Los Angeles Home Listings, Hand-Picked by Andrew

Sometimes. Some homes are marketed to a limited audience before they reach public sites, or sell privately. Ask Andrew what is coming soon, and tell him your budget and preferred areas so he can reach out when something fits.

Listing photos are usually professional, and many are edited, staged, or taken with wide-angle lenses. Rooms can look larger than they are. Watch the video or 3D tour if there is one, and tour in person before you make an offer.

Often, but it depends on the seller's schedule and the listing's showing rules. Some homes need advance notice, and occupied homes may have set showing hours. Call Andrew at (310) 709-0581 to ask about timing.

Bring your pre-approval letter if you have one, plus a short list of must-haves and deal-breakers. Take your own photos and notes, because several homes blend together after a day of touring.

Compare its price with recent sales of similar homes nearby, looking at size, condition, lot, and location. A home priced well above those sales is likely overpriced. Andrew can prepare this comparison for any listing you are considering.

You can make an offer that depends on selling your current home, but many sellers prefer offers without that condition. Talk with your lender and Andrew before you tour, so you know your options, such as a bridge loan or a timed sale.

The listing agent works for the seller. California allows one agent to represent both sides with written consent, but most buyers choose their own agent so someone is working only for them.

Ask Andrew whether the seller will take backup offers. Pending sales sometimes fall through because of inspection, appraisal, or financing problems, so a backup offer can still lead to a purchase.

Not usually. Check state and local hazard maps, and get an insurance quote before you make an offer. This matters most in hillside and canyon areas.