Home Staging
Harb and Co. Summer Wind Down
It's hard to believe summer is nearly over. I was at Smart and Final this week, and there was a massive display of back-to-school supplies. Last weekend, I finally enjoyed my pool (with one quick break to meet a buyer at an open house). The sod...
How far to go when preparing your home for sale?
I have been selling Los Angeles homes since 1989. Each client has unique needs. One of the first things I want to know is how much effort a home seller is willing to put into preparing their home for sale. Selling your home in today's heated re...
685 Westbridge Pasadena is in Escrow
685 Westbridge, Pasadena is in escrow! We had a tight timeline on this Pasadena listing. The logistics of the estate sale slowed us down. But we still had time to complete a mini-stage on this mid-century. The home needs updating but it has goo...
Is Home Staging Necessary?
Staging a home certainly helps facilitate a quick sale. But is home staging necessary? And when will it financially pay off? Small bedrooms should be professionally staged because they will appear larger and will show a buyer what will fit in ...
Selling An Empty Home vs. A Staged One
Dear Phyllis, Thank you for your column which I always look forward to reading. I will be relocating my mom from Valencia and am wondering if it's better to sell her house completely empty, or whether I should have her home staged or jus...
Is home staging necessary?
Ask Phyllis is a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Have a question about real estate? Email us here Is home staging necessary? Dear Phyllis, I met with a real estate agent who wants me to move my furniture out of...
Before & After: My Listing at 5081 Fallhaven Ln, La Canada
When I am hired to sell a home, I first need to determine whether or not the owner wants to get the most money out of the sale. Some do and some want to move on. My listing at 5081 Fallhaven Lane in La Canada will be closing next week.... the...
Five Simple Ways to Give Your Home Curb Appeal
Likely your home is your largest asset. Each home seller has unique needs and perhaps you don’t want or need to sell your home for the highest possible price. If that’s the case, you may still decide on a few very minimal improvements. ...
