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The Six Most Common Questions Asked by Home Sellers
Home sellers are often emotional when selling their beloved home. Even when selling in order to move up to a bigger/better home, there can be a tinge of remorse. Perhaps it’s the door jamb where they recorded their kids’ height ever...
La Canada Luxury Home Sales
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Last month (February 2016), the most expensive luxury home sale in La Canada was at 1011 Descanso Drive. This seven bedroom, six bath home and guest house encompass nearly 6,000 square feet on a 16,000+ squa...
Glendale Home Values
I want to share this article: 57 Percent of People Living in Los Angeles Can't Afford to Live in Los Angeles It’s no secret that Glendale home values and rents are soaring. A glance shows the absorption rate has increased since January, wh...A Visitors Guide: Open House dos and don’ts
I have held a lot of open houses since I began selling real estate 25 years ago. When I first started my real estate career, most Los Angeles open houses were from 1-5 PM. Four hours was too long, and traffic was intermittent. Eventually, most ...
Luxury Real Estate Sales in La Crescenta
Last month the most expensive luxury real estate sale in La Crescenta was 4900 La Crescenta Ave., 91214. This 4 bedroom, 3 baths, 3000+ square foot home sold for $1,250,0000 - $51,000 over its asking price. MLS Remarks read: A house...
The Renovation Question: What to Fix When You Are Selling
Before you embark on your renovation journey, consult with a Realtor. My rule of thumb is that if you are investing (risking) one dollar you should gain at least three. How much sprucing up is recommended depends on your location, price point...
Four Reasons Seniors are now Moving
Following the 2008 recession, most homeowners delayed moving as we watched the equity in our homes plummet and our stock portfolios plunge. I remember being reluctant to open my mutual fund statements. Because of declining real estate values, m...
La Canada January 2016 Luxury Home Sales
La Canada January 2016 Luxury Home Sales Last month, (January, 2016) the most expensive La Canada luxury home sale was 188 Normandy Lane. This 5 bedroom, 6 bath contemporary home offers 4500 square feet on ½ acre. This home sold for $2,6...
