west usa realty: Best Restaurants Near McDowell Mountain Ranch Homes for Sale - 09/08/15 12:30 AM
Best Restaurants Near McDowell Mountain Ranch Homes for Sale 
One great reason why homes for sale in McDowell Mountain Ranch Scottsdale are good investments is the charming appeal of Downtown Scottsdale’s historic past, which brings in many tourists and guests from all over the country.
 
 
The trend now in Scottsdale is old houses being turned into restaurants and dining spots which create intimate and interesting dining settings for families and tourists.
 
Here are some of the best historic homes turned into dining spots near McDowell Mountain Ranch homes for sale:
 
Old Town Tortilla Factory
Set in a 75-year old home in Scottsdale AZ, the Old Town … (3 comments)

west usa realty: Summer Staging Tips for Homes for Sale in McDowell Mountain Ranch AZ - 08/10/15 12:02 AM
Summer Staging Tips for Homes for Sale in McDowell Mountain Ranch AZ 
Just as most people are preparing for a perfect “beach body” for the summer, sellers of McDowell Mountain Ranch homes for sale should also make their properties ready for the summer selling season to attract more potential buyers.

 
Staged homes for sale spend 78% less time on the market than homes that are not staged or vacant.
 
Here are some great tips on staging your home for sale in McDowell Mountain Ranch Scottsdale this summer:
 
1. Make them feel welcome. Roll out a nice new welcome mat on your doorstep and make … (0 comments)

west usa realty: Now Is the Best Time for Homes for Sale in McDowell Mountain Ranch AZ - 07/09/15 12:12 AM
Now Is the Best Time for Homes for Sale in McDowell Mountain Ranch AZ 
The second half of 2015 is the best time to list your homes for sale in McDowell Mountain Ranch Scottsdale. The demand for homes is back and what’s even better is - home prices are continuing to rise!
 
 
“Over one-third of homes sell in two weeks or less in the markets we track,” says Redfin’s chief economist, Nela Richardson. This means that homes are selling like hotcakes in today’s market. Most homes stay in the market for 39 days or even less than a month.
 
This comes as no surprise … (0 comments)

west usa realty: Fun Summer Activities for Free Near McDowell Mountain Ranch Homes - 06/23/15 01:32 AM
Fun Summer Activities for Free Near McDowell Mountain Ranch Homes 
Summer is in and school is out. If you live in McDowell Mountain Ranch homes and are looking for fun ways to spend the summer vacation with your kids but you are on a tight budget, there are still lots of ways to make the most out of summer without breaking the bank.
 
 
Here are some free summer activities you and your kids can enjoy near homes for sale in McDowell Mountain Ranch Scottsdale:
 
1. Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve
Explore this true oasis in the Sonoran Desert with more than 60 miles of trails suited for … (0 comments)

west usa realty: Fun Summer Events Near McDowell Mountain Ranch Homes Scottsdale - 06/09/15 01:16 AM
Fun Summer Events Near McDowell Mountain Ranch Homes Scottsdale 
Turn on the summer heat with these cool events near McDowell Mountain Ranch homes for sale in Scottsdale:
 
 
1. Stand Up and Shout Comedy Night - June 13, 2015
Enjoy a night of laughs, food, and drinks, while helping a great cause. A portion of the funds raised from this event will go to Blessings in a Backpack, a non-profit organization helping provide meals for elementary school children who are needy all over America.
 
The event happens on June 13, starting at 7:30PM to 11:00PM, at the Hotel Valley Ho. General admission tickets cost $85 and include … (0 comments)

west usa realty: Fun Summer Activities Near McDowell Mountain Ranch Homes Scottsdale AZ - 05/27/15 01:04 AM
Fun Summer Activities Near McDowell Mountain Ranch Homes Scottsdale AZ 
When you think of Scottsdale AZ this summer, do you imagine a dry, barren desert and scorching heat? Not for residents of McDowell Mountain Ranch homes! Locals of Scottsdale have a secret they want to share to visitors and those thinking of buying homes for sale in McDowell Mountain Ranch Scottsdale. It’s a secret that helps them survive the hot months from May until August.  
Whether it’s an early morning hike in the lush Sonoran Desert, golfing in the cooler morning hours, cooling down at a resort pool while sipping margarita, or spending … (0 comments)

west usa realty: Fun Memorial Day Activities for McDowell Mountain Ranch Home Residents - 05/12/15 01:03 AM
Fun Memorial Day Activities for McDowell Mountain Ranch Home Residents 
Memorial Day is a time when the whole nation commemorates the military men and women who died in the service of their country. It is a much anticipated holiday for family gatherings, backyard barbecues, or an evening out with family and friends.
Scottsdale has a variety of Memorial Day festivities for everyone including McDowell Mountain Ranch homes for sale residents starting with a Memorial Day Service at 10am at the war memorial in Civic Center Plaza. Scottsdale Mayor Jim Lane and Army Col. Marty Park will be speaking during the event. Afterwards, there will be a … (1 comments)

west usa realty: What to Do if Your McDowell Mountain Ranch Home for Sale Does Not Sell - 04/28/15 12:57 AM
What to Do if Your McDowell Mountain Ranch Home for Sale Does Not Sell
If your home for sale in McDowell Mountain Ranch Scottsdale has been on the market for too long, buyers may get the impression that there is something wrong with the home or it is overpriced.
 
To avoid a bad reputation, some sellers pull their listing off the market for a time to reassess it and then relist it later.
 
But even if you pull your home for sale in McDowell Mountain Ranch Arizona off the market and relist it with a new agent, it still won’t appear as a new listing. There are certain … (0 comments)

west usa realty: 10 Things That Can Kill The Sale of Your McDowell Mountain Ranch Home - 04/16/15 12:24 AM
10 Things That Can Kill The Sale of Your McDowell Mountain Ranch Home
 
When you are putting up your McDowell Mountain Ranch home for sale, you need to make sure it is in great condition if you don’t want it to sit on the market with no offers.
 
If you want your home for sale in McDowell Mountain Ranch Scottsdale to sell fast and at the right price, you would want to avoid the following:
 
 
1. Damage. Whether your home had been used as a rental and sloppy tenants have abused your home or you just haven’t maintained it as well as you … (0 comments)

west usa realty: 7 Kid-Friendly Places Near McDowell Mountain Ranch Scottsdale Homes - 03/31/15 03:26 AM
7 Kid-Friendly Places Near McDowell Mountain Ranch Scottsdale Homes
 
McDowell Mountain Ranch Scottsdale homes for sale are a hit among families looking for family-friendly communities because of its proximity to all the conveniences as well as entertainment of Scottsdale, AZ.
 
 
If you are looking for places to go and things to do to keep the little ones entertained, here are the top 7 kid-friendly places in Scottsdale AZ:
 
1. AZ on the Rocks
Experienced and novice climbers near homes for sale in McDowell Mountain Ranch Scottsdale will enjoy going vertical at Arizona’s largest indoor climbing gym which features 30-ft high walls with equipment … (0 comments)

west usa realty: Top 5 Fun and Free Things to Do in Scottsdale AZ - 03/17/15 02:18 AM
Top 5 Fun and Free Things to Do in Scottsdale AZ  
 
If you just bought a home for sale in McDowell Mountain Ranch Scottsdale and are looking for fun activities to do with your family, Scottsdale just happens to be the perfect place for fun this summer. What’s better is you don’t need to spend too much to enjoy living here!
 

 
Civic Center Mall Take a stroll along 3 acres of open public space located in the center of downtown Scottsdale. You can take a leisurely walk along the gardens or check out the variety of shops, museums, … (1 comments)

west usa realty: The Best Place to Go for Families in McDowell Mountain Ranch Homes - 01/26/15 11:42 PM
The Best Place to Go for Families in McDowell Mountain Ranch Homes  
 
The proximity of the Family Fun Zone to McDowell Mountain Ranch homes for sale make it an ideal place to live in, since it offers the entire family a great place for recreation and entertainment.
 
The Family Fun Zone is located in McDowell Mountain Ranch Scottsdale AZ, just south of Bell Road between 91st and 94th street.
 

 
Residents of McDowell Mountain Ranch homes can find performing arts centers, work out facilities, family owned businesses, and more inside the Family Fun Zone.
 
It is also … (0 comments)

west usa realty: Perfect Place to Hang Out for McDowell Mountain Ranch Home Residents - 01/12/15 12:05 PM
The Perfect Place to Hang Out for McDowell Mountain Ranch Home Residents  
 
Looking for the perfect place to hang out near your McDowell Mountain Ranch home this winter? Check out Alltel Ice Den in north Scottsdale AZ.
 

 
The Ice Den, located in 9375 E Bell Road, is a 150,000-square foot world class ice skating rink and entertainment center with a fitness center and restaurants in North Scottsdale, just minutes away from McDowell Mountain Ranch homes in Scottsdale AZ.
 
Proclaimed as “the Best Place in the Valley to Play Hockey” by the Arizona Republic, the Ice Den has revolutionized … (0 comments)

west usa realty: What Are The Best Golf Courses Near McDowell Mountain Ranch Homes? - 12/15/14 11:31 PM
What Are The Best Golf Courses Near McDowell Mountain Ranch Homes?  
One of the great things about living in McDowell Mountain Ranch Homes is being close to many great golf courses.
 

 
McDowell Mountain Golf Club is the nearest and most popular golf course here. Located on the western slope of McDowell Mountains Scottsdale AZ and adjacent to the famous Westworld equestrian center, this posh golf course has now expanded to 7,072 yards and offers golfers of all levels a more enjoyable and amazing game of golf.
 
The new McDowell Mountain Golf Club in Scottsdale AZ, which was formerly … (1 comments)

west usa realty: 4 Reasons Why You’ll Fall In Love With McDowell Mountain Ranch Homes - 12/04/14 10:18 PM
4 Reasons Why You’ll Fall In Love With McDowell Mountain Ranch Homes  
McDowell Mountain Ranch homes sits on 3,200 acres in the McDowell Mountains, northeast of Scottsdale Arizona. “The Ranch,” as it is popularly known, is a sought after location for homes for sale because of many reasons.
 

 
Here are some of the reasons why you’ll fall in love with McDowell Mountain Ranch homes:
 
1.  Convenience
 
McDowell Mountain ranch real estate is conveniently located near the amenities of North Scottsdale. You’ll also find trails connecting to other neighborhoods and conveniently leading to elementary and middle schools, … (2 comments)

west usa realty: Remodeling Projects For Your McDowell Mountain Ranch Home - 11/24/14 10:23 PM
Remodeling Projects For Your McDowell Mountain Ranch Home  
If you are selling your McDowell Mountain Ranch home, remodeling projects can greatly increase the value of your home. Remodeling projects that add value are those that potential buyers will perceive as valuable and are willing to pay extra for. Home remodeling projects should also enhance the style, design, and comfort of your home. And will add Market Appeal.
 

 
1. Kitchen
 
The kitchen is the new heart of the home, since it is the busiest spot of the house. Aside from increasing the value of your home, remodeling your … (1 comments)

west usa realty: Landscaping Increases the Value of Your Scottsdale Home - 11/18/14 12:27 AM
Landscaping Increases the Value of Your Scottsdale Home  
If you want to increase the value of your Scottsdale home in McDowell Mountain Ranch, one of the best things to do is to improve the landscaping of your home.
Ranch-style homes are the mark of all-American homes. The are traditionally one-story sprawling properties in single-family residential lots.
You can increase the value of your Scottsdale home for sale in McDowell Mountain Ranch AZ by updating the landscaping. Before you attempt to do so, you should take into consideration certain factors like the type of architecture and the existing condition of the site in … (2 comments)

west usa realty: How Much Does It Cost to Sell My McDowell Mountain Ranch Home - 11/10/14 10:04 PM
How Much Does It Cost to Sell my McDowell Mountain Ranch Home  
Before knowing how much you can sell your home for sale in McDowell Mountain Ranch Scottsdale, it is important to know how much it costs to sell it.
Generally, selling expenses costs about 8.25% of the sales price of the home,  including commissions and closing costs paid by the seller. Although this is not an exact figure, it will depend on many factors. If you know what the expenses are in selling a home and the factors that affect them, you will be able to come up with a … (0 comments)

west usa realty: 5 Things to Prepare Before Selling Your McDowell Mountain Ranch Home (Part 1) - 11/03/14 10:27 PM
5 Things to Prepare Before Selling Your McDowell Mountain Ranch Home (Part 1)  
Most people know that cleaning, decluttering, staging, and taking good photos of a home are essential to sell it. But before you list your home for sale in McDowell Mountain Ranch Scottsdale, make sure you also do these other important preparations:
 
Gather Your Documents.             Before you go “all out” in doing general cleaning and decluttering your home, find all the important and relevant documents you will need for the sale. This may include operating manuals for your HVAC system, list of repair, upgrades, and renovations made on … (0 comments)

west usa realty: What to Ask a Realtor About Your McDowell Mountain Ranch Home (Part 2) - 10/27/14 09:01 AM
What to Ask a Realtor About Your McDowell Mountain Ranch Home for Sale (Part 2)  
In the previous article, we discussed how important it is to hire the right agent when trying to sell your homes for sale in McDowell Mountain Ranch Scottsdale. The agent you choose can make or break your sale.
 
We discussed the first 5 questions you should ask an agent to determine if he or she is the right one.
 
Here are the 5 other questions to ask a Realtor about your homes for sale in McDowell Mountain Ranch AZ:
 
6. Can you … (0 comments)

 
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