A Seller’s Perspective
Which is the best day of the week to list your home for sale?
Many real estate agents will tell you that Friday is the best day of the week to list your home for sale in the MLS (multiple listing service). But that is not correct. When Harb & Co. has a new listing, we first input our listing in the...
Staging Your Bathroom for Sale
Contemplating a home sale? Staging your bathroom for sale is one of the simplest ways to sell for top dollar. Examine: Does your bathroom need a fresh coat of paint? If the lighting and hardware is out of date consider replacing. Clea...
Preparing your home for sale? Don’t overlook reorganizing your closet
I grew up in Glendale, CA. At that time, the majority of the homes were built before 1950. Closet space was at a premium. My sister and I shared one small closet. Fast forward to today, and most newer homes have ample closet space. But often, t...
Embarrassed to show
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Email us here Embarrassed to show Dear Phyllis, I am a regular reader of your real estate questions and think I have a new dilemma. My husband and I divorced more th...
Handling an out of state real estate sale
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Email us here Handling an out-of-state real estate sale Dear Phyllis, I am the executor of my uncle’s estate (he resided in Texas). He didn’t have his affairs in...
Why a Home Might Fall Out of Escrow
Buying or selling a home is often an emotional roller coaster! It’s no surprise, given how many steps are involved and the number of people who play a role in the transaction. For both buyers and sellers, the experience is full of emotions an...
Bathroom staging on a budget
When the time comes to prepare your home for sale, bathrooms make a major impact. With home prices at record levels, buyers are looking for a spa like experience. Bathroom staging can be done on a budget. The most important thing to reme...
Is My Realtor Doing a Good Job?
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Email us here Is My Realtor Doing a Good Job? Dear Phyllis, We have had our home listed for a couple of months with only one low-ball offer. I read in your column th...
