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What are the requirements for a room to be considered a bedroom?
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Dear Phyllis, My son has an accepted offer on a condo. He went to a busy open house; there were other offers, and he felt pressured into making a strong offer. The uni...
Are Bidding Wars Here to Stay?
If you've been considering the purchase of a home, you may have hoped that higher interest rates would lead to fewer bidding wars. However, despite rates and the economy pushing some buyers out of the market, bidding wars are here to stay for n...
What is a buydown?
Temporary buydowns can be a strategy for buyers to access lower mortgage payments initially, providing initial payment savings. Sometimes it can be negotiated that the seller funds these temporary buydowns to make the property more at...
Glendale Fourplex sold
I am so relieved to report this Glendale fourplex sold! Some are much more difficult than others. We listed this property in September of 2023. We understand that endless showings are a disruption. Typically, tenants are unhappy when their "hom...
Creating a healthy home environment
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Dear Phyllis, I have been a longtime fan of your real estate column. My elderly mother will be moving in with us. She has respiratory problems, and I am curious if you...
Pasadena Real Estate Market December 2023
Let's dive into the Pasadena real estate market for December 2023. The absorption rate was the lowest for the year, which is typical for the end of the year. Most Pasadena homes continue to sell over the asking price. Thirty of the fifty-two ho...
Best Ways to Avoid a Break-in
Robberies are common in my La Canada neighborhood. So, what are the best ways to avoid a break-in? First, never answer your front door to strangers. Install an alarm system, as burglars are likelier to target properties without one. Addi...
1125 Arden Rd Pasadena – Most Expensive Home Sold December 2023
The most expensive home sold in Pasadena in December 2023 was 1125 Arden Rd This 1922 French Normandy estate was initially listed for $5,380,000 and sold in just over four months for $5,280,000. The seller purchased this home in 2010 for $4,000...
