This video has some great advice including insurance for your move and a visit to www.protectyourmove.gov. A few additional tips from someone who’s been there a few times: Pack valuables in advance and carry them with you, as well as very fragile items or those irreplaceable things with sentimental value. Home Buyer’s Frequently Asked Questions Home… Read More
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History for Sale: Michelangelo’s 16th Century Tuscan Home
Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simoni’s products range from sculptures to painting, poetry, engineering and architectural design, through the refinement of the High Renaissance and into the artistic age of Mannerism. He is considered by many to be the greatest artist of all time, and a major influence for Western Art. In 1549 at the age… Read More
Gifting a Toy This Year? 6 Safety Tips
Over 1.5 billion toys and games sold in the United States are purchased during the holidays—but many, unfortunately, present safety hazards to children. If you’re planning to gift a toy or game to a child this season, keep in mind the guidelines recommended by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Magnets, for instance, can… Read More
Video – Welcoming an Aging Parent
It is not uncommon for two or more generations of a family to live together. Indeed, builders have anticipated this and are designing more properties with in-law apartments, guest homes and casitas, private suites. There a number of details that can make the transition from being independent to cohabitating a lot easier and more comfortable… Read More
Credit Scores on Closed Loans Continue to Drop: Report
Your credit score can mean so much more than a great interest rate. Insurance companies and even employers may access your credit score. Credit scores on closed loans continued to fall to their lowest levels since Ellie Mae began reporting data in August 2011, according to the latest Origination Insight Report released by Ellie Mae®,… Read More
We Express our gratitude to teachers all over the country this Thank You Thursday
Earlier this month we closed another home through the AZVHV Heroes Home Advantage Program. This particular transaction happened to be a Teacher. Paul Saggau is a Teacher for Special Needs children, U.S. Marine Veteran and a remarkably dedicated man. He squeezed in evening showings, and even made himself available for a 6:30am signing so that… Read More
Video – Home repair hacks that really work
Fun and informative, a rare combination! Tennis balls are for more than playing catch with the dog. MLS Property Search Set Up a Custom Search
Existing-Home Sales on Track for Further Expansion in 2016
Following the housing market’s best year since the recession, existing-home sales are expected to increase in 2016 at a moderate pace; although affordability pressures from inventory shortages and rising mortgage rates could slow the potential for even stronger sales momentum, according to an economic forecast forum held last week at the 2015 REALTORS® Conference &… Read More
Turned Down for a Mortgage? Read This before Reapplying
Turned down for a mortgage? You’re not alone. Many borrowers are finding it difficult to navigate lending requirements and reapply for a loan to buy a home, despite significant improvement in the housing market. If your mortgage application was rejected, take heart. Mike Sullivan, director of education for Take Charge America, a national nonprofit credit… Read More
Gilbert Fast 15 – Sunday
Gilbert Fast 15. Sunday, November 13, 2015 – The 15 newest homes for sale in Gilbert, Arizona. The first property on the list, 734 N Corrine Drive is exceptionally lovely with dramatic brick fireplace, Travertine flooring, vaulted and coffered ceilings. An amazing back yard features a huge covered and extended patio, awesome pool and rock… Read More