real estate: Just how accurate are Zestimates? - 08/13/09 03:22 PM
When it comes time to sell your home who will you turn to for answers? Will it be an experienced real estate professional, or the internet?
I often have clients tell me they already know the value of their home based on information they have seen on Zillow or other home valuation websites. … (2 comments)
real estate: Real Estate Investor Question of the Week - 11/19/08 08:52 AM
As the end of 2008 rapidly approaches, now is a great time to take an objective look at the events of the past year and evaluate your progress in terms of your real estate investment goals.
Were you able to meet or exceed your real estate investment goals for 2008?
If so, what do you … (0 comments)
real estate: Arizona home sale increase dramatically - 11/19/08 02:01 AM
Challenges within the real estate market and the economy as a whole may still be lingering over the nation like a menacing storm cloud, but in Arizona that cloud has a bright silver lining. As real estate prices are decreasing throughout the southwest, homes in Arizona have become much more affordable spurring a dramatic … (0 comments)
real estate: Real Estate Deal of the Century makes an appearance twice in one week! - 08/25/08 12:32 PM
My listing located at 13825 E Villa Cassandra, Scottsdale, AZ 85262 has gone under contract. This beautiful newly constructed home in the Rio Verde Foothills area of Northeast Scottsdale has recently gotten a lot of attention. And with good reason! As a short sale this gorgeous new custom home on a one acre lot … (1 comments)
real estate: Price Reduced on Beautiful Hillside Lot For Sale in Fountain Hills - 08/20/08 05:37 PM
PRICED REDUCED - PRE-FORECLOSURE - SHORT SALE
15252 N Blackbird Dr, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
Property Type: Vacant Land/Lot
Zoned: Residential Single Family
Size: 1/4 Acre
Price: $245,000
MLS®: 2876055
THE PERFECT SETTING FOR YOUR NEW HOME! Enjoy beautiful views from this easy build lot in fantastic area of Fountain Hills. Walk … (3 comments)
Quite a few Realtors, Affiliates and Neighbors stopped by to preview this beautiful new home. Everyone raved about the incredible quality of craftsmanship and the stunning finishes used throughout. Hot topics of conversation … (2 comments)
real estate: 7 Simple steps make financing a home easy - 07/26/08 03:47 PM
All the turmoil in the mortgage industry has definitely made the process of financing a home seem a little scarier. But the truth is, it doesn't have to be. Although lenders are tightening their belts a bit, being more selective about who they lend to, and more closely evaluating the risk factors involved, they … (0 comments)
real estate: Buy this home and get whiter teeth! -- The power of sales incentives in a buyers market - 06/03/08 04:52 PM
I received an email today from an agent who was promoting a new listing in Scottsdale, Arizona. According to the email the home has been recently updated. There were even a couple very nice photos included that show that show off the main areas of the home. What the email did not tell … (5 comments)
real estate: Fountain Hills Voters Reject Property Tax - 05/21/08 09:20 AM
For those of you who don't know, yesterday was a local election day. Here in Fountain Hills there were only two items on the ballot, two candidates vying for one final Town Council seat and a property tax referendum.
Okay, so it was a short ballot, but the issues were pretty important to the … (4 comments)
13828 E Old Paint Trail, Scottsdale, AZ 85262
BRAND NEW CONSTRUCTION - SHORT SALE - PRICE REDUCED TO $595,000
Details:
3 Bedrooms
2.5 Bathrooms
3,067 Square Feet
3 Car Garage, Side Entry
1 Acre Lot … (4 comments)
real estate: Three new spec homes offered at The Sterling at Silverleaf - 05/08/08 08:14 AM
Scottsdale's prestigious new community, Silverleaf, has added a new focal entry to it's Mediterranean style enclave of custom homes. The Sterling at Silverleaf is a collection of 16 Bungalows designed by renowned architect Bing Hu. Taking advantage of their prestigious Horseshoe Canyon location, these homes enjoy gorgeous McDowell Mountain and city light views. The bungalow … (0 comments)
real estate: Honoring Earth Day with My Favorite Eco-Friendly Posts - 04/22/08 08:46 AM
In honor of Earth Day, I wanted to share a compilation of a few of my favorite recent environmentally friendly posts here on Active Rain. These posts share information on how the Green movement is making its way into the real estate business as well as simple ways in which you can … (34 comments)
real estate: Support the No New Home Tax Ballot Measure - 04/21/08 03:53 PM
I am supporting a critical initiative in Arizona to bring a new measure to the November 2008 ballot, and I am asking for your support as well. The initiative is the No New Home Tax Ballot Measure. This ballot measure would prevent State and/or local goverment from imposing real estate transfer taxes. Real estate transfer … (4 comments)
real estate: Pros & Cons of allowing pets in rental properties - 04/21/08 02:24 PM
Making the decision to allow pets in residential rental properties should be not be taken lightly. As a landlord you may be taking on additional costs, responsibility and liability by allowing pets. However, you may also benefit from decreased turnover and a larger rental pool. Here are few things that investors and/or landlords should consider before determining if they … (7 comments)
real estate: Home values continue to rise in parts of Scottsdale - 04/16/08 03:32 PM
I was recently showing some properties to a client from out of state and he made a comment that took me by surprise. He said that he had read an article in the New York Times stating that property values in the Metro Phoenix area were down by more than 30%. … (0 comments)
real estate: March 2008 Metro Phoenix Area Luxury Home Sales Market Report - 04/06/08 09:41 AM
March 2008 Metro Phoenix Area Luxury Home Sales Market Report (sale prices equal to or greater than $1 million) March 1, 2008 through March 31, 2008 Change #of homes sold 110 (-43%) Avg. sale price $1,863,449 (+10.7%) Avg. days on market 200 (+ 27.4%) Compared to March 1, 2007 through March 31, … (0 comments)
real estate: Spring Cleaning Checklist - 04/01/08 04:42 PM
Spring time is here, the weather is beautiful and the real estate market is ripe with new buyers looking for great values. Most buyers I have spoken with recently are looking for homes that are clean and ready for move-in. Here are 5 quick easy tips to get your home in tip top shape for … (0 comments)
real estate: Hot Housing Trends for 2008 - Courtyards, Ramadas & Outdoor Entertaining Spaces - 03/27/08 11:46 AM
Here in Arizona we enjoy beautiful weather year round with plenty of sunshine and very little rain. That makes it easy to understand why outdoor living and entertaining spaces have become such a hot commodity in this area. Many homebuyers are seeking spaces that combine the elements of outdoors and indoors … (2 comments)
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