Batman V Superman, Best Cities, Worst Cities - Bill Salvatore, Realty Excellence East Valley - Arizona Elite Properties - 602-999-0952

While Batman Vs Superman, we Determine the Best Cities for Supervillains

And the Best Cities for Supervillains Are? Have you ever wondered what it would be like if a supervillain set up shop in your city? Would a superhero be happy to patrol your city’s skyline? And just how on earth would your neighborhood bounce back after an epic clash of superhuman strength and dastardly deeds?… Read More

houseplant, plant, leaves - Bill Salvatore, Realty Excellence East Valley - Arizona Elite Properties

10 Houseplants That Can Actually Improve Your Health

10 Houseplants That Can Actually Improve Your Health. Our backyard is known for what we like to call our ‘No-Kill Cactus Shelter’ but inside our house is not nearly as flora friendly, in fact we have only one houseplant that we’ve managed to keep alive for any length of time. Maybe we should try a… Read More

Real Estate Market Statistics graphic, Arizona Real Estate Market Recovery - Bill Salvatore, Realty Excellence East Valley - Arizona Elite Properties

Chandler, Arizona average price per square foot remains the same as ‘Days-on-Market’ decreases

There was a slight decrease in the average Days-on-Market stats for Chandler this week. See the complete Chandler, AZ Real Estate Market Update Report for week ending April 4, 2016 here. Gilbert’s Days-on-Market and price per square foot both saw a small increase this past week. See the complete Gilbert, AZ Real Estate Market Update… Read More

ThankYouThursday, K9s for Warriors, service dogs for PTSD - Bill Salvatore, Realty Excellence East Valley - Arizona Elite Properties - 602-999-0952

K9s for Warriors gets our vote for Thank You Thursday

I recently read a fantastic National Geographic article online. It lead me to the K9s for Warriors website where I was thoroughly impressed. I’ve been following K9s for Warriors on Facebook for quite some time. Befitting its name, the organization provides service dogs to Veterans and active duty military personnel with PTSD and traumatic injury…. Read More

natural cleaning, home made cleaning, vinegar - Bill Salvatore, Realty Excellence East Valley - Arizona Elite Properties

10 Money-Wasting Habits You Can Ditch

There are some helpful tips in the article below, and you don’t need to be a penny pincher to find this advice useful. We recently tested the theory that ‘fees’ tacked on to regular monthly bill are negotiable… they are! And as for generics, we’ve found some store brands (I won’t name names but their… Read More

Real Estate Market Statistics graphic, Arizona Real Estate Market Recovery - Bill Salvatore, Realty Excellence East Valley - Arizona Elite Properties

The Comeback Continues: U.S Housing Market On the Rise. Where does your state stand?

I never thought of the word ‘normal’ as comforting before. But as it applies to today’s Real Estate market, ‘normal’ is a virtual security blanket for Realtors, home sellers and buyers alike. The statistics in the article below illustrate a Real Estate market that can easily be called normal, maybe even healthy. For comparison’s sake,… Read More

Rent vs Buy, Rent or Buy - Bill Salvatore, Realty Excellence East Valley - Arizona Elite Properties

Video: Buying Beats Renting in More Than Half of Markets

Note from Bill: Regulations for buying a home after a financial event; short sale, foreclosure or bankruptcy, could be changing for the better! Call me for the latest information. You might be pleasantly surprised. Video: Buying Beats Renting in More Than Half of Markets This is definitely the case, at least right here, right now…. Read More

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The Importance of the Title Commitment to a Smooth Closing

A document that few people pay attention to, can make or break your home purchase or sale. The Title Company often seems incidental to your real estate transaction but the role they play is critical. Other than that great kitchen or that sparkling pool, do you know exactly what you’re buying? The Title Company does… Read More

row houses, urban renewal, gentrification - Bill Salvatore, Realty Excellence East Valley - Arizona Elite Properties

Gentrification: How to Identify Promising Markets

We’ve seen this happening in and around some of the older communities in the Phoenix area lately-urban renewal; small businesses incorporated into residential neighborhoods, the tearing down and rebuilding of older homes, new construction popping up on long-vacant lots, entire blocks being renovated. It’s working well in other major cities. There is controversy here however…. Read More

LA Luxury Home Exterior - Scottsdale, North Phoenix, Cave Creek - Bill Salvatore, Realty Excellence East Valley - Arizona Elite Properties

Great Spaces: Hollywood Home Offers Panoramic Views

Wow, what an amazing property! Set into a hillside overlooking LA, this home’s design is as polished as its location. Sadly, this one sold recently. Where might you find a similar home in Arizona? Scottsdale, North Phoenix and Cave Creek all offer rolling terrain where you might discover a bluff-dwelling residence with gorgeous views. Call… Read More