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- 91 Answers
- 2 Best Answers
- 31 First Answers
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Kevin Keyser has always had a passion for real estate. After graduating from Georgetown University Kevin worked for Habitat for Humanity, which helps build affordable housing for low-income families. In 1997, after moving to California, he started a successful second career in income properties and eventually decided to make real estate his full time career. Kevin's skills in marketing and negotiating ensure that his clients are able to get wide exposure and full market value for their homes.
Jovana Keyser has spent much of her life in Los Angeles. She previously worked as an actress and had small roles in a number of movies. Originally from New York, Jovana spent much of her childhood in Los Angeles, visiting her grandmother. She grew to love LA, and moved here immediately after college. In her free time Jovana loves to paint, excercise, and play with our brood of animals. In 2001 she began helping Kevin with income properties, and grew passionate about remodeling properties to bring out their full potential. She uses these skills today to help sellers "spruce up" their properties prior to putting them on the market. Jovana also loves to help buyers find the home of their dreams.
Recent sales by Keyser Homes have included the sale of Ronald Reagan and Jane Wyman's 1940's Southern Colonial mansion in the Hollywood Hills, as well as a Hollywood Hills home to one of "the Beastie Boys" and another Hollywood Hills home to a former "Backstreet Boy." The Keysers have a history of representing a broad spectrum of buyers and sellers, including major music, film, and television executives and producers, musicians, music producers, and even the odd comedian. They are also happy to represent teachers, doctors, retirees, hot dog vendors, (and you!) in the sale or purchase of their homes.
Both Kevin and Jovana Keyser are active members of The National Association of Realtors, The Califonia Association of Realtors, and the Beverly Hills/ Greater Los Angeles Association of Realtors. They are also both very active with animal welfare organizations, and donate a portion of all income from real estate sales to the Los Angeles SPCA, the Bill Foundation, and the Marine Mammal Center. Kevin and Jovana also have become very involved with “Green Housing” in the past few years, and strive to use environmentally sensitive products in their remodeled homes.
"Dear Kevin & Jovana,
Thank you so much for selling my house for me. I was quite impressed with the swift and prompt response that occurred after the open house. Both of you were very professional during the entire transaction. I would surely recommend your services to anyone wanting to buy or sell their home."
Rose B. - Retiree Tue Dec 20, 2005
"From the very beginning we felt a special connection with Kevin and Jovana. They continually went out of their way to meet our schedule and needs. Who would have thought that along with our new house came new friends?"
B Jonnson - Cinematographer Fri Jan 12, 2007
"Dear Kevin and Jovana,
It was a great experience having you sell our home. Both of you had a high level of professionalism and market knowledge that was impressive and made the selling of our home very successful."
Mark & David- School teachers Fri Mar 10, 2006
"As a typical first time buyer, I was a bit overwhelmed and totally green. Kevin and Jovana consistently went above and beyond the call of duty to ensure I was comfortable and informed during the process. Their attention, diligence and overall hospitality made for a great experience and successful transaction. I recommend
them highly!"
Alex K. - Talent Manager Fri Jul 13, 2007
"Kevin and Jovana are such professionals, with hearts of gold. They understood our need to sell quickly - and made the process easy. I am very busy and did not have the time to be completely involved, so it was a relief to know that I had two people whom I trusted like friends to take care of all the details from A to Z. I would recommend them to anyone!"
Lindsay O.- Film Producer Tue May 1, 2007
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Good question! There is no real set rule on this. You can write up the agreement any way you like, to have the tenant responsible for the entire water bill, part of the bill, or you can keep the water bill in your name and pay it yourself. There are several arguments for each option, but many homeowners who rent out their homes will choose to pay all or some of the water bill to ensure that the tenant does not let the lawn & plants die. Some landlords who do this just put the extra expense into the rent. Talk to your Realtor to find out different ways to write this into the lease. Good luck! - Earlier today
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Hi Ray,
We sell a lot of condos in West Hollywood and would be happy to take a look at this and give you an opinion regarding the asking price. The seller can set the price wherever they want, but of course ultimately it will be the buyers that decide if that price is reasonable. If it is too high it will likely sit on the market for months until the seller lowers the price. We have seen that a lot in West Hollywood recently. But at the same time some very nice condos are selling quickly when they are priced well. Take a look at our website to see some of our recent sales in West Hollywood and feel free to email us through there if you want to have us give you an opinion about this specific condo. - Yesterday, 12:29
Downtown is definitely getting nicer, so that should make buyers feel safe. There are finally some supermarkets, so you don't have to drive miles away to get groceries. We think as long as you are not planning to try to flip a property in the next year or two then a purchase downtown could be a good investment. Condos are still relatively cheap downtown compared to West Hollywood, Westwood, Miracle Mile, etc... and as the area gets nicer and the market improves it is likely the property values will go up. It is more of a slow and steady, patient type of investment though, not something to make a quick buck. If you need any help with your purchase take a look at our website and get in touch with us! - Thu Jul 24 2008, 16:17
Hi Todd,
We have found that there are more deals out there now than anytime in the last few years. You are right that prices have not fallen much, but there are many homes that have been listed for several months that will sell for far below the original asking price if the owners really need to sell. The best houses in the best neighborhoods are still commanding top dollar prices and even multiple offers at times, but if you have a good agent they can hunt down listings that have been on the market for some time, where the owners might be willing to negotiate down the price. It's a tough time to be selling... and a great time to be buying. - Thu Jul 24 2008, 14:50