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How to get a date of death valuation?
How to get a date of death valuation? Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Dear Phyllis, I am the trustee of my brother’s estate. The trust attorney’s secretary told me I need a date of death valuati...
La Canada Real Estate Market June 2023
Let's examine the La Canada Real Estate Market for June 2023. Out of the thirteen homes sold, eight sold over asking, one at asking, and four under the asking price. Thus, proving once again that it is wiser for a La Canada home seller to negot...
Should You Accept the First Offer You Receive When Selling Your Home?
You spent time and energy preparing your home for sale. You have had a broker's open house and a Sunday open house for the public. So, should you accept your first offer when selling your home? The answer is that it depends on several fa...
850 Saint Katherine Dr. La Canada Most Expensive Hold Sold June 2023
Last month the most expensive home sold in La Canada was 850 Saint Katherine Drive. This one-of-a-kind 2001 built estate initially listed for $5,995,000 and sold in twenty-seven days for $5,860,000. The sellers bought this home in 2017 for $4...
Neighbors and Fencing
Neighbors and Fencing Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Dear Phyllis, I have been enjoying your real estate questions and answers for years, and I think I have a new situation for you. The neighbor to th...
San Gabriel Valley Probate – Just listed
We just listed this San Gabriel Valley Probate! Welcome to this four-bedroom home that is brimming with potential. This residence is located north of the 210 freeway. It offers comfortable living with its two updated baths and a primary ...
777 S Oak Knoll Ave Pasadena – Most Expensive Home Sold June 2023
Last month, June 2023, the most expensive home sold was 777 S Oak Knoll Ave Pasadena. This historic estate was initially listed for $6,750,000. It sold in only twelve days over the asking price of $7,751,000. Purchased by a cash buyer, more tha...
Rat found during the inspection
Rat found during the inspection. Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Dear Phyllis, While in escrow and during the inspection, a rat jumped out of the bedroom into the kitchen and seemed to hide there, p...
