New Construction Permits Up After a Slow Start in 2017 Home-building overall stalled in January, but more permits indicate construction will pick up in the months ahead. Single-family construction rose 1.9 percent in January to a rate of 823,000, up from 808,000 in December, according to the U.S. Census Bureau and the Department of Housing… Read More
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Price Check: Housing Affordability Still Positive
Price Check: Housing Affordability Still Positive All of the cities on the ‘least affordable list below’ are located in California. This is not news, California as a whole has always lead the pack in rising home prices. The report and complete Index Listings are available here. In Arizona, Siera Vista and Tucson rank fairly high… Read More
8 steps to guarantee that your location will suit your lifestyle.
You might think that when you make the decision to become a Home Owner, your first logical step might be to shop for a home. After all, that is the fun part, right? Actually, home shopping should be your third step. Imagine finding exactly the home you’re looking for, then being told that it’s way… Read More
Know Before You Buy: A Guide to Multi-Unit Developments
Know Before You Buy: A Guide to Multi-Unit Developments Townhomes, Condominiums and Planned Unit Developments were at one time very popular among first-time buyers. That’s a thing of the past. The issue with multi-unit developments is not with the development itself, but with current financing regulations. During the Real Estate down-turn, FHA financing tightened on… Read More
Discovered: Geographical Sweet Spots for Homeownership
The article below mentions what I believe is the biggest obstacle renters encounter when thinking about buying a home… down payment. Here in Arizona there are several fantastic options for down payment assistance, sometimes covering the whole thing. There’s also the zero down VA loan for Veterans or Active Military members. Combine any of these… Read More
Tim McGraw is giving away 36 mortgage-free homes to Veterans – Video
Tim McGraw thanks our Veterans, and we thank Tim McGraw… a great man with a humble purpose. LOS ANGELES, (UPI) — Country music star Tim McGraw is working with Operation Homefront and Chase to give mortgage-free homes to 36 veterans this summer. During the three years that McGraw has collaborated with the organization and bank,… Read More
Do you need an agent when you buy a New Construction home?
I’m not sure why you would even consider buying New Construction without an agent to represent you. There are so many questions that will not be answered by anyone else. Who is negotiating on your behalf? Is the price fair? Are there incentives that might be overlooked? In comparison, what are other builders doing, where,… Read More
Thank You for just being you.
I always feel thankful when I can take the “big check” to a signing. All closings are exciting, happy events but I’m especially excited when I get to say a special Thank You to my client, “Thank You for your service and Thank You for just being you.” I was able to thank two heroes… Read More
9 Freebies and Discounts for Nurses during National Nurses Week
Businesses nationwide are recognizing nurses this week. Here are just a few of the well deserved ‘Thank you’s Nurses have coming this week. Oh, and don’t forget… we honor Nurses every day, with cash back at closing on the purchase or sale of your home. Check out AZVHV Heroes Home Advantage. Details can be found… Read More
14 Freebies and Deals for Teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week!
FREE Access to Sea World Florida 15% off at Aerosoles 15% Discount at J.Crew Ann Taylor is offering 15% off Free Breakfast at McDonalds and Free McCafe with any purchase Chick-Fil-A – Various items at various times. Check your local store. Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf – Any regular size beverage only $2 Rocky Mountain… Read More