. And some are extremely simple to use. One of my favorites is the Nest thermostat. Los Angeles Smart Homes: Nest Thermostat I live in a two story home with a detached guest hou...
La Canada Architect Jack Simison
When I first married my husband, he was a member of the La Canada Flintridge County Club. The more I frequented the club, the more I appreciated the architecture. As a La Canada Realtor, I needed to study and learn more about the La Canada arch...
