The Mills Act is a California program that allows owners of qualified historic homes to receive a property tax reduction. Cities utilize the Mills Act to encourage historic preservation. Each local government establishes its own criteria. And...
Courtesy Appointments
Dear Phyllis,
Several months ago we purchased our first home and the seller’s agent was very difficult. Each time we wanted to view the home we had to make appointments that were convenient for her schedule. Af...
Glendale Homes Stats for May 2018: Last month, 53 Glendale Homes closed escrow. Selling prices ranged from $580,000 for a 2+1 on Fairfield to $2,600,000 for a 7+7, 5,642 sq ft estate on Oakengate Dr.
Thirty of the homes sold for over the ask...
Real estate market update: Earlier this year the property tax and mortgage interest rate deductions were cut and we have had several interest rate increases. First time buyers and "affordable" housing is driving this market. Higher end ha...
Last month, ninety-one Pasadena homes closed escrow, up from last month. Selling prices ranged from $475,000 for a 1,096 square foot two-bedroom, one bath on Mataro St., to $5,850,000 for a 6,327 square foot five bedroom, six bath estate on San...
Listing Paperwork
Dear Phyllis,
I look forward to your real estate articles, and think I have a new topic for you. My wife and I purchased a condo in Arizona and are moving in a couple of months. We have met with our real estate agent s...
Last month, the most expensive Pasadena home sold for $5,850,000. It is located at 282 S. San Rafael Ave. This luxury Pasadena home listed for $6,250,000 and was on the market for 246 days. Another fact about this gorgeous home: these seller...
Last month, May 2018, the most expensive La Crescenta home sale was 2426 Orange Ave. This luxury home was listed for $1,475,000 and sold for $1,575,000, $100,000 over the asking price, in just nine days.
MLS Remarks Read:
If you're lo...
I recently listed a Glendale fixer. The owner had moved out a year and a half ago. The home was filled with their furniture and personal property. I helped the sellers coordinate a hauler, packers and a storage unit. In the meantime a condo...
Dear Phyllis,
I have enjoyed your real estate column for years. In the past, you have discussed seller disclosures but I have more specific questions for you. As the Trustee for my mother’s estate, I believe I need to inform the buyer ...