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California Probate Deposits
California Probate Deposits: Is a 10% Deposit Mandatory? Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Please email us here. Dear Phyllis, Several months ago, my wife and I made an offer on a probate. ...
Pasadena Housing Market September 2021
Here's our update on the Pasadena Housing Market for September 2021 Of the 89 Pasadena sales, 58 homes sold over the asking price. The average selling price was $1,727,991, while the average list price was $1,676,363. Selling prices rang...
Selling this Sunland Rental
I, like most Realtors, prefer not to handle leases. We do so as a courtesy to existing clients. It is about as much work as a sale, and the pay to the Realtor is meager. Keep in mind that our broker gets a portion of our commission. With a rent...
1585 Orlando Road Pasadena – Most Expensive Home Sold September 2021
Last month the most expensive sale was 1585 Orlando Road Pasadena. This historic Pasadena estate was originally listed for $15,488,000. It sold in 139 days for $13,255,572. The sellers purchased this amazing property from Dodger legend pitcher...
Purpose of the home inspection
Purpose of the home inspection Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Email us here Dear Phyllis, We have been looking for a home for over six months and made several offers before we got one ac...
Pasadena Housing Market August 2021
Let's look in-depth at the Pasadena housing market in August 2021. Last month, a total of sixty-nine homes were sold, marking another active month in the market. This level of activity reflects strong buyer interest and steady demand. Diving ...
Selling a Home with Solar Panels
Selling a home with solar panels can be a little tricky. We just closed escrow on the Sunland home, and here's how it went: I met with this Sunland home seller at the beginning of June. We did a presale inspection on June 15th. Her handyman ...
837 El Campo Drive Pasadena – Most Expensive Home Sold August 2021
Last month, August 2021 the most expensive home sold was 837 El Campo Drive Pasadena. Award-winning Dutch architect Johannes Van Tilburg designed this amazing home, initially listed for $6,388,000. After forty-seven days, it sold to a cash buye...
