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Appraisers Now Believe Your Home Is Worth More Than You Do
In 2013, my most significant difficulty was getting my listings appraised for what the buyer agreed to pay. But the real estate tide has turned. A recent study by Quicken Loans compared homeowner perceptions of value to appraiser opinions. On a...
Glendale Luxury Home Sale October 2014
Glendale Luxury Home Sale October 2014: As often happens this time of year, luxury home sales in Glendale have tapered off. Only one luxury home sale closed escrow last month. 1623 Hillcrest Ave., Glendale 91202 This home is owned by ...
Pasadena Real Estate Values October 2014
There were 62 Pasadena home sales last month; more than ¼ sold to cash buyers. The absorption rate has steadily increased the last four months and is the highest for the year. While still a strong seller’s market, the marke...
Luxury Real Estate Sales in La Canada
Luxury real estate sales in are thriving in La Canada. There were four, three million + La Canada real estate sales in October, one of which sold for cash: 655 Hillcrest, La Canada, 91011 sold for cash. It was a tear down on a one + acre v...
Harb & Co. Can Move You Across Town Or Across The Globe
Did you know that Harb & Co. can help you move across town or across the globe? Sometimes, your doctor will give you a referral to a specialist. A referral from a trusted provider is often appreciated and answers: What do I do next? Real ...
Will An Open House Sell Your Home?
Prior to the internet, open houses rarely sold homes, but all of that has changed. Buyers are constantly searching popular real estate web sites such as www.Realtor.com and often learn of new listings and price reductions sooner than their R...
New Lending Guidelines Make It Easier For Some To Get A Loan
Now that home prices have escalated and most investors have slowed their buying frenzy, the banks have decided to welcome those with lower FICO scores and/or smaller down payments back into the real estate game. New lending guidelines make ...
Pasadena September 2014 Luxury Listings and Home Sales
When envisioning luxury real estate in Pasadena, I picture those beautiful character homes near the Langham Hotel. Pasadena September 2014 Luxury Home Sales Three luxury real estate transactions closed, and buyers purchased two with cash. 6...
