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
Once upon a time, an excited first time home-buyer was scouring the market for the perfect home. Finally, after months of searching he found it – the exact home he dreamt of! He wrote up an offer with his Realtor and the transaction went smoothly. He closed on the house,
Making an offer on a house (or receiving one) is much detailed than you might think! You see, an offer on a property contains so much more than just a price. First time home buyers might be surprised at all these negotiable items you must decide to include in your
The world we live in is changing at an exponential rate and real estate is certainly no exception. The real estate market has changed so dramatically in the past 30 years it’s almost unrecognizable.
It’s the summer of 1986, and something BIG was about to happen….my birth! But shortly after that
When working with home buyers, I’m faced with a plethora of questions. Everyone has different needs, experiences, backgrounds and knowledge. However, there are some common themes. These are the top 3 questions I get when working with Home Buyers.
How do I know I’m not overpaying?
Home prices are determined by “Comparable
What Is a Down Payment?
To buy a home, you need to show the lender some level of commitment in the purchase. It is still possible for some to to find a zero down payment mortgage loan in a VA loan, reserved for veterans of the US military. Rather, you’ll want to
The Real Estate Agent
Most people know what a Real Estate agent does, but most people have very little grasp on the entirety of the role. The obvious – a good real estate agent should first and foremost consult with you about the home buying process. This consult includes gathering information
If some of the country’s most gorgeous and lavish properties make you sick, click away now! I’ve compiled the top 10 most expensive homes available today in the Phoenix area. Ironically, not one of them is in the city of Phoenix. It’s Paradise Valley and Scottsdale that stake claim to these over-the-top
Making a smart investment has nothing to do with a price of the house. OK, maybe a little bit, but the fact of the matter is many people (I’m talking about you Millenials and renters out there) fail to realize the golden opportunity that is upon us ALL right now.
