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Pros and Cons of Early Possession
Dear Phyllis,
I have enjoyed your real estate column for many years and appreciate your sharing your knowledge. My ques...
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Email us here
Why Realtors turn down listings
Dear Phyllis,
My husband and I were married five years before he passed away. We both had previous marriages but no chi...
We've been jumping all over Los Angeles County. Our newest listing is a probate sale located at 18419 Sylvan Street, Tarzana. With years of real estate experience, a lot of our business comes from attorney recommendations, and we specialize in ...
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Handling an out-of-state real estate sale
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I am the executor of my Uncle’s estate (he resided in Texas). He didn’t have his affairs in...
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How to craft a winning offer
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I am beginning to believe I will never be able to buy a home. We have made over half a dozen offers, short s...
We listed 7669 Le Berthon St, Tujunga, today. This home sits on a quiet, charming street in Tujunga’s hills. It’s close to schools, shops, and parks. The corner lot offers RV parking and plenty of space for your toys, like boats or ATVs. We...
The loss of a loved one is devastating. Handling a loved one's real estate and financial affairs can quickly become overwhelming. You must make countless decisions involving the estate, taxes, and the property. Fortunately, the process becomes...
A probate sale is the sale of the home of someone who has passed and does not have a living trust. When looking to purchase a probate listing, the first question to ask is whether or not the sale requires court confirmation.
Those requir...
One of the first things George and I did after having children was create a living trust. This is a legal document similar to a will. Both outline exactly what your wishes are regarding your dependents, your heirs, and your assets. A primary ...
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Dear Phyllis,
As trustee, I will be listing my uncle’s Glendale home for sale. My question is it ok to switch R...