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Seniors, learn how to transfer your low property taxes when downsizing
This is outdated information from a previous real estate question and answer published in the Crescenta Valley Weekly Updated information on Proposition 19 Seniors, learn how to transfer your low property taxes when downsi...
Glendale Housing Update July 2019
Glendale Housing July 2019: Selling prices ranged from $345,000 for a one bedroom, one bath, 567 square foot home on Romulus Dr. to $2,250,000 for a six bedroom, seven bath, 5,960 square foot estate at 705 Cumberland Rd. Last month thirty-six G...
Real Estate 101: Professional real estate photos
Each morning most real estate agents check the MLS. I have a "hot sheet". My custom hot sheet reflects new Glendale, Pasadena, La Canada and La Crescenta listings. It also notes price reductions, new escrows, sales and cancellations. I enjoy...
705 Cumberland Road, Glendale: Most Expensive Home Sold July 2019
The most expensive home sold in July 2019 was 705 Cumberland Road, Glendale. This gorgeous Spanish estate sold for $2,670,000 in forty-four days. This luxury Glendale home originally listed at $3,100,000. The home was previously listed at $3,20...
What are the pros and cons of a long escrow?
What are the pros and cons of a long escrow? What are the pros and cons of a long escrow? Dear Phyllis, I read your real estate column and understand that many homes in Glendale are selling quickly. But I have a higher-valued home ...
Pasadena Housing Market July 2019
Pasadena Housing Market July 2019: Selling prices ranged from $485,000 for a one bedroom, one bath, 608 square foot home on Montana St. to $6,885,000 for a three bedroom, four bath, 6,092 square foot estate at 220 N. San Rafael Ave. Last month ...
220 N San Rafael Ave Pasadena: Most Expensive Home Sold July 2019
The highest-priced home sold in July 2019 was 220 N San Rafael Ave Pasadena. The Richter Estate was listed for $6,885,000 and sold for the asking price in twelve days. The sellers bought this home in 2008 for $3,600,000. Before their purch...
How to create curb appeal on a budget
How to create curb appeal on a budget Dear Phyllis, My aunt passed away, and I am therefore the executor of her estate. I live in Northern California and don’t have time to do much to her La Canada home before it gets on t...
