The Number Zillow Won’t Show You

FSBO sellers: online estimate vs. mortgage payoff, liens, commission and closing costs — Green Street Real Estate seller net sheet series Part 4

This is Part 4 of a 6-part series on understanding your net proceeds as a seller — written for FSBO sellers. Part 1 covered why an online estimate isn’t a net sheet. Then Part 2 walked through every line item that separates the two. Part 3 looked at why your net proceeds are the number … Read more

What Will I Actually Walk Away With?

Graphic showing net proceeds — the number that decides a seller's next move — Green Street Real Estate net sheet series Part 3

Part 3 of a 6-part series on understanding your net proceeds as a seller. An online estimate isn’t a net sheet — Part 1 covered why. Part 2 walked through every line item that separates the two. This week, the question underneath both of those posts: what net proceeds will you actually walk away with? … Read more

What’s Actually on a Seller Net Sheet

Series: Understanding the Seller Net Sheet (Part 2 of 6) Last time, we talked about why your Zillow Zestimate or Redfin estimate isn’t what lands in your bank account. That number is the sale price. What you actually walk away with — your net proceeds — comes from a different document entirely: the seller net … Read more

Your Online Estimate Isn’t Your Payout

Series: Understanding the Seller Net Sheet (Part 1 of 6) If you’ve looked up your property online, you’ve seen a number. Zillow calls it a Zestimate. Redfin has its own version. Every real estate portal has one, and it’s usually the first figure a homeowner fixates on when they start thinking about selling. Here’s the … Read more

California’s 45-Day Foreclosure Postponement: What Homeowners Should Know

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If you’re facing a scheduled trustee’s sale in California, you may have more time than you think. The 45-day foreclosure postponement California law took effect under Assembly Bill 2424 on January 1, 2025. It is codified in Civil Code Section 2924f(e). It gives homeowners in active foreclosure a one-time legal right to delay the sale … Read more

Why Your Home Didn’t Sell. And What to Do Next

If your expired listing in Pasadena left you frustrated, you’re not alone. A lot of sellers go through the process, do everything their agent asked, and still end up with no sale. But an expired listing isn’t a verdict on your home. It’s usually a signal that something specific went wrong. Here’s what that typically … Read more

What Is a Real Estate Appraisal Report and Why Do You Need One?

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What Is a Real Estate Appraisal Report and Why Do You Need One? If you’re buying or selling a home in Pasadena or the San Gabriel Valley, you’ll almost certainly encounter an appraisal report at some point in the process. Here’s what it is, what it includes, and why it matters. What Is an Appraisal … Read more

Essential Summer Home Maintenance Tips to Keep Your Home in Peak Condition

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These summer home maintenance tips can save Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley homeowners from costly repairs down the road. Summer means sunshine, heat, and the occasional storm — all of which take a toll on your home. A little seasonal upkeep now keeps your property in peak condition, whether you’re planning to sell or simply … Read more

How to Sell Your Home Faster and for More Money in Pasadena

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If you want to sell your home faster in Pasadena and the San Gabriel Valley, preparation is everything. Economic uncertainty and fluctuating mortgage rates have made buyers more selective. In fact, a few strategic steps can make a significant difference in both how quickly your home sells and the price you walk away with. 7 … Read more

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