Real Estate Question and Answer
How to prepare to purchase a home?
How to prepare to purchase a home? Dear Phyllis, Our daughter recently graduated from college and started working. My husband and I plan to help her purchase a home and were thinking next year would be a good time to begin t...
How long should an open house last?
How long should an open house last? Dear Phyllis, My home has been on the market for four months, and my real estate agent only has one open house monthly. Each open house is just two hours. I think my home should be open from 10-5....
Different Listing Price Recommendations
. Different Listing Price Recommendations Dear Phyllis, I have interviewed three real estate agents regarding the sale of my mother’s home. Last October, an appraiser valued the home at $1,400,000. The real estate agents I interview...
Is it okay to allow the buyer early possession to the property?
Is it okay to allow the buyer early possession of the property? My vacant home is in escrow. To begin, the buyer had his inspection, and we worked out those details. Next, the buyer has asked my Realtor if he can move in early....
Why isn’t my Realtor showing my home?
Why isn’t my Realtor showing my home? Dear Phyllis, My home has been for sale for over a month. After the Realtor’s open house, I had a few showings from other agents, but that was it. I am on a quiet street with a lot of desira...
How to hire a Realtor
How to hire a Realtor I'm interviewing several Realtors regarding the sale of my La Canada home, and frankly, they all seem about the same. However, one major difference stands out: some have a large number of listings, while o...
Are there upfront fees when selling your home?
Are there upfront fees when selling your home? Dear Phyllis, I’m thinking of selling our home this summer. I have a few concerns about what to expect in fees. What upfront costs will I incur when listing my home for sale with a RealtorÂ...
Seller Options When the Appraisal Comes In Low
Seller options when the appraisal comes in low Dear Phyllis, I have a sales contract, but the buyer’s appraisal came back for $10,000 less than our agreed-upon purchase price. After the buyer’s inspection, I agreed to cr...
