Home buyers are frequently surprised to learn that they need to have a title insurance policy in place in order to close on their home loan. In fact, if you’re using a mortgage to buy your home, a lender’s title insurance policy will be required. In addition to protecting the mortgage company, home buyers should… Read More
A recent piece originally posted by Phoenix Business Journal, cites home builder’s lack of confidence in move-up buyers as strong motivation behind the latest construction movement toward ‘affordable’ housing. Builders are noticing that more young families and first-time home buyers are expressing an interest in purchasing New Construction homes. — Check out our New Construction… Read More
I’ve worked with a number of superb builders in the Phoenix Valley area. I’ve also worked with a few who were far less impressive, the majority of whom are no longer in business. I make a practice of becoming familiar with as many of the local builders as I can, and have had a genuinely… Read More
When I bought my first home, the fad at the time was to purchase a fixer-upper at a good price then rehab it to death building ‘sweat-equity’ right away and increased value over time. But the fascination with finding a bargain seems to have lost its cache. I’m thinking that homes in need of TLC… Read More
Like new, just 2 years old with valuable upgrades! Beautiful Queen Creek home, well cared for and set on a nicely manicured corner lot. Don’t have the time or patience to wait for new construction? This 3 bedroom treasure might be just what you’re looking for! — VIDEO TOUR — – Find Out More About… Read More
How much money will I save buying an ‘energy efficient’ home? Sorry, I don’t think anyone can tell you that with any accuracy. The numbers I’ve seen among my client’s results are all over the map, and energy saving features range from a few appliances to every system in a whole house. Green Homes seem… Read More
Selena Gomez’s Fort Worth, Texas home, admittedly quite an investment, could be yours. At 10,016 square feet it is massive, chic and eclectic, tastefully elegant, and with endless luxury amenities it is undeniably livable… it’s also for sale! We occasionally enjoy featuring luxury properties from other locations throughout the country. Although some of these residences might… Read More
What is the forecast for New Construction housing in 2018? The holiday season drop-off notwithstanding, builders recorded a robust close to 2017 and New Construction is seeing its strongest growth in a decade. Some financing regulations have been relaxed and builder confidence is rising. A statement from chief economist for the National Association of Realtors… Read More
Buying a New Construction Home? Consider These Upgrades. Whether you’re building or buying a New Construction home, there’s great advice in the video below. But I would add a few climate specific details for folks here in Arizona. Good quality windows are a must! Energy costs soar in the sizzling Arizona Summers. In addition to… Read More
Plan to Wait for New Construction Homes, Where and Why. Residential new build homes are not exactly flying off the shelf lately. It’s not because people aren’t buying brand new homes, quite the opposite. As a matter of fact, Phoenix AZ alone forecasts nearly 30,000 new home permits by the end of 2017. That doesn’t… Read More
