Moving is never easy but, I know at Sotheby’s Phoenix, it can be especially tough during the holidays.  Once you get settled, you’re away from familiar surroundings and possibly friends and family.  On top of that, you’re trying to get organized in a new house.  Here are …

At Sotheby’s Scottsdale, I’ve talked about home improvement projects that are worth the money and ones that are not. Since we’re into fall, I’ve come across another list of projects to do before the winter months that will net you a return on your investment (ROI).

Paint the front …

So, you’re thinking of putting your Cactus Acres home up for sale. Before you do you’ll probably need to do some upgrading. 

Spruce Up the Outside

The first impression is usually the most important one so you’ll want to make sure to impress potential homebuyers before they enter …

Home prices are up and, as a result, millions of people are borrowing against their equity they’ve built up in their home since the housing crisis. In fact, Freddie Mac says 41 percent of consumers took out mortgages in the second quarter of this year that involved some form of …

Many home improvement projects you do at your McCormick Ranch Home for Sale don’t always get you the resale returns you’d expect. But when it comes to landscaping, that’s a different story. Spending more money on curb appeal could land you a big payout in the end. 

Showing some …

Selling your McCormick Ranch home will, no doubt, be challenging. Maybe another home in your neighborhood for sale has more amenities. Or it’s possible you can’t get the price you want due to homes appreciating slowly. Regardless, if you want to have any chance of selling your McCormick Ranch home …

So you’re ready to buy your first home. No doubt, it’s a big decision, so you might ask friends or relatives for advice. But they might not be the best experts. It’s best to consult with a Russ Lyon Sotheby’s agent to avoid some common misconceptions about home buying.  …

While the economy has been a hot button issue of this presidential election, the top two candidates, for the most part, are steering clear of housing. At Russ Lyon Sotheby’s, I know that’s an issue weighing on many home owners and buyers. 

Neither Donald Trump or Hillary Clinton …

Before you put your McCormick Ranch home up for sale, it might be worth your time and money to hire specialized home inspectors to look for potential problems. A seller on top of everything knows how to get ahead of the game in case, at the time of closing, an …

At Sotheby’s Scottsdale, it’s not unusual for the luxury homes I list to be on the market a little longer due to the them being higher priced. However, as a seller, if you’re needing to move ASAP, time is not on your side. But there are a few things you …