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Pasadena’s most expensive home sale in 2014 was in the sought-after Oak Knoll neighborhood. 795 Oak Knoll Cir, Pasadena, seven bedrooms, twelve baths over 12,000 square feet on just over one acre. Sold...
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 ...
My parents are from Michigan and likely because of the long winters their families were big card players. Today at family gatherings we often play Pictionary. But one of the most popular games homeowners play is how much is my home wort...
Resulting from Operation Fashion Police, a Homeland Security-led probe in collaboration with the U.S. Attorney's Office continues to target alleged large-scale money laundering by businesses in the Los Angeles garment district. A seizure no...
Just like how you're advised to change your smoke detector batteries annually, order a termite inspection, and undergo your annual health exam, it's equally crucial to check your credit report. Waiting until you apply for a mortgage or auto l...
Were you one of one out of five homeowners who tackled a remodeling project in the last year?
At least once a week, I receive an inquiry regarding a recommendation for a roofer, exterminator, electrician, real estate attorney, or??? Of c...
How accurate are online real estate evaluations? Typically, I find that they are within 20% of a home's actual value. When you want to know how much your home is really worth, you should consult with a real estate agent. Last week I close...
How the typical Realtor is paid:
A Realtor is paid by the seller. Unless the buyer has a special arrangement with their real estate agent, they do not pay Realtor fees. Several real estate outfits rebate a portion of their commission t...
While the majority of home sellers aim to avoid spending months preparing their homes for sale, their ultimate goal remains selling at the highest possible price within the shortest timeframe. If you're contemplating selling your home in th...
When property prices tumbled, I assisted many of my clients with having their property taxes reduced. Now that Los Angeles real estate values have soared, many of these same clients are seeing their taxes increase.
Several weeks ago, I ...