Windstorm Cuts Through San Gabriel Valley

Local Events - 2 months ago

A fierce windstorm cut through the San Gabriel Valley late evening last Wednesday and into the morning on Thursday (November 30 and December 1). The wind blew over trees, electric poles, and debris that caused damage to cars, homes, sidewalks, and caused power outages throughout the area. Our office had power restored early Saturday morning but many of the busier streets still had broken signals. As of Saturday, newspapers were estimating that power would be restored by the end of the Sunday. The hardest hit areas were the cities of Arcadia, Pasadena, San Marino, South Pasadena, Temple City, Sierra... [Read More...]

Should the City Allow Arcadia Residents to Change Street Numbers?

For Sellers - 7 months ago

A few years ago, changing your address was easy for Arcadia residents – a few pieces of paperwork, a fee of about $500, and it was done. You could even change which street your house belonged on if your house was on a corner, if your home met the right conditions. Now, residents aren’t allowed to change street numbers because it creates too much burden and confusion for city officials who maintain many of their records, many that date back a few decades, using street addresses. So why do residents care about numbers and street names? In today’s Arcadia real estate market, many... [Read More...]

Local 4th of July Celebrations in the San Gabriel Valley!

Local Events - 7 months ago

Celebrate America’s Independence Day with your family, friends and neighbors on July 4th, 2011! Several cities in the San Gabriel Valley Area hold July 4th events to commemorate the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Come out to your local event to participate in fun family activities and marvel at the spectacular fireworks shows. San Marino The City of San Marino will hold its Annual Fourth of July Celebration on Monday, July 4 at Lacy Park (1485 Virginia Road). This event will feature game booths and bingo, a community parade, stage entertainment and a fireworks display at approximately... [Read More...]

Closing Your Sale the Easy Way

For Sellers - 1 year ago

Even though every transaction has unique challenges, there are ways you and your agent can make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible to get you to an easy closing. Eliminating Surprise Costs and Issues Throughout the escrow process, sellers will provide both reports and disclosures to a buyer that are either required by law or used to ensure a safer transaction. The 3 reports that a seller will typically provide are: Natural Hazard Disclosure – Consists of a series of maps showing if the property is in a special hazard zone such as an earthquake zone, a flood zone, or a high fire... [Read More...]

The 5 Most Important Factors in Negotiating an Offer

For Sellers - 1 year ago

So you have an offer on your home, great! What’s important in the offer and how can you make the most of it? The Negotiation Starts Before the Offer is Written The truth is that even though two offers that may look exactly the same on paper, they can have very different amounts of negotiating room and very different chances of even closing. It’s important to understand the buyers who are making offers on your property more deeply than just financials and a loan approval. A couple good starting points are: Why are they moving? Are they upgrading/downgrading? Why? Is it because they have a new... [Read More...]

Maximizing the Selling Price of Your Home

For Sellers - 1 year ago

If there’s one key to getting the highest price for your home, it’s exposure. As with selling anything, the more customers who are willing to pay for a product, the higher the price the product will demand. In addition to the number of buyers who go through the home, the features, benefits, and condition all have an effect on what a buyer is willing to pay. Buyers who see your home as being different, unique, or special are willing to pay more for it to outbid other buyers. So the two biggest questions that your real estate agent should be able to answer are: How do I get as highest number... [Read More...]

Just Sold for Full Price! Spacious and Immaculate Arcadia Townhome

This Beautiful Arcadia Townhouse Resides in a Desirable Neighborhood with Award Winning Arcadia Schools…Immaculately Maintained…Located Conveniently within Walking Distance of Markets, Holly Avenue Elementary School, and Arcadia High School, this Townhouse is Perfect for those who want to be near some of the Area’s Finest Amenities…the Intelligent, Spacious Floor Plan Features Large Windows for Plenty of Light and an Open Layout for a Spacious Feel…This Roomy Townhouse Boasts 3 Large Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths in an 1,712 Square Feet Floor Plan… The Interior Offers a Large... [Read More...]

Sold in 9 Days! Gorgeous North Arcadia Home With Spectacular Views

This Gorgeous North Arcadia Home is Situated in the Prestigious Highland Oaks Area…Spectacular City Light Views…Immaculately Maintained, this Spacious Home Offers an Intelligent, Bright Floor Plan with Five Bedrooms and Two and a Half Baths in 2,641 Square Feet of Living Area…Recessed Lighting Throughout and Rich Wood Floors Downstairs…Large Formal Living Room with Large Windows to give Plenty of Light and a Fireplace with a Traditional Wood Mantel…Spacious Formal Dining Room with Beautiful Parquet Floors and Shimmering Chandelier…Remodeled Kitchen with Newer... [Read More...]

Sold for Over Asking! Spacious Townhome in Prestigious Highland Oaks

This Spacious, Two-Story, North Arcadia Townhome is Located in the Prestigious Highland Oaks Area…This End Unit Features a Bright and Airy Floor Plan with 3 Large Bedrooms and 2.5 Baths in 1,752 Square Feet…Built in 1988 with High Quality Materials, Immaculately Maintained, and Recently Painted…Spacious Living Room with Large Windows and High Ceilings…Open Dining Area with Shimmering Chandelier…Wood Floors Throughout the Downstairs…Bright Kitchen Features Wood Cabinets, Plenty of Counter Space, and a Breakfast Nook Overlooking the Patio and Yard…The Open... [Read More...]