Our West Hollywood Listing Has Just Been Reduced!

Just Reduced in West Hollywood! - $479,000 SEE HD Video: www.1215olive.com View the Virtual Tour You'll love the lifestyle associated with this beautifully upgraded West Hollywood condo! Close to the area's top amenities and within walking distance to Sunset strip entertainment, shopping, dining, and more! Condo features an inviting open floor plan with upgrades throughout - including; granite counters, recessed lights, wood floors, living room wired for surround sound, crown molding, gas fireplace, more. Spacious balcony looks out onto the beautiful sparkling community pool! Quiet building with elevator. Located within award winning West Hollywood Elementary area. Open Floor Plan Granite Counters Recessed Lights Fireplace Upgrades Throughout Crown Moldng Wood Floors Great West Hollywood Location MLS: BB14142778 Sq Ft: 884 Yr Built: 1973 Bdrms: 2 Baths: 1 Pool: Yes - Community Parking: 1 Car Garage Asking: $479,000 1215 N. Olive Drive 306 West Hollywood, CA 90069 Property Map Philip Keppel 1-818-516-7387 Contact Agent www.homesalesburbank.com Lic#: 01875431 Media West Realty

1300 W. Magnolia Blvd
Burbank, CA91506
1-818-516-7387
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Join us Today for our Sunland, CA Open House! 08/17/2014 1-4pm

Visit our Open House Today:  1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

10720 Nassau Ave.

Sunland, CA 91040

3 bedroom

2-1/2baths

1,819 sq ft of living space

Newer Construction -  Built in 1999

$505,000

Just Listed:10720 Nassau Ave. Sunland, CA 91040 Philip Keppel & Media West Realty Inc.

Philip Keppel, Burbank Realtor with Media West realty Inc. Presents his new Sunland Listing!

Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2-1/2 bath Sunland Custom home charmer. This is the home you’ve been waiting for with upgrades throughout such as fresh paint, new carpeting, stainless steel appliances, fireplace, crown molding, recessed lights, and more. 
Located on a quiet tree lined street. Easy living with many dining, shopping, and entertainment choices. One of the newest homes in the area - built in 1999 and gorgeous inside!



Philip Keppel
REALTOR®
BRE#01875431
Media West Realty
1300 W. Magnolia Blvd.
Burbank, CA 91506
www.homesalesburbank.com
philipkeppel@yahoo.com
818.845.9703 Fax
818.516.7387 Cell

Just Listed: 11597 Wildflower Ct., Moorpark, CA 93021 - Phil Keppel - Media West Realty Inc.

Phil Keppel of Media West Realty introduces his new Moorpark, CA home listing.  This updated 5 bedroom x 3 bath home on an oversized lot is located on one of the prime locations within Moorpark's Buttercreek community!  This home had upgrades throughout such as fresh paint, ,new carpet, hardwood floors, fireplace, new AC and heating system, cathedral ceilings, French doors, and more! Close to an abundance of shopping, dining, and nightlife options!  Visit www.homesalesburbank.com or www.11597wildflower.com for more information

By:

Philip Keppel 

REALTOR®

DRE#01875431

Media West Realty

1300 W. Magnolia Blvd.

Burbank, CA 91506
www.homesalesburbank.com
philipkeppel@yahoo.com

818.845.9703 Fax

818.516.7387 Cell

FOR SALE: 1215 N. Olive Drive #306 West Hollywood, CA 90069 - Offered By Phil Keppel Media West Realty Inc.

Phil Keppel of Media West Realty introduces his new West Hollywood, CA Condo listing.  This updated 2 bedroom x 1 bath unit is located a prime area of West Hollywood. Upgraded throughout  - too long to list! Walking distance to an abundance of shopping, dining, and nightlife choices on the world famous Sunset Strip!  Area also feeds into award winning West Hollywood Elementary!  Visit www.homesalesburbank.com or www.1215olive.com for more information

Philip Keppel 

REALTOR®

DRE#01875431

Media West Realty

1300 W. Magnolia Blvd.

Burbank, CA 91506
www.homesalesburbank.com
philipkeppel@yahoo.com

818.845.9703 Fax

818.516.7387 Cell

Philip Keppel Burbank, CA Real Estate: Why We Sell More

Philip Keppel 

REALTOR®

DRE#01875431

Media West Realty

1300 W. Magnolia Blvd.

Burbank, CA 91506
www.homesalesburbank.com
philipkeppel@yahoo.com

818.845.9703 Fax

818.516.7387 Cell

 

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New Listing Video: 14506 Benefit Street #103 Sherman Oaks, CA 91403

Come see our new 1 bedroom x 1 bath Sherman Oaks condo.  Located in a highly desirable area South of Ventura Boulevard, this one will go quickly!  Priced at $305,000.
Open Houses Scheduled for Saturday 05/31/2014 2-4pm
&
Sunday 06/01/2014  2-5pm

Philip Keppel 

REALTOR®

DRE#01875431

Media West Realty

1300 W. Magnolia Blvd.

Burbank, CA 91506
www.homesalesburbank.com
philipkeppel@yahoo.com

818.845.9703 Fax

818.516.7387 Cell

Composting Workshop Saturday in Burbank 05/17/2014

Our friends from the Burbank Recycling center are hosting another Composting Workshop tomorrow morning Saturday 05/17/2014  9:00am - 11:30am.
Stevenson Elementary School.
333 Oak Street
Burbank, CA 91505

Composting Bins are free for Burbank Residents.

RSVP by calling (818)239-3900
or email: jrbrown@burbankca.gov

Philip Keppel 

REALTOR®

DRE#01875431

Media West Realty

1300 W. Magnolia Blvd.

Burbank, CA 91506

www.homesalesburbank.com

philipkeppel@yahoo.com

818.845.9703 Fax

818.516.7387 Cell

Burbank on Parade 2014 - Saturday April 26th 2014 11am

Parade, Parade, Parade! Join Media West Realty Inc. and the rest of Burbank this coming Saturday 11 am for the City of Burbank's annual - Burbank on Parade along Olive Ave.  Parade route map included below.  Parking is easily found on the side streets around the parade route.  See you there!

 

 

How is the housing market?

Interesting real estate market lately.  Local homes are selling at prices close to those of the bubble years, but realtors are still having a hard time finding willing sellers?  Ask any Burbank agent about the biggest problem in the industry right now and they'll say, "low inventory".   Agents are calling one another asking for a heads up should any new listings come  up.  Realtors know once their buyers feel frustrated, it's only a matter of time before they either end their search, or  move along to try their luck with the next realtor.  

Bottom line is its a great time to sell right now.  Waiting may not result in the end of the world, but things will change once interest rates or inventory levels begin to rise.  Many would be sellers complained after the housing bubble burst about how they missed their opportunity.  They may be missing it again.

Best,

Philip Keppel

REALTOR®y 

BRE#01875431

Media West Realty

1300 W. Magnolia Blvd.

Burbank, CA 91506

www.philandjill.com

philipkeppel@yahoo.com

818.516.7387 Cell

Just Listed: 800 N. Catalina Street Burbank, CA 91505 $699,000

 

Phil and Jill Keppel are proud to present their new Magnolia Park listing: 800 N. Catalina Street Burbank CA 91505.  4 bedrooms x 3 baths with over 1800 sq ft of living space.  Comes with over-sized garage that has plenty of space for a workshop, parking, and storage.  First Open House is scheduled for Sunday 03/02/2014 1-4pm.  More information can be found at www.800catalina.com 

 

 

By: Philip Keppel
BRE#01875431
Burbank Realtor(R)
www.homesalesburbank.com
www.magnoliaparkexperts.com
(818)516-7387
philipkeppel@yahoo.com
#burbankrealestate
#philandjill



Extended President's Weekend February 14th - 17th for Burbank Schools

Just a friendly reminder Burbank, CA drivers will appreciate.  Burbank Unified School District children are scheduled off for the coming extended holiday weekend this Friday to Monday - giving drivers free access at all intersections close to schools.  :)

BTW, does anyone teach their children anymore about the importance of moving through intersections quickly?  I grew up in the east coast where one never takes more time than is absolutely necessary out of fear drivers will get impatient and start moving.
 *** All jokes aside - please be patient at intersections***

Even though the kids are off, Jill and I will still be working through the weekend so feel free to contact us if there are any properties you are interested in seeing.  Remember, holiday weekends can be a buyer's best friend with all the people heading out of town = reduced competition.  

By Philip Keppel

BRE# 01875431

www.homesalesburbank.com

#philandjill

(818)516-7387

philipkeppel@yahoo.com

Oh, so you're not responding to emails then...

  

 The majority of agents out there are knowledgeable and will work very hard for their clients. Unfortunately though, not all in the industry approach their duty in the same manner which sometimes makes the rest of us look bad.  Many times I have contacted an agent trying to make an appointment only to wind up waiting hours for someone to call, email, or text me back.  It's not always easy explaining to an anxious buyer that it's not me forgetting about them - I'm just waiting for the other agent to contact me back.  Perhaps some sellers fail to realize the importance of having an agent who is responsive?  It happens so often, I'm at a loss explaining how some agents get listings!  I guess they must have one heck of a listing presentation. One important area sellers need to consider when choosing an agent is that even though some agents may have years of experience, or hundreds of sales per year, none of it matters if they can't be bothered to reply to requests in a timely manner.  Getting back to potential buyers or their agents promptly can sometimes be the difference between getting a home sold or not.  Having worked with plenty of buyers, I can safely say that not all are patient and will easily change their minds, moving onto the next home on their list if forced to wait too long.  For all anyone knows, that one buyer getting away could be the only one willing to pay list price (or over) for your home!

Yesterday I had a client interested in seeing one of our local homes.  My first attempt at an appointment was by email since I was on our realtor MLS when the request came in and found a convenient email link inside the listing when searching for the agents contact information.  After sending all my information with some requested time frames, I waited for what I hoped would be a quick reply.  After a short length of time without a reply, I decided I would try again, but this time by phone. Unfortunately I did not reach the agent on my second attempt, but voice mail picked up so I left a message with all my previous information.  More hours went by and still no contact? Getting frustrated, I tried the phone number again.  Again, I was given the voice mail  so I left another message with all my original information. 

After another couple of hours of waiting, I finally received a call back from the list agent.  I foolishly expected to find out what my showing options would be, but the agent started our conversation with how me she had missed a call from my number and was checking to see what I needed.  OK, so she had not listened to any of my previous voice messages, but surely she had seen my original email sent all those hours ago? Right?  Wrong -  for all my efforts, all I received back was an exasperated answer about how she was no longer checking her email due to the large amount of interest in the property.  Large amount of interest is a relative term so I'm not sure what her idea of large could be... 20, 40, 3 requests?  Now if I would just be so kind as to put my request into a text message, she will try to find out from the seller what was possible and get back to me ASAP.  

So here I sit writing this blog with 9:30 am approaching - more than 24 hours after my initial request.  I did text the agent earlier this morning for an update but still have not heard back.  I'll soon try calling again but am not very hopeful I'll receive an answer anytime soon.   

Not all agents are the same. Choose wisely.

By Philip Keppel

BRE # 01875431

www.homesalesburbank.com

(818)516-7387

Philipkeppel@yahoo.com

Last Friday of the Month is always Ladies' Night Out in Magnolia Park - Burbank, CA

Relax, it's not just for the ladies - all are invited to join in the fun.  Come enjoy the sights and multiple food trucks!   Always a great time so hope to see you there!

By Philip and Jill Keppel

#philandjill

www.homesalesburbank.com

What? Two Blogs from Team Keppel?!

Yes, Phil and Jill Keppel #philandjill now have two blogs.  To make a long story short, our original blog domain name - www.magnoliaparkexperts.com. one day expired without any notice from the host site.  Unfortunately, before I could fix the problem, our name was picked up by a predatory company who proceeded to hold it hostage for hundreds of dollars.  Not one to be extorted, I walked away and just changed our address to its current form.

Over the weekend I noticed our old name was once again back on the market  - this time at a regular entry price.  Feeling a bit nostalgic - I picked it back up and have decided to use it on a new blog - one that concentrates on its namesake - the Magnolia Park section of Burbank.  So if you or anyone you know is looking to buy or sell in Magnolia Park - know there is now a blog for it.  It's a bit light on material at the moment but keep an eye out for new news and information.  Once again our new blog is www.magnoliaparkexperts.com. 

By Philip Keppel
#philandjill
www.homesalesburbank.com
BRE  01875431
philipkeppel@yahoo.com

Magnolia Park - Luna Vine Wine Bar - Opening Next Week!

While out this morning I noticed the Luna Vine Wine Bar on Magnolia Blvd. is getting closer to opening.  Their latest facebook post says they are anticipating next week!   Great news for us Magnolia Park residents!  Looking forward to my first visit! 

By Philip Keppel

Media West Realty Inc.

BRE # 01875431

(818)516-7387

philipkeppel@yahoo.com

www.homesalesburbank.com

Not your Average Nativity Play in Burbank: Link Below for Tickets. Come join us!

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/500957

Just Reduced in Burbank - Open House Sunday 10/20/2013 1-4pm

Just Listed: 1129 N. Screenland Drive Burbank, CA 91505

15122 Roxford #13 Sylmar CA 91342 - Price Reduced!

Sylmar Opportunity - Great Home! - $305,000 $305,000 View the Virtual Tour Come home to this private gated community of detached homes with private outdoor spaces and low HOA dues! This beautiful 3 bedroom x 2-1/2 bath home features a bright and airy floor plan. Easily one of the gems of the community, it's located on one of the best private end lots within the complex. Entering the home, one finds an open living room with a warm fireplace and attractive wood flooring. Just off the living room is a spacious dining area with sliding glass doors leading to an extra large private patio retreat. The kitchen is updated and open for entertaining. A shared 1/2 bath completes the downstairs living space. Upstairs one finds 3 bedrooms and two full bathrooms. One bath is shared between two junior bedrooms and the other is part of the master bedroom suite. To complete this offering - there is a 2 car attached garage with a dedicated laundry area. 3 Bedrooms 1,257 Sq Ft Central Air and Heat Wood Floors 2-1/2 Bathrooms Open Floor Plan Fireplace - Living room Large Entertainer's Patio Space MLS: BB13142613 Sq Ft: 1,257 Yr Built: 2000 Bdrms: 3 Baths: 2.5 Pool: No Parking: 2 Car Garage Asking: $305,000 15122 Roxford Street 13 Sylmar, CA 91342 Property Map Philip Keppel 1-818-516-7387 Contact Agent www.homesalesburbank.com Lic#: 01875431 Media West Realty

4105 W. Magnolia Blvd
Burbank, CA91505
1-818-516-7387
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Just Listed: 11609 Blythe Street North Hollywood Ca 91605

JUST LISTED: 1129 N. Fairview Street Burbank, CA

JUST LISTED: 15122 Roxford Street #13 Sylmar, CA 91342 $299,000

3 Bedrooms 2-1/2 Bathrooms 1,257 sq ft $299,000
Hurry - it will go fast!

Testimonial - Welch Family July 2013

Congratulations - enjoy your new home!

Just Sold: 15122 Roxford Street #12 Sylmar, CA 91342

Sold -  July 2013
Listed for $270,000
Sold for $295,000

Testimonial - Ramon Zuniga - June 2013

BURBANK ON PARADE 2013 - SATURDAY 04/06/2013 11am-2pm

Come join Media West Realty and the rest of Burbank tomorrow morning as we celebrate all things Burbank with our annual Parade!  The parade starts at 11 am on Olive Ave, between Keystone and Lomita but you will want to arrive earlier to find side street parking and get a good spot.  For more information, go to http://burbankonparade.com/

Hope to see you all there!

Philip Keppel 

REALTOR®

DRE#01875431

Media West Realty

4105 W. Magnolia Blvd.

Burbank, CA 91505

www.homesalesburbank.com

philipkeppel@yahoo.com

818.845.9703 Fax

818.516.7387 Cell

New Burbank, CA Police Activity Information Link

Our Burbank, CA Police Department now pays for a service called Nixle.com, to inform free subscribers about local police activity via email or text. View Burbank PD activity and subscribe to updates at:
http://local.nixle.com/burbank-police-department-california/

Looking for a Real Estate Agent? This may help...

 Picking a real estate agent to represent you these days can be pretty stressful since there are so many to choose from.  Some may think one is as good as the next but that is certainly not the case.  I see differences on a daily basis while dealing with other agents so why don't we discuss a few so you know what to expect..

1) Unavailable Agents - these are agents who get to things on their own time.  Easily recognized - they are slow returning phone calls - if at all.  These agents  tend to limit their access and usually have voice messages stating that calls made after a certain time will be returned the next business day.  On the surface you may think that sounds reasonable - until the day you stumble across your dream home at 6pm while out and about and cannot reach your agent.  Unfortunately - the home sellers are reviewing offers that very night and your agent will not be around to help you get your offer in.  Oh, well... maybe next time. If you have this type of agent representing you on the selling side, you may want to consider the possibilities as well.  Can you really afford to have an agent responding to calls the next day?  Let's say you have interested buyers just steps away from your front door but they were unable to reach anyone for an appointment.  They would have written an offer on your home if only they had gotten access.  Luckily for them, they did find a home that night - your neighbor's home down the street. Their agent answered the phone and got the buyers in that night.

2) Bull Dog Agents - this is my name for overly aggressive agents.  Everyone would ideally want these types representing them since they are tenacious.  They are the ones proudly telling their clients how they are protecting them by fighting for every nickle.  Getting the best deal is not even good enough for they want their side to win and the other side to lose.  You may be wondering what can possibly be wrong with that?  Nothing - until you find out no other agent wants to deal with them.  Let's say you and another buyer make an offer on the same home.  You have your bull dog agent chomping at the bit to get you the best deal.  Perhaps he or she even calls the listing agent to set the tone - explaining all the various reasons why their seller's home is overpriced and how they should feel lucky to have such a well qualified person as yourself submitting an offer. The competing buyer has an agent who also fights for clients but chooses a softer approach.  He or she may also call the list agent, but only to say how much their buyer appreciates the home and how they would love the opportunity to get into escrow.  Money wise - both offers are close or possibly your offer is even higher.  Unfortunately for  you the other offer is chosen. You may find this to be the trend but you never understand why?  Many do not realize that their agent's approach can be the deciding factor.  Offending the other side or giving an impression that any potential deal will be a fight to the very end can be a negative. Overall everyone wants to feel they negotiated a good deal so successful agents will structure their approach to facilitate the sale while still protecting their clients.

3) Tell Me What I Want To Hear Agents - The last type of agent we'll talk about are those who regularly take overpriced listings - telling homeowners they can secure for them whatever price they want.  These agents beat other agents by selling hope of a better payday over the realities of the market.  Selling hope is not a bad thing in itself and sometimes it may even work out but most times it just brings problems for the sellers.  For instance since the homeowner is convinced they can get an unrealistic amount, they may turn down fair market value offers. Days begin to pass and potential buyers start to assume that something is wrong with the home.  Eventually, any offers received may be less than market value since remaining buyers are afraid of dealing with potential issues so offer less to protect themselves.  Even though pricing is not an exact science, there are ways to tell if you are in your general range.  Agents should always be able to provide comps of recent sales within a close proximity of your home.  If none are available, then either their search area or timeline will need to be adjusted.  Everyone wants the highest amount for their home but one must still be realistic.

Before assuming all agents are the same, take the time to investigate your targeted agent's knowledge and availability.  Expand your criteria and don't rely on any specific area. If you are only looking for the most experienced agents, you may find ones who are the most burnt out.  Looking for enthusiasm may bring the greenest agents who are still developing knowledge of the industry.  Deciding that you will only work with the biggest agents in the area may result in your taking a backseat to higher priced clients or being passed onto assistants who are still learning the ropes. Your ideal agent should have a good range of knowledge and availability.  Granted, not everyone will pick up their phone on the first ring or return your email immediately but they should be able to regularly get back to you within a reasonable amount of time.  Before signing with anyone - try contacting them at different time of the day and ask plenty of questions about the buying/selling process to check their knowledge. That should help you find out who'll represent you the best because not all agent s are the same.

Testimonial - Rob O'Reilly

Burbank Open House 01/20/13 1-4 pm

644 N Kenwood St. Burbank, CA 91505 - For Sale!

Join us this Friday for theToluca Lake Merchants' Holiday Open House

OK Turkey - Let's go for a Run!

Looking to work up an appetite before the big meal on Thursday?  In the Los Angles, CA for Thanksgiving?  If so - come on down to beautiful downtown Burbank Thursday morning for the 3rd annual Run for Your Life Turkey Trot 5K, 10K, and Kiddie 1K for children 7 and under.

 Early registration is happening now, but one can still show up on the day of the event to secure a spot between 6:30 and 7:30am at the downtown Burbank YMCA.

Want more Information? Click this link below:
 RUN FOR YOUR LIFE

Have a great Holiday!

Philip Keppel

REALTOR®

DRE#01875431

Media West Realty

4105 W. Magnolia Blvd.

Burbank, CA 91505

www.homesalesburbank.com

philipkeppel@yahoo.com

818.845.9703 Fax

818.516.7387 Cell

Holiday in the Park - Magnolia Park - Burbank, CA Friday November 16th 5:00 -9:00PM

Come join Jill and I as we kick off the Holiday season with our Magnolia Park neighbors this coming Friday 5:00-9:00PM! 

 

For more information click the link: Holiday in the Park

 

Sunday, Sunday, Sunday: Burbank, CA Open House 1-4PM

Burbank Open House: Sunday November 4th 1-4pm

Open House - 432 Glenwood Place Burbank, CA 91506 - Sunday 10/28/12 1-4pm

You may recognize this home since Jill and I listed and sold it a couple of months ago.  Well, the investors have worked their magic and it is now ready for  the next lucky house hunter!  Join us this coming Sunday 1-4pm for its first public open  house!  Hope to see you there!

JOIN US SUNDAY 10/21/2012 - 1905 N. EVERGREEN STREET BURBANK OPEN HOUSE 1-4PM

Join Us for Another Burbank Open House Sunday 10/14/2012 1-4pm

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