A Seller’s Perspective
Determining your Tax Basis
I am a real estate agent and am not qualified to offer tax advice. But of course, as a California Realtor, there are certain general things I should be aware of. When it’s time to sell your home, you certainly want to take advanta...
Is it time to fire your Realtor®?
Phyllis, In November, I signed a contract with a local real estate agent. Other than one open house and a few ads, he has done nothing special to sell my home. I really need to get my home sold and am very frustrated. I want to fire my...
What is the average time someone owns their home?
For two decades, the median ownership of a home averaged six years. Since 2008, that average has significantly increased. According to the National Association of Realtors, for over two decades (1985-2008), the median time a home was owned aver...
Los Angeles Real Estate Commissions
Some home sellers interview several real estate agents prior to hiring one to list their home for sale. One of the most common questions is often about typical Los Angeles real estate commissions. Typically, real estate commissions are e...
Ask Phyllis: Moving into Senior Housing
Dear Phyllis, My siblings and I have been discussing moving our mother into senior housing in the next year or two. She has lived in her home for 40 years, and it won’t be an easy move. I am the only one living locally, so this will ...Signs that Now is the Time to Sell Your Home
There are many reasons why it may be time to sell your home. You may need more space to make room for a growing family, or you prefer to downsize after your kids leave home. Whatever your motivation, you want to ensure that you’re timing ...
Remodeling Projects That Will Boost Your Home’s Value
There are several ways to think about remodeling projects that will boost your home's value; you can get one or two important items done or opt for a bunch of minor fixes. Depending on your budget and timetable, one approach may be better f...
Ask Phyllis: Capital Gains Tax
Ask Phyllis is a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Have a question about real estate? Email us here Dear Phyllis, My parents moved out of state two years ago and converted their home to a rental. To avoi...
