Daniel Kountz Realtor

09/02/2026

Where am I Wednesdays? 🤷‍♂️

Take a tour with me of this
Heavenly Hollywood Hills home!

8559 Edwin Dr
Los Angeles Ca 90046

4 Bed 4 Bath

3940 Sqft

List Price: $4,795,000

Listed by:
John Galich
with Sotheby’s International
And Bryce Pennel with
Douglas Elliman

If you would like to view this or any other home, or just have some real estate questions, LET’S CHAT‼️

📧 [email protected]

dre #02077212

08/26/2026

Where am I Wednesdays? 🤷‍♂️

Take a tour with me of this Stupendous Studio City home!

4324 Kraft Ave
Studio City Ca 91604

3 Bed 3 Bath

1948 Sqft

List Price: $1,995,000

Listed by:
Michael J. Okun
with Sotheby’s International

If you would like to view this or any other home, or just have some real estate questions, LET’S CHAT‼️

📧 [email protected]

dre #02077212

08/12/2026

Where am I Wednesdays? 🤷‍♂️

Take a tour with me of this Spanish Style North Hollywood home!

11441 Kittridge St
North Hollywood Ca 91606

3 Bed 2 Bath

1720 Sqft

List Price: $1,089,000

Listed by:
Charity Foster
with Equity Union

If you would like to view this or any other home, or just have some real estate questions, LET’S CHAT‼️

📧 [email protected]

08/05/2026

Where am I Wednesdays? 🤷‍♂️

Take a tour with me of this Lively Lake Balboa home!

17407 Cohasset St
Lake Balboa Ca 91406

3 Bed 3 Bath

1560 Sqft

List Price: $980,000

Listed by:
Brad Christopher Hisey
with Compass

If you would like to view this or any other home, or just have some real estate questions, LET’S CHAT‼️

📧 [email protected]

07/31/2026

Your First Home Might Be Holding You Back…

Let me ask you something real quick:

Does your home still fit your life… or are you just really good at making it work? 😂

Because here’s the truth most homeowners don’t think about:

Your first home was never meant to be your forever home.
It was your starting point.

And life has probably changed since you got the keys—marriage, kids, pets, maybe all three (bless you).

So what once felt spacious… now feels like a daily obstacle course of clutter and “where do we put this?”

Here’s the good news:

You may have more options than you think.

Starter homes are still in short supply, which means buyers are actively looking for homes like yours. That demand can work in your favor if you decide to sell.

At the same time, there are more homes available in higher price ranges, giving you more choices when it comes to moving up—whether that’s more space, a home office, a bigger yard, or just a little breathing room.

And then there’s the big one most people forget:

Equity.

Over time, your home has likely been building wealth through mortgage paydown and appreciation. That equity can potentially become your down payment on the next home—or help reduce how much you need to borrow.

So right now, the setup might actually be working in your favor:

Your current home is in demand.
Move-up homes have more availability.
And your equity can help bridge the gap.

Your first home got you started.

Now it might be the thing that helps you level up.

If you’re curious what that move-up could look like, let’s run the numbers together.

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Angeles

07/29/2026

Where am I Wednesdays? 🤷‍♂️

Take a tour with me of this refreshing Mid Century Reseda home!

6504 Rhea Ave
Reseda Ca 91355

4 Bed 2 Bath

1306 Sqft

List Price: $995,000

Listed by:
Jade Devitt with
PLG Estates

If you would like to view this or any other home, or just have some real estate questions, LET’S CHAT‼️

📧 [email protected]

dre #02077212

07/15/2026

Where am I Wednesdays? 🤷‍♂️

Take a tour with me of this enticing Encino Hills home!

17158 Clemons Dr
Encino Ca 91436

4 Bed 3 Bath

1893 Sqft

List Price: $1,499,000

Listed by:
Suzanne Weinstock &
Robin Greenberg with
Berkshire Hathaway

If you would like to view this or any other home, or just have some real estate questions, LET’S CHAT‼️

📧 [email protected]

dre #02077212

06/24/2026

Are Seller’s Paying Buyer’s Closing Costs?

Remember when sellers could basically say, “No” to everything?

“Can you help with repairs?” Nope.

“Can you cover closing costs?” Absolutely not.

“Can you negotiate?” That’s adorable.

Buyers were basically submitting offers with a thank-you note and hoping for the best.

But today’s market? It’s a different story.

One of the biggest mistakes sellers can make right now is thinking they have to “win” every negotiation.

Because the goal isn’t to win the negotiation. The goal is to get to the closing table.

One thing that’s coming up more often? Buyers asking sellers to help with closing costs.

Now before you immediately clutch your pearls and say, “Wait… you want me to pay THEIR expenses?” hear me out.

Closing costs are all the extra fees buyers have to pay on top of their down payment—things like loan fees, inspections, appraisals, title costs, and more. On a $400,000 home, that can easily add up to eight to twenty thousand dollars.

And even buyers who can comfortably afford the monthly payment sometimes struggle coming up with all that cash upfront.

In fact, Zillow reports that 67% of sellers paid some or all of a buyer’s closing costs in 2025.

Does that mean every seller should? Absolutely not.

But if your home has been sitting longer than expected… if you’ve had plenty of showings but no offers… if you’re motivated to move quickly… or if a small concession keeps a solid buyer from walking away, it might be worth considering.

And here’s the good news: flexibility doesn’t mean becoming a human ATM.

If you don’t want to help with closing costs, there are other options. You could offer a home warranty, repair credits, flexible move-in dates, or even leave behind appliances that you don’t want to haul to your next house anyway.

Because sometimes the difference between “For Sale” and “Sold” isn’t dropping your price—it’s finding the right compromise.

The sellers having the most success right now aren’t fighting the market—they’re adapting to it.

If you’re thinking about selling and wondering what’s normal in our local market, where you should stand firm, and where it makes sense to negotiate, send me a message. I’d be happy to walk you through it so you can make the smartest decision for your situation.

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06/17/2026

06/15/2026

If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home this year and your current strategy is, “I’m just going to wait until things calm down…”

I hate to break it to you, but the housing market has been “about to calm down” for what feels like the last five years.

At this point, waiting for perfect market conditions is kind of like waiting for gas prices to make sense.

A lot of buyers are sitting on the sidelines because they’re hoping mortgage rates will drop significantly.

And hey, if you have a direct line to the Federal Reserve, call me.

But most experts aren’t expecting dramatic rate changes anytime soon.

Meanwhile, summer is historically one of the best times of the year for buyers because more homes hit the market.

Think about it. More inventory means fewer nights scrolling listings at 11:30 PM asking yourself, “Why does this house have 37 photos of the bathroom and only one blurry picture of the kitchen?”

More homes mean more choices.

And sometimes finding the right home isn’t about rates or timing. It’s simply about having enough options to choose from.

Now let’s talk sellers.

If you’ve been watching the news, you’ve probably heard words like price reductions, market shifts, and changing conditions.

And while that’s true in some areas, here’s what doesn’t get talked about enough:

Summer buyers are usually serious buyers.

They’re trying to move before school starts, before a job relocation, or before their spouse sends them another Zillow listing with the message, “What about this one?”

That urgency often translates into stronger offers.

Historically, homes sold during the summer months tend to sell for more than homes sold later in the year.

No, that doesn’t mean you should add fifty thousand dollars to your asking price and call it a strategy.

But it does mean summer can still be a very strong selling season.

So if you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to buy or sell, here’s the truth:

The perfect market shows up right after the perfect diet, the perfect workout plan, and the perfect time to clean out the garage.

In other words… probably never.

If you’re considering a move this year, let’s talk about your specific situation and see what actually makes sense for you.

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