Real Estate Question and Answer
Why is an open house important?
Why is an open house important? Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Dear Phyllis, My daughter has her Arizona home listed for sale. She didn’t want an open house due to security reasons. In addition, sh...
Trustee not acting as a fiduciary
Trustee not acting as a fiduciary Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Dear Phyllis, My aunt never had children, and her trust named her five nieces and nephews beneficiaries. The eldest nephew was the...
When is it time for a price reduction?
When is it time for a price reduction? Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Dear Phyllis, As an avid follower of your column, I have yet to see this question discussed. I have three siblings and am the t...
Is hiring a trust sale specialist important?
Is hiring a trust sale specialist important? Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Dear Phyllis, I am the executor of my grandmother’s estate. She lived in North Hollywood, and I will be selling her h...
Canceling PMI Insurance
Canceling PMI Insurance Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Dear Phyllis, I have been enjoying your advice for years and have yet to see this topic addressed. My daughter and her husband bought their ho...
What to do if you find mold?
What to do if you find mold? Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Dear Phyllis, I love all things real estate related – especially your advice column! We have an interesting situation: My aun...
Issues with the Seller’s Disclosures
Issues with the Seller’s Disclosures Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Dear Phyllis, My daughter is in escrow on a home in West Hollywood. There were three bids, and hers was selected. Aft...
Inspector not allowed to walk on the roof
Inspector not allowed to walk on the roof Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Dear Phyllis, My son purchased a home earlier this year when the market was much more difficult for buyers. There ...
