Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions.
Dear Phyllis,
My husband passed, but he didn’t have a living trust. He purchased the home before we were married, and I was never put on the title. Therefore, the ho...
Let's look in-depth at the La Crescenta real estate market for September 2023. The number of days on the market is the lowest year to date. The absorption rate remains very low, indicating an extremely strong seller market. Fourteen of the nine...
Before you start thinking of buying your first home, there are several important steps and considerations to consider. First-time home buyer tips:
Create a Budget:
Establish a realistic budget considering your income, expenses, and fi...
Last month, the most expensive home sold in La Crescenta was 2911 Oakendale Place. The seller listed this unique luxury property for $2,249,000 and sold it for $2,170,000 within fifty-eight days. The sellers purchased this home in 2018 before...
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions.
Dear Phyllis,
We just closed on our home and discovered termite droppings. A recent termite inspection indicated there were no termites. We contacted a different...
Let's dive into the Pasadena Real Estate Market for September 2023. The average sales and median price both declined. Last month, the least expensive home sold in Pasadena was a two-bedroom, one-bathroom, 792 square -foot located at 104 E. Hamm...
The analysis presented highlights some key points to consider when comparing owning versus renting a home in terms of wealth accumulation.
Here's a summary of the main arguments made:
Cost Comparison: Renting can potentially make you ...
Last month, the most expensive home sold in Pasadena was 916 Linda Vista Ave. This gorgeous estate initially listed for $7,500,000 and sold in eighteen days for $7,800,916 for all cash. The sellers purchased this home in 1988 for $1,010,000.
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Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions.
Dear Phyllis,
Having read your column for years, I know how important it is to have a living trust. And I recall you mentioning that it’s preferable to have just one...
Here is an in-depth analysis of the Glendale real estate market for August 2023. Last month, thirty-two homes sold. Twenty-two of these homes sold for over the asking price, two for asking, and eight under the asking price. The average price pe...