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What does an earnest money deposit and an engagement ring have in common?
The earnest money deposit is a critical part of the home buying process. Once deposited with escrow, your earnest money proves to the seller that you are moving forward. It’s similar to an engagement ring- it’s a sign of good faith. In o...
Pasadena Luxury Home Sales
Last month (September 2015), the most expensive Pasadena luxury home sale was 1150 S. El Molino. This 6 bedroom, 7 bath Italian Revival home, constructed in 1911 was designed by Charles Driscoll The home is over 6,000 square feet on over ½...
Dumbing Down The Real Estate Industry
Since I started selling real estate, I have noticed that the powers that be are dumbing down the real estate industry. When I began selling real estate, the Real Estate Purchase Agreement (RPA) had a provision that when a certain box was checke...
La Crescenta home sales
Each month Harb and Co., run the numbers for La Crescenta home sales. The average La Crescenta home is selling in 47 days for over $800,000. Nearly a decade after the housing crash, homeownership is still waning and renting is on the rise. T...
Just Listed: 1206 Winchester Ave Glendale 91201
Spanish Mission Style in Northwest Glendale, 1206 Winchester Ave Glendale 91201 This character home is situated in one of my favorite Glendale neighborhoods near historic Brand Park and Kenneth Village. The elegant living room with coved ...
Glendale Luxury Real Estate Sales 3232 Dora Verdugo
Last month, the most expensive Glendale luxury real estate sale was 3232 Dora Verdugo in Glendale’s Oakmont Country Club neighborhood. The 5 bedroom, five bath home is over 6,000 square feet on a ¼ acre lot with a pool. This home was listed ...
La Canada Flintridge home values
How are La Canada home values holding up? Since June, the La Canada absorption rate has steadily increased. The average La Canada home is selling within 40 days and for over $2,000,000. Nationally, despite a 1.3% increase in inventory, it’...
Prepare your home for the coming El Nino
Angelinos are anxiously awaiting the approaching El Nino. Here are a several things you can do to prepare your home for the coming El Nino: Roof: Be sure your roof is water tight. Roofers are going to be in high demand this winter – do...
