Not every retiree feels the need or desire to change their living arrangements but when and if you do, you have a considerable number of great alternatives. Active Adult and 55+ neighborhoods are popping up all over, with housing choices ranging from single family homes to seasonal mobiles and casita-style residences. Assisted living communities offer… Read More
Our new ‘The Home Series’ covers everything from maintenance tips, repairs, design and decorating, organization, to buying and selling a house, and so much more – but really just about the way we all live in our homes. — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Surprising… Read More
(See Open House Info Below) It goes without saying, that Gold Canyon, with its stunning views and unsurpassed opportunity for outdoor activities, would naturally attract vacationers and second home buyers. Hiking and Biking are minutes away. It’s a short drive to 3 golf courses. Magnificent mountains and striking desert landscape surround you and yet it’s… Read More
Just 3 years old, this 4 bedroom, 2 bath home with desirable North/South exposure, is the best value in the Magma Ranch community. The greatroom is open and bright with large, neutral tile flooring and sliding doors to a covered patio and big back yard. There’s plenty of stylish, dark kitchen cabinets, an island with… Read More
The all-white kitchen may be on its way out but a white kitchen with character is still very much in vogue. The sleek and calming visual of monochromatic in in any hue has been a key design element in contemporary kitchens. You can easily keep that clean, polished look while remaining trendy, by breaking up the… Read More
The two most important elements of a home inspection, and the ones most often called out by home inspectors, are the roof and the HVAC system. These are also probably the two most expensive items to fix. I’m always reassured when either or both of these are new, but more often they are not. Home… Read More
Home redesign and remodeling has exploded during this extended era of ‘shelter at home’. And because we have a bit more time on our hands to consider some of the more daunting projects, changing out flooring has emerged as the latest home improvement trend. It’s long been established that hardwood flooring adds value so it’s… Read More
The purchase of a new home is really big deal. The sale of your home carries both financial and emotional weight. But how much thought have you given to the actual act of moving? For instance, have you considered the best way to label your boxes for the most convenient and efficient unpacking? How big… Read More
The Greater Phoenix Valley has not quite reached the frenetic pace of Realtor.com’s Top 10 Cities Selling Above Asking Price, but we could be getting close. I rather hope not. I’m not sure activity in our market could be defined as ‘Bidding Wars’ yet. Multiple offers in the East Valley are common in lower price… Read More
If you’ve never flipped a house before there are probably hundreds of things you should be aware of. But let’s assume you’ve done your research, you know a sharp Real Estate agent to help you find the right home, and you’ve got some contractor skills to help you overhaul it. All these things would give… Read More
