RELIEF

 Northeast Los Angeles is a vast community with a variety of different home sellers. The communities, of Eagle Rock, Highland Park, Mt. Washington, Glassell Park, Silver Lake / Atwater Village, Los Feliz, Echo Park and more all offer remarkable benefits. A home seller may have an extraordinary breakthrough in preparing for a sensational sale is the right Realtor is utilized.

Raphael handles only the Northeast Los Angeles area and I know that the knowledge and trust will be a comfort to you. Most agents do not have a customized plan other than placing a sign on the property and putting it on the listing service. Call today and see how Raphael can save you money, save you time, save you stress and guide you in obtaining a notable offer.

A FEW HOME SELLER TIPS:

1. Define Your Goal. Do you want the highest sales price — or the biggest check at closing? You must have a strong negotiator such as Raphael, in your corner. Trust & honesty with your Realtor supports a remarkable sale.
2. Times Have Changed. Today’s real estate marketplace is radically different compared to only a few years ago. Purchasers now use the Internet to evaluate and discover amazing information. The result is that buyers are better prepared than in the past.
3. Sparkle And Shine. Sellers must think ‘out of the box’ and energize their home with pizazz. Get rid of things you don’t want to move, organize closets and storage areas, and clean everywhere. Raphael can guide you for best value. The payoff is a higher sales price.
4. Condition. Buyers expect everything to work. You will discover the key areas to focus on in an honest manner with Raphael to bring an easy offer. 

Understanding the plan made  special for you is exciting and fun.  Real estate marketing involves far more than a sign in the yard, the MLS and an ad in the paper. Successful brokers use a variety of methods to attract and qualify prospects, including the latest Internet and communication advances. The plan is what supports obtaining the best and most offers on a property. The agent must be flexible and understand various markets and areas to be of true value to the seller.

A seller needs a professional who earns the commission not an agent who brings a ‘minimal’ amount of service and value. You will appreciate all that Raphael offers you in value and positive programs so ‘act now’ and contact me. A fast and superior Comparative Market Analysis of your home will be done with no obligation or commitment. You will be thrilled with the results and game plan customized for you.

All information is confidential and your privacy respected. Should you not be fully ready to engage right now and know of someone else that is please recommend me.

Oak Hill

 Well seize the opportunity and discover these newly listed short sales in the Highland Park and Eagle Rock communities. These houses were just listed for sale within the past two weeks and are ready for the right qualified home buyer. Knowledge in short-sales and the process is the advantage that Raphael brings to you for value and successful transaction. Home buyers need to have a strong understanding of the process and the differences that may take place when there is more than one lender involved. The lenders today are all operating in a different mode and no two transactions are alike. Save yourself stress and grief with a trusted local Realtor representing you to achieve successful results.

Discover These New Short-Sales;

$ 325k, 3+2, 6145 Annan Way, Highland Park, Craftsman House, occupied.

$ 650k, 5+4, 6018 Oak Hill, Highland Park, New Construction, vacant.

$ 750k, 6+4, 2110 Hill, Eagle Rock, Spanish Construction, occupied.

Now how may this affect the current home buyer in their search? These new short-sales listed are a great reference point for home buyers to factor in their search. The options may be limited in these sales and Raphael as your local Realtor has the skill set for a positive purchase. The trusted negotiation skills and knowledge allow Raphael to bring you value in a wonderful new home. Now is the time to get serious and make that decision to act and put that offer in place for remarkable results with the right representation. Northeast Los Angeles remains a desirable area where buyers can appreciate location and much more.

Let us spend some time together for as a buyers representative there is much more than just showing homes for awesome results. Search the area for all types of sales easily with no complications on this site. Questions, then it takes just a simple request for a reliable reply.

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Open House

 Well if Northeast Los Angeles is the place you want to buy that new home then here is some helpful news for you. Home buyers have such a broad range of options that it is remarkable that such options are made available to you as a home buyer. You will find this list of open houses posted on the multiple listing service of Realtors to make it easier for you to see what is out there in houses for sale.

Sunday-Open House List- 8/29

$ 699k, 3543 Dover, 3+1, Atwater Village, Spanish, vacant, 1200 sq. ft.

$ 449k, 4744 Toland Way, 4+3, Highland Park, Spanish, occupied, 2037 sq. ft.

$ 519k, 2531 Medlow, 3+2, Eagle Rock, Contemporary, occupied, 1417 sq. ft.

$ 469k, 952 N. Ave 49, 4+2, Highland Park, Remodeled, vacant, 1500 sq. ft.

$ 425k, 4013 W. Ave. 40, 2+1, Glassell Park, Traditional, occupied, 1500 sq. ft.

The time frame for open house is from 2:00 to 5:00 in most cases. Have a Realtor to work with and accompany you then great. Should you not have a reliable, knowledegeable Realtor for the area then contact Raphael.

Raphael specializes in the Northeast Los Angeles communities of Eagle Rock, Echo Park, Silver Lake, Atwater Village, Mt. Washington, Los Feliz, Glassell Park just to name a few. Interest rates are at record lows as we all know and inventory has recently increased. It has never been a more opportunistic time to invest in real estate for the ‘long term’. Act now and contact me to assist you and discuss your plans. My only purpose is to deliver successful results to you, my client.

Never an obligation or a commitment with Raphael for it is a people business. Should you not be active at this time and know of another person that is then I would appreciate your recommendation. Much information is made available on this site for your benefit so please pass the word and if there is an issue not discussed then please drop me a note be you a home seller or a home buyer.

Information received is strictly confidential and your privacy is respected…

Escrow Process

 The Silver Lake community has seen a total of 4 homes just come on the market for buyers that are absolutely awesome. We see these houses for sale range in price from $720k to $1.6 mill. and each has a number of special amenities supporting the price.

$ 720k, 2428 Panorama Terr, 2+2, 1568 sq. ft. on a 5600 sq. ft. lot

$ 900k, 2562 Corralitas, 3+4, 2356 sq. ft. on a 10803 sq. ft. lot, new construction

$ 1.1mill, 2143 Panorama Terr, 3+2, 2000 sq. ft. on a 5170 sq. ft. lot, views-pool

$ 1.6mill, 2275 Micheltorena, 3+3, 2700 sq. ft. on a 5400 sq. ft. lot, 1930′s villa

Home sellers are averaging about 60 days before accdepting an offer but inventory has recently doubled in the amount of homes for sale in the community. Presently the upper more stylish and elegant homes are being priced at the amount of $498 per sq. ft. The standard for the Silver Lake area is more in the $464 range but condition and amenities make the difference. Sellers know bright appeal is critical.

Home buyers need to be represented by a local Realtor for the best benefit in knowledge and negotiations. Raphael is local and can arrange showings of these newly listed homes and prepare informational sheets on each and any home being shown. Let Raphael guide you through the current jungle of houses for sale to that perfect residence meeting your needs. You can receive breakthrough results on presenting an offer properly prepared. Contact Raphael today to discuss your needs.

Home Buyer/Home Seller Tip;

One must keep in mind to inspect wood for rot and termite damage when wood touches the soil. Wood that is in constant contact with soil is prone to rot and attack from wood-eating termites. Inspect vulnerable areas of the property and then obtain recommendations on various local termite companies. Raphael maintains a list of various home service providers that can assist in any project. Needing an estimate on any project is a simple contact to Raphael to obtain a few recommendations.

Information is always private and confidential so be comfortable on this site…

N.E.L.A Open House

Northeast Los Angeles brings a small number of open houses for view this Sunday, 8/15.  The communities of  Glassell Park, Mt. Washington, Echo Park, Eagle Rock, Highland Park bring the following to the home buyer for reference in a practical manner. I am your local resident Realtor to bring the most value and service to those home buyers looking in the diverse area of N.E.L.A.

Open Houses For Sunday;

$ 568k, 512 Mt. Washington Dr., 3+1.5, 90065

$ 619k, 4192 Palmer0, 3+2, 90065

$ 648k, 5151 Hermosa, 5+2, 90041

$ 419k, 6145 Crestwood Way, 2+2, 90042

$ 699k, 3543 Dover, 3+1, 90039

$ 370k, 120 Roselawn Place, 3+1, 90042

$ 569k, 3800 Brilliant Drive, 3+2, 90065

$ 389k, 1330 El Paso, 2+1, 90065

The open house time schedule is generally from 2:00 to 5:00pm and all are within a short drive from each other. The location is one of the delightful benefits that Northeast Los Angeles brings to the home buyer. The access to various freeways is notable and just awesome for the commuter.  Home buyers need to keep in mind the ease of commuting around the entire county from this popular area.

Overcome the question of where to start by having a trusted, reliable and knowledgeable Realtor showing you the way in this present real estate jungle. The home buyer requires a seasoned guide to be worthy of the business.

Act now and contact me for additional details on any of the open houses shown for tomorrow, Sunday. A quick reply will be sent along with my input on the property questioned. Feel free to also utilize my breakthrough simple reliable program for your home search. My only purpose is to bring you successful results for a positive home buy.

Be comfortable on this site for all is confidential and your privacy is respected.

Flamenco 1900's

Highland Park community offers a new program at the Lummis Home this Saturday August 7. As your local Realtor this is a fun evening to enjoy with the entire family.

FLAMENCO NIGHT

Recreating the summer evening in 1904 when the guests of Charles Fletcher Lummis gathered for dinner under the great sycamore tree in the courtyard and first heard the stirring chords of flamenco music, we will enjoy the story and the musical memories of California’s ties to old Spain lifestyle.
After a brief discussion of Lummis and his “troubadour,” the Andalusian guitarist Francisco Amate…
The party will pick up steam…!!!

Gabriel Reyna and his troupe of performers will take us on an awesome musical journey through the passion, elegance and color of the Flamenco guitar, song and dance, while we savor a taste of Spain with a variety of authentic tapas, sangría and spicy paella!

THE LUMMIS HOME, SATURDAY, AUGUST 7, 2010, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Members $60.00 per person, non-members $70.00 per person
Members $50 per person, non-members $60 per persons.

By phone: (323) 460-5632 or go on-line, www.socalhistory.org

Highland Park Home Seller Thought…

 What to Leave for the New Owners 

Owner’s manuals and warranties for appliances left in the house.
Garage door opener.
Extra sets of house keys.
A list of local service providers — the best dry cleaner, yard service, plumber, etc.
Code to the security alarm and phone number of the monitoring service if not discontinued.
As a courtesy, you could provide numbers to the local utility companies.
If it’s a condo, leave information on how to contact the condo board.

The market offers the home seller many opportunities providing an experienced local Realtor is used. I work solely Northeast Los Angeles and as a resident remain familiar with neighborhood issues. Highland Park has the greatest amount of home sales in all of N.E.L.A. Thinking of selling your home then allow some time so a reliable Comparative Market Analysiscan br properly presented. The CMA is offered with no obligation or commitment. Act now as hidden secrets can be had for a positive house sale. Today’s market attracts both buyers and sellers with the right negotiation. Serious about real estate then contact me now. I appreciate all referrals and recommendations to your associates as special programs are currently being presented by me till December.

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Mt. Washington Stairway

Well breakthrough news for Mt. Washington real estate is now out for discussion. The hillside community has a limited supply of homes and is the most desired neighborhood in Northeast Los Angeles. The community has a great spirit as shown by the works of the Mt. Washington Homeowners Alliamce who strives to maintain the special value the hill offers all its residents. Houses for sale number only about 25 so the choice is not abundant as some other parts on N.E.L.A. The recent past month has shown only 6 homes sold and the same amount moving to a pending status of in escrow. The neighborhood is in demand and with inventory as low as it is the data makes it a ‘sellers’ market.

Let’s look at what is smoking in value for the best in Houses For Sale;

$619k, 3+2, 4192 Palmero, 1513 sq. ft. on a lot that is 7100 sq. ft. updated kitchen and baths with views.

$691k, 3+2, 600 West Ave. 46, 1773 sq. ft. on a lot that is 5000 sq. ft. sensational views and open floor plan.

$799k, 2+4, 620 Crane, 2705 sq. ft. on a lot that is 4210 sq. ft. has large spacious floor plan, updates,views and more.

The current price per square foot of space in the community is $302 down from $348 for the previous month. Houses for sale are remaining on the market for an average of 78 days before that ”sold’ sign is posted, providing a local Realtor is utilized. The average median price of homes is in the mid $500k range a huge drop from a few years ago.

Thinking of Mt. Washington Short-Sales that give the home buyer the edge. Well, the fact is that only a handful are on the market awaiting a qualified buyer. Need to know specifics on these few homes then act now and let me know. I am your local Realtor that resides and works specifically just the Northeast Los Angeles area. Interest rates are in the 4% vicinity and opportunity is there for the motivated and savvy home buyer. Get in touch now and don’t procastinate.

Keep in mind that your privacy is respected and be comfortable as all is confidential.

KNOWLEDGE

 The neighborhoods of Northeast Los Angeles have a large percentage of home sellers that are respectable and realistic. Numerous houses for sale are being priced right the first time and sellers are more helpful in house related details. Mt.Washington, Eagle Rock, Silver Lake, Highland Park and Glassell Park presently have a fair amount of houses for sale priced well in the $400k to $600k range. Obviously, being your local resident Realtor is knowledge of the community along with the benefits to present the best in a marketing sales plan.

Pricing Your Home Is Critical; Consider comparables. Review current data presented to you to include local numbers in the past 90 days of movement. What have other homes in your neighborhood sold for recently needs to be looked at accounting for pros and cons. How do they compare to yours in terms of size, upkeep, and amenities is all part of the equation.

All my clients are also presented with competition in the housing market inside and outside of their immediate neighborhood. Time must also be discussed as it will mean a smooth transition if planned well. The home seller may also go for an officail appraisal just to state the current value in the sales market. A written appraisal is also a great marketing element in obtaining an acceptable offer.

Home Sellers need to be realistic and discuss the lowest price that would be accepted while being honest to themselves and the Realtor. Northeast Los Angeles is where my expertise, knowledge and experience support the seller in meeting objective set. Obtain that ‘free’ Comparative Market Analysis for a documented value to your house. Act Now, it is something every home owner should keep updated for reference. Homework is what I do best.

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Design And Vision

 Home buyers in the ultimate communities of Silver Lake, Eagle Rock, Highland Park, Glassell Park, Mt. Washington and Atwater Village get creative when settling in. As a local resident Realtor, it is a great feeling to see the new home buyer arrange the home to fit their lifestyle. Clients are always advised to picture the home as they would like to have it and then feel the vision.

A home buyer settling into a new home can find it to be a stressful process yet this is when the fun gets started. It is a process that requires much thought and offers the perfect opportunity for the new owner to claim specific space. The personalization is accomplished by using objects, furniture and unique themes that are important as well as meaningful.

Real estate circles will often have commentary that the new owner needs to be true to themselves. The home will tell a story about the new owners, so it should be laden with objects that are enjoyed and unique to the particular lifestyle.

The home buyer should decorate for themselves and not for the satisfaction of others. The latest trends should be practical and a good evaluation done regarding the ‘fit’. It is also part of my Realtor program to advise the buyer to think of what the vision of the completed decoration will bring in the future. Value of the property in the years to come needs to be factored into the overall design of what is being done.

A new owner should also focus on what’s comfortable and functional for family and visitors. The areas of walls, floor and ceiling have a remarkable impact on ones stylish vision in the design implementation. The return on investment when doing minor or major change is best in kitchen and bathroom upgrades.

All clients benefit from references to service providers and architectural style as part of my standard services. It is a fantastic reward in seeing a clients vision come to life in a new home.

Act now and ask for the details on how my full service process assist both the home buyer and the home seller. Exceeding my clients expectations is always part of my program. Great things happen when Raphael is involved.

Act Now

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Northeast Los Angeles

 Eagle Rock, Atwater Village, Highland Park have new developments for condominiums in process for the very near future. The area of Northeast Los Angeles is extremely desirable to all developers primarily due to its location. The communities keep an awesome watch via the neighborhood councils on all projects proposed for ading residential properties by any developer. The specific plan for building is quite strict and even more so when it involves hillside structures.

Not long ago a developer who wanted to do a variety of large homes in Moon Canyon lost the battle with the Mt. Washington residents. It took years of court dates and due process only to have the land taken as ‘eminent domain’ and the property turned over to become a park. Will developers ever learn that Northeast Los Angeles is not Burger King and they cannot have it their way… Residents have a say in their community and always will regarding any development.

Here are a few developments that are presently in process with the City Of Los Angeles;

1. Highland Park Transit Village – 101 units between Avenue 56 and Avenue 59, four stories. http://www.theeastsiderla.com/2010/06/will-the-city-finally-strike-a-deal-over-the-highland-park-transit-village/

2. 4200 Eagle Rock Boulevard – 56 Unit proposed 98% low income house with only 27 parking spaces. With the density bonus the amount of units was able to be increased by 77% from 18 units to 56. – http://www.theeastsiderla.com/2010/06/affordable-housing-developer-wants-to-build-big-on-eagle-rock-boulevard/#more-5395

3. Menlo Condo Project at Fletcher and Riverside Drive – 120 units, http://redcarproperty.blogspot.com/2010/05/menlo-property-red-car-property.html (120 proposed units on the old red car property)

4.Durbin Condo Project in Echo Park – 36 units – http://www.theeastsiderla.com/2010/06/unfinished-echo-park-condo-project-gets-a-trim/

So don’t you agree that this is worthwhile information to know? Should you be a resident or planning on being a resident stay in tune with what is going on in the various communities of N.E.L.A.

As a ‘local’ RealtorI keep my clients informed to bring complete value in the benefits that are offered. The assistance given to all clients is a result of constant training and experience. A Realtor number one and a Certified e-PRO on internet technology and Certified Short-Sale and Bank-Owned Specialist give my clients what they deserve and more.

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 Your privacy is always respected and I work to exceed my clients expectations. Contact me now with any request regarding all the neighborhoods of Northeast Los Angeles…