Phoenix, Arizona
Summer is one of the busiest seasons in the real estate market. With the warm weather, longer days and the school year ending, many people are eager to buy a new home or move into a bigger one. If you are looking to sell your home this summer, there are several things you should do…
If you're considering making some upgrades to your home, adding a pool might be one of the best investments you can make. Not only does it provide a great space to relax and cool off during hot summer months, but it can also significantly increase your home's value. Here’s how building a pool can increase…
Purchasing a home is one of the most significant investments that most people will make in their lifetime. It is a decision that requires careful consideration, especially when it comes to choosing between a new build and an existing property. While there are benefits to both options, there are several compelling reasons why you should…
Activity in the housing market has decelerated a bit from the fast-paced environment we saw over a year ago.That being said, it helps to know where the market stands when buying or selling a property. Currently the inventory of available homes for sale is very low, making it still a seller’s market. Since there are…
Looking at homes which are adjacent to vacant or nearby undeveloped land always comes with a question mark. When viewing these homes use caution and take emotion out of the equation. Rather than becoming enamored with the vast open space behind the house, buyers should use a critical eye instead... envisioning the back of another…
If you want to sell your home fast and expect to get your asking price, you must stage it to attract as many buyers as possible. Home staging is a strategy that many sellers use to show off their property’s potential, and it’s one of the most important tasks you can do before putting your…
When you renovate your property, you’re showing potential renters that you care enough to make your property as attractive as possible to potential tenants. Yet, Many landlords make the mistake of over improving a rental property. Rentals need to be hard-wearing, since many tenants don’t respect the property as they would their own home. When…
At some point in their lives, most people will have enlisted the help of a real estate agent to buy or sell their home. While hiring a real estate agent isn’t required, many people turn to an agent for help navigating the process of buying or selling their home. Due to the many steps to…
A home inspection is a process where a licensed home inspector inspects the property, structural components, and major systems, including the heating and cooling, plumbing, electrical, and gas. After the inspection, the inspector puts together a detailed report of their findings and provides this report to the customer. While home inspections can be requested by…
When you’re self-employed and you want to buy a home, you fill out the same mortgage application as everyone else. Mortgage lenders also consider the same things when you’re a self-employed borrower: your credit score, how much debt you have, your assets and your income. It is true that self-employed homebuyers do have to jump…
