The earnest money deposit is a critical part of the home buying process. Once deposited with escrow, your earnest money proves to the seller that you are moving forward. It’s similar to an engagement ring- it’s a sign of good faith.
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Pasadena Luxury Home Sale September 2015: Last month (September 2015), the most expensive Pasadena luxury home sale was 1150 El Molino. Charles Driscoll designed this six-bedroom, seven-bath Italian Revival home, constructed in 1911. The home i...
Since I started selling real estate, I have noticed that the powers that be are dumbing down the real estate industry. When I began selling real estate, the Real Estate Purchase Agreement (RPA) had a provision that when a certain box was checke...
La Crescenta home sales September 2015: Each month, Harb and Co. run the numbers for La Crescenta home sales. The average La Crescenta home is selling in 47 days for over $800,000. You will note that April is the peak Spring selling season with...
1206 Winchester Ave in Glendale: Spanish Mission Style in Northwest Glendale
This character home is situated in one of my favorite Glendale neighborhoods near historic Brand Park and Kenneth Village. The elegant living room with coved ceilin...
Glendale Luxury Real Estate Sales 3232 Dora Verdugo: Last month, the most expensive Glendale luxury real estate sale was 3232 Dora Verdugo in Glendale’s Oakmont Country Club neighborhood. The five-bedroom, five-bath home is over 6,000 square ...
La Canada home values September 2015: The average selling price to list price is down. And the absorption rate took a big jump. For one thing, the slowdown is partly the usual seasonal slowdown. Kids return to school. Families focus on settlin...
Prepare your home for the coming El Nino
Angelinos eagerly brace for the approaching El Niño. Here’s how you actively prepare your home for the stormy season, with transition words and short, active sentences:
First, inspect your roo...
Luxury Real Estate Sale in La Crescenta September 2015: Last month, the most expensive La Crescenta luxury home sale was 4750 Briggs Ave. This four-bedroom, four-bath home is 4,000 square feet on 1/3 acre with a pool. Selling to a cash buyer fo...
Pet peeves: For those who truly know me, you understand my intense hatred for flies. Everyone dislikes them, but I loathe them. Previously, I stashed cans of Raid in every corner of my home. However, friends recently gifted me fantastic fly-fi...