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La Canada Real Estate June 2026

La Canada Real Estate June 2026

The La Canada real estate market continues to demonstrate remarkable strength through the first half of 2026. While inventory remains limited, well-priced homes are attracting significant buyer interest, with many properties selling above their...

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Fireplace Considered to Be Decorative Only

Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Fireplace Considered to Be Decorative Only Dear Phyllis, My fiancé and I made an offer on a 1920’s home. The listing stated the fireplace was considered to be â€...

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Seller Options When The Appraisal Comes In Low

Reverse mortgage sale after death

Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Reverse mortgage sale after death Dear Phyllis, My father passed away last month, and he had a reverse mortgage. My brother is the trustee, and he lives in Nevada. ...

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Winning the bidding wars

Sellers agent failed to respond

Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Seller's agent failed to respond Dear Phyllis, I made a full-price offer on a townhome. The seller set a deadline for offers, and I submitted mine on time. However,...

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La Canada Real Estate Update May 2026

La Canada Real Estate Update – May 2026

I keep up to date on the La Canada real estate market to properly guide my La Canada clients. Now, let’s break down the numbers for May 2026.  Fifteen homes closed escrow last month—eleven homes sold above the asking price, one at asking, ...

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Winning the bidding wars

Saving on the commission

Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Saving on the commission Dear Phyllis, My sister is the trustee of our parents’ estate. Our mother passed away two years ago, and our father just passed away last...

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