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Who has enough experience?
I do! As one of Los Angeles’ most experienced Realtors, I began my career in mortgage banking in the 1980s, developing a vast knowledge of all aspects of the mortgage industry, from being a top loan officer to becoming a Vice President f...
Ask Phyllis: Do Pre-Inspections need to be disclosed?
Ask Phyllis is a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Have a question about real estate? Email us here Dear Phyllis, We have lived in our 85-year-old Glendale home for 40 years. Last year, on our Realtor’s advice, we...
Top 3 ways to help your adult child establish credit
I have been selling Los Angeles homes for more than two decades and am at a point in my career where I am now helping my client’s children purchase their first homes. Many of these kids are getting some type of down payment assistance from th...
3011 Hopeton Road La Crescenta SOLD
3011 Hopeton Road La Crescenta SOLD: I proudly listed 3011 Hopeton Road in La Crescenta’s desirable Pinecrest neighborhood for $969,000. From the beginning, interest was intense. After multiple offers, the home sold for $980,000—above the ...
Is Price Per Square Foot The Best Indicator of Value? – Ask Phyllis:
Ask Phyllis is a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Have a question about real estate? Email us here Is Price Per Square Foot The Best Indicator of Value? Dear Phyllis, I am heavily relying on price per square...
Escrow Closing Delays
Calendaring a client’s move can be a challenge. Moving vans need to be reserved, and house cleaners scheduled. Escrow closing delays can wreak havoc for both home buyers and sellers. There are many moving pieces: lender, escrow, title, buyer,...
What Makes a Great Happy Hour? Top 12 Happy Hours in LA
What makes a great happy hour? Is it the discounted drinks or the appetizers? Delicious, reasonably priced appetizers are my preference in selecting a happy hour destination. Los Angeles offers many great happy hours, but I prefer staying close...
452 Caruso Ave Glendale Americana at Brand– SOLD!
452 Caruso Ave Glendale Americana at Brand: In 2013 I sold my clients their luxury condo at the Americana at Brand. Their purchase price was $593,444. While they enjoyed the luxury lifestyle the Excelsior units provided, they decided to purch...
