When you’re selling your condo or loft in DTLA, you know that the bathroom – along with the kitchen – is a make-or-break room that can either help buyers fall in love or send them running. Check out these three DIY updates you can make to your bathroom to help you sell your home. 3 […]
Ready to Buy a Home? Ask Yourself These Questions First
How to Stage Your Condo or Loft on a Budget
What is Escrow When You Buy or Sell a Loft or Condo in DTLA?
How to Make an Offer on a Condo or Loft in DTLA
How Do You Calculate Net Proceeds on the Sale of Your Condo or Loft?
Can You Counteroffer an Offer on Your Home?
When you’re selling a loft or condo in Downtown L.A., you’ll probably get your fair share of offers – but what happens when you don’t like the offers you’re getting? Find out what to do now. Can You Counteroffer an Offer on Your Home? You always have the right to counteroffer a prospective buyer’s offer. […]
These Are the Contingencies You Can’t Waive When You Buy a Condo or Loft in DTLA
When you buy a condo or loft for sale in DTLA, your real estate agent will make sure you have all the right contingencies (conditions) built into your contract. These are the contingencies you can’t afford to waive. Contingencies You Can’t Waive When You Buy a Condo or Loft in DTLA The contingencies you can’t […]
Let’s Talk About Title Insurance
When you buy a condo or loft for sale in Downtown Los Angeles, you’ll need title insurance – particularly if you’re working with a mortgage lender. (Mortgage lenders require you to buy a title insurance policy for them.) Title Insurance Basics What is title insurance, how much does it cost, and why do you need […]
3 Things All First-Time Buyers Need to Know
How Can You Calculate Your Own DTI?
How to Sell Your Condo for Over Asking Price
How Quickly Can You Gain a Buyer’s Interest?
When you’re selling a condo or loft in Downtown Los Angeles, you need to know one very important fact: You have a matter of seconds to capture a buyer’s imagination and pull him or her in. How Quickly Can You Gain a Buyer’s Interest? According to a breakthrough report, “Psychology of House Hunting,” about 80 […]
Selling Your Home? Leave Your Emotions at the Door on Pricing
Why You Shouldn’t Overprice Your Condo for Sale in DTLA
A lot of people make the mistake of thinking they should overprice their condo before listing it on the DTLA real estate market. But that’s just what it is: A mistake. Here’s why. Related: The consequences of setting the wrong price when you sell your condo Why You Shouldn’t Overprice Your Condo for Sale in […]
Will You Make Money on Renovations When You Sell Your Condo in DTLA?
Basing Your Listing Price on How Much You Paid
Should You Take Your Condo Off the Market?
How to Re-List Your Condo to Sell It
Should You Lower Your Asking Price?
If you’re selling a condo or loft in DTLA, the last thing you want is for it to sit on the market without selling. The longer it sits, the less attention it’ll get from interested buyers… and eventually, you’ll either end up lowering the price or taking it off the market entirely. So when should […]
What to Look for on a Walk-Through
When you’re buying a condo or loft for sale in DTLA, you’ll walk through several with your agent. Here’s what to look for on a walk-through: Leaks Bulges in flooring Water stains Wood quality What to Look for on a Walk-Through You’ll eventually hire a home inspector when you find a condo or loft you […]
Types of Buyers You’ll Run Into When You Sell a Condo in DTLA
When you sell a condo or loft in DTLA, you’ll run into a handful of buyers that will most likely fall into one of these categories: The all-cash buyer The window shopper The bargain hunter The ready to buy, qualified buyer Buyer Type #1: The all-cash buyer The all-cash buyer doesn’t have to worry about […]
3 Best Gyms In or Near Bunker Hill in DTLA
Events for April 6 and 7, 2019 at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in Bunker Hill
Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, a cornerstone of the Bunker Hill community (search Bunker Hill real estate listings here), is packed with great events for April 2019. Check out the list below, which covers the first weekend in April, to see what moves you! First Weekend Events at Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in Bunker Hill, April 2019 Alvin […]
3 of the Best Places to Grab a Coffee Near DTLA’s Historic Core
3 Mistakes to Avoid When You’re Making an Offer on a DTLA Loft for Sale
If you’re like most people searching for DTLA lofts for sale, you know that you have to make an offer quickly. But you also have to avoid these three costly mistakes: Offering your complete approval amount Low-balling the seller Waiving the home inspection contingency Related: How long should you wait to make an offer? 3 […]
How Long Should You Wait to Make an Offer?
Should You Make an Offer Below Asking Price?
3 Things That Affect Home Prices in DTLA
When you’re buying a condo for sale in Downtown Los Angeles, you might be surprised at the prices you see. So what really affects home prices in DTLA? 3 Things That Affect Home Prices in DTLA Three big factors that affect home prices are: What’s happening in the housing market The condo’s location Other condos […]
What’s Your Due Diligence in Real Estate?
A common real estate term you’ll hear when you’re buying or selling a condo in DTLA is “due diligence.” But what is due diligence, and what does it include? What’s Your Due Diligence in Real Estate? Due diligence just means doing your homework. In real estate, it means that you and your Realtor have explored […]
High and Low Appraisals: What You Need to Know
When you buy a condo or loft for sale in DTLA, your lender will probably require an appraisal. But what happens if the appraiser’s value doesn’t match the home’s sales price? Here’s what you need to know. Related: What is an appraisal in real estate? High and Low Appraisals: What You Need to Know An […]
3 Things Buyers Need to Know About Real Estate Appraisals
What is a Home Appraisal?
What is an “As-Is” Home?
When you’re searching for DTLA lofts and condos for sale, you’ll find some listed “as-is.” But what is an “as-is” home, and how would it impact your decision to buy? What is an “As-Is” Home? Real estate agents list homes “as-is” when the seller doesn’t want to make any repairs or upgrades in order to […]
How Does a Foreclosure Sale Work?
Common Pricing Mistakes People Make When Listing a Condo for Sale in DTLA
The Consequences of Setting the Wrong Price When You Sell Your Condo
2019 Mortgage Advice
If you’re like most buyers, it’s been a while since you last dove into the housing market. Maybe you’re looking for your first condo for sale in DTLA, or maybe you’re buying your second, third or subsequent place – but no matter what you’re doing, it’s safe to say that the mortgage market has changed […]
Is It Time to Lower Your Asking Price?
3 “What-If”s You’ll Encounter When You Buy a Condo in DTLA
Can You Get Out of Your Contract if You’re Buying a Condo?
Sometimes you’re excited to buy a condo and something happens… and suddenly, you know that buying it isn’t the right choice for you. But is there a way to get out of a real estate purchase contract if you’re buying a condo and already halfway through the process? Can You Get Out of Your Contract […]
When Should You Visit a Condo Building Before You Buy?
When Should You Give Up on a Condo?
Will Your Neighbors Drive You Nuts?
How Do You Know if the Condo Building You Want to Live in is a Good Buy?
What is Loan-to-Value Ratio When You Buy a Condo or Loft in Downtown Los Angeles?
Understanding PMI
When you buy a loft or condo for sale in DTLA with less than 20% down, you’re most likely going to have to buy private mortgage insurance. But what is private mortgage insurance, and when can you stop paying it? Understanding PMI: What is Private Mortgage Insurance? Private mortgage insurance is money you pay out […]
3 Common Mortgage Questions, Answered
When you’re buying a loft or condo for sale in DTLA, you’ll most likely have to get a mortgage loan – most of us do! But that means you’ll probably have plenty of questions for your lender. Check out these three common mortgage questions so you know what you’re getting into. 3 Common Mortgage Questions, […]