scottsdale real estate: Harvard: Real estate recovery hinges on demand. - 06/08/11 06:51 AM
Harvard: Real estate recovery hinges on return of demand Household formation has plummeted and credit remains tight By Inman News
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<!-- ShareThis -->Share This A pickup in household formation and access to mortgage credit are critical factors in spurring a lasting recovery in housing, researchers with the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University concluded in the latest annual "State of the Nation's Housing" report, released today.
While job growth and consumer confidence remain key to an economic recovery, the "Great Recession" has crimped demand for housing by slowing immigration and the creation of new households by young and middle-aged adults.
Estimates … (1 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Real estate agents: What if you can't pay taxes now? - 04/09/11 02:48 AM

Your income taxes are due on April 18. What should you do if you can't pay what you owe?
File your tax return
First and foremost, even if you can't pay, you should file your tax return on time. The penalties for not filing a return are severe: 5 percent per month on the amount you owe, to a maximum of 25 percent reached after five months.
This is in addition to the interest the Internal Revenue Service charges for paying your taxes late. Filing your return -- even if you can't pay what you owe -- will at least … (1 comments)

scottsdale real estate: COMMUNITY PROFILE - Northeast Valley & Scottsdale Arizona - 03/23/11 08:15 AM
 
The Northeast Valley includes the sophisticated City of Scottsdale, the Town of Paradise Valley, the "sister" cities of Carefree and Cave Creek, and the Town of Fountain Hills. Perhaps more than any other area in the Valley, the Northeast reflects the epitome of year-round resort living and the "good life" in distinctive Southwestern style. Many country club and golf course communities showcase million-dollar manors in elegant residential developments that command breathtaking views of mountain, desert, and city lights. At the same time, family-oriented neighborhoods surround libraries, parks, schools, and shopping for a convenient urban lifestyle.
Within the Northeast Valley, the … (1 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Scottsdale AZ market info: - 03/12/11 05:07 PM
The number of homes for sale in Scottsdale is steadily declining. There was nearly 3,300 homes for sale this time last year down from 4,093 homes in 2009. Today, in Scottsdale there are about 2,800 active listings. This decline in supply correlates to a steady decline in depreciation levels. Home values in Scottsdale depreciated slightly last year, but compared to the 25% depreciation in median home prices in 2009 things are looking up for Scottsdale. Are we currently still in a declining market? Yes, I believe we are. At least the numbers say we are, however we are almost at a … (0 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Scottsdale AZ is known for GOLF! - 01/06/11 02:44 PM
The various Scottsdale neighborhoods offer an array of Scottsdale homes for sale for variant lifestyles. One thing Scottsdale is known for is golf. Many neighborhoods have 18 hole golf courses some with private membership. There are a number of communities with swimming pools, tennis courts and walking paths as well in this beautiful city.
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scottsdale real estate: Communities In Scottsdale Arizona: - 01/06/11 02:35 PM
Communities in Scottsdale, such as McCormick Ranch and McDowell Mountain Ranch now boast homes at historically record low prices. There are many gorgeous Scottsdale homes for sale, in prestigious Scottsdale communities, to choose from today. Scottsdale real estate were unaffordable for many first time buyers in the past, but in today's buyers market this is not the case. Neighborhoods in Scottsdale hold the perfect investment opportunity for first time and move up buyers.
Scottsdale Subdivisions
There are many subdivisions in Scottsdale, otherwise known as master planned communities, that have great amenities at affordable prices.  When searching for a home you should … (0 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Scottsdale Short Sale info. - 12/22/10 09:42 AM
There are 3,000 single family-detached homes for sale in the city of Scottsdale today. 76% of these homes require short sale approval! If your Realtor isn't showing you Scottsdale homes for sale, that require short sale approval, you may be missing out on a tremendous amount of home buying opportunities. Sure, short sales take time to negotiate and not all short sales are approved. True you could wait 2 months for an approval just to find out the Seller is not being allowed to short sale the home because of the mortgage insurance company or some other unforeseeable reason, but this … (0 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Scottsdale AZ housing market and information: - 12/13/10 03:37 PM
There are 3,000 single family-detached homes for sale in the city of Scottsdale today. 76% of these homes require short sale approval! If your Realtor isn’t showing you Scottsdale homes for sale, that require short sale approval, you may be missing out on a tremendous amount of home buying opportunities. Sure, short sales take time to negotiate and not all short sales are approved. True you could wait 2 months for an approval just to find out the Seller is not being allowed to short sale the home because of the mortgage insurance company or some other unforeseeable reason, but this … (0 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Searching for a home in Scottsdale AZ? - 11/25/10 02:12 PM
My Scottsdale MLS search is updated daily so you have access to the most current Scottsdale real estate listings; including property addresses, photos, detailed descriptions and map tours. For those looking to add to their investment portfolio, we also offer all available Scottsdale foreclosures, REO's, HUD homes, pre-foreclosure sales and short sales for your viewing. You can't go wrong searching for your next Scottsdale property here, so bookmark this site today
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scottsdale real estate: Scottsdale Real Estate in Reach for First Time Home Buyers - 11/17/10 10:17 AM
In the past many first time home buyers could not afford to purchase Scottsdale real estate.   Now foreclosed, short Sale and similar distressed type transactions in McCormick Ranch, Grayhawk and McDowell Mountain Ranch are allowing the first time buyer to get back in the game in Scottsdale. 
 
A large majority of the homes on the market today are Short Sale or Bank Owned properties.  Lender owned (bank owned) is when the lender has foreclosed and now owns the property.  In the case of a short sale, in which all parties hope to work out a transaction with the lenders … (2 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Scottsdale AZ housing market and information: - 11/11/10 12:57 AM
Are you looking for an investment? Scottsdale real estate is something that many out of state visitors look for and Arizona residents keep an close look out for regarding a good investment opportunity. Foreclosures in Scottsdale Arizonahave not decreased home values as dramatically in value in they way that they have in some of the state's other prominent cities. We are all familiar with the number one rule in real estate, "Location, Location, Location." That being said, the city of Scottsdale is bordered to the north by beautiful and open Carefree, the south by bustling Tempe, the west by Phoenix and Paradise Valley and to the east … (0 comments)

scottsdale real estate: You Can Afford Scottsdale Real Estate in Prestigious Communities - 10/17/10 01:43 PM
Many individuals, who previously could not afford to purchase Scottsdale AZ real estate, are now turning to their Realtor in search of foreclosed, short sale and similar distressed type homes in McCormick Ranch, Grayhawk and other prestigious Scottsdale locations, which until now, were priced out of their reach. Today there are 4 Lender Owned Scottsdale homes for sale, in the gorgeous subdivision of Grayhawk, ranging from $240,000 to $675,000. Of the 17 Scottsdale homes for sale in McCormick Ranch today, two are short sale situations. This does not mean that they are being offered at a discount, however. What this means … (0 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Why Buy Scottsdale Real Estate? - 10/02/10 01:54 PM
When you consider making offers on Scottsdale homes for sale you are abiding by the number one rule of real estate... location, location, location. Scottsdale real estate provides mountain views, desert scenes, resort style living and an overall home sweet home. Scottsdale borders Phoenix to the west and the McDowell Mountains to the east. Scottsdale has consistently rated one of the top cities to move to. Parenting Magazine ranked Scottsdale number 8 among "Best Cities for Families." Cities are rated for health, safety, education, economy and recreation. Moreover Scottsdale was rated number 1 in the nation for safety by Parenting Magazine. … (0 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Need to help your clients with "location, location, location" - Try WalkScore - 10/02/10 01:30 PM
Personally, I market Scottsdale real estate. For many buyers, looking for homes in Scottsdale communities, the vicinity to shops, restaurants, golf, resorts, etc. is really just as important if not more important than the home itself. We have all heard the phrase "location, location, location" and I dont think too many people would disagree with its importance.  For most people, it means close to work, family, a good school, etc.  But recent materials have shown that people are now looking at places such as the Gym, Costco, Starbucks, Trader Joes and the like are becoming more important than most of us realize.  … (3 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Scottsdale AZ Real Estate Prices Update - 10/02/10 11:47 AM
Scottsdale real estate is doing fairly well compared to many of the distressed markets in Arizona. Considering moving to Scottsdale Arizona? Here's a little information on home values in Scottsdale for you. The median sales price for homes in Scottsdale, Arizona in August 2010 was $380,000. This means that half of the homes sold were less than this amount and the other half was more. At the same time last year the median sale price was $424,900. At this same time in 2005 the median sales price was $600,000. June 2007, at the height of the market, the median sale price … (0 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Scottsdale AZ Real Estate - Not Immune to Short Sales - 09/28/10 10:40 PM
Many individuals, who previously could not afford to purchase Scottsdale real estate, are now turning to their Realtor in search of foreclosed, short sale and similar distressed type homes in McCormick Ranch, Grayhawk and other prestigious Scottsdale locations, which until now, were priced out of their reach. Today there are 4 Lender Owned Scottsdale homes for sale, in the gorgeous subdivision of Grayhawk, ranging from $240,000 to $675,000. Of the 17 Scottsdale homes for sale in McCormick Ranch today, two are short sale situations. This does not mean that they are being offered at a discount, however. What this means is … (2 comments)

 
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