Basics Principles for Buying Investment Property

Investment home buyers have dropped off noticeably compared to years past, due in large part to the perception that home prices are artificially inflated and interest rates are high. But home prices seem to have stabilized at least for the time being, indicating that the surge in home prices may not be ‘artificial’ after all…. Read More

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Real Estate as Investment Part I: Finding it Hard to Save a Downpayment?

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

This is Your Ideal Vacation Home in Phoenix!

Gated Neighborhood HOA Maintained Front Yard             Low-Maintenance Back Yard Association Pools and Play Areas Short drive to downtown Phoenix Minutes to South Mountain Preserve Close to Golf, Hiking & Biking, Museums, Pro Sports Venues, Casinos, Restaurants, Shopping and Services Convenient to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport Nearby Major Medical… Read More

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Own a Home? Go Low-Maintenance and Reclaim Your Free Time!

Every home owner knows that given the opportunity, owning a home can quickly eat up your free time. To make your space feel like your own and increase the value of your investment, homeowners need to perform periodic maintenance beyond the usual cleaning and tidying. From routine yard work, patching and small repairs all the… Read More

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A Cash Offer Might Look Good, But Here’s Why You Should Look Again

If you’re financially savvy at all, you’re well aware that buying a home is one of the most significant investments you’ll ever make. Initial outlay aside, you have maintenance costs, improvements and upgrade expenses to take into account. Depending on the price you paid, your expenditures and current market conditions, you may not be able… Read More

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Greener, Sustainable Homes- a Growing Trend

Interest in more Eco-Friendly homes has been trending for quite some time now, but never more this past year. A sustainable home is no longer something home buyers need to scour the market for, energy saving and recycled elements are widely available in all price ranges. Builders are constructing entire sustainable communities, and Realtors know… Read More

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Yes, Flipping Homes is Still a Thing But Is it Worth it?

In spite of rapidly increasing home prices… or maybe even because of… house flipping remains an attractive enterprise. Investors are continually on the hunt for that valuable opportunity. But flipping a house, or multiple houses, is never all fun and games. There is hard work and considerable financial outlay involved. You don’t always know what’s… Read More

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Saving hundreds of dollars a month might just clear up your Rent vs Buy dilemma- Get off the fence!

Are you planted firmly on the Rent vs Buy fence? That’s where my clients were. The dilemma they found themselves facing is a very common one. They’ve been renting a residence here in the Phoenix valley for several years. As rents were relentlessly increasing, they began to explore the possibility of buying a home. Home… Read More

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Everything Scottsdale Right Around the Corner

A Rare 1-Bedroom, Townhouse-Style Unit For Sale at Monterey Ridge Though construction is underway on phase II of Monterey Ridge Condominiums, they won’t be building anymore 1-Bedroom units. Lock and leave convenience makes this the ideal choice for your winter getaway, investment, golfers, shoppers, foodies and students. Walk or bike to theaters, restaurants, retail and… Read More