Source: Ruben Caginalp via MSN.com A home appraisal is conducted by a licensed professional to determine what your home is worth before you put it on the market and sell it. The process could cost several hundred dollars, depending on factors such as property size and location. How does a home appraisal work? appraiser looks at a number of factors, including comparable homes within the local market, location, age and condition of the home, structural construction and materials, size of the home and square … [Read more...]
3 Tips for Home Sellers in 2022
January 27, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Source: MSN.com | via The Washington Post - Opinion by Ilyce Glink and Samuel J. Tamkin Experts are forecasting that 2022 will be another year of the housing market favoring sellers over buyers. As we learned last year, the housing market is short by as much as 6.5 million homes, according to the National Association of Realtors. Redfin reports that buyers are facing the fewest number of listings on record, as the number of active listings fell 27 percent from a year ago. One example: … [Read more...]
New Year’s Eve events and parties 2021: Where to celebrate the start of 2022 in the Valley
December 29, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Source: ABC 15 - Josh Frigerio PHOENIX — Update (Dec. 28): Because rain is in the forecast, the NYE block party at Margaret T. Hance Park will be relocated to Walter Where?House, an indoor events venue in Phoenix. All tickets already purchased will be honored at the new event. Refunds are also being accepted for those unable to make it. We've updated that specific listing below. Adios. Good riddance. Goodbye, to 2021. And, hello — maybe. We hope. — to 2022. If you're looking for a spot to ring in the … [Read more...]
Events & Festivities in and around Scottsdale
December 15, 2021 by Leave a Comment
There are so many fun things to do and see in our great city! Check out these links to get the details: https://www.experiencescottsdale.com/events/ Holiday Lights at Salt River Fields PlayStation Fiesta Bowl https://www.experiencescottsdale.com/event/holiday-lights-at-mccormick-stillman-railroad-park/367081/ … [Read more...]
11 Of The Most Beautiful Fall Destinations In Arizona
October 14, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Source: Only In Your State | Katie Lawrence Fall in Arizona is a truly enchanting time, with so many magical places to explore. From the Snowbowl to Apple Annie’s and everywhere in-between, here are the 11 most beautiful autumn destinations to visit this year in Arizona. 1. Aspen Nature Lollipop Trail (Flagstaff) At just under three miles long, this easy, short-and-sweet trail is one of the most iconic fall destinations in Arizona. You haven't lived until you've hiked through a grove of brilliantly … [Read more...]
This Is the US City Where Home Prices Are Soaring
August 31, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Source: Douglas McIntyre | 24/7 Wallstreet for MSN Money | August 31, 2021 Home sales, and prices, are at unprecedented levels for several reasons. Among them, mortgage rates sit near all-time lows, which makes homeownership more affordable. The incomes of upper-class and middle-class Americans were, for the most part, not affected by the pandemic, which has allowed them to remain in the market for homes. The pandemic did trigger a migration of people from large coastal cities to those that are more affordable. … [Read more...]
Style by Fire: How to Pick the Perfect Fire Pit to Heat Things Up Outside
November 13, 2019 by
good fire pit can take your outdoor space from meh to downright magical with one strike of a match—especially on a crisp autumn night. But finding the perfect fire pit for your backyard can seem like an impossible task, especially considering the crazy-big selection that’s out there. Should you choose something simple and portable, or something more permanent that will become a design element in your home? Do you need space to cook, or are you just hoping to stay warm while stargazing? … [Read more...]
10 Design Trends Coming To A Home Near You
October 29, 2019 by
Design trends flip and flop over time. For example, when bright colors are popular, you can expect darker, moodier colors to take over next. You can probably chalk it up to homeowners getting tired of designs they’re seeing everywhere and wanting something different. Whatever the reason, design trends are always in flux. To get a snapshot of what’s trending now, we asked several designers and home builders what their clients are requesting. Here are 10 design trends they think are on the rise. 1. Warmer … [Read more...]
Where Buyers Are Cashing In! The Top 10 U.S. Markets for Flipping
October 21, 2019 by Leave a Comment
These days, it seems like just about everyone is either getting into the real estate game or wistfully dreaming about it. The popularity of HGTV has made many folks believe they can pocket some serious cash renovating an old home and then reselling or renting it out for sweet, sweet profits. Easy! But then there's a pesky little thing we call "reality." To truly make bank in the housing investment game, you need to pick your markets carefully—especially since profits just about everywhere are being squeezed … [Read more...]
