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What type of homes appreciate in value?
Buying a home is a major investment and you want to be sure the home you choose is the right one. What type of homes appreciate in value? Look for these elements when buying a home that will appreciate in value. • Classic home desig...
2304 Pickens Canyon Rd La Crescenta Most Expensive Sold February 2023
Last month February 2023 the most expensive home in La Crescenta sold was 2304 Pickens Canyon Rd. This mid-century home was originally listed for $1,789,000 and sold for over asking in only six days for $1,980,000. The sellers purchased this h...
Should I go to open houses without my agent?
Should I go to open houses without my agent? Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Dear Phyllis, I have been searching for a home in the Foothills since the beginning of the year. As many new li...
What is a Comparable?
What is a Comparable? Comparables are houses that are currently on the market, under contract, or (most importantly) recently sold. They’re used to compare against a house you’re planning to buy or sell to establish approximately how muc...Highland Park Trust Sale Closed
Last week this Highland Park trust sale closed escrow, and here's how it went: We met with the trustee the week before Thanksgiving, and the listing agreement was signed on 11/30/22. The first week of December, we hired The Building Biographer ...
Glendale Housing Market January 2023
As a Glendale real estate expert, I do an in-depth analysis of the Glendale housing market each month. Let's dive into the Glendale housing market for January 2023. Nineteen homes sold compared to last January's forty-three. Seven of the ninete...
Why do Realtors Grossly Underprice Homes?
Why do Realtors Grossly Underprice Homes? Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Dear Phyllis, I recently read an article in another paper about a home in South Pasadena listed for $1,349,000 and...
La Crescenta Housing Market January 2023
As a top La Crescenta real estate agent, each month I conduct an in-depth look into the sales numbers. Let's dive into the La Crescenta housing market for January 2023. The average sales and median prices have dropped considerably since last Ja...
