With nearly three months left in 2015, jumbo-mortgage borrowers can make tweaks to cut their tax bill in April Autumn chores: raking leaves, weatherproofing, storing the patio furniture and preparing for next year’s tax returns. With nearly three months left in the year, jumbo-mortgage borrowers still have time to make tweaks that can lessen what they owe in April. Here are some tips from tax experts—but be sure to consult a tax professional for specifics on your return. First, the tax rules are tricky for … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2015
Millennials consider buying homes as rents get more expensive
October 8, 2015 by Leave a Comment
While the Valley’s economy continues to improve, the housing market has lagged. “It’s been the one major missing piston in the whole economic recovery,” said Jim Huntzinger, chief investment officer of BOK Financial. “Housing has been slower than it almost ever has been coming out of any major recession.” And who do the experts blame? Millennials, mostly. Millennials, once labeled “the generation of renters,” have appeared to have no interest in buying homes – until now. “Partly, it’s the millennials (who) have … [Read more...]
5 housing projects breaking ground in Phoenix neighborhoods
October 8, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Phoenix is in a building boom. Cranes dot the downtown skyline as construction crews transform lots on nearly every major street. Housing projects run the gamut from apartments to townhouses, from the central city to the suburbs. Some already are underway. Others will need more planning and approval before they break ground. Downtown A rendering of Alta Fillmore. (Photo: Wood Partners, LLC.) Project: Alta Fillmore. Developer: Wood Partners, LLC. Location: Fillmore Street and … [Read more...]
10 Tips for Planning a Galley Kitchen
October 8, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Follow these guidelines to make your galley kitchen layout work better for you A galley kitchen consists of two parallel runs of units forming a central corridor in which to work. The galley layout works well for all kitchen styles; it’s also the preferred design of many professional chefs, who love it because it enhances safety and efficiency during cooking. Just like the compact galley on ships, for which the layout is named, galley designs optimize space by packing in an abundance of storage and work area, … [Read more...]
