Now is the time! Even here in Arizona we’ve been warned. Residents North of Flagstaff and along our Eastern border with New Mexico, have already seen a snowstorm, unseasonable weather and short-lived to be certain, but a playful reminder that weather anywhere can turn on a dime. How often do we think about turning on… Read More
Fall is the ideal time of year to clean and inspect appliances. Start by cleansing the interior of appliances thoroughly then examine them carefully for damage and/or deterioration. September and October are historically the best months to purchase new appliances as manufacturers are releasing new models and retailers are eager to move current inventory. Parts… Read More
Fall in central Arizona is like Spring cleaning season anywhere else, it’s when we finally breath and refresh, get out in the yard and plant new things, spruce everything up after a long summer of avoiding the outdoors. October is the first of our eight months of perfect weather. We do still check the heating… Read More
Using credit responsibly is an integral part of your personal finance. Not only is credit a key factor in securing a mortgage when buying a home, vehicle or other major purchase, landlords and property managers invariably look at credit before approving new renters, as do insurers, utility companies and employers. It’s not always easy to… Read More
Buying a home together has long been an economical solution for singles and couples alike. There’s the obvious financial upside, but there are also social, eco, safety and security benefits. Co-Living has grown in popularity in the past decade among people in all age groups. But according to a study sponsored by AARP, the Boomer… Read More
Though the luxury housing market nationwide has experienced a resurgence in the past year, an article written by Inman News and re-posted on the WFG Title Company blog describes a recent rise in inventory within the luxury market, which in many cases has resulted in a noticeable slowdown of price increases and a general loss… Read More
Home Sellers should be aware, that as home updates go, none may be more valuable than an updated bathroom. Home Buyers commonly look for quality upgrades in both kitchens and baths, but not necessarily expensive, just modern, attractive and functional. Spa-like baths and luxurious touches can go along way to getting a home sold quickly,… Read More
Gone are the days of the guaranteed 30-day closing. Though not impossible, in light of tighter mortgage regulation a 30-day closing is no longer the norm. Realistically you’re probably looking at 45 days from contract to close, and that’s without additional contingencies. Even with this extended contract period there are a number of things that… Read More
If you’ve never bought or sold a home, chances are you have a preconceived notion of what real estate agents are all about. Even if you have had experience working with an agent, you may have formed a mistaken impression of the profession as a whole. Are you aware of exactly what your agent should… Read More
I might venture a guess that better than half of all home buyers, and a great majority of first-time buyers, choose an FHA mortgage. Home loans come in a variety of flavors but the FHA loan, insured by the Federal Housing Administration, offers benefits not found in most other options, not the least of which… Read More
