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How to calculate capital gains on a primary residence
Dear Phyllis, I look forward to your weekly column. My husband and I are thinking of selling our home and moving to Nevada. He has a civil service pension and we could have a much higher standard of living there. Can you explain how to c...
The offer process, selecting the right buyer
Of course most home sellers want to sell for the highest price. But many are very emotional about their home and neighbors. I just got off the phone with a past client. We received more than a dozen offers on her home. In a certain price range,...
La Crescenta Housing Update July 2019
La Crescenta Housing Update July 2019: Last month thirty-five La Crescenta homes (91214 zip) closed escrow up from last month. Prices ranged from a two bedroom, one bathroom, 848 sq ft home on Piemont Ave. which sold for $700,000 to a four bedr...
Just Listed: 3018 N Naomi Street Burbank
We are excited about our new listing located at 3018 N Naomi Street Burbank. Livable Today Update to Your Heart's Desire Later This inviting three-bedroom home sits close to Burbank’s finest attractions. Top-rated schools draw familie...
4718 Rosemont Ave. La Crescenta: Most Expensive Home Sold in July 2019
The most expensive home sold in July 2019, was 4718 Rosemont Ave. La Crescenta. This gorgeous family home was on the market for 43 days and sold to a cash buyer. Originally listed for $1,550,000 this listing sold for $1,525,000 which was a ...
Seniors, learn how to transfer your low property taxes when downsizing
Seniors, learn how to transfer your low property taxes when downsizing Dear Phyllis, My husband and I are planning on downsizing. But we are undecided if we should rent our present home and then perhaps rent something in San Diego whe...
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...
