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One Attraction of Natural Stone, it’s Easy to Maintain

One Attraction of Natural Stone, it’s Easy to Maintain We see natural stone accents everywhere, and though countertops and flooring are by far the most popular uses,  fireplaces, showers and tub surrounds, kick-boards and window ledges are also common. Natural stone is both beautiful and durable but there are a few steps you should take… Read More

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Infographic: 12 Home Decor and Design Trends You Might Not Know About

Infographic: 12 Home Decor and Design Trends You Might Not Know About It’s interesting how quickly a design trend will take hold. Several of the design and decor features in the infographic below are even on the brink of becoming a craze. I can’t tell you how many sheds I’ve encountered with elaborately finished interiors,… Read More

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New Study Examines Housing Affordability Indexes

New Study Examines Housing Affordability Indexes. This study is fascinating. There’s a like to the complete study at the bottom of this post if you’re interested in this kind of thing. According to all the affordability indicators I’ve studies over the past month or so, Arizona falls just about dead-center for affordable housing in the… Read More

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Smart People are Choosing Smart Homes

…a smart home is at the top of many people’s wish list whether building a home or buying an existing property. That makes technology an intelligent investment when remodeling. Thinking of buying a New Construction home? Choose high tech now. It’s much easier and less expensive…

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Builder Confidence Rises Two Points in June. Is a New Construction Home Right for You?

After holding steady for the past four months, builder confidence in the market for newly constructed single-family homes rose two points in June to a level of 60 on the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI). This is the highest reading since January 2016. “Builders in many markets across the nation… Read More

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Hardwood Floors Top Wish Lists When Searching for Dream Home

Hardwood floors may be on Home Buyer’s wish lists nationwide, and true, they are a very desirable feature. But I’ve gotta say that here in Arizona, this time of year and in fact all year-round, a great pool is numero uno on most Buyer’s agendas. Not surprisingly, Arizona tops all other states in “Pools and… Read More

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Gilbert, AZ Real Estate Market Report – Inventory sufficiently low to keep us in a Sellers Market

Gilbert, AZ Real Estate Market Report – Inventory sufficiently low to keep us in a Sellers Market. Read the complete Gilbert, Arizona Real Estate Market Update Report or download the PDF, for week ending June 20, 2016. *Real Estate Market Update Report courtesy of Greystone Title Agency What’s My Home Worth? MLS Property Search Set… Read More

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Video: Tips for Creating a Spa-Like Bathroom

Video: Tips for Creating a Spa-Like Bathroom – Spa-like baths have recently transitioned from a luxury to a standard feature. In most New Construction homes you’ll find at least one. May people are remodeling their master bath or guest bathrooms to incorporate the spa-like atmosphere. This video highlights some quick, easy and inexpensive ways to… Read More

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Gilbert, Arizona home prices take a small jump.

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

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Selling Your Home? 6 Staging Secrets of Model Homes

Beyond the usual advice like removing all personal photos, keeping the beds made and dishes out of the sink, there are a few small details that can really help with staging your home for a quick sale. In addition to esthetics discussed in the article below, there are also some safety tips that I always… Read More