Real Estate Tips

Sept. 14, 2015

Market Reaching Unusual Stability According to Cromford Report

The report suggests the market seems to have reached an unusual stability with both supply and demand changing very little.  The Cromford® Market Index shows the market confined to a very narrow range between 147.6 and 148.0 since August 22.

However, when it comes to home pricing …

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Sept. 11, 2015

Why Days on Market Does Matter

When you’re buying a home, one of the first things you probably ask is how long the house has been on market.  According to about.com, days on market matter.  There’s a formula for determining the average days on market that’s usually determined by looking at the last …

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Sept. 9, 2015

Say Goodbye to Thirsty Plants, Say Hello to Xeriscaping

Let’s face it, we live in the desert and are used to droughts.  Since the water supply can be scarce at times, why not conserve and landscape with plants that thrive in a desert climate?  Xeriscaping is a way to do a fun and colorful desert landscape without …

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Sept. 7, 2015

Imagine a Wine Cellar in Your Home!

Whether you’re a wine connoisseur or just enjoy a glass of wine at the end of a long day, you might want to entertain the idea of building a wine cellar in your home.  The concept is not only great for entertaining but offers a convenient way to be …

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Sept. 5, 2015

Several Arizona Cities Make List Of The Best Places To Retire

It’s never too early to think about where you’d like to retire.  And it should come as no surprise that several valley cities are among the top places for settling down.

While Tampa, Florida gets top honors when it comes to the best places to retire, Scottsdale gets the …

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Sept. 3, 2015

What Makes a Scottsdale Neighborhood Cool

No doubt, Scottsdale offers a great quality of life.  But what makes a Scottsdale neighborhood great?  AZCentral.com says the city is family friendly, has a diverse group of residents, and offers a rural feeling.

Beyond that, there are three luxury communities in Scottsdale the online publication rates …

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Sept. 1, 2015

Buying a Home? Looks Like a Couple of Popular Grocery Chains Could Increase the Value

When you’re thinking about where to buy a new home, proximity to work, schools, and lifestyle probably come to mind.  But you might also want to consider the nearest grocery stores.  A new study shows homes values are up on houses located near Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods …

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Aug. 30, 2015

The Long Wait Is Over

Are you wanting to buy a home but can’t due to a prior foreclosure or Chapter 7 Bankruptcy hanging onto your credit?  Good news!  You no longer have to wait 7 years to go conventional. 

Following in the path of the FHA, Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae …

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March 12, 2015

5 Things to Consider when Buying a rental Property in Phoenix

5 Things to Consider when Buying a rental Property in Phoenix

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Jan. 4, 2014

What is the Dod Frank Act & how will it affect new home owners?

Over the course of 2013, you've probably heard a lot about the Dodd-Frank Act, but may have no idea what it actually is. If you're buying a home, you'll likely hear the term a time or two, especially if you're doing a substantial amount of research …

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