A Seller’s Perspective
Neighbors and Fencing
Neighbors and Fencing Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Dear Phyllis, I have enjoyed your real estate questions and answers for years, and I now have a new situation to ask about. My neighbor to the wes...
Trustee not acting as a fiduciary
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 as beneficiaries. The eldest nephew was ...
Focus on the Terms of the Buyer’s Offer not who They are When Selling
Buyers often include personal letters with their offers in hopes of increasing their chances of acceptance. However, regulatory bodies have scrutinized these letters, and in some cases, they have banned them to prevent discrimination. For th...
When is it time for a price reduction?
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...
Is hiring a trust sale specialist important?
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...
How to Make Your House the One Buyers Pick
In any real estate market, it’s always important to price your home appropriately. Even over the past few years, when houses were all seemingly selling over the asking price within days of hitting the market, you couldn’t sell your house fo...
Are You Searching for a Real Estate Agent?
Are You Searching for a Real Estate Agent? Ask These Key Questions: When it comes to choosing a real estate agent, finding the right fit for your specific home sale or search is crucial. You will be spending a lot of time together. To ensure yo...
Selling Your Home? Key Tips for Selling in Today’s Market
When selling your home, you want to sell as quickly and profitably as possible. But in today’s changed economic climate, how, exactly, do you do that? A recent video from realtor.com outlined key tips for selling in today's market, including:...
