Forbes List of Gotta-Haves for Luxury Homes - 09/16/07 07:13 PM
The list isn’t hot off the press, but is certainly worth repeating. Last fall,Forbes reported on the features that were topping the lists for new, high-end luxury homes.  An important thread running through this list is the importance of  green in home features. Those eco-friendly items are all big energy savers, as well as being non-toxic building materials, earth-friendly woods, and energy efficient technologies that integrate lighting, heating, security and communications controls in the home. 
The Forbes short list?
Spa-like bathrooms with saunas, towel warming drawers, amd heated floors. Serenity is the guiding mood.Extensive computer-controlled systems to sensor control panels throughout the home. Light the pool, turn on the tub the spa or … (2 comments)

Luxurious Intuitive Homes - 09/16/07 07:00 PM
Peering into the future, it is nice to imagine a home that is smart in every sense–and inviting to all.
Sunset Magazine and Popular Science recently team-conceived the Idea House, the House of Innovation , in Alamo, California. This intelligent $5 + million home provides a trajectory of design and technologies that will end up in homes of tomorrow. It is loaded with sustainable materials and innovative ideas. This Idea House has drywall that is paperless and prefinished plank hardwood flooring that locks into place for fast, glueless and nail-free installation.
What do we like best?
Air quality filtration system systems that filter particles … (0 comments)

Luxury Home Management: The Butler is back in demand-and in short supply. - 09/16/07 06:54 PM
The Butler is back in demand-and in short supply.
The world’s growing number of plutocrats with their enormous mansions and expansive lifestyles are actively seeking household managers to oversee the care of their luxury homes and lifestyles. These enormous residences require ongoing care, along with coordination of property and grounds service providers ranging from pool service technicians, to dog groomers and trainers, to maids, gardeners and arborists.
Contemporary butlers, or Household Managers as many are called today, are better educated than their historic peers. Today’s servant is likely to possess accounting, computer, and technology skills along with knowledge of property maintenance, home entertainment, … (0 comments)

Luxury Home Owners are Remodeling For A Quick Sale - 09/16/07 06:18 PM
High priced homes all over are getting a quick remodel in order to the best house available on the market. Homeowners are updating the kitchen, putting in the best patio, or remodeling the master bathroom at all costs. These folks know that whatever the price of a fabulous remodel will pay off in the end when their house is the best and has the quickest sale.
One of the key ways to raise the value of an already valuable home is to do an extensive kitchen remodel. There is just nothing like a new Thermador range or that gourmet kitchen space.  Thermador … (0 comments)

Tips to Sell Your Property - 09/16/07 06:14 PM
1. Paint your property interior with neutral colours.  Property buyers are turned off by bright colours.  Buyers generally want plain walls and can see a blank canvas to add their own mark.  They do not want your mark on their potential home.  A pot of magnolia and a couple of paintbrushes is simple to purchase and cheap.  Plus you can then highlight the light airy feel of the property by having lamps and lights on when you have a viewer
2. If your property already has neutral colours then touch up small marks on the walls with a tester pot.  Fill in … (0 comments)

10 Ways to Make Your Home More Salable - 09/16/07 06:06 PM
Have you ever had a showing where the buyer was in and out in a matter of minutes, or worse, they pulled up to the house only to drive away without even going inside?  There are certain things that are immediate turn-offs for buyers.  Here are 10 quick tips you can use to make your home more appealing to a prospective buyer.
Get rid of any clutter.  Throw out or file away those stacks of newspapers and magazines.  Pack away most of your small decorative items and knick knacks.  Store your out-of-season clothing to make closets appear roomier.  Most often overlooked, clean … (0 comments)

Arizona Paradise Living in N.E.Mesa's MONTANA DORADA Neighborhood - 09/12/07 10:14 PM

Montana Dorada is a gated neighborhood in N.E. Mesa. This amazing home sits on a 1acre lot that has plenty of room to add an RV garage/guest house, mulit car garage, etc. To view a full photogallery of this amazing home, visit www.ArizonaParadiseLiving.com
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Anouther Featured Property In Tanner Grove Estates - 09/12/07 09:59 PM

Tanner Grove Estates is a great cummunity in N.E. Mesa'a grove area. This castle features 7455sf of living space. 7beds 8baths, full basement with 4 bedrooms, laundry room with two washers & two driers, a huge entertainment room and fireplace. On the main floor you'll find a well laid out split floorplan with the master suite all by itself. The upstairs is a wide open artist loft ith a full bathroom and balcony. This home's interior has been completely remodeld with granite counters, new kitchen cabinets, crown molding, and a newly refinshed pebble-sheen lap pool. A GREAT home, a GREAT neighborhood, all at … (3 comments)

Featured Property In Tanner Grove Estates - 09/11/07 10:52 PM

Beautiful Gated community of "Tanner Grove Estates". This 3907sf Custom Home is in flawless condition. It features 5beds/4baths gorgeous split floorplan. Resides on a huge .8 acre cul-de-sac lot. The backyard is very green, very lush and completely private. Features a beautiful pebbletec pool w/water fall, hot tub, built in BBQ area, HUGE shade trees and a variety of citrus trees surround the entire lot. The long winding well manicured driveway swings around the rear to a large courtyard that is perfect for the car enthusiast, or it would make a great sport court for the kids. just off this court … (0 comments)

Five Secrets To Selling Your House Quickly - 09/10/07 12:43 AM
If you want to sell your house quickly, keep it free of junk and don’t force your taste on other people.
That common sense advice works time and time again.
They say you’re removing the barriers that will stop buyers making an offer quickly.
The expert tips are:
5. Price your home to sell: In the good times there are plenty of buyers in the market and lenders are offering competitive rates. But these aren’t the good times, thanks to recent rate increases. So do your research. Find out what the houses in your area are selling for and what they have sold for in … (0 comments)

Real Estate Agent - Ensuring Smooth Sailing For The Home Buyer Or Seller - 09/10/07 12:36 AM
Whether it is buying or selling a home, real estate agents are invaluable, especially when you get the right one. They are equipped with the latest information pertaining to property prices, financing, and the market as a whole. Not only that, they will interact with other real estate agents for a wider reach. Many real estate agent websites are comprehensive and loaded with relevant information.
Real estate agents help you objectively evaluate proposals to buy/sell and close the sale. It has been proven that better deals are made, thanks to a real estate agent. Both local real estate agents and commercial real … (0 comments)

Great Reasons To Buy A House Now! - 09/10/07 12:27 AM
Everyone dreams of owning a new home. Having been a builder for 23 years, I’ve watched the market in its ups and downs. Here are some tips for today’s market.
1)      This is becoming a buyers market. The supply is greater than the demand which means there are more homes on the market for sale then the normal amount. This is good for the purchaser because there is more to choose from. The sellers are more eager to sell which means you get the best deal for your money.
2)      Interest rates are at historic lows.  Since July of 1973 till 1981, fixed … (0 comments)

Advantages of Owning Your Home - 09/10/07 12:20 AM
If you’re thinking about buying a home, it’s important to weigh the pros and cons. Whether it’s a castle, a city townhouse, a beachfront condo or a sprawling ranch, there are many advantages of owning a home.
Security
One of the most compelling reasons that people cite for buying their home is security. They want the peace of mind that comes with not having to deal with a landlord or noisy tenants in adjoining apartments with paper-thin walls. Many people feel more financially secure, knowing that they have built up a substantial equity in their own home. They like the security of knowing … (0 comments)

5 Reasons To Use A Buyer’s Agent on Both New & Resale Homes - 09/10/07 12:14 AM
Real estate transactions come with risks, competition, and expenses. With your financial and family future on the line, there are five reasons to use a buyer’s agent in order to give you a fighting chance.
The buyer’s agent is a Realtor that has gone through special training with the National Board of Realtors. The training authorizes the Realtor to use the specialized sub-title in addition to the realtor title they already carry. The Realtor is a real estate specialist. Therefore when you attain the help of a buyer’s agent, you are also getting the experience and training of a Realtor.
A buyer’s agent … (6 comments)

Finding a Home, Not Just a House - 09/10/07 12:06 AM
There is a difference between a house and a home. A house is simply that, it’s some walls, a roof, all you stuff inside. A home is something different altogether, it’s an intangible concept that arrives when you feel like you have settled into a place where you will be for sometime. Someone once said “home is where you make it.” Truer words were never spoken. So the question is, how can you be sure you have found that special house that can really become a home?
Well, to start; you should be on the lookout for potential candidates with certain criteria … (1 comments)

First Time Home Buying Tips - 09/10/07 12:01 AM
We are coming into the time of year when people move. Homes are bought and sold. If you are a renter you may be thinking of buying a home. It may be your first home and you are not sure about how to go about doing it. Here are some tips to consider when it comes to buying a new home.
First of all find a good realtor you can work with. You want it to be someone you feel comfortable with yet has the experience to do a good job as well. 
Find a realtor that specializes in buying and selling homes … (0 comments)

Things To Look For When Buying - Interior Concerns - 09/09/07 11:54 PM
When buying a home, you naturally want to get the best home possible for your money. One thing that you can do to ensure that you are receiving a quality home is to check the interior for faults or things that may require fixing or replacing. The following is a list of interior concerns and things to check before making an offer on any home.
Discoloration - This is a huge issue in some older homes. Discoloration on the walls, ceiling, or floors can indicate a leak or mold growth. Leaks in the roof or plumbing can be costly and drastically affect … (0 comments)

Buying - Think About Location - 09/09/07 11:42 PM
There is one credo that has always held true in the world of real estate: location, location, location. The same home in different locations can have a selling value that is vastly different, in either direction. For example a home that is in a new development area, with quiet, yet convenient surroundings will easily sell for more than the exact same home in a run down area with a lot of traffic passing through it.
There are several considerations that you should be thinking about when you buy a home and location is one of the most important. Take an hour or … (0 comments)

Making an Offer on a Home - 09/09/07 11:34 PM
So you’ve found the home you want to buy.  Now what?  You need to make an offer to buy the seller’s house.  Your real estate agent will have the forms you need, and he or she will talk with you to decide what terms you want.  Your agent will then write the offer for you.
There is more to an offer than simply stating a price you are willing to pay.  You will also tell how much money you are going to put down for the earnest money deposit.  This deposit is usually about one percent of the purchase price of the … (0 comments)

Buying-Why is A Home Inspection Necessary? - 09/08/07 11:15 PM
Buying a home usually is the largest single investment you will ever make and you have to be able to cut through the sales hype and real estate terminology to know if the home you are considering is worth the investment. To minimize unpleasant surprises and unexpected difficulties, you’ll want to learn as much as you can about the newly constructed or existing house before you buy it and a buyer typically gets that information with a home inspection.
A home inspection is an objective visual examination of the physical structure and systems of a house, from the roof to the foundation … (1 comments)

Using the Internet to Your Advantage - 09/08/07 12:37 AM
When searching for a house you will most definitely want to use the internet to your advantage. Several years ago this may not have been possible, but in today’s day and age the internet has a lot to offer. The best thing about searching for a house online is that you never have to leave your house.  All you have to do is type in the words “Happy Town real estate”and a list or index will come up. These are Realtor sites and every one of them have what is called the Multiple Listing Service or MLS. And most of the … (3 comments)

Buying A Home? Now’s The Time - 09/08/07 12:31 AM
If you are the kind of person that watches the real estate market closely then this is no secret; now is the time to buy a home. As many of us have noticed, the real estate market has generally cooled off compared to what it was for the last decade. Over the last years America experienced a real estate boom the like of which had never been seen before. There were so many houses being constructed but that was just fine as there were just as many people in the market for a home so the whole thing worked out. However … (0 comments)

Pre-Home Buying Checklist - 09/08/07 12:26 AM
One thing that you see a lot of online is lists of things to do when purchasing a home. Most of them are fairly similar as there is an established set of steps that buyers go through during the sale process. One thing you don’t see too much of is things that you should not do, so that is where we are going to start.
Things Not To Do - Before buying a home, having your finances completely sorted is essential and one thing that can easily mess with that is a large purchase. Even if you have the money available, avoid … (0 comments)

HOME BUYING - 7 Tips to Buying the Perfect Home - 09/08/07 12:23 AM
Before you start your house-hunting journey, sit down with your family and brainstorm. Think about what you’d like to have in your perfect house. You may not be able to have everything on your list. But if you know your ideal, you can better decide whether a house is right for you or not.
-Get pre-approved.
Getting a pre-approved mortgage is one of the most important steps in buying the perfect house. Until you know your loan amount, you’ll be house hunting in the dark. Finding out how much you can afford will narrow the real estate market for you. It’s no fun … (1 comments)

Buyers Tips - Intelligent Home Buying - 09/08/07 12:19 AM
As the U.S. real estate markets shift in favor of the buyer, it is becoming ever more necessary to know your game before purchasing a home. In years past the sellers really controlled the market and we saw rapid jumps in price, bidding wars and some buyers on their heels trying to find a home that was appropriate and affordable. As the market has become more favorable to buyers we are seeing the result of that turn, buyers who could once command almost any asking price are stumped as to why their home is not selling within a week or two. … (0 comments)

Buying New Homes Vs Buying Existing Homes - 09/08/07 12:18 AM
According to Lawrence Yun, senior economist for the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the 2007 market puts buyers of homes at an “overwhelming advantage”. However, the NAR is also predicting that 2008 sales will increase due to a slow down in new home construction that is helping to balance out the market place. For those who are considering buying in this current real estate climate, the decision of whether to invest in newly built homes, or existing ones, can be pretty confusing. With fewer brand new homes available on the market, maybe you’ll get a better deal on a slightly older … (0 comments)

Buy The Cheapest Home On the Block - 09/08/07 12:16 AM
When buying, you need a strategy to find a home that is both a good place to live and a solid investment. Location, location, location is one rule, but there are others.
One of the obvious keys to buying a home that will be a good investment is the location. You are looking for a neighborhood with good schools, low crime and so on. That being said, what type of home do you look for when you find the neighborhood in question? The answer is the cheapest home on the block so long as it is not a disaster.
Why buy the cheapest … (1 comments)

Tips To Finding Your Perfect Home - 09/08/07 12:10 AM
A house is much more than a building. The average homebuyer makes a big investment – financially and emotionally – in the property they purchase. To ensure that your real estate buy is a close match to your dream home, just follow these easy steps.
1) Know What Your Perfect Home is Like. Working with pen and paper, brainstorm what your perfect home would be like. Where would it be located? How many rooms would it have? How many bedrooms and bathrooms do you want or need? Would your ideal home have a garage? Do you want or need a formal dining … (0 comments)

Buying a House After the Sub Prime Squeeze - 09/08/07 12:07 AM
The days of easy lending are clearly over. At this time last year, the money flowed. Predatory lenders signed people up for mortgages without paperwork, gave out loans that covered 100% of the home’s value and weighed them down with outrageous payments that exceeded their income. The fallout has been tremendous, leaving the banks scrambling to clean up a mess of foreclosures and defaults in the aftermath.
They’ve also tightened the purse strings - especially when it comes to the subprime market. Lenders are demanding documentation, downpayments and turning back to more traditional methods of qualifying loans. Those with a long history … (0 comments)

Mortgage Shopping Techniques - 09/08/07 12:00 AM
When considering purchasing property utilizing a mortgage loan or refinancing a home with a mortgage loan, it is wise to shop.  However, there are many confusing issues and industry terminology that can prevent the prospective borrower from finding that best rate at the least cost.  The following is a basic primer for shopping for the best overall deal on a mortgage loan.  Below is a small sample of what a loan officer looks at in order to work with the borrower on the loan.
RATE 10 DAY 25 DAY 40 DAY Loan Amount Cashout Refinance RATE 10 DAY 25 DAY 40 DAY
7.375 … (0 comments)

Buying A Home - Where To Begin - 09/07/07 11:56 PM
Where do you begin then, and who should you talk with first in order to prepare for homeownership? First, before you do anything else, you and your spouse should sit down, figure out a good budget that still allows for you to live the lifestyle you are accustomed to, and invest the amount of money that you need to, in order to be ready for retirement when you have to. Do not, and I repeat do not, get caught up in the game of “keeping up with the Jones” or the “status symbol” of having a huge house that everyone envies. … (0 comments)

Interest rates are still at a historical low - 09/07/07 11:43 PM
Todays buyer has so much information to sift through just to determine if 'now is the time to buy'. Well, the media can keep us up to date on Wallstreet and what is going on with some of the financial institutions but one thing won't change and that is that interest rates are still at a historical low and housing prices are better now than they were even a year ago. … (3 comments)

The Benefits of Home Ownership - 09/07/07 11:40 PM
The Benefits of Home Ownership

The decision to purchase a home is exciting and a major investment for your future. Because there is only so much of it to go around, real estate is the top choice for many investors and the desire for most families. This article is designed to highlight some of the many benefits of home ownership and how buying a home can often turn the American Dream into a reality.
One of the most profitable markets in real estate is rentals, which means that many families are paying to live in a home that isn't their own. In some … (0 comments)

 
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