Today's Destination was : Vroman's Bookstore in Pasadena, CA... Diane took a staycation also known as a vacation staying home. The reason was to quietly celebrate her birthday. Needless to say, it is coming up in a few days and we have been leading up to it day by day.She bought a bunch of cards, such as birthday cards, thank you cards, sympathy cards etc. You get the idea at our age and relatives and friends who are at a higher age might come handy. She also bought a few presents for our friends too.More importantly, this was the first time we both managed to walk out without buying a book. This was out of character for both of us. I perused the bargain books, the cookbooks and still got away without buying one book.If you are wondering yes Holly came along in her stroller.  Wishing yo... 09/09/2023

On September 7, 2023, Realtor.com reported that in Pasadena, California median list price was $1,299,998 in August of 2023 up from $1,299,000 in July of 2023, and rose 12.0% from $1,150,000 in August of 2022. While, median sales price for a home and a condo was $1,100,000 in August of 2023, jumped 9.0% from August of 2022 in Pasadena, California.Houses stayed 45.00 days in the market in August of 2023 higher from 44.00 days in July of 2023, and increased from 38.00 days in August of 2022 in Pasadena, California.The median listing price per square foot of a home and a condo was $696.00 in August of 2023 lower from $712.00 in July of 2023, and declined 6.0% from $577.00 in August of 2022 in Pasadena, California.For complete more detailed information about Realtor.com’s latest homes and a ... 09/08/2023

On August 8, 2023, Realtor.com reported that in Pasadena, California median list price was $1,299,000 in July of 2023 higher from $1,250,000 in June of 2023, and gained 6.0% from $1,227,500 in July of 2022. While, median sales price for a home and a condo was $1,200,000 in July of 2023, rose 8.0% from July of 2022 in Pasadena, California.Houses stayed 44.00 days in the market in July of 2023 grew from 42.00 days in June of 2023, and increased from 39.00 days in July of 2022 Pasadena, California.The median listing price per square foot of a home and a condo was $712.00 in July of 2023 up from $707.00 in June of 2023, but down 3.0% from $734.00 in July of 2022 in Pasadena, California.For complete more detailed information about Realtor.com’s latest homes and a condos real estate market tr... 08/10/2023

On July 7, 2023, Realtor.com reported that in Pasadena, California median list price was $1,250,000 in June of 2023 declined from $1,259,950 in May of 2023, but up 0.1% from $1,248,000 in June of 2022. While, median sales price for a home and a condo was $1,100,000 in June of 2023, fell 8.0% from June of 2022 in Pasadena, California.Houses stayed 42.00 days in the market in June of 2023 higher from 41.00 days in May of 2023, and increased from 30.00 days in June of 2022 Pasadena, California.The median listing price per square foot of a home and a condo was $707.00 in June of 2023 lower from $732.00 in May of 2023, and down 2.0% from $723.00 in June of 2022 in Pasadena, California.For complete more detailed information about Realtor.com’s latest homes and a condos real estate market tren... 07/18/2023

On June 7, 2023, Realtor.com reported that in Pasadena, California median list price was $1,259,950 in May of 2023 slightly down from $1,260,000 in April of 2023, but rose 5.0% from $1,199,000 in May of 2022. While, median sales price for a home and a condo was $1,100,000 in May of 2023, fell 9.0% from May of 2022 in Pasadena, California.Houses stayed 41.00 days in the market in May of 2023 higher from 40.00 days in April of 2023, and increased from 30.00 days in May of 2022 in Pasadena, California.The median listing price per square foot of a home and a condo was $732.00 in May of 2023 gained from $722.00 in April of 2023, and up 2.0% from $717.00 in May of 2022 in Pasadena, California.For complete more detailed information about Realtor.com’s latest homes and a condos real estate mark... 06/11/2023

This is a special shout-out and thank you to Michael Jacobs, a long-time AR member who inspires us to ponder so many things...in every post he shares! Michael has, for years, shared thoughtful articles that take us on intellectual and emotional journeys we don’t expect, and perhaps don’t realize we are taking until we finish reading and realize how our thinking has been transformed or inspired. There are always surprises in Michael’s thoughtful writing that invite us to open our minds to other perspectives and view points on life and business. Sometimes predictable, but so often not. That’s part of the enjoyment of Michael’s writing. But this post is not about Michael’s musings but a special thank you for his recent help. Michael and I have not met…perhaps surprising given we live just ... 05/24/2023

On May 4, 2023, Realtor.com reported that in Pasadena, California median list price was $1,200,000 in April of 2023 up from $1,199,000 in March of 2023, and higher 0.0% from $1,195,000 in April of 2022. While, median sales price for a home and a condo was $1,000,000 in April of 2023, dropped 5.0% from April of 2022 in Pasadena, CaliforniaHouses stayed 51.00 days in the market in April of 2023 lower from 57.00 days in March of 2023, but gained from 47.00 days in April of 2022 in Pasadena, California.The median listing price per square foot of a home and a condo was $709.00 in April of 2023 down from $712.00 in March of 2023, and declined 1.0% from $713.00 in April of 2022 in Pasadena, California.For complete more detailed information about Realtor.com’s latest homes and a condos real est... 05/09/2023

On March 7, 2023, Realtor.com reported that in Pasadena, California median list price was $1,024,000 in February of 2023 up from $1,099,500 in January of 2023, and higher 2.0% from $1,099,000 in February of 2022. While, median sales price for a home and a condo was $950,000 in February of 2023, fell 12.0% from February of 2022 in Pasadena, California.Houses stayed 71.00 days in the market in February of 2023 gained from 69.00 days in January of 2023, and jumped from 52.00 days in February of 2022 in Pasadena, CaliforniaThe median listing price per square foot of a home and a condo was $711.00 in February of 2023 rose from $688.00 in January of 2023, and increased 5.0% from $679.00 in February of 2022 in Pasadena, California.For complete more detailed information about Realtor.com’s late... 03/11/2023

How to Rock Getting a Mortgage If You're Self-Employed!!!  Seriously!  Is there anybody who still thinks the self-employed have it easy? You know, like the song says, "they see you havin' fun just a-lyin' in the sun?"  Those of us who are self-employed or work with the self-employed know otherwise, and you could argue that owners of businesses, large and small, spend as much or more of their time taking care of business than those getting a paycheck from someone else.  None of this 'work from home in my pajamas' stuff for the majority --- that's for sure. So why does the mortgage industry make it so tough on the self-employed? Some of the reasons can certainly be viewed as valid but others rea just legacy guidelines that really don't make much sense anymore, but in the this short video ... 03/02/2023

On February 7, 2023, Realtor.com reported that in in Pasadena, California median list price was $1,099,000 in January of 2023 up from $1,090,000 in December of 2023, but down 0.0% from $1,099,444 in January of 2022. While, median sales price for a home and a condo was $1,000,000 in January of 2023, lower 3.0% from January of 2022 in Pasadena, California.Houses stayed 67.00 days in the market in January of 2023 grew from 66.00 days in December of 2022, and gained from 64.00 days in January of 2022 in Pasadena, California.The median listing price per square foot of a home and a condo was $689.00 in January of 2023 higher from $683.00 in December of 2022, and increased 2.0% from $676.00 in January of 2022 in Pasadena, California.For complete more detailed information about Realtor.com’s la... 02/08/2023

Single Family Homes For Sale Pasadena CAAre you in the market for  Single Family Homes For Sale Pasadena CA? Look no further! Pasadena is one of the most desirable areas to live in the Los Angeles area and offers plenty of beautiful single family homes. Whether you're looking for a traditional style house on a quiet street or a modern property with all the amenities, there's something here just right for you.The city of Pasadena features an abundance of high-quality homes that are perfect for families and young professionals alike. Single family homes come in many styles and sizes, from cozy bungalows to luxury estates. With breathtaking views, close proximity to incredible shopping and dining destinations, plus excellent schools nearby, it's easy to see why many people choose this city... 01/27/2023

On January 12, 2023, Realtor.com reported that in Pasadena, California median list price was $1,095,000 in December of 2022 down from $1,098,000 in November of 2022, but almost the same 0.0% from $1,099,000 in December of 2021. While, median sales price for a home and a condo was $1,000,000 in December of 2022, declined 3.0% from December of 2021 in Pasadena, California.Houses stayed 64.00 days in the market in December of 2022 jumped from 57.00 days in November of 2022, and higher from 56.00 days in December of 2021 in Pasadena, California.The median listing price per square foot of a home and a condo was $682.00 in December of 2022 lower from $696.00 in November of 2022, but increased 2.0% from $666.00 in December of 2021 in Pasadena, California.For complete more detailed information ... 01/14/2023

 Too Many and Too Much  Thinking in PasadenaAbout January SecondAsMonth Number OneOf 2023 Begins. . . First, on the first: things continue to happen.   For some, it's too many.  Sometimes, too much. Not enough too.  At times, they seem to combine. Too often.  Wherever you travel on life’s timeline, prioritizing options as well as organizing requirements remain important.   There is no escaping the excess or the dearth of any of it.  However, if you focus on the wrong things, you may miss the thrill of the journey.  In a time where the unrestrained as well as the unrestricted may seem to live among us, how does reality play out? And, with that in mind, will the irony font finally become a part of life in 2023? I digress. . .  And about the seconds: the Never on Sunday rule is a part of t... 01/01/2023

On December 7, 2022, Realtor.com reported that in Pasadena, California median list price was $1,100,000 in November of 2022 lower from $1,150,000 in October of 2022, but higher 1.0% from $1,088,250 in November of 2021. While, median sales price for a home and a condo was $1,000,000 in November of 2022, down 1.0% from November of 2021 in Pasadena, California.Houses stayed 57.00 days in the market in November of 2022 gained from 50.00 days in October of 2022, and rose from 47.00 days in November of 2021 in Pasadena, California.The median listing price per square foot of a home and a condo was $698.00 in November of 2022 declined from $711.00 in October of 2022, but increased 5.0% from $747.00 in November of 2021 in Pasadena, California.For complete more detailed information about Realtor.... 12/14/2022

In October Pasadena Home Prices went up 4.9%CHECK HOMES AVAILABLE FOR SALE IN PASADENA HEREWWW.SFVALLEYHOTPROPERTIES.COM   11/28/2022

On November 4, 2022, Realtor.com reported that in Pasadena, California median list price was $1,150,000 in October of 2022 lower from $1,158,000 in September of 2022, but higher 6.0% from $1,083,750 in October of 2021. While, median sales price for a home and a condo was $1,000,000 in October of 2022, up 3.0% from October of 2021 in Pasadena, California.Houses stayed 80.00 days in the market in October of 2022 increased from 64.00 days in September of 2022, and rose from 55.00 days in October of 2021 in Pasadena, California.The median listing price per square foot of a home and a condo was $715.00 in October of 2022 down from 716.00 in September of 2022, but jumped 8.0% from $655.00 in October of 2021 in Pasadena, California.For complete more detailed information about Realtor.com’s lat... 11/10/2022

On October 5, 2022, Realtor.com reported that in Pasadena, California median list price was $1,184,000 in September of 2022 up from $1,177,500 in August of 2022, and higher 7.0% from $1,107,000 in September of 2021. While, median sales price for a home and a condo was $1,100,000 in September of 2022, rose 5.0% from September of 2021 in Pasadena, California.Houses stayed 55.00 days in the market in September of 2022 gained from 53.00 days in August of 2022, but down from 56.00 days in September of 2021 in Pasadena, California.The median listing price per square foot of a home and a condo was $720.00 in September of 2022 lower from 729.00 in August of 2022, but increased 9.0% from $652.00 in September of 2021 in Pasadena, California.For complete more detailed information about Realtor.com... 10/11/2022

Those of you who read my blogs regularly might remember, my navigational challenges to meet up with Brian England  & Michael Jacobs  in Pasadena. I am enclosing a link in case you missed it.https://activerain.com/droplet/H9Kv Anyway I was less than two miles from the Restaurant where we were to meet. Long story short I went on a 25 mile out of area magical mystery tour thanks to my navigation system. For those who did not believe me and said quietly under your breath he was making up the story, he probably left late and came up with this excuse. Well let me share a message I received from Mr. Google my route that I took to get to the Restaurant. When I saw this notice I had to do a screen save and share it with you.Now keeping in mind John Pusa  who was there suggested next time to meet... 10/03/2022

On September 7, 2022, Realtor.com reported that in Pasadena, California median list price was $1,888,800 in August of 2022 declined from $1,195,00 in July of 2022, but gained 6.0% from $1,119,000 in August of 2021. While, median sales price for a home and a condo was $1,000,000 in August of 2022, down 2.0% from August of 2021 in Pasadena, California.Houses stayed 53.00 days in the market in August of 2022 higher from 48.00 days in July of 2022, and rose from 47.00 days in August of 2021 in Pasadena, California.The median listing price per square foot of a home and a condo was $728.00 in August of 2022 lower from 720.00 in July of 2022, but increased 11.0% from $645.00 in August of 2021 in Pasadena, California.For complete more detailed information about Realtor.com’s latest homes and a ... 09/13/2022

On August 10, 2022, Realtor.com reported that in Pasadena, California median list price was $1, 188,900 in July of 2022 up from $1,195,000 in June of 2022, and rose 4.0% from $1,147,250 in July of 2021. While, median sales price for a home and a condo was $1,100,000 in July of 2022, higher 5.0% from July of 2021 in Pasadena, California. Houses stayed 47.00 days in the market in July of 2022 unchanged from 47.00 days in June of 2022, but declined from 50.00 days in July of 2021 in Pasadena, California.The median listing price per square foot of a home and a condo was $724.00 in July of 2022 gained from 712.00 in June of 2022, and jumped 10.0% from $648.00 in July of 2021 in Pasadena, California.For complete more detailed information about Realtor.com’s latest homes and a condos real esta... 08/17/2022