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Ask Phyllis: Is Price Per Square Foot The Best Indicator of Value?
Ask Phyllis is a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Have a question about real estate? Email us here Dear Phyllis, I am heavily relying on price per square foot when making offers but I have lost bidding wars on tw...
Escrow Closing Delays
Calendaring a client’s move can be a challenge. Moving vans need to be reserved, and house cleaners scheduled. Escrow closing delays can wreak havoc for both home buyers and sellers. There are many moving pieces: lender, escrow, title, buyer,...
What Makes a Great Happy Hour? Top 12 Happy Hours in LA
What makes a great happy hour? Is it the discounted drinks or the appetizers? Delicious, reasonably priced appetizers are my preference in selecting a happy hour destination. Los Angeles offers many great happy hours, but I prefer staying close...
452 Caruso Ave., Glendale Americana at Brand– SOLD!
In 2013 I sold my clients their luxury condo at the Americana at Brand. Their purchase price was $593,444. While they enjoyed the luxury lifestyle the Excelsior units provided, they decided to purchase a Glendale home. We just sold and closed...
Ask Phyllisa Real Estate Question: Out of state sales
Ask Phyllis is a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Have a question about real estate? Email us here Dear Phyllis, My 82-year-old mother lives in Arizona and is ready to get her home up for sale. She has lived th...
Preparing to sell your home
Los Angeles home buyers don’t want fixers. Investors do, flippers do, but most first-time home buyers in the San Fernando and San Gabriel Valley have their hearts set on a move-in ready home. After their down payment, most buyers don’t ha...
Five ways to boost your credit score for the New Year
Consumers with higher FICO scores obtain lower interest rates. FICO scores are calculated from five groups obtained from your credit history. Here are the top five ways to boost your credit score: Payment history (35%) Phyllis tip: If y...
California School District Rankings: San Marino, La Canada and South Pasadena School Rankings
Many factors influence home buyers as to what location they desire. Schools often are a major deciding factor on where a family wants to reside. Even if schools aren't high on your priority list, an excellent school district is an important fac...
