Arizona Mother and Daughter raise funds for Veterans

(KFYI News) – A Tempe mother and daughter are riding their motorcycles across America for veterans. Laurie Enright recently retired from the Air National Guard with 29 years of service. She explained why veterans’ care is special to her and daughter Molly Michael, who recently graduated from ASU. “It’s close to my heart as a… Read More

Wonderful curb appeal - 19609 E Arrowhead Trail, Queen Creek, Arizona - Bill Salvatore, Realty Executives East Valley - 602-999-0952

Beautifully Remodeled 3 Bedroom Home with Private Pool

Scroll down to request additional information or a private showing Beautiful Home in Emperor Estates Home Three Bedrooms, Two Baths, Large Corner Lot! 19609 E Arrowhead Trail, Queen Creek, Arizona NEWLY REMODELED POOL! Safety-fenced, Pebble-Tec play pool with steps + water feature. Oversized corner lot is N/S oriented and borders greenspace with walking trail (no… Read More

How much should I offer? - Bill Salvatore, Realty Executives East Valley - 602-999-0952

Is now the right time to put my home on the market?

If you’re moving up, or downsizing, the answer is yes. Market conditions will place you in an advantageous purchasing position on your next home, that might even offset any compromise on the sale of your current home. If you’re transferring or relocating you often don’t have the leeway of deciding “when” so the trick here… Read More

Avoiding home insurance claims will keep your rates down.

Filing a claim can raise your homeowners insurance premiums. In some cases insurance companies can refuse to renew your policy. Use this To-Do list to make simple changes around your home that reduce your risk for some of the most common home hazards like fires, falls and water damage. Trim trees away from the house… Read More

Does your home need a humidifier, dehumidifier or both?

Whether or not you need a humidifier and/or a dehumidifier often depends on where you live, but not always. Seasons, allergies and even energy conservation can play a huge role in your decision. Whole-House Dehumidifiers Whole-house dehumidifiers help control and regulate the humidity throughout your house automatically by removing moisture from the air. They tend… Read More

New coating protects decks and outdoor surfaces better

If you’d rather salvage your old wooden deck rather than spring for the cost of a new one, you may want to consider trying one of the new super-thick 100 percent acrylic latex deck coatings designed specifically to restore, as well as refinish, weather-beaten wood. Recently introduced as a means of rescuing endangered surfaces of… Read More

Home Buyers, Home Inspections - Bill Salvatore, Realty Executives East Valley - 602-999-0952

Home Buyer Tips – Use Your Inspection Period Wisely

Look Left, Look Right, Then Look Again. Your contract to purchase a home contains a clause granting you a certain number of days for an inspection period. Did you think this meant your Home Inspection? That’s only one very small piece of the puzzle. The customary time period for inspections is 10 days and you… Read More

Send a Soldier a Smile, Card sending program for Military - Bill Salvaotre, Realty Executives East Valley - 602-999-0952

Warm the heart of a hero with the Send a Soldier a Smile Program

Send a Soldier a Smile Lynda and Mike Wooten, whose son was an Army Medic, began a little endeavor, sending Christmas cards to soldiers deployed overseas. It’s turning into a full-time occupation including Valentines Day cards and Girl Scout cookies, and holiday remembrances throughout the year. But Lynda and Mike are not slowing down. Each… Read More

young home buyers going over paperwork with their Realtor - Millennials buying homes - Bill Salvatore, Arizona Elite Properties 602-999-0952 - Arizona Real Estate

Some Practical Advice for First Time Home Buyers

Before you even begin, remove the words “overwhelming”, “complicated”, “exhausting”, “disappointing”, from your vocabulary. I do not believe in scare tactics and none of these things should be allowed to effect your home search. Having said that, owning a little nervousness is not only natural but probably a very healthy approach to a significant investment.There… Read More

Selling your home can feel very personal. It’s not.

It’s not personal. Your home is an investment. No matter how much you love your home, no matter how much sweat equity you have invested, it’s the actual cash equity that is going to mean something to you when all is said and done. Selling your home should be looked at as a business. Having… Read More