I grew up in Glendale, CA. At that time, the majority of the homes were built before 1950. Closet space was at a premium. My sister and I shared one small closet. Fast forward to today, and most newer homes have ample closet space. But often, t...
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Embarrassed to show
Dear Phyllis,
I am a regular reader of your real estate questions and think I have a new dilemma. My husband and I divorced more th...
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Handling an out-of-state real estate sale
Dear Phyllis,
I am the executor of my Uncle’s estate (he resided in Texas). He didn’t have his affairs in...
Buying or selling a home is often an emotional roller coaster! It’s no surprise, given how many steps are involved and the number of people who play a role in the transaction. For both buyers and sellers, the experience is full of emotions an...
When the time comes to prepare your home for sale, bathrooms make a major impact. With home prices at record levels, buyers are looking for a spa like experience. Bathroom staging can be done on a budget.
The most important thing to reme...
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Is My Realtor Doing a Good Job?
Dear Phyllis,
We have had our home listed for a couple of months with only one low-ball offer. I read in your column th...
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Why some homes don’t get shown
Dear Phyllis,
We have had our Pasadena home on the market for two months. During the first couple of weeks, ...
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Selling a vacant home
Dear Phyllis,
I received a job transfer, and we purchased another home in North Ca...
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Masking Odors When Selling
Dear Phyllis,
Last year, a real estate agent knocked on my door and we discussed home prices in my neighborhood. I was sur...
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Home Selling: When to start packing?
Dear Phyllis,
After two months on the market, we finally accept...