Home shopping is actually a pretty funny thing. You see, as a Realtor I spend a LOT of time going in and out of people’s homes, coordinating odd schedules, and working with all walks of life. When thrown into the middle of peoples personal lives, you can bet that some
Starting the home buying process can present its fair share of challenges and obstacles – especially for first timers. Fortunately, you won’t be the first person to run into these home buying roadblocks and you certainly won’t be the last. So before you set out on your next home buying venture,
The Appraisal – It’s the little discussed part of the home buying/selling process that has BIG effects on your wallet. Without question, it can be the most misunderstood, challenging, and downright frustrating parts of a real estate transaction. On the flip side, it’s uber important for both buyers and sellers
You’ve more than likely heard the word “Escrow” thrown around when it comes to real estate. But do you know what it REALLY is? Is it, a person? An account? A process? Do I really even need to know?! Escrow is all of these things and more. It’s the mighty
Buying a home can present its fair share of challenges and obstacles – especially for first timers. Fortunately, you are not the first person to run into these home buying roadblocks and you certainly won’t be the last. So before you set out on your next home buying venture, get
Buying a house is not something most of us do every day. You may do it once a decade, or even once in a lifetime. Despite the fact that most of us enter the world of real estate rarely, we all think we know how it works. Maybe it’s based
When home shopping in the Phoenix area, or just about anywhere for that matter, the biggest factor for most buyers is location. To get into the best neighborhoods in town, we sometimes sacrifice elsewhere – size, bedrooms, upgrades, etc. But let’s forget about all that for a second, and talk
Whether you’re new to the Phoenix area, or you are just looking for a new place to hang your hat, finding the right neighborhood that matches your lifestyle is key. In today’s digital age, it should be easier than ever to find neighborhoods that ticks all your boxes. In fact,
2016 was an interesting year for Real Estate in the Valley and there is some BIG news for 2017. In 2016 we flirted with historical low interest rates while continuing to see nearly all neighborhoods and price ranges appreciate. To kick off the year interest rates spiked up about half
So you’ve made the decision, your going to purchase a home in 2017, congrats! You know the neighborhoods you like, and you know exactly what features you want it to have – granite counter tops, tile flooring, vaulted ceilings, and of course a pool for some summertime fun. You have done
