Real Estate Tips

July 7, 2016

Why Going Green Doesn’t Bring in the Green

In neighborhoods around the country and here in the valley, such as Terravita Scottsdale, the trend seems to be in going “green.”  Homes are being built or retrofitted as green, but you might want to consider all that’s involved before you spend the money and decide if it’ll be …

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April 26, 2016

What to Look for When Buying/Renting a Mobility Friendly Home

Buying a home can be stressful.  But the stress is multiplied when you’re looking for a home that’s suitable for physically challenged residents such parents or in-laws since there’s more you must look for.  If you don’t know what to look for, though, house hunting will end up …

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April 15, 2016

How to Buy a Home in a Sellers Market

Thinking about buying a home this spring?  Good luck!  You’ll not only be challenged with finding a home you like but beating all the other home buyers who make an offer.  usnews.com says nationwide, there are not a lot of homes for sale, especially in the …

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April 11, 2016

How to Boost Your Home Value

If you’re planning to buy a home and stay in it just a few years, many home improvement projects aren’t worth the money.  In other words, when you go to sell your house, you’re not going to get your full investment back.  Backyard, in ground, swimming pools are …

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March 22, 2016

Your New Neighbor Could Be a Millennial

 

Now, that home prices are starting to go up, that’s pricing some millennials (median age 30) out of houses in downtown areas — the part of town that this group tends to gravitate towards.  Even monthly rents are rising.  In fact, an annual survey done last July …

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March 16, 2016

5 Least Expensive Homes for Sale in North Scottsdale’s DC Ranch Community

While you may not be able to afford one of the more expensive homes in the DC Ranch neighborhood we told you about in the last blog, you might be able to afford one of the lower priced homes.  All of these are gorgeous and still have amazing views …

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March 15, 2016

5 Most Expensive Homes for Sale in North Scottsdale’s DC Ranch Community

DC Ranch, created in 1993, is a 4,400-acre residential community located adjacent to Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve.  Amenities include guarded entry, golf course, biking & walking path, beautiful views of mountains and city lights, community spa, pool, and clubhouse/recreation room.  

 

 

9820 E Thompson Peak …

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March 11, 2016

Horse Property Homes Up For Sale in Scottsdale

These gorgeous homes are on at least a couple of acres and are perfect for horses!  Some already have the barns and stalls on the property.  Other homes in this area leave open the option to add structures for horses.  

TWO PROPERTIES

#1 - 6902 E Mark Lane …

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March 8, 2016

Five Most Expensive Homes in the Cresta Norte Community in North Scottsdale

Located in an exclusive gated community between Desert Mountain Club and Mirabel Club, Cresta Norte was developed by Geoffrey Edmunds in 2001.  The Toll Brothers completed the community three years later. 

 

37487 N 102nd Street

An amazing estate with 4,970 SqFt, featuring 5 bedrooms, 4.5 …

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March 7, 2016

What You Need to Know Before Installing a Hot Tub on Your Deck

Careful planning is needed when deciding to put in an outdoor hot tub.  You need to think about structural supports, understand electrical requirements, know local building codes, and find a licensed professional according to fiberondecking.com.  

WHAT TO LOOK FOR 

Is it a “hot tub” or a “spa” …

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