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Bill Salvatore- Realtor

Bill Salvatore, Arizona Elite Properties Realtor / Business Owner / Veteran Full Time - Full Service - Complete Satisfaction * Founder: AZVHV, Arizona Veterans Helping Veterans * Accredited Veterans Housing Specialist * Military Veterans Housing Certified Direct Phone: 602-999-0952 E-Mail: golfarizona@cox.net Web site and blog: www.yourValleyProperty.com Your Valley Property Team at Arizona Elite Properties
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5 Tips for the Perfect Entertaining Space

Nothing says Get-Together like a first-rate entertaining space. Decks are popular throughout most of the country, providing extended living area, defined and contained, with a level, crowd-friendly surface. On the other hand, poor planning and inferior construction can not only ruin your celebration but it could ruin your budget as well. Start your deck project… Read More

Buying a Home? You Might Need a Land Survey.

Almost no one considers whether or not they might need a land survey when they are buying a home. As a matter of fact I can’t remember any occasion when, as a Realtor, I’ve been asked about one. Objectively speaking not everyone needs to give it that much thought. The majority of Arizona properties I’ve… Read More

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Arizona, the State of New Construction

Why Buy a New Construction Home in Arizona? According to the Arizona Republic, Maricopa County, the largest county in Arizona by both area and population and commonly known as ‘The Valley’, led the nation in new home construction in 2024. The article stated that the county added 38,310 new housing units last year, outpacing both… Read More

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Ready for a Vacation? Make Sure Your Home is Ready Too!

Summertime and that long awaited vacation are closer than you think. It probably takes most of us a few days to determine what, in the way of cloths and gadgets will we pack to take with us. But how much thought do we give to the home we’re leaving behind? Don’t let these critical decisions… Read More

Great Neighborhood! Outstanding Location! Valuable Updates!

In Arizona, there are no two updated features that are more valuable than the roof and air conditioning… both have been done recently in this 3-bedroom Gilbert, AZ home! And that’s not all. Bathrooms have been updated, all windows have sunscreens, and the home has been freshly painted inside and out. And a big plus-… Read More

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International Firefighters Day

Sunday May 4th, 2025 is International Firefighters Day. The day of honor was originally proposed by female Australian firefighter, JJ Edmondson in 1999, following the deaths of five firefighters batteling an Australian bushfire in November of 1998. With the escalation and unpredictablity of wildfires, the challenges faced by our firefighters are increasing every year. Please… Read More

Mesa Arizona, 3 Reasons it’s COOL Here all Year Round!

You’re Gonna Love it Here Dreamland Villa has been a sought-after active adult community in the heart of Mesa, Arizona since its grand opening in 1959. One of the first retirement communities in the state, this neighborhood of approximately 3000 homes has a cool vintage vibe, superb amenities and a well run managing organization. —… Read More

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What’s the Smart Move? Buying New Construction

If you’re shopping for a home right now, there may not be a better time to consider purchasing New Construction. But don’t do it without representation (more on that later). In addition to some very valuable incentives from builders and contractors, like upgraded appliances, flooring, windows and smart-home features, several companies are offering what is… Read More

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Home Buyer Assistance is Still Available in Arizona

It might be easter than you think to overcome one of the biggest roadblocks that home buyers commonly face. For example, did you know that Down Payment Assistance programs are still available? With all the media coverage of home prices and interest rates, I’m surprised that there seems to be little if any information available… Read More

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Thank You Thursday – Housing Homeless Vets in Arizona

Veterans are among the most vulnerable of our homeless population. Some suffer debilitating physical and/or mental trauma while in service to their country. Others experience difficulty reintegrating with the community after serving in the military, and some struggle to reestablish civilian life while supporting a family. Whatever the complications, Veteran deserve, and are owed, the… Read More