55+ in Los Angeles? Downsize, Explore Prop 19 & No Mortgage

 

Thinking about downsizing, but don't want to give up your low mortgage rate?

What if you didn't need another mortgage?

Your home's equity might allow you to sell, pay off your loan, cover the costs and buy a smaller place for cash—perhaps with money left in reserve.

And if you're 55 or older, California's Prop 19 may let you take your property tax base with you, up to three times anywhere in California. Eligibility, property-value, timing and filing rules apply.

You may have more options than you think—and a way to reduce that extra space, cost and maintenance.

Let's see what your home could sell for—and what that could buy you.

Philip Keppel | Media West Realty
Call/text 818-516-7387
TeamKeppel.com | DRE #01875431

No pressure. Just conversation.

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Pasadena 1 Bedroom x 1 Bath Condo In Great Location! $430,000

 Pasadena Condo • $430,000

Enjoy resort-style amenities at Del Mar Sierra Manor. This 1-bedroom, 1-bath corner condo offers 883 square feet, a fireplace, central heat and air, and a private covered balcony.Community amenities include a pool, fitness center, billiards, ping pong, saunas, and gated subterranean parking.

📍 2386 E Del Mar Blvd., Unit 111, Pasadena

Explore photos and the 3D tour at BeautyOnDelMar.com.

Call or text Phil Keppel at (818) 516-7387 to schedule a showing.Media West Realty | DRE #01875431

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Pasadena Condo Now Offered at $430,000 | Del Mar Sierra Manor

A 1-bedroom corner condo at Del Mar Sierra Manor is now offered at $430,000.

Located at 2386 E Del Mar Blvd., Unit 111, Pasadena, CA 91107, this 883-square-foot home features a fireplace, central heat and air, a spacious bedroom with a dressing area, and a private covered balcony.

Residents enjoy a courtyard pool, fitness center, billiards and ping pong rooms, saunas, a BBQ and gathering area, community laundry, elevators, controlled entry, and gated subterranean parking. HOA dues include water, trash, and gas.

Explore the photos and 3D tour at https://www.BeautyOnDelMar.com.

To schedule a showing, call or text Phil Keppel at (818) 516-7387.

Phil Keppel
Media West Realty
DRE #01875431
https://www.teamkeppel.com

Price and availability are subject to change.

Thinking About Leaving California? Why More Los Angeles Homeowners Are Looking at Portugal

 Hello Los Angeles… Phil Keppel with Media West here.

It’s that time of year again.

Kids are graduating… people are retiring… and a lot of homeowners are starting to ask:
“Do we really need all this space anymore?”

Some people downsize…
Some leave California entirely…
And more and more are looking toward places like Portugal.

Now I’m not just a Los Angeles Realtor…
I’m also a dual EU citizen who personally purchased property in southern Portugal.

So I understand both sides of the move.

If you’re thinking about selling your Los Angeles home for the most money possible…
while exploring a slower pace of life overseas…
I may be able to help point you in the right direction.

Over the years, I’ve built connections in real estate, banking, and legal services to help people better understand the process.

Whether you’re just curious…
or seriously considering a move…

Call, text, or WhatsApp me at (818) 516-7387.

And let’s talk about your next chapter.

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Los Angeles Real Estate & Portugal? Let’s Talk Over Coffee ☕

Thinking about buying or selling in Los Angeles? Curious about owning a home in Portugal or exploring dual citizenship?

I’m a Los Angeles Realtor who owns a home in Portugal, and I’m always open to real conversations—no pressure, no formal meetings.

Let’s meet at a coffee shop and talk through your options.

Call/Text: (818) 516-7387

Moving from California to Portugal | Cost of Living, Real Estate & Lifestyle Guide

 Thinking about leaving California?

More and more people in Los Angeles and Burbank are exploring places like Portugal for a similar climate, a much lower cost of living, and a slower pace of life.

Portugal offers affordability, quality healthcare, incredible food, and a real estate market that is still more accessible than Southern California.

If you're considering relocation, retirement, or investing abroad, I can help point you in the right direction and connect you with trusted professionals in real estate, banking, and law.

And if your move begins with selling your home here in Los Angeles or Burbank, I can help with that too.

Call or text: (818) 516-7387

Buying a Home in California? Watch Out for Supplemental Taxes!

Planning to buy a home in California? One important detail that often gets overlooked early in the process is supplemental property taxes. During a home purchase, escrow—the neutral third party that handles the transaction—ensures that property taxes are paid up to the current tax bill. However, that payment is based on the seller’s tax rate, not the buyer’s future tax obligation. Once the sale closes, the county reassesses the property at the new purchase price. From the date of closing to the next tax bill, the new owner may owe the difference between the old tax rate and the reassessed amount. This is known as a supplemental tax bill. Depending on how long the previous owner held the property, the difference can be significant. Many buyers are unaware of this until the bill arrives. Understanding how supplemental taxes work ahead of time allows buyers to plan properly and avoid surprises after closing. If you’re planning to buy a home in California and want to understand the full picture, call or text 818-516-7387.