from Not Your Daddy’s Home Selling Tips on yourvalleyproperty.com Comfort and a Carrot Offer a Home Warranty. Home warranties have been around for a long time but they seem to have recently gained in popularity. I can tell you from experience that a good home warranty can be priceless. Most home warranty programs have an… Read More
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Be Aware, Be Very Aware
from A Heads-Up for Home Buyers on yourvalleyproperty.com Be Aware, Be Very Aware Scope out the territory in advance! Note market conditions before requesting seller concessions. Different market conditions favor different contract terms. In recovering from the infamous downturn, the market has bounced back and forth between the so called “seller’s market” and “buyer’s market”… Read More
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What’s the Deal on Reverse Mortgages?
You’ve seen the television commercials. A well-known actor sings the praises of reverse mortgages and promises fast debt relief if you agree to one. But what is a reverse mortgage? Do you qualify for one? When should homeowners consider a reverse mortgage? What Is a Reverse Mortgage? A reverse mortgage is a loan available to… Read More
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Man Caves and She Shacks, Your own personal retreat.
For a long time, the “man cave” held a singular position in the creation of private space in the home. It was erroneously believed that men were the only members of the family who needed a fortress of solitude. Things have changed, and today both men and women are looking for places to retreat in… Read More
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Patios, Decks and Yards – Enjoying Your Outdoor Living Space
Expanding your living space beyond the walls of your home can give you additional room and help you connect with the world around you. Here are some great ways you can decorate your outdoor spaces to make them inviting places to spend time. A conversation space: Covered spaces make a great outdoor conversation area. Use… Read More
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4 Steps to Plan for Early Retirement
If working a corporate job for the rest of your life sounds like your worst nightmare, you may want to consider arranging your finances in a way that can give you some freedom at a younger age. Many people love the idea of working until they’re over the age of 60, but if that thought… Read More
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Accessory Dwelling Units: What They Are and Why You Want One
An accessory dwelling unit, or ADU, is a secondary habitable structure on the same property as or connected to an existing home. It is smaller than the main house and provides auxiliary living opportunities on the property. Here in Arizona this may be called a casita, guest quarters or in-law apartment. The building and use… Read More
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Will You Owe Taxes on the Sale of Your Home?
I get asked this question all the time and I know the basics but I am not a tax expert. This is great information from Charles Schwab. The rise in home prices may have slowed in recent months, but many homeowners still saw healthy appreciation in 2014.1 For some, putting a property on the market… Read More
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Scottsdale Condo/Apartment Boom – Phx Business Journal
I’ve noticed a flurry of condo and apartment activity in Gilbert as well. Looks like the economy is truly back. Now we need FHA come around to reality. FHA regulations on condo lending are ridiculous! ~Bill June 24, 2015 by Mike Sunnucks Phoenix Business Journal More than 6,000 apartments and condominiums are under construction, in… Read More
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Auto insurers harm low income, older drivers by not factoring in mileage – Video
Is this true? Your credit score factors in to your car insurance rates, more than your driving record or driving habits? Seriously? Watch this news report. ~Bill a report by By Lindsey Reiser CBS5AZ CBS 5 – KPHO
