Scottsdale Fast 15 is Always Interesting Scottsdale, Arizona may have the widest array of residential properties in the Greater Phoenix Metro area. #8 on today’s list of Scottsdale’s newest homes for sale is 9855 N 87th Way. Built in 1981, the 3842 square foot, 4 Bedroom home has tons of character; vaulted ceilings, arched doorways,… Read More
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By Popular Demand, Fast 15 is Back!
Today’s Fast 15 Features Gilbert AZ‘s 15 newest homes for sale. Of the 15 newest homes for sale in Gilbert, Arizona for 8/23/16, our pick for ‘New Listing of the Day’ is 21805 S 158TH ST. The single-level home sits on over an acre and has beautiful and durable wood-grain tile flooring, a fantastic stone… Read More
Video: Should You Rent Out Your Home?
In addition to the good advice in the video below, there are other considerations when you are renting out your home. You’ll need to inform your insurance company that the home is now a rental. Be sure that you can pass on the additional cost of insurance in the monthly rental fee. You are also… Read More
Low Inventory Dictates Direction of Real Estate Market in the Phoenix Valley
The inventory of homes for sale in the Greater Phoenix Valley is paralleling a similarly reduced demand, resulting in a static resale market. Not really surprising considering the beginning of the new school year. If history is a predictor, the real estate market will pick up briefly before the holidays and resume ‘normal’ activity sometime… Read More
Video: Staging Secrets of Model Homes
Video: Staging Secrets of Model Homes. You’re living in your home while it’s on the market. You may feel that only empty homes need staging, but there are some small, subtle changes that will have a big impact on how your home appears to Home Buyers. Look around… If a buyer had the choice between… Read More
Eco-friendly Kitchen Features That Won’t Break the Bank
Eco-friendly Kitchen Features That Won’t Break the Bank. I’m all for eco-friendly options when remodeling or updating. Depending on the age of your home and its original construction, a small change can make a huge difference in energy consumption. Some accessories like a smart thermostat might seem like a significant initial investment, but over the… Read More
New Buy vs. Rent Index Shows U.S. Housing Market Moving Deeper into Buy Territory
New Buy vs. Rent Index Shows U.S. Housing Market Moving Deeper into Buy Territory According to the statistics below, most of the country is well beyond the break-even point when it comes to renting vs buying a home. In all but two major cities, it is now far more financially sensible to buy. The latest… Read More
Video: Staying or Selling, Interior Design Ideas
Video: Staying or Selling, Interior Design Ideas. By now, everyone is fully aware that design choices can make or break your home’s investment value. You my love your quirky style. But when it comes to selling your home, those unique touches may just narrow your field of buyers. There are however, a few things you… Read More
Thank You Thursday applauds the Moli-sani Project and 23,366 Italians
Could there be better news? Certainly not for me. IRCCS (Istituto Neurologico Mediterraneo Neuromed) of Italy has determined, in a study of 23,366 Italians consuming a Mediterranean diet that included pasta, that PASTA DOES NOT MAKE YOU FAT! As a matter of fact if I’m reading this right, pasta may actually be beneficial to your… Read More
5 Misconceptions About Composite Decking
5 Misconceptions About Composite Decking (Family Features)—Composite decking has been an option for homeowners for over 20 years—yet misconceptions about it still exist. Decking and railing brand Trex Company and HGTV’s “Decked Out” stars Paul Lafrance and Kate Campbell debunk the most common composite myths below. Myth #1: Composite decking looks unnatural. “Composite decking has… Read More