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La Canada Home Values
A sharp rise in mortgage interest rates after the presidential election is starting to impact home sales. The average 30-year fixed loan hit the highest level on Friday in more than a year and shows no sign of dropping. Buyers went from the pro...
How the holidays impact Los Angeles real estate and Realtors
After a busy year listing and selling homes, I am experiencing the typical holiday slowdown. Fewer listings that meet my buyer's needs are coming on the market. My listing at 5350 Jessen Drive in La, Canada, is getting shown frequently. As...Tips for First Time LA Home buyers
Most first time LA home buyers start the process anxious, excited, nervous, and some even terrified. It’s natural. A home is the largest and most expensive purchase that most people will make in a lifetime. It can either turn out to be a ...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...
La Crescenta Luxury Home Values
Last month, (November) the most expensive La Crescenta luxury home sale was 5341 Quail Canyon Road. Located in the Foothills of the La Crescenta Highlands, this 6 bedroom, 6 bath home sold for $1,725,000 - $76,000 over the asking price. The sel...
LA’s Dining Scene is a Foodie Paradise
I don't usually accept guest posts, but I was contacted by Trulia, and I thought my readers would enjoy this one by Jennifer Riner America is filled with diversity. And nothing attests to this vast melting pot more than the countless cul...
Ask Phyllis: How long does it take for a bank to respond to a Short Sale offer?
Ask Phyllis is a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Have a question about real estate? Email us here Dear Phyllis, Three weeks ago, we made an offer for a short sale listing. The seller’s agent acknowledged recei...
