Philip Keppel Real Estate - Burbank REALTOR® Los Angeles Real Estate Agent
Real estate tips for buying and selling in Burbank and Los Angeles. Call (818) 516-7387 to sell for top dollar or buy smart in a competitive market. Specialties: Probate, Trust, Short Sales, Foreclosures, Divorce, First-Time Buyers, 1031 Exchange, Luxury, Investment, Relocation, Retirement. Concierge service. Media West Realty Inc. Cal BRE #01877665
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 coveredbalcony.Communityamenities include a pool, fitness center, billiards, ping pong, saunas, and gated subterranean parking.
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.
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…
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.
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.
If a company is offering to buy your home with “no hassle”… you need to hear this. Those direct buyers aren’t paying top dollar, they’re buying at a discount for convenience. In this video, I break down a real example where a homeowner invested a little upfront and sold for $250,000 over land value instead of taking a low offer. If you’re thinking about selling in Los Angeles, this could be the difference between leaving money on the table or maximizing your return. Call or text me at 818-516-7387 to talk through your options with no pressure.
