Series: Seller Net Sheet (Part 2 of 6) Last time, we talked about why your Zillow Zestimate or Redfin estimate isn’t the number that 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
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
If you’re comparing Pasadena and Arcadia, the short answer is this: neither city is objectively “better” — they’re better for different priorities. Pasadena wins on culture, walkability, and architectural variety. Arcadia wins on school-district consistency and newer housing stock. The right choice depends on what matters most to your family. Here’s a full breakdown to … Read more
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
The Berkshire Hathaway housing market bet just got a lot bigger. On May 31, Berkshire Hathaway announced it would acquire Taylor Morrison Home Corporation in an all-cash deal valued at approximately $8.5 billion — one of the first major moves under new CEO Greg Abel. Warren Buffett himself called it out publicly, saying Abel executed … Read more
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
If you’ve been watching mortgage rates while waiting to buy or sell in Pasadena or the San Gabriel Valley, here’s a current snapshot of where things stand and what experts are forecasting for the rest of 2026. 📊 Current Rates — March 2026 As of March 12, 2026, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is averaging 6.11% … Read more
Just Listed in La Puente, CA 15937 Maplegrove St, La Puente, CA This classic 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home sits on a generous 9,542 square foot lot in a quiet La Puente neighborhood — offering space, character, and incredible potential. Property Highlights: Click the link below to view photos, full details, and the virtual tour … Read more
501 Bernhardt Lane, Big Bear California Major renovation on this 3 bedroom/ 3 bathroom home in Big Bear City. Click on photo for more information, photos, virtual tour & floor plan!
The Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley housing market may have you on the sidelines — but waiting doesn’t mean standing still. Smart buyers use this time to sharpen their edge so they’re ready to move fast when the right home appears. 💳 1. Strengthen Your Financial Profile 🧾 2. Get Pre-Approved 🏘️ 3. Research Neighborhoods … Read more
