Archive for August, 2013

Are Realtors Are Overpaid?

Dana Graham

I've heard this question before, and I understand where it comes from.  The answer is generally no, however, and here's why: 1)  When you pay your Realtor a commission to sell your house, you are paying for the accumulation of (presumably) many years' experience being brought to bear.  While you are not generally paying your realtor to attract buyers (if you read my stuff you already know this), you are paying him/her for what happens when an offer(s) appears.  I get into...Continue Reading!

New Lease — Valmonte Family Home — Reduced!

Just listed at 112 Via Las Vegas is this lovely about 3000 square foot one-owner family home in the coveted Valmonte neighborhood of Palos Verdes Estates!  4 bedroom 3.5 baths, gleaming re-finished hardwood floors and new wall-to-wall carpet, 2-car garage + tons of off-street parking, huge laundry room and storage space galore.  This house has a living room, family room, rumpus room, storage room, dining area, and is located on 1.5 lots (lots of yard) on a cul de sac --...Continue Reading!