TV History for Sale in Texas: The ‘Dallas’ Mansion

When the TV show “Dallas” premiered, it was was a model of innovation. The first in a soon-to-follow flood of nighttime soap operas, “Dallas” was greedy, promiscuous, raucous drama at it’s finest. The show was famous for highly effective execution of the “cliff-hanger”, and the first to successfully feature a year-long dream sequence. America was… Read More

Famous Encino, Calif. Home Hops on the Market

Home to fictitious characters from 24, CSI and Beverly Hills 90210, this 1939 classic is now sleek and contemporary… and For Sale! The grounds alone are impressive but wouldn’t you really love to see this home? Fictional Residents, Real Estate, Famous Encino, Calif. Home on the Market By Zoe Eisenberg Fans of the Fox show… Read More

Stone faced luxury home, curb appeal, high-end real estate - Bill Salvatore - Arizona Elite Properties 602-999-0952

Selling a Luxury Property? 5 Things to Consider

The Luxury market is indeed an entirely different animal. Timing, pricing, expectations, marketing and exposure, even showings must be customized. Luxury home buyers have the ‘luxury’ so to speak, of polar opposite alternatives… being super selective or offhandedly dismissive. Allow me to explain. You might conclude that all Luxury Home Buyers can afford, and so… Read More

Hearst Mansion with pool in foreground

Hearst Compound, One of Two Uber-Listings On the Market Right Now

This Beverly Hills (home?) is luxury and elegance taken to the extreme! Parts of this compound have been background scenes for acclaimed movies. It was once the home of mega-publisher William Randolph Hearst. It also served as a campaign headquarters for John F. Kennedy. This compound’s history alone is worth millions. Hearst Compound, One of… Read More

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Historic South Western Presidential Retreat, Rancho de la Osa Hits Auction

I’ve never been to Sasabe, Arizona but apparently several U.S. Presidents have. Sasabe is located on Arizona’s southern border with Mexico, west of Patagonia (a charming, quirky little desert town famous for it’s nature and bird preserve) and on the Southwestern edge of the Coronado National Forest. Though not heavily traveled, there is a border… Read More

Christie Brinkley's home for sale, aerial view of mansion among trees

Christie Brinkley’s Bridgehampton Home Hits the Market… Again

Christie Brinkley’s Bridgehampton Home Hits the Market… Again As uber-luxury properties go, this is one of the more ‘homey’ estates. The property is called ‘Tower Hill’ and the observation tower is probably its most distinguishing feature. But for 29.5M you expect a bit more, right? This amazing property does not disappoint. Set on 20 delightfully… Read More

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Mesa Fast 15 Takes You to the Country Club

Mesa Fast 15 Takes You to the Country Club. The very first property on our Fast 15 list, fifteen of the newest homes for sale in Mesa, Arizona, is a beautifully remodeled home on the golf course at Mesa Country Club. The exterior is all contemporary angles, while the interior is warm and inviting; Travertine… Read More

Open Concept Home, Open Floor Plan, Contemporary Interior

Video: Staging Secrets of Model Homes

Video: Staging Secrets of Model Homes. You’re living in your home while it’s on the market. You may feel that only empty homes need staging, but there are some small, subtle changes that will have a big impact on how your home appears to Home Buyers. Look around… If a buyer had the choice between… Read More

Hardwood Flooring in Mesa Home for Sale

Hardwood Floors Top Wish Lists When Searching for Dream Home

Hardwood floors may be on Home Buyer’s wish lists nationwide, and true, they are a very desirable feature. But I’ve gotta say that here in Arizona, this time of year and in fact all year-round, a great pool is numero uno on most Buyer’s agendas. Not surprisingly, Arizona tops all other states in “Pools and… Read More

Spa-like Bathroom, beautiful luxury bathroom, neutral colors

Video: Tips for Creating a Spa-Like Bathroom

Video: Tips for Creating a Spa-Like Bathroom – Spa-like baths have recently transitioned from a luxury to a standard feature. In most New Construction homes you’ll find at least one. May people are remodeling their master bath or guest bathrooms to incorporate the spa-like atmosphere. This video highlights some quick, easy and inexpensive ways to… Read More