PASADENA REAL ESTATE GUIDE: HOME BUYER TIPS AND ADVICE
Are you ready to buy a house? You have come to the right place. Below, you will find links to articles that we hope will be useful to you. Just click on the corresponding link and you will be taken directly to the article. Feel free to browse through these home buying articles. The most important thing for you to know is that you need to be represented and being a home buyer in Pasadena or surrounding neighborhoods is great – why? Because you get real estate agent representation for free! 
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When you are ready to begin your home search and would like to schedule a personalized home buying consultation, give us a call at (626) 629-8439. We look forward to being of assistance to you.
How do you calculate your home buying affordability? Here’s great advice from our lender of choice – Calculating Your Home Affordability.
Tips for getting more home for your money – stretch that $. Read 5 tips for getting more home for your $.
Every industry, real estate included, has its own “rules of the game”. It is important to understand the proper etiquette when you are shopping for a home in Pasadena.
An absolutely “must read” when buying a home – 9 Stupid Things Buyers do to Mess Up their Home Purchase.
PASADENA REAL ESTATE GUIDE: UNDERSTANDING THE HOME BUYING PROCESS
Okay, so you have an accepted offer, you down payment is lined up… what will you be paying in closing costs? Read what kind of home closing costs should I expect during escrow?
Did you know that there are two types of closing costs when purchasing a home: Understand the difference between recurring and non-recurring closing costs.
What are home purchase contingencies? And, can the escrow be cancelled by a seller? Yes… read how at Pasadena home sale escrow can be cancelled by a seller.
When you buy a home in Pasadena, it’s usual and customary to put a 3% earnest money deposit. Make sure that you understand how to protect that hard earned money by reading the fastest way to lose your earnest money deposit.
Now that you found your home, what kind of inspections should you be ordering? A physical home inspection and sewer line inspection at a minimum!
One of the things that home buyers need to decide on while they are in escrow is how to hold title. Take a look at Property Title Insurance – What is it for and what are your options?
Direct Access to the Multiple Listing Service is below:
Click on any of the homes or areas on the map and you will be taken directly to the specific information of the homes for sale like pricing, price history, details, photographs and much more. Feel free to set up individual searches and the Multiple Listing Service will email you automatically based on your individual needs.
Here are just a few homes that are on the real estate market in Pasadena today:
- Wed, 16 May 2012 10:04:00 +0000: $799,000 :: 410 Bonita, Pasadena CA, 91107 - Pasadena Home Search
3 beds, 1 full bath
Home size: 1,661 sq ft
Lot Size: 5,450 sq ft
Added: 05/14/12, Last Updated: 05/16/12
Property Type: Single Family, Residential
MLS Number: 22164385
Community: Pasadena Se
Charming updated Country English home in a desirable Pasadena neighborhood. Spacious living room with recessed lighting, vaulted ceilings, brick fireplace, and large windows. Formal dining room with crown molding, recessed lighting, and French doors that open to an enclosed sun room. Bright and sunny updated kitchen with ceasar stone countertops, custom cabinetry, state of the art stainless steel appliances, laundry area and an adjacent breakfast room with a wine fridge. Grassy backyard with a seating area and two car detached garage. Other features include hardwood floors throughout and several newer systems/upgrades such as newer HVAC, electrical wiring and panel, light fixtures, drainage, landscaping, built-in stereo system with control pads in and outside of the home Absolutely turnkey and move-in ready home!
Listed with Jayne Parsons (w/ Brian Parsons), Keller Williams Realty
Brought to you by Irina Netchaev, John Aaroe Group. Call me today at 626-627-7107, or visit my website at www.pasadenaviews.com! - Wed, 16 May 2012 09:54:00 +0000: $385,000 :: 420 South Oak Knoll #10, Pasadena CA, 91101 - Pasadena Home Search
2 beds, 1 full bath
Home size: 0 sq ft
Lot Size: 0 sq ft
Added: 05/08/12, Last Updated: 05/16/12
Property Type: Townhouse, Residential
MLS Number: 22164182
Community: Pasadena Se
Gated and Stylish Townhouse designed by Mursol in 2006. This beautiful 12-unit complex is located in a highly desirable Pasadena neighborhood and features hardwood floors, crown molding, granite counter tops, dual pane windows, central air/heat and two-car subterranean parking. Conveniently located near Lake Avenue shopping, restaurants and the Metro Gold Line. Don't miss this one!!!
Listed with David Knight, Keller Williams Realty
Brought to you by Irina Netchaev, John Aaroe Group. Call me today at 626-627-7107, or visit my website at www.pasadenaviews.com! - Wed, 16 May 2012 09:45:00 +0000: $719,000 :: 1812 La Loma Road, Pasadena CA, 91105 - Pasadena Home Search
3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
Home size: 2,120 sq ft
Lot Size: 5,167 sq ft
Added: 03/28/12, Last Updated: 05/16/12
Property Type: Single Family, Residential
MLS Number: 22162770
Community: Pasadena Sw
The price of this listing was last reduced on 4/24/2012 by 1%
Built in 1964, this is a wonderful and serene mid-century retreat located in the San Rafael Hills part of Pasadena. The main level of the house has stunning cherry hardwood floors, a large light filled living room with soothing tree-top views and tons of wall space to accommodate the art lovers among us. The generous kitchen is open to both the dining area and family room which leads to the private back patio. There are three good sized bedrooms and two tastefully updated bathrooms as well. The lower level has a large room that could be used as an additional bedroom, a home office or whatever your needs dictate. There is a half bathroom attached. The location provides quick access to Old Town Pasadena, The Rose Bowl, major freeways as well as Los Angeles. This is a great value in a desirable neighborhood.
Listed with Norma Mardelli (w/ Tony Dowdy), Coldwell Banker
Brought to you by Irina Netchaev, John Aaroe Group. Call me today at 626-627-7107, or visit my website at www.pasadenaviews.com! - Wed, 16 May 2012 09:36:00 +0000: $559,000 :: 690 South Marengo Avenue #6, Pasadena CA, 91106 - Pasadena Home Search
3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
Home size: 1,440 sq ft
Lot Size: 12,418 sq ft
Added: 05/04/12, Last Updated: 05/16/12
Property Type: Townhouse, Residential
MLS Number: A12056708
Community: Pasadena Sw
Pristine townhome In prime Pasadena location. Desirable Madison Heights community. Close To Old Town, famous restaurants and shops, Cal Tech, Pasadena City College And MTA Goldline. This beautifully maintained townhome is surrounded by charming garden settings and complementing cobble/slate stones. Features high end quality wood flooring and staircase, Large windows and plantation shutters. Spacious living room with impressive slate stone fireplace, powder room, many closet spaces. Gorgeous gourmet kitchen with accents of mosaic limestone, stainless steel Jenn Air appliances, and it is adjacent to laundry Area. additional features are custom luxury bathrooms, private front patio. recessed and sconce lighting, custom moulding, intercom and attached two car garage with storage. Very low HOA Fee. Truly fabulous home for Pasadena life style!
Listed with Pauline Cheng, Re/Max Premier Prop Arcadia
Brought to you by Irina Netchaev, John Aaroe Group. Call me today at 626-627-7107, or visit my website at www.pasadenaviews.com! - Wed, 16 May 2012 09:24:00 +0000: $829,000 :: 1447 GLENGARRY RD, Pasadena CA, 91105 - Pasadena Home Search
4 beds, 3.5 baths
Home size: 1,989 sq ft
Lot Size: 7,797 sq ft
Added: 04/19/12, Last Updated: 05/16/12
Property Type: Single Family, Residential
MLS Number: 12595427
Community: Pasadena Sw
Built in 1955 this stylish 4 bed/3.5 bath, media room, 2 story home has been restored & brought into the 21st century. Redone to perfection & nestled in the hillside, this chic home offers oak hardwood floors upstairs, new Milgard double pane windows,light & bright new kit w/ glass tile backsplash & Corian counters, new appliances & a built-in breakfast area. Stunning master bedroom/baths & adjoining bedroom ideal for nursery or an office. Venetian plaster graces 2 walls, adding glamour & color. Open formal LR w/ fireplace & dining area lookout to views from picture window. A walking deck across the back w/ its stylish wood design railing allow for more views. Media room w/ fpl opens up to approx 1200 sqft terrace w/ sails adding a natural screen to the bright sunlight. A large rear yd adds for a great oppty for a lavish play yd, pool,guest house or whatever your imagination desires. Bring your furnishings, dishes, clothes, makeup,& move right in. Views of the famous ~~~Eagle Rock.~~~
Listed with Rosemary Low, Sotheby's Int'l Rlty-Los Feliz
Brought to you by Irina Netchaev, John Aaroe Group. Call me today at 626-627-7107, or visit my website at www.pasadenaviews.com!
