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What’s New in Homebuying: Multi-Generational Living

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

Are Privacy and Space the New ‘Open Floorplan’?

The face of home design is changing. In 2022, one of the most sought after features for home buyers is office space. While most children have returned to school full time, many families are still dealing with at least one adult working from home, oftentimes two, with the possibility of permanent remote employment. Combine that… Read More

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Recent Home Buying Trends Influenced by Remote Workers

Increased acceptance of working remotely has had an undeniable influence on home buying trends, here in Arizona and nationwide. Extra bedrooms or enclosed offices have replaced the open-air office spaces that decades ago gained favor with home buyer’s. People are moving farther out in the suburbs in order to afford additional space and more privacy…. 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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One Property, One Agent, One Listing… and All Those Home Buyers

In case you haven’t heard, this is a Sellers Market! (that was a joke-of course you’ve heard 🙂 ) More than just an inventory of basic amenities like number of bedrooms and baths, your listing description should pique the imagination of potential home buyers. Of course every home has a kitchen, but is yours sleek… Read More

4 Ways Home Buyers Can Find Top Quality Real Estate – YES Location Counts

Quality is a matter of value, not a reflection of price. What is valuable to you may mean little to the next home buyer. Top quality in Real Estate commonly refers to lifestyle, enjoyment and suitability. Does ‘home’ conform to and enhance the way we want to live our lives? Your home’s location will certainly… Read More