Trustee not acting as a fiduciary
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions.
Dear Phyllis,
My aunt never had children, and her trust named her five nieces and nephews beneficiaries. The eldest nephew was the...
As a La Canada Realtor and resident, I love to stay on top of the market. Let's crunch the numbers for the La Canada real estate market for May 2023. Eleven homes sold, which is drastically lower than last year's twenty-eight. All but two hom...
When selling your house, it is important to focus on the buyer's offer rather than who they are. It is natural to have an emotional attachment to your home. However, considering the buyer's personal characteristics or preferences can potentiall...
In order to keep current on the La Canada real estate market, we enjoy checking the monthly real estate statistics and the highest-priced home. In May 2023, the highest-priced property in La Canada was the sale of 1326 Journeys End Dr. This lux...
When is it time for a price reduction?
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions.
Dear Phyllis,
As an avid follower of your column, I have yet to see this question discussed. I have three siblings and am the t...
Let's look closer at the Pasadena real estate market for May 2023. Last month, the number of Pasadena sales experienced a significant decline compared to the eighty homes sold in the same month of the previous year. Twenty-six of the fifty-one...
When looking for a real estate agent to assist with a downsizing move, there are several qualities and considerations to remember. Phyllis Harb, a certified Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES), is a valuable resource for seniors contemplating...
We love to stay on top of the Pasadena luxury real estate market. In May of 2023, the most expensive home sold in Pasadena was 1660 Lombardy Rd. This gorgeous estate was originally listed for $10,800,000. The property achieved a sale price of $...
Is hiring a trust sale specialist important?
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions.
Dear Phyllis,
I am the executor of my grandmother’s estate. She lived in North Hollywood, and I will be selling her h...
Let's take a look at the La Crescenta housing market for May 2023. What a difference a year makes. May 2022 had thirty-two sales in the 91214 zip code. Last month was less than 1/3. Seven of the ten sales sold over the asking price.
The re...