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Harb and Co. Real Estate Wrap Up
Harb and Co. Real Estate Wrap Up: I cherished every moment of my parents’ visit, but sadly, they head home tomorrow. We gathered in the kitchen on Saturday and whipped up a belated Thanksgiving feast, filling the house with savory aromas. ...
Luxury Home Sale in Glendale California November 2017
Luxury Home Sale in Glendale California November 2017: Last month, the most expensive luxury home sale in Glendale was 2176 E. Chevy Chase Dr. which sold for $3,050,000. This Glendale estate was listed for $3,200,000. Marketing Remark for ...
Short Sale Timelines
Dear Phyllis, Three weeks ago, we made an offer for a short sale listing. The seller’s agent acknowledged receipt and said she forwarded our offer to the bank. She says she still hasn’t heard from the bank and as you can imagine, we are ...
Harb and Co Update November 2017
Harb and Co Update November 2017 This LA Realtor spent five relaxing days over Thanksgiving in Puerto Vallarta – it was a no-cooking Thanksgiving and incredibly peaceful. It was the perfect time for this LA Realtor to sneak away to her...
La Crescenta Home Values October 2017
La Crescenta Home Values October 2017: Last month, La Crescenta home values ranged from $580,000 to $1,110,000—half of the homes sold for over $765,000, while the other half sold for less. Demand remains strong. The absorption rate i...
Saving On Capital Gains
Dear Phyllis, My parents moved out of state two years ago and converted their home to a rental. To avoid capital gains tax, my accountant thinks my parents should sell. Particularly as it was their primary residence for at least 2 of the...
Luxury Home Sales in Glendale, California
Last month the most expensive luxury home sale in Glendale was 1623 Hill Crest Ave. which sold for $2,681,250. This Glendale estate was listed for $2,495,000. MLS Remarks Read: This is truly one of the most spectacular GATED compounds i...
Transferring Property Taxes
Ask Phyllis is a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Have a question about real estate? Email us here Dear Phyllis, Next year my wife and I plan to downsize to a smaller home or condo. We are contemplating renting our...
