I always stress the importance of location, first and foremost, when purchasing a home. It is the one feature of any property that can not be changed. But in my experience, at least half of all home buyer’s focus is on the kitchen. The floor plan ranks right up there. Overall condition is always a… Read More
Real Estate
Identifying Key Title and Closing Issues Early Can Make or Break a Deal
I’ve had some personal experience with a botched title and I can tell you, it’s no party clearing it up. It took almost 2 years and over thousands of dollars in attorney fees before we were able to sell our home, and mind you, this was someone else’s error, not our own. When you’re buying… Read More
Report: America’s Boom Towns Revealed
It’s encouraging to see new construction again underway all around us. Formerly abandoned residential new build neighborhoods are actively selling and new retail is popping up everywhere. This is not only good for (more choices) but home owners as well (evidence of demand). Have you ever wondered what towns in the U.S. are currently booming?… Read More
Gilbert Real Estate Market is Booming!
All I can say is… WoW!! Everything about the Gilbert Real Estate market says “Hot”! Find the complete Gilbert Real Estate Market Update Report for the week ending 5/9/16, here. * Market Update Report courtesy of Greystone Title Agency — — — What’s My Home Worth? MLS Property Search Set Up a Custom Search More… Read More
Wondering about the local Real Estate market in Chandler, AZ?
Here’s everything you wanted to know in an easy to understand format! Complete Chandler Real Estate Market Update Report for the week ending May 9, 2016. * Market Update Report courtesy of Greystone Title Agency. — — — What would be the best Phoenix area city for you? Check new listings of homes for… Read More
Summer’s Coming: 5 HVAC Maintenance Tips
Maintaining your HVAC system throughout the year can spare you the inconvenience of a breakdown, especially during periods of extreme weather. “Homeowners need to have their heating and cooling equipment properly maintained to keep it running smoothly,” explains Stephen Yurek, president and CEO of the Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI). “Doing so will help… Read More
A Thank You Thursday to the Navajo-Hopi Observer
I have a few Google alerts set up to stay informed about Veteran related matters throughout the country. One of these searches is focused on Arizona Vets. More often than not the Navajo-Hopi Observer pops up in my results. The Navajo-Hopi Observer is a relatively small newspaper, but clearly one with a big heart. They… Read More
Simple Tips to Unclutter the Garage and Set the Stage for a Successful Sale
By Keith Loria When selling a home, staging is an important piece of the puzzle that can’t be overlooked. From the kitchen to the bedrooms and bathrooms, staging is a great way to make sure your home appeals to the masses. While staging spaces within your home is crucial, many sellers often neglect one important… Read More
Video: 3 Ultra Modern Fixtures for a Futuristic Bathroom
We’re big fans of smart home technology. Not only is it a lot of fun but there are tons of practical, energy conserving and money saving features that are easy to incorporate into your day-to-day life. As home technology matures it’s getting less expensive as well. In addition to the awesome ideas in the video… Read More
Housing Market to Retain Forward Motion, Freddie Mac Says
While recent data darkened the growth outlook for the first quarter, April data has experts predicting housing will maintain its momentum in 2016 and be an economic engine of growth. This insight comes from data recently released by Freddie Mac. The report shows that recent declines in mortgage rates have also boosted refinance potential. “We’ve… Read More