9 Ways to Share the Spirit of the Season—Starting From Home! The holiday season is upon us, and many of us have already begun to celebrate. From trimming trees to lighting candles, it’s the time of year to fill your homes (and hearts) with holiday joy. But there’s no need to stop at your front door. Let the spirit of the season radiate outward from your house into your community. Some … [Read more...]
Real Estate Relocation Guide: 7 Steps to a Seamless Move
Real Estate Relocation Guide: 7 Steps to a Seamless Move. Whatever your reasons are for relocating to a new area, the process can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, you’ll be changing more than your address. Besides a new house, you may also be searching for new jobs, schools, doctors, restaurants, stores, service providers and more. Of course you’ll … [Read more...]
Real Estate 2018: What to Expect
Real Estate 2018: What to Expect As we head into a new year, the most common question we receive is, “What’s the outlook for real estate in 2018?” It’s not just potential buyers and sellers who are curious; homeowners also want reassurance their home’s value is going up. The good news is that a strong U.S. economy, coupled with low unemployment rates, is expected to drive continued real estate … [Read more...]
20 Home Gadget Gift Ideas to Fit Any Budget
20 Home Gadget Gift Ideas to Fit Any Budget Looking for the perfect present for a loved one this holiday season? We’ve rounded up 20 of our favorite gift ideas. And since we work in real estate, we focused on items that add enjoyment, comfort and, in some cases, major value to your home. From music lovers to home chefs, we’ve got something for everyone. And we’ve included a range of price … [Read more...]
Real Estate Market Phoenix AZ
The Real Estate Market Phoenix AZ Is good for sellers with low supply of homes for sale and low interest rates. It continues to be more expensive to rent than own a home. This situation is good for homeowners as they see their home values rise and investors who see both their equity and rental income increase. Average Sales Price up 4.3% to $295,800 and Median Prices up 6.6% to $245,000 year … [Read more...]
Real Estate Market Snapshot Greater Phoenix Market Area October 2017
We continue to see a strong seller's market with low supply and low interest rates. Rents continue to increase throughout the valley. It is more expensive to rent than own a home. This situation is good for homeowners as they see their home values rise and investors who see both their equity and rental income increase. Average Sales Price up 4.1% to $291,800 and Median Prices up 5.1% to … [Read more...]
The Consumer’s Guide to Hiring an Amazing Real Estate Agent
When you’re buying or selling a home, it’s crucial to work with a qualified real estate agent. Not just a professional, but an amazing agent and a market expert. So how do you ensure you’re hiring an amazing real estate agent? There are currently more than two million real estate professionals in North America.1,2 According to the National Association of Realtors®, trust and reputation are the … [Read more...]
3 Tips for the First-Time Real Estate Buyer
Buying your first home is one of the biggest decisions you will ever make. There are a lot of considerations to make and the process can prove a stressful one. However, it doesn’t have to be complicated. As an experienced Arizona real estate agent, I have helped many first-time home buyers achieve their home ownership dreams. Below are three tips to help you get started. Talk to a lender. … [Read more...]
3 Tips For Selling Your Arizona Home Fast
There are a great deal of considerations to make when selling your home. In the end, your goal is to sell it fast and get the maximum price possible. As an Arizona real estate agent, I have seen sellers make huge mistakes, leaving thousands of dollars on the table. Here are three tips to selling your home quickly. Price it right. If you price your home too low, you lose out on potential … [Read more...]
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