Agents and Appraisers Express Concern Over FHA Appraisal Policies– I’d be curious to hear what your experience has been. I am absolutely one of the people who has expressed misgivings about a recent FHA appraisal or three, including accuracy, inflexibility and the snail’s pace. I don’t exactly find any of this surprising, just disappointing and… Read More
Celeb Status: Move into This Hollywood Home– This Gregory Ain creation is as relevant now as when it was imagined in 1953. Sleek and contemporary, this home would fit right into the desert landscape here in Arizona equally as well as it does in Hollywood. ~Bill By Zoe Eisenberg This 7-bedroom, 9-bathroom home located in… Read More
Thank You Thursday recognizes a handful of Veterans in Venice, California. I found the story as disturbing as it was inspiring. Dozens of Veterans showed up to restore a Vietnam Memorial in Venice, CA in time for Memorial Day. Sadly it was necessary because the memorial had been vandalized with graffiti the night before. The… Read More
Great advice in the article below. Efficient HVAC is indeed the number one concern here in the Greater Phoenix Area. The roof is clearly next whether you have a shingle roof or tile, as our hot sun can really bake the underlayment and flashing. Not mentioned below but still a major consideration in most parts… Read More
A lot of folks will be taking down and packing away their flags until the July 4th weekend. Do you know the proper and respectful way to store your American Flag? Or perhaps your flag needs to be stored for an indefinite period of time. Aging flags often become heirlooms and keepsakes that need to… Read More
The lives of the Millennial generation are mellowing, and so is their taste in housing. Though the data below indicates that Millennials are moving to more suburban areas, I think you’ll agree that close proximity to the city experience and amenities still has significant value. Community pools and sports courts, entertainment and fitness venues, access… Read More
I know everyone is probably sick of hearing it, but no matter where you live or when you sell, the key to getting the most for your home in the shortest amount of time is accurate pricing. Especially now, when appraisers seem to be overly cautious and home buyers are more savvy than ever before…. Read More
The average list price for homes in Gilbert is up slightly this week, from 407,826 last week, to 413,346 for the week ending May 26, 2016. See the complete Gilbert, Arizona Real Estate Market Update Report here. * Real Estate Market Update Reports courtesy of Greystone Title Agency Thinking about buying a brand new home?… Read More
Demand is down this week but so is inventory, keeping Chandler in the Seller’s Market mode. You can see the complete Real Estate Market Update Report for Chandler, Arizona, week ending May 26, 2016. * Real Estate Market Update Reports courtesy of Greystone Title Agency What would be the best Phoenix area city for you?… Read More
It takes a lot to bring tears to my eyes but a recent letter from an Army Vet did just that when he wrote in his Thank You note, “These great people saved my life”. This is a very special Thank You Thursday to Landmark Home Foundation, Joe Duffin, and Sun Tech A/C We do… Read More
