A quote from Forbes.com goes like this, “Arizona was absolutely hammered during the financial crisis of the late 2000s”. They aren’t wrong. I seems, at least to us here in the Phoenix area, that every time there was bad news in 2008 to 20012, every time the country’s housing statistics dropped, Phoenix numbers were worse…. Read More
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Buying a Home? Remember the Important Details – Video
A quick video with some very important tips on buying a home. From Seller’s Disclosures and Home Inspections to taxes and easements. A special note about here in Arizona: It’s fair to say that most properties are located within an HOA. Home Owners Associations can allow or restrict so many different things including the color… Read More
3 Ways to Avoid Sabotaging Your Credit Score
There’s lots of great advice in the video below. Your credit matters, and not just when you’re buying a home. Your credit score can also affect Insurance rates, job opportunities, and major purchases like a car or furniture. If you are thinking of buying a home there are a couple other points relating to your… Read More
Video: 5 Must Haves for a Smarter Home
It’s amazing how much the price of Smart Home technology has dropped. Even security cameras are ridiculously affordable, and virtually everything can be controlled from your smartphone. Nice! Smart Home Home Buyer’s Frequently Asked Questions. Home Sellers Frequently Asked Questions.
Great Spaces: Historic Litchfield County, Connecticut Estate Up for Auction
Sheldon Good & Company Luxury Real Estate, a New York-based luxury real estate auction firm, has announced the offering of Moss Hill, a historic country estate located at 165 Litchfield Road in Norfolk, Conn. Built in 1903, the Tudor-style residence was designed by New York-based architect Alfredo Taylor, who designed many local homes in the… Read More
Teachers Can Afford More Homes in L.A. Than in Salt Lake City
Teachers budgeting the historical norm for housing will have an easier time finding a home in some parts of California than in Salt Lake City or Portland, Ore., according to new Zillow research. Homes are cheaper in the middle of the country, but wages are lower, too, and people who live there are accustomed to… Read More
A Thank You Thursday Nod to Charles Shultz
I was 11 when ‘It’s The Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown’ debuted on TV screens all over America. Most kids my age were already familiar with Charlie Brown and with Christmas specials of every kind, but this was the first special for my favorite holiday, Halloween! Back then shows were on one time, just one night,… Read More
When the Doorbell Rings, Americans Want X-ray Vision
Since the invention of the electric bell ringer in 1831, Americans have relished the benefits of the ever-present doorbell to let them know someone’s calling. A new nationwide survey shows that no matter how long we have doorbells as fixtures on front doors, we still have very strong and personal reactions to hearing them ring…. Read More
Video: How to Benefit from the VA Loan Program
Through my involvement with VAREP, Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals, I’ve learned a lot about the VA Loan recently. For instance, were you aware that there is a VA Rehab loan option for property that needs a little TLC? Take a quick peek at the video below and call me if you need information… Read More
Consumer Best Buys in October
October is a particularly great month to do your Real Estate shopping. Buyer competition is low and inventory is generally favorable. You’d likely be able to close before the holidays and Home Sellers would most certainly hope to do the same. In addition to October being a fantastic month to buy a home, there are… Read More