Unique unto its own, this massive custom contemporary home screams ‘Luxury’ from the moment one lays eyes on it from the street. At 6524 E Malcomb Drive in Paradise Valley, Arizona, this bank owned new build is literally move in ready. The ...
[Read More] On Weds, Nov 4th, 2009, Congress nearly voted unanimously for The Unemployment Compensation Extension Act which included an amendment that extends and expands the Home Buyers Tax Credit. President Obama signed the bill today, Friday, November 06, 2009, ...
[Read More] ZIP code 85016 comprises a 10 square mile area of Northeast Phoenix. Another one of my favorite zip codes in the city due to its location to central Phoenix activities, light rail, amazing shopping at the Biltmore and Scottsdale Fashion Square, and outdoor ...
[Read More] Stunningly renovated, this mid-century modern classic, 3 bedroom/2 bath/ 1612 sq ft home built in 1955 by renowned valley architect, Ralph Haver, is located in one of my favorite communities in Phoenix, a most sought after Haver neighborhood of Windemere ...
[Read More] For those interested in Paradise Valley Real Estate, ZIP code 85253 comprises a 17 square mile area encompassing the town of Paradise Valley and a few adjacent sections of the cities of Phoenix and Scottsdale. The boundaries of Paradise Valley and ZIP ...
[Read More] Governor Jan Brewer recently signed HB 2008, which repeals SB 1271 and the changes to the anti-deficiency statute that were set to take effect at the end of this month. This is good news for Arizona Homeowners, especially those with negative equity who ...
[Read More] For all those apartment dwellers, roommate haters and those who just haven't been able to cut the cord, NOW is the time! But time is running out . . . in fact, there about four weeks left to find a home, make an offer and have it accepted in order ...
[Read More] One of my favorite zip codes when it comes to Scottsdale homes for sale, 85258, comprises an area of North Scottsdale stretching from Indian Bend Road in the south to Shea Boulevard in the north. The western boundary is Scottsdale Road and the eastern ...
[Read More] On August 20th, 2009 journalist J. Craig Anderson with The Arizona Republic reported that after a record breaking 27 months of decline in the Valley's median home price, some of the most influential local real-state analysts predict that home values ...
[Read More] As a REALTOR ® specializing in short sale negotiations, some of the most common questions I’m asked by clients considering a short sale include “Will I have to pay back the difference?” and “Can the bank come after me later?” ...
[Read More] A short sale can be an excellent solution for a homeowner who owes more on their home than what it is worth and has to sell. Unfortunately a number of myths about short sales have developed and it is important you understand the reality of this process ...
[Read More] We know that the way real estate is managed is the differance between a good investment and a great one so tell us, what sells you on a property management company?
[Read More] Want to know more about the $8,000 homebuyer tax credit? Well, here are the main points of the credit along with a website you can go to for more details. Who is Eligible • The $8,000 tax credit is available for first-time home buyers only. • ...
[Read More] At the start of what seems to be a great season for house-hunters, a new law has created difficulties for home buyers, their Realtors and other real estate professionals in an already beleaguered market. The Home Valuation Code of Conduct, or HVCC, became ...
[Read More] As of June, 2009, a Downpayment Assistance Program is available called the "Find Your Way Home" program. What is great about this program is that is can be used statewide. There are no restrictions based on zip codes. Buyers can use these funds, ...
[Read More] As a REALTOR® specializing in negotiating short sales for homeowners who owe more than their property is worth in today’s market, I am often asked if loan modification is an option. The answer in short, is YES , albeit with a few caveats. Negotiating ...
[Read More] The Obama administration recently unveiled updates to the Making Home Affordable program to make it easier for home owners who owe more than the current market value of their homes to sell those properties at a loss via short sale and have the remaining ...
[Read More] Green is in for residents of Phoenix 23 percent of the U.S. municipal solid waste stream is yard trimmings and food waste. That's a lot of waste to send to landfills when it could become useful and environmentally beneficial compost instead! Composting ...
[Read More] Federal funds are now available to assist buyers in the purchase of foreclosed homes in the greater Phoenix area. These new programs include money for down payments, closing cost assistance, and in some cases even renovating the foreclosed homes. If you ...
[Read More] Built in 1931 for Lynn M. Laney, Maricopa County Attorney from 1917 to 1921, this brick-and-concrete home for sale in Phoenix truly evokes the Spanish Colonial Revival period from which it emerged. The ever-pleasing home style was minted by the 1915 Panama-California ...
[Read More] There is an area of Phoenix around 16 th Street and Bethany Home Road where you can find homes built by a visionary man named Ralph Haver. His affordable tract house style has turned into a cult classic coveted by people who have bought them up, keeping ...
[Read More] Do you like the idea of living in a golf course community? Take a look at Grayhawk. Grayhawk’s award winning clubhouse offers two restaurants. Quill Creek is more of a fine dining experience, and Phil’s Grill has some of the best burgers around. ...
[Read More] A recent article on TheDailyBeast.com reported that Kathleen Fuld, wife of the former CEO of the now defunct Lehman Brothers, was seen exiting the Manhattan luxury purveyor Hermès with her goods in a plain white bag instead of a signature orange ...
[Read More] There has never been a better time in current history, to buy real estate in the greater Phoenix area. Of course, you need good credit and money down, which is easier said than done for a staggering number of people. All statistics and predictions are ...
[Read More] Given the dramatic changes in property values over the past few years, you may be wondering if your property tax rate is fair or accurate. In Arizona, property taxes are based on the Assessed Value, which, for owner-occupied residential property, is ten ...
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