It’s hard to avoid the city feel here in the Phoenix Valley, convenience is clearly our thing. But if you’re looking for something quieter, a more idyllic lifestyle, one of the best places to find convenience with a distinctly rural atmosphere is Florence, Arizona. Surrounded by farms and open spaces, the Magma Ranch community in… Read More
Real Estate markets fluctuate daily but one industry trend has persisted for years- the most common expression is ‘lack of inventory’. It has been the motivation behind most of our ongoing problems with the real estate market. Home prices soared because of low inventory and current home buyers are in limbo for the same reason…. Read More
Just Outside the Phoenix Valley, Arizona Few people realize that from anywhere in the Metropolitan Phoenix area and in any direction, you are less than an hour away from gorgeous back-country wilderness and outdoor recreation. And in fact, the city of Phoenix itself offers one of the best inner-city hiking experiences in the country! The… Read More
Recently reduced, this 3 Bedroom home in a popular, Mesa active adult community is a great value! Dreamland Villa offers tons of great amenities, and a well-run association, and best of all, fees are OPTIONAL!! Choose from their long list of available activities. The location couldn’t be more convenient! Easy access to Rts 60 and… Read More
Spacious single-family home for rent in a great community. Magma Ranch in Florence Arizona, offers tons of amenities; Sport Courts, Pool and Splash Pad, Playgrounds and Tot Lots, and a K-8 neighborhood school. The 4 Bedroom home has a big, open greatroom with beautiful kitchen cabinets and granite countertops, dining nook and sliding doors to… Read More
It never ceases to impress me that police officers are willing to lay their lives on the line every day. These heroic men and women are acutely aware that even an ordinary domestic call or routine traffic stop could be deadly. They know the risks, and yet it’s the career they’ve chosen and they leave… Read More
Gilbert Arizona has collected more than a few “best cities” designations over the years, which probably accounts for the constant influx of people relocating here to the East Valley. Among Gilbert’s more significant awards are Best Cities for Early Retirement, Best City to Raise a Family, Smart Cities North America Finalist and for two years… Read More
Nothing is truer than the cliched catchphrase”Real Estate is all about location, location, location”. And in no case is this more valid than when you’re investing in rental properties. Some states, regions and even specific neighborhoods are more ‘rentable’ than others and before you drop even a dime on a downpayment you need to know… Read More
Using your retirement account to purchase a home isn’t for everyone, but there are other ways to invest in Real Estate if you already own your home or you’re not quite ready to buy a property outright. Consider the Real Estate IRA. What is a Real Estate IRA? It is a self-directed retirement account that you can… Read More
Rising rents are making it more and more difficult for hopeful home buyers to save enough money for a downpayment and closing costs. Home ownership has a mountain of advantages, not the least of which is the ability to build equity while establishing stability for you and your family. While your investment appreciates, homeowners can… Read More
