Not everyone is a pet person, but pet owners make up more than half of my home buyer or seller clients. Pet-friendly features in a home are in great demand. With the popularity of smart home innovations, pets are more comfortable and more easily accommodated than ever before. By Terri Engels The smart home revolution… Read More
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Stick to what you’re good at…
Unlike my tree trimming ability (it was a rough weekend and I do not want to talk about it), I have been up to something really rewarding. The video below, with the tongue-in-cheek title, Bill Speaks, contains the inside story about something that I’m very proud of. Oh, and note the Super Heroes band-aid… verification… Read More
Video: Is A Bridge Loan Right for You?
We don’t hear as much about Bridge Loans as we used to, and though they were nearly nonexistent for a while they seem to be creeping back into favor. A bridge loan may not be the most financially prudent option, interest rates are higher and the amount of time you will carry the loan is… Read More
6 Kitchen Splurges Worth the Price
I always stress the importance of location, first and foremost, when purchasing a home. It is the one feature of any property that can not be changed. But in my experience, at least half of all home buyer’s focus is on the kitchen. The floor plan ranks right up there. Overall condition is always a… Read More
Identifying Key Title and Closing Issues Early Can Make or Break a Deal
I’ve had some personal experience with a botched title and I can tell you, it’s no party clearing it up. It took almost 2 years and over thousands of dollars in attorney fees before we were able to sell our home, and mind you, this was someone else’s error, not our own. When you’re buying… Read More
Report: America’s Boom Towns Revealed
It’s encouraging to see new construction again underway all around us. Formerly abandoned residential new build neighborhoods are actively selling and new retail is popping up everywhere. This is not only good for (more choices) but home owners as well (evidence of demand). Have you ever wondered what towns in the U.S. are currently booming?… Read More
Gilbert Real Estate Market is Booming!
All I can say is… WoW!! Everything about the Gilbert Real Estate market says “Hot”! Find the complete Gilbert Real Estate Market Update Report for the week ending 5/9/16, here. * Market Update Report courtesy of Greystone Title Agency — — — What’s My Home Worth? MLS Property Search Set Up a Custom Search More… Read More
Wondering about the local Real Estate market in Chandler, AZ?
Here’s everything you wanted to know in an easy to understand format! Complete Chandler Real Estate Market Update Report for the week ending May 9, 2016. * Market Update Report courtesy of Greystone Title Agency. — — — What would be the best Phoenix area city for you? Check new listings of homes for… Read More
Summer’s Coming: 5 HVAC Maintenance Tips
Maintaining your HVAC system throughout the year can spare you the inconvenience of a breakdown, especially during periods of extreme weather. “Homeowners need to have their heating and cooling equipment properly maintained to keep it running smoothly,” explains Stephen Yurek, president and CEO of the Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI). “Doing so will help… Read More
A Thank You Thursday to the Navajo-Hopi Observer
I have a few Google alerts set up to stay informed about Veteran related matters throughout the country. One of these searches is focused on Arizona Vets. More often than not the Navajo-Hopi Observer pops up in my results. The Navajo-Hopi Observer is a relatively small newspaper, but clearly one with a big heart. They… Read More