http://www.thehouseagents.com The House Agents - A Group Within Partners Trust Real Estate & Acquisitions Sat, 27 Aug 2011 20:30:10 +0000 http://www.thehouseagents.com en http://www.thehouseagents.com/1415-BUTLER-AVE-1 http://www.thehouseagents.com/following/thehouseagents.com/1415-BUTLER-AVE-1 Sat, 27 Aug 2011 20:30:10 +0000 The House Agents - A Group Within Partners Trust Real Estate & Acquisitions 1919110 The House Agents were proud to be the first selling agents on this beautiful project and hope that you call them for a private showing. NEWLY REDUCED - $895,000 - Great Deal Centrally Located between Santa Monica Blvd, Wilshire Blvd and the 405 Freeway, this modern building is walking distance to Brentwood and just 2 miles west of UCLA. This environmentally friendly project is unique in that its structure is built with steel and concrete, using hardwood for floor covering only. Unlike most buildings in its category, The Quartet is hi-rise quality on a smaller scale, offering increased safety in case of earthquake or fire. It meets and exceeds building requirements and standards for energy efficiency and soundproofing. These 4 lovely three story town homes are the perfect residence without the responsibilities of single-family ownership with approximately $120 monthly HOA dues. Designed with SIDE-by-SIDE 3-car private garages, each unit has a guest parking space. Every unit encompasses over 2,000 square feet of living space and balcony, 3 bedrooms, and 3 1/2 bathrooms. Enjoy city and ocean views from your private rooftop jacuzzi and sundeck. Address 1415 Butler Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90025 Asking Price $998,000 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 3.5 App Sq. Ft. 1972 MLS 11-536019 <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1919110/Screen shot 2011-08-27 at 1.13.23 PM.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="405" width_o="1079" height_o="683" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1919110/Screen shot 2011-08-27 at 1.13.23 PM_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1919110/Screen shot 2011-08-27 at 1.14.50 PM.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="409" width_o="1084" height_o="694" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1919110/Screen shot 2011-08-27 at 1.14.50 PM_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1919110/Screen shot 2011-08-27 at 1.14.06 PM.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="400" width_o="1089" height_o="682" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1919110/Screen shot 2011-08-27 at 1.14.06 PM_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1919110/Screen shot 2011-08-27 at 1.13.49 PM.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="395" width_o="1078" height_o="666" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1919110/Screen shot 2011-08-27 at 1.13.49 PM_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1919110/Screen shot 2011-08-27 at 1.12.55 PM.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="303" width_o="1247" height_o="590" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1919110/Screen shot 2011-08-27 at 1.12.55 PM_o.jpg" align="left" /> ©2012 The House Agents / Partners Trust Real Estate Brokerage & Acquisitions / Heather W. Leikin / Lic# 01853528 $(document).ready(function() { pageTracker._trackPageview("/1415 BUTLER AVE." ); }); http://www.thehouseagents.com/RECENT-CLOSINGS http://www.thehouseagents.com/following/thehouseagents.com/RECENT-CLOSINGS Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:49:52 +0000 The House Agents - A Group Within Partners Trust Real Estate & Acquisitions 1581836 BUYING AGENT - $525,000 Baldwin Hills pool home. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/Screen shot 2011-08-17 at 3.30.11 AM.jpg" border="0" width="631" height="350" width_o="631" height_o="350" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/Screen shot 2011-08-17 at 3.30.11 AM_o.jpg" align="left" /> BUYING AGENT - $1,045,000 Hip West Los Angeles Town House. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/Screen shot 2011-08-27 at 1.04.44 PM.jpg" border="0" width="612" height="315" width_o="612" height_o="315" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/Screen shot 2011-08-27 at 1.04.44 PM_o.jpg" align="left" /> BUYING AGENT - $420,000 Santa Clarita pool home. BUYING AGENT - $519,000 Santa Monica fixer soon to be remodeled. Watch for listing around January 2012. SOLD - $1,250,000 Santa Monica eco-friendly dream beach home (Staged by Nadia Geller Designs, Photos by Kevin Sharp)<img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/0 header_16.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="427" width_o="670" height_o="447" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/0 header_16_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/2.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="427" width_o="670" height_o="447" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/2_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/3.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="427" width_o="670" height_o="447" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/3_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/4.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="427" width_o="670" height_o="447" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/4_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/5.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="427" width_o="670" height_o="447" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/5_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/6.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="427" width_o="670" height_o="447" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/6_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/7.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="427" width_o="670" height_o="447" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/7_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/8.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="427" width_o="670" height_o="447" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/8_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/9.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="427" width_o="670" height_o="447" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/9_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/10.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="427" width_o="670" height_o="447" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/10_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/11.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="427" width_o="670" height_o="447" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/11_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/12.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="427" width_o="670" height_o="447" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/12_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/13.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="427" width_o="670" height_o="447" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/13_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/14.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="427" width_o="670" height_o="447" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/14_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/1.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="427" width_o="670" height_o="447" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/1_o.jpg" align="left" /> SOLD - $950,000 West Hollywood party pad <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/0 header.JPG" border="0" width="640" height="480" width_o="670" height_o="502" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/0 header_o.JPG" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/3.JPG" border="0" width="640" height="480" width_o="670" height_o="502" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/3_o.JPG" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/4.JPG" border="0" width="640" height="480" width_o="670" height_o="502" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/4_o.JPG" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/6.JPG" border="0" width="640" height="480" width_o="670" height_o="502" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/6_o.JPG" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/9.JPG" border="0" width="640" height="480" width_o="670" height_o="502" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/9_o.JPG" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/10.JPG" border="0" width="640" height="480" width_o="670" height_o="502" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/10_o.JPG" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/11.JPG" border="0" width="640" height="480" width_o="670" height_o="502" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/11_o.JPG" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/12.JPG" border="0" width="640" height="480" width_o="670" height_o="502" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/12_o.JPG" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/13.JPG" border="0" width="640" height="480" width_o="670" height_o="502" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/13_o.JPG" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/14.JPG" border="0" width="640" height="480" width_o="670" height_o="503" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/14_o.JPG" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/15.JPG" border="0" width="640" height="480" width_o="670" height_o="502" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/15_o.JPG" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/16.JPG" border="0" width="640" height="480" width_o="670" height_o="503" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/16_o.JPG" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/17.JPG" border="0" width="640" height="480" width_o="670" height_o="502" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/17_o.JPG" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/19.JPG" border="0" width="640" height="480" width_o="670" height_o="503" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/19_o.JPG" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/21.JPG" border="0" width="640" height="480" width_o="670" height_o="502" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/21_o.JPG" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/22.JPG" border="0" width="640" height="480" width_o="670" height_o="502" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/22_o.JPG" align="left" /> PURCHASED - $594,000 Culver City Spanish charmer <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/us.JPG" border="0" width="640" height="480" width_o="640" height_o="480" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/us_o.JPG" align="left" /> SOLD - $550,000 Culver City Spanish (completely renovated) <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/3_4.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="480" width_o="640" height_o="480" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/3_4_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/4_5.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="480" width_o="640" height_o="480" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/4_5_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/6_7.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="480" width_o="640" height_o="480" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/6_7_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/7_21.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="480" width_o="670" height_o="502" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/7_21_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/8_9.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="480" width_o="640" height_o="480" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/8_9_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/9_10.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="480" width_o="640" height_o="480" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/1581836/9_10_o.jpg" align="left" /> ©2012 The House Agents / Partners Trust Real Estate Brokerage & Acquisitions / Heather W. Leikin / Lic# 01853528 $(document).ready(function() { pageTracker._trackPageview("/RECENT CLOSINGS" ); }); http://www.thehouseagents.com/REAL-ESTATE-NEWS-BLOG http://www.thehouseagents.com/following/thehouseagents.com/REAL-ESTATE-NEWS-BLOG Mon, 22 Mar 2010 01:40:23 +0000 The House Agents - A Group Within Partners Trust Real Estate & Acquisitions 321871 Want the latest news on the real estate market? Go to our blog to get news, articles, tips, trends and more... The House Agents Blog (real estate news) <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/321871/Blog.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="435" width_o="1037" height_o="705" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/321871/Blog_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/321871/PT - 2010 Logo - Smaller.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="111" width_o="900" height_o="157" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/321871/PT - 2010 Logo - Smaller_o.jpg" align="left" /> ©2012 The House Agents / Partners Trust Real Estate Brokerage & Acquisitions / Heather W. Leikin / Lic# 01853528 $(document).ready(function() { pageTracker._trackPageview("/News/Blog" ); }); http://www.thehouseagents.com/CONTACT-US http://www.thehouseagents.com/following/thehouseagents.com/CONTACT-US Mon, 22 Mar 2010 01:28:23 +0000 The House Agents - A Group Within Partners Trust Real Estate & Acquisitions 256015 Partners Trust Real Estate Brokerage & Acquisitions 11726 San Vicente Blvd. Suite 350 Los Angeles, CA 90048 (310) 948-9000 info@thehouseagents.com Fill out my Wufoo form! <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/256015/fb_sm.jpg" border="0" width="30" height="30" width_o="30" height_o="30" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/256015/fb_sm_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/256015/tw_sm.jpg" border="0" width="30" height="30" width_o="30" height_o="30" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/256015/tw_sm_o.jpg" align="left" /> ©2012 The House Agents / Partners Trust Real Estate Brokerage & Acquisitions / Heather W. Leikin / Lic# 01853528 $(document).ready(function() { pageTracker._trackPageview("/Contact Us" ); }); http://www.thehouseagents.com/ABOUT-THE-HOUSE-AGENTS-1 http://www.thehouseagents.com/following/thehouseagents.com/ABOUT-THE-HOUSE-AGENTS-1 Mon, 22 Mar 2010 01:16:22 +0000 The House Agents - A Group Within Partners Trust Real Estate & Acquisitions 321852 <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/321852/PT - 2010 Logo - Smaller.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="111" width_o="900" height_o="157" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/321852/PT - 2010 Logo - Smaller_o.jpg" align="left" /> The House AgentsThe House Agents are an exclusive group of real estate professionals serving the west side of Los Angeles and beyond with a special focus on eco-friendly and green designs. Their agents are known for utilizing creative approaches in marketing, selling, and buying properties as well as their commitment to helping people and the planet. Offering extensive support throughout the process, The House Agents ensure you a smooth experience, saving you valuable time and money. They will use their real estate knowledge and customer service skills to make sure you are thrilled with your real estate transaction. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/321852/Site_Head_Shot_o.png" border="0" width="177" height="220" width_o="177" height_o="220" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/321852/Site_Head_Shot_o_o.png" align="left" /> Heather W. Leikin hails from a long line of builders and developers. She graduated magna cum laude from Loyola University, Chicago. After working many years as a promotional specialist, gaining extraordinary skills in marketing and client services, she returned to the job she was born to do - real estate. Heather, rookie of the year her first year in real estate, is now with The House Agents, a group within Partners Trust. Heather is a Certified Green - Real Estate Professional and is proud to be with a company that shares green/eco values and favors integrity, sincerity, and trust above all principles. With Partners Trust's stellar leadership, partnership, and support, your experience will be exceptional. THE PARTNERS TRUST: Partners Trust Real Estate Brokerage & Acquisitions is dedicated to being the finest real estate operation in Los Angeles. At Partners Trust, our objective is to present our clients with the most professional, successful and ethical real estate associates in the business and to represent our clients with care, confidentiality and the utmost attention to service. ©2012 The House Agents / Partners Trust Real Estate Brokerage & Acquisitions / Heather W. Leikin / Lic# 01853528 $(document).ready(function() { pageTracker._trackPageview("/About The House Agents" ); }); http://www.thehouseagents.com/Client-Raves http://www.thehouseagents.com/following/thehouseagents.com/Client-Raves Tue, 16 Feb 2010 09:37:11 +0000 The House Agents - A Group Within Partners Trust Real Estate & Acquisitions 268672 <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/268672/Small Coldwater Condo.jpg" border="0" width="320" height="219" width_o="320" height_o="219" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/268672/Small Coldwater Condo_o.jpg" align="left" /> I just bought a three bedroom condo and I couldn't have done it without Heather's help. She did an awesome job! I found exactly what I wanted thanks to her. I know I was an anxious first time home buyer but she was patient with me, and helped with all my questions and concerns. THANK YOU HEATHER!!!! Let's do it again soon...maybe Malibu next time?! Christian A. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/268672/Small David.jpg" border="0" width="320" height="219" width_o="320" height_o="219" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/268672/Small David_o.jpg" align="left" /> Heather was absolutely amazing to work with when buying the house we intended to flip. She was very quick to answer any questions, get us any information, and give honest opinions and recommendations. Not many realtors work that hard for you unless they're totally sure they will close the sale. I was very impressed with her attitude. I trust her work ethic and opinion and highly recommend her! Jalda H. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/268672/Ellesmere House Picture(2).jpg" border="0" width="320" height="203" width_o="320" height_o="203" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/268672/Ellesmere House Picture(2)_o.jpg" align="left" /> Heather - Thank you so much for all your hard work! I am recommending you to all. I hope to work with you again. Regards, Eileen B. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/268672/Photo_082408_024_o.jpg" border="0" width="320" height="240" width_o="320" height_o="240" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/268672/Photo_082408_024_o_o.jpg" align="left" /> I must say, Heather is one of the best and hardest working agents in all of Los Angeles. If there were to be one agent that I'd trust to sell my home, it would be, without a doubt, Heather Leikin. If anyone would like to hear more specifics about how Heather truly does a great job, don't hesitate to call me, Alex F. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/268672/house 1_o_o.JPG" border="0" width="320" height="189" width_o="320" height_o="189" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/268672/house 1_o_o_o.JPG" align="left" /> Heather helped me sell my home and buy a new one. She got me 50% more then I had hoped in my sale, which was enough to pay cash for my new one. Catherine M. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/268672/PT - 2010 Logo - Smaller.jpg" border="0" width="640" height="111" width_o="900" height_o="157" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/268672/PT - 2010 Logo - Smaller_o.jpg" align="left" /> ©2012 The House Agents / Partners Trust Real Estate Brokerage & Acquisitions / Heather W. Leikin / Lic# 01853528 $(document).ready(function() { pageTracker._trackPageview("/Client Raves" ); }); http://www.thehouseagents.com/Tips-For-Buyers http://www.thehouseagents.com/following/thehouseagents.com/Tips-For-Buyers Mon, 15 Feb 2010 22:57:56 +0000 The House Agents - A Group Within Partners Trust Real Estate & Acquisitions 268272 BUYERS Buying a home is perhaps one of the most important and economically binding transactions you will come across in life. The House Agents strive to lessen that burden during every phase of your experience. We are a full service agency, able to refer you to lenders for pre-approval. We can set you up with daily notifications of properties as they come on the market (and at times before). We will organize and schedule your viewings of specifically chosen properties saving you time and frustration. We will write and address all of your contractual and disclosure concerns in making an offer, handling the many steps included in closing a real estate transaction. We also assist you in any way possible with your move into your new home. This specific process is designed to make you, the buyer, feel as comfortable and supported during your new home purchase as possible. PREPARING FOR THE HOME HUNT There are certain things you, as the buyer, will need to do to make your home buying process easier. First it helps to know what sort of life you would like to live. The House Agents strive to help you build a life and not just buy a house. We will take you through an in-depth imagining process to help you to solidify your dream. This will help you pick an area and style of home you are looking for. Since you most likely will need to get a mortgage to buy a house, you should make sure your credit history is as clean as possible. A few months before you start house hunting, get copies of your credit report. Make sure the facts are correct, and fix any problems you discover. Get pre-approved with a lender. You can use your own lender or The House Agents can provide you with a list of qualified lenders. The important thing is to be ready with your pre-approval so you know exactly how much you can afford and you can move quickly when you find that perfect house. MAKING THE OFFER What attracts you to the perfect place may also be attracting other buyers. As this is one of the most legally binding transactions of your life, it is essential you are guided by a professional. The House Agents will supply you with a sample copy of the purchase agreement and disclosures. This gives you time to review the papers and come up with questions and concerns regarding your purchase. The House Agents will prepare you for the smoothest offer process possible. GATHERING THE INFORMATION This is a fast moving market, speed can be the difference between getting the home of your dreams or being beaten out by the faster buyer. In order to write an offer for a property The House Agents will need the following items from you: - Contact InformationLegal Name (this is the name you would like on the title of the property)Address (current)PhoneE-mail http://www.thehouseagents.com/Tips-For-Sellers http://www.thehouseagents.com/following/thehouseagents.com/Tips-For-Sellers Mon, 15 Feb 2010 22:56:13 +0000 The House Agents - A Group Within Partners Trust Real Estate & Acquisitions 268261 PREPARING YOUR HOME FOR SALE Some of the most important factors in selling a home are price and condition. The proper pricing begins with a competitive market analysis, or CMA, of comparable homes in your neighborhood, and a firm grasp on market trends and economic factors. Next it is imperative that you have a realistic idea of your home’s condition. Going through the house to see if there are any cosmetic or structural defects that can be repaired will help you fetch top dollar for your home. Staging can also be helpful by inspiring the buyer to imagine your space fitting their personal needs and tastes. Another factor is marketing. It is vital that the home gets the exposure it deserves through open houses, broker open houses, advertising, great signage, listing on the local multiple listing service, and a full internet campaign. HOW MUCH IS MY HOME WORTH? There are two methods many people use to determine their homes value, an appraisal and comparative market analysis. Appraisals vary in cost and are defendable in court. They average about $300 for a single family home and more on multi-family dwellings. Appraisers review numerous factors and base information on recent sales of similar properties, their location, square footage, construction quality, excess land, water frontage and amenities such as pools, views, etc. A comparative market analysis on the other hand is an informal estimate of market value performed by a Realtor or broker. It is based on sales and listings that will compete with your property that are similar in size, condition, style and location. A range of values will be determined thus arriving at a probable market value. Many realtors offer a free analysis anticipating they will have a new client. HOW DO I PREPARE MY HOUSE FOR SHOWINGS? The way you live in a home and the way you sell a house are two very different things. First and foremost, "de-clutter" counter tops, walls and rooms. Too many "things" and strong stylistic choices make it difficult for the buyer to see their possessions in your home, however don't strip everything completely or it will appear stark and inhospitable. Then clean and make sure all rooms, furnishings, floors, walls and ceilings are attractive. It's especially important that the bathroom and kitchen are spotless. Organize closets. Make sure the basic fixtures work and repair leaky faucets and frayed cords. Make sure the house smells good: from an apple pie, cookies baking or spaghetti sauce simmering on the stove. Hide the kitty litter, and possibly put vases of fresh flowers throughout the house. Pleasant background music is also a nice touch. The second important thing to consider is "curb appeal." People driving by a property will judge it from outside appearances and make a decision then as to whether or not they want to see the inside. Sweep the sidewalk, mow the lawn, prune the bushes, weed the garden and clean debris from the yard. Clean the windows (both inside and out) and make sure the paint is not chipped or flaking. Also make sure that the doorbell works. HOW DO I SHOW MY HOME? You don't! People feel very uncomfortable when they are in the presence of the seller. I have seen homes that fit buyer's criteria exactly be passed up because the buyer didn't want to interact with the seller. It causes negative feelings that may be impossible to overlook. Not only that, the seller may become offended by the comments made by buyers and turn down a great offer for personal reasons. One must separate themselves. Hire a professional to show the home in its best light. HOW WILL MY HOME BE MARKETED? Partners Trust Real Estate Brokerage & Acquisitions and The House Agents create a custom marketing plan to sell your home. This is a systematic plan that has been tested in all markets and has been proven superior. Of course, each home is unique and requires different approaches. For a better idea of how The House Agents can work to sell your home contact us at (310) 948-9000. ©2012 The House Agents / Partners Trust Real Estate Brokerage & Acquisitions / Heather W. Leikin / Lic# 01853528 $(document).ready(function() { pageTracker._trackPageview("/Tips For Sellers" ); }); http://www.thehouseagents.com/Service-Recommendations http://www.thehouseagents.com/following/thehouseagents.com/Service-Recommendations Mon, 15 Feb 2010 22:44:28 +0000 The House Agents - A Group Within Partners Trust Real Estate & Acquisitions 268244 Please let the following vendors know that you were recommended by The House Agents and Heather Leikin. Lenders Surety Financial Karen Natapoff - knatapoff@suretyfinancial.com www.karennatapoff.net (310) 849-8653 Pickford Escrow Company Trisha Thomas - tthomas@pickfordescrow.com 16810 Ventura Blvd. 2nd floor Encino, CA  91436 (818) 990-6329 Mortgage Capital Partners Karl E. Miller - karl@kmgp.biz 12400 Wilshire Blvd.,  Suite 900 Los Angeles CA  90025 (310) 295-6235 Wells Fargo Eric H. 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Termite and Pest Control 2923 Saturn St. Suite F Brea, CA 92821 shelley@accuracypluscalifornia.com (888) 675-0258 Interior Design Nadia Geller Designs - info@nadiageller.com Transportation Nexus Limousine 323-247-8747 Financial Planning / Consulting HK Wealth Management, Inc. Alan T. Knobloch - email (310) 625-7747 Financial Network Investment Corporation Robert J. Arshagouni CPA - arshagounir@financialnetwork.com 9176 Independence Avenue Chatsworth, CA 91311 (818) 350-0092 Moving Companies 1, 2, 3 Moving and Storage 2411 Lincoln Blvd. Santa Monica, CA 90405 (310) 392-8610 Black Label Moving Co. johnny@blacklabellogistics.com (424) 228-2037 topmovingcompanies.com Production Services Randy Witt Productions Randy Witt - randy@randywittproductions.com (818) 905-7777 Please let the above vendors know that you were recommended by The House Agents and Heather Leikin. ©2012 The House Agents / Partners Trust Real Estate Brokerage & Acquisitions / Heather W. Leikin / Lic# 01853528 $(document).ready(function() { pageTracker._trackPageview("/Service Recommendations" ); }); http://www.thehouseagents.com/Green-Tips-For-Your-Home http://www.thehouseagents.com/following/thehouseagents.com/Green-Tips-For-Your-Home Mon, 15 Feb 2010 22:37:17 +0000 The House Agents - A Group Within Partners Trust Real Estate & Acquisitions 268243 <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/268243/imgres-1.jpeg" border="0" width="225" height="225" width_o="225" height_o="225" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/268243/imgres-1_o.jpeg" align="left" /> Being healthy is about much more then just your body, it also includes contributing to the health of the planet and creating healthy living environments to reside within. I am a green realtor. I help people buy, build and create healthy homes. In this multi-part series I will be sharing with the Wholesome2go family ways to green your space. There are many options to accomplish this goal; you can build green from the ground up, green remodel, and find more subtle and easy ways to create healthier dwellings. In this first part, let’s start with some easy steps you can do right away in the home you have now. Hopefully you have heard most of these before, but a reminder might get you implementing the basics to save you money, lower your carbon footprint, and live a more healthy life. Control your temperature: By lowering your home’s heat to the very lowest you can handle in the winter and highest you can stand in the summer will save money and energy. I like to keep my heater set to 74 degrees in the winter and 78 in the summer. If possible, get a programmable thermostat that will turn your system off or down when you aren’t going to be home or are sleeping. If you have a large home and only sleep in one room, I suggest using a space heater for that room at night. Turn off your main HVAC (Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning) system whenever possible and make sure your air filters and ducts are clean for the best air quality and highest efficiency. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/268243/thermostat_water_heater.jpg" border="0" width="150" height="225" width_o="150" height_o="225" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/268243/thermostat_water_heater_o.jpg" align="left" /> Lower the temperature on your hot water heater: If installing a tankless hot water heater is not a possibility, lower the temperature to between 120 and 140 degrees. Turn off your water heating device if you are going to be out of town and not using it for long periods of time. (In cold climates do what is necessary to prevent your pipes from freezing.) Wrap your hot water pipes and heater in insulating material to increase efficiency and reduce heat loss. Change those bulbs: You have heard it before and hopefully you have changed most of your lights to Compact Florescent Lights already. Here are a couple of ideas you might not have known or considered. You CAN buy energy efficient light bulbs that work on dimmers and have tinted light. Check the labels when you purchase. Consider LED lightbulbs. They are even more energy efficient, turn on immediately and have warmer light tones. If you have tried CFLs and didn’t like them, give LEDs a shot. Put as many lights as you can on dimmers so they use less energy when in use. Please be aware that CFLs are considered hazardous material and should be disposed of properly. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/268243/Save Our Water.gif" border="0" width="114" height="100" width_o="114" height_o="100" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/268243/Save Our Water_o.gif" align="left" /> Save water: Though Los Angeles is not technically a desert, we are water impaired. We have far too large a population and too much industry for us to sustain our current usage levels. We must all be conscious of this and conserve. I am sure we all have low flow shower heads and water saving toilets (they are required on Los Angeles properties). If you are not able to install duel flush toilets (my favorite) there are other options. You can “damn” your toilet by putting a weighted plastic bottle (people used to use bricks) in your tank so it uses less water when you flush. Or you can do what my parents used to say to me, “If it’s brown, flush it down. If it’s yellow, leave it mellow.” Practice this within reason of course. Get rid of that lawn: There are some beautiful and much more climate friendly options for landscaping today. Use some imagination and work with our Mediterranean climate. Try options like xeriscaping or using foliage that doesn’t need supplemental irrigation and native plants, rock or rain gardens. Make your yard your masterpiece. Use rainwater collection or grey water and drip systems whenever possible. You will find some very easy to implement. Put down that paper: You don’t need a new sheet of paper for everything you write. Keep a stack of paper that have clean backsides next to your printer to use whenever possible. Use the backs of paper you are finished with as scratch paper. Using old newspapers is a great way to clean windows streak free. When you do need fresh sheets of paper, buy recycled paper. If we don’t support the recycling programs by purchasing their products, we are not completing the cycle. Consider microfiber cloths or scrap clothing for cleaning and drying. We don’t need to use paper towels for everything. And again, buy recycled paper towels, you must support the recycling programs with your patronage. Personally, I think Trader Joe’s recycled toilet paper is the best paper one can buy. (Hate to be personal, but you should try it.) Slay the vampires: An energy vampire is an electronic device that continues to “suck” energy even when turned off. For instance, if you have a VCR with a display or stand-by light that remains on when turned off, it is using energy. It would be great to have a house that was wired to turn all unused power off when not needed. However that is unfeasible for most of us. Consider putting vampires on a surge protector or power strip. This way you can simply switch off the electronics when not in use. Keep things that must remain plugged in, like clocks or DVRs, in the main outlet, but put that TV and DVD player in the second bedroom that you never use on the surge protector and keep it off. Be an appliance star: If you can, buy only energy star rated appliances that are more efficient. Run appliances when only when full and after 7 pm. There is a reason energy usage is cheaper at night, take advantage of the smaller burden on the grid and save money at the same time. Get rid of that old second refrigerator in the garage. You replaced it to be more energy efficient, then you kept it for extra storage. Take the leap and get rid of it for good. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/268243/imgres.jpeg" border="0" width="271" height="186" width_o="271" height_o="186" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/11967/268243/imgres_o.jpeg" align="left" /> Know your bins: The city of Los Angeles has a wonderful environmental programs. I bet you don’t even know how great the waste system is. Go to their website LA City Bureau of Sanitation and see just how many things you can recycle, I promise you will be surprised. Is composting too hard or not your thing? Put fruit and vegetable clippings in the green bin. At this point I am sure you all are completely overwhelmed. Try to implement these changes little by little and don’t become so daunted that you are paralyzed. I would rather you make 5 small changes then intend to do all and complete none. As mentioned, this is a multi part series and the next installment will suggest physical changes you can make to green your home. For more information on these ideas and help selling, purchasing or remodeling green homes please visit www.TheHouseAgents.com. For more information on general energy conservation go to the following websites: consumerenergycenter.org environmentla.org energysavers.gov energyupgradeca.org makeyourbuildingsworklosangeles.com fypower.org Measure your Carbon Footprint ©2012 The House Agents / Partners Trust Real Estate Brokerage & Acquisitions / Heather W. Leikin / Lic# 01853528 $(document).ready(function() { pageTracker._trackPageview("/Green Tips" ); });