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Realtor Life Amid the Corona Virus
As we approach the end of week seven of this pandemic, I am optimistic. Hopefully we have made it more than half way through the bizarre experience of the coronavirus. It's encouraging to me. With more sacrifices we will ideally emerge st...
Negotiating the Realtors Commission
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Email us here Negotiating the Realtors Commission Dear Phyllis, I will be selling my home in the fall. What is the best way for me to find the agent with the lowest ...
4713 Vineta Avenue La Canada: Highest Priced Home Sold March 2020
Last month the highest priced home sold was 4713 Vineta Avenue La Canada. This single story ranch was listed for $2,775,000. It sold in twenty-three days for over asking at $2,825,000. The sellers purchased this impressive home in June of 200...
Which is the best day of the week to list your home for sale?
Many real estate agents will tell you that Friday is the best day of the week to list your home for sale in the MLS (multiple listing service). But that is not correct. When Harb & Co. has a new listing, we first input our listing in the...
Pasadena Housing Update March 2020
Pasadena Housing Update March 2020: Selling prices ranged from $465,000 for a two-bedroom, one bath, 780 square-foot home on Raymond Ave. to $5,475,000 for a four-bedroom, five- bath, 4,137 square foot estate at 1185 Arden Rd. Last month, fi...
Will a remodel affect your taxes?
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Email us here Will a remodel affect your taxes? Dear Phyllis: I have a question regarding property tax reassessments when an owner adds additional square feet. My el...
1185 Arden Road Pasadena: Highest Priced Home Sold March 2020
The highest-priced home sold in March 2020 was 1185 Arden Road Pasadena. The sellers purchased this home in December of 2016 for $1,282,500. They purchased for land value and rebuilt. After 88 days, this home was sold for $5,798,000, $730,000...
Staging Your Bathroom for Sale
Contemplating a home sale? Staging your bathroom for sale is one of the simplest ways to sell for top dollar. Examine: Does your bathroom need a fresh coat of paint? If the lighting and hardware is out of date consider replacing. Clea...
