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By Jane & Jeff Daley, PhD, Scottsdale Real Estate Arizona
(Luxury Valley Homes Scottsdale)
Achieving Your Homebuying Dreams in 2024 [INFOGRAPHIC]Some Highlights Planning to buy a home in 2024? Here’s what to focus on. Improve your credit score, plan for your down payment, get pre-approved, and decide what’s most important to you. Let’s connect so you have expert advice on how to achieve your home-buying goals this year.
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By Jan Green - Scottsdale, AZ, HomeSmart Elite Group, REALTOR®, EcoBroker, GREEN
(Value Added Service, 602-620-2699)
It's an interesting time in real estate.  Now that 2023 is over and time to review, there is a reason for many common  aspects of real estate across the US!  Brian Buffini reports that 90% of homeowners have interest rates less than 6%; and 25% of homeowners have interest rates below 3%.  This explains why inventory has been low!   And during the housing recession home builders stopped building.  This aspect of housing also helped to create a current inventory shortage. The 2023 Year To Date Dollar Volume for the Phoenix housing market was higher than 2019 and slightly lower than 2020. All things considered, 2023 was a good sales volume year if you look at the trajectory from 2019 to 2023 and ignore the frenzied years of 2020, 2021 and half of 2022.  The housing frenzy was an anomaly as...
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By Jane & Jeff Daley, PhD, Scottsdale Real Estate Arizona
(Luxury Valley Homes Scottsdale)
Luxury Valley Homes;What are your goals for 2024? Let’s connect and find a home that has enough room for you to reach your goals this year.
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By Jane & Jeff Daley, PhD, Scottsdale Real Estate Arizona
(Luxury Valley Homes Scottsdale)
Don't underestimate the significance of pre-approval if you're considering purchasing a home. Rather than jumping ahead to envision your new living room or enjoying your future all-season patio, make sure you prioritize this vital step by working with a reputable lender. Here's why it's crucial.Although home price growth is stabilizing and mortgage rates have recently decreased, affordability remains a challenge. Furthermore, there is a limited inventory of homes available for sale, leading to fierce competition among prospective buyers. However, with a strategic approach, you can navigate these circumstances successfully – and pre-approval is the key factor.Understanding the Importance of Pre-ApprovalTo comprehend why pre-approval is so essential, it's necessary to delve into its detai...
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By Chris Dunham, The Real Estate Guy™
(Brokers Hub Realty)
Welcome to your dream home in the highly sought-after 85254 zip code, offering the best of North Scottsdale living. Located just minutes from Kierland Commons, Scottsdale Quarter, Horizon High School, and more, this exquisite four-bedroom, two-bathroom residence is a true gem, nestled on an expansive 10,000+ square foot lot in a tranquil cul-de-sac.The open-concept floor plan fills the interiors with natural light, creating an ideal space for entertaining. Two sliding glass doors in the great room and a skylight in the kitchen seamlessly blur the lines between indoor and outdoor living. The primary suite is a luxurious retreat, featuring a spa-like bathroom with a skylight, an oversized shower, a separate soaking tub, and a spacious walk-in closet with a built-in safe for your treasures...
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By Jane & Jeff Daley, PhD, Scottsdale Real Estate Arizona
(Luxury Valley Homes Scottsdale)
The Benefits of Working With an Agent When You Sell Your House [INFOGRAPHIC]Some Highlights When it comes to selling your house, the expertise of a trusted real estate agent can make a big difference. They’ll explain what’s happening today, what that means for you, and how to price and market your house. They’re also skilled negotiators and well versed in the contracts and disclosures involved. Let’s connect so you have expert advice throughout the entire process.
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By Jane & Jeff Daley, PhD, Scottsdale Real Estate Arizona
(Luxury Valley Homes Scottsdale)
Those who resist change view AI as a catastrophic event. Whether it's the opinions of renowned experts or self-proclaimed geniuses, this fear of AI's impact has been widely discussed. Similar concerns were raised when we transitioned from manual typewriters to electric ones, and when computers introduced word processors.There is a possibility, if not already a reality, that AI could be developed with malicious intent, causing chaos or even worse outcomes. This is precisely why the United States must excel in the development and utilization of AI.Imagine having an AI assistant who can professionally interact with your clients, adapt to different languages and even use your own image. Skeptical? I invite you to witness the impressive capabilities of my benchmark Avatar model at Introducin...
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By Jane & Jeff Daley, PhD, Scottsdale Real Estate Arizona
(Luxury Valley Homes Scottsdale)
The Story of One Dog’s Journey to Help a Veteran with Wartime Physical Issues   As a service K9, my life is dedicated to helping my veteran with his balance issues. It has been an incredible journey filled with challenges, but also with immense rewards. I have been by my veteran's side for over five years now, and I have seen firsthand the impact that I have on his life. This is my story.  I was born into a world of service. The humans who raised me as a puppy are experienced in training me to become the best service dog I can be, and they instilled in me a keen sense of duty and loyalty. From an early age, I knew that I wanted to serve those in need. When I was just a few months old, I was chosen to be a service K9 for a veteran who suffers from severe balance issues.  My training bega...
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By Jane & Jeff Daley, PhD, Scottsdale Real Estate Arizona
(Luxury Valley Homes Scottsdale)
What You Need To Know About Saving for a Home in 2024If you’re planning to buy a home, knowing what to budget for and how to save may sound intimidating – but it doesn’t have to be. One way to ease those concerns is to make sure you understand some of the costs you may encounter up front. And to do that, always turn to trusted real estate professionals. They can help you set a plan and take a strategic look at your budget and your process before you even get started.Here are just a few things experts say you should be thinking about.1. Down PaymentSaving for your down payment is likely top of mind as you set out to buy a home. But do you know how much you’ll need? While every buyer’s situation is different, there’s a common misconception that putting 20% of the purchase price down is re...
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By Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI, Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell
(HomeSmart Real Estate)
Are you looking for a Golf Course Lot Home in Sunny Scottsdale, Arizona? Here are UPDATED DAILY Scottsdale golf course homes for sale on the MLS listed by all brokers. Check here for pictures, prices and details of single family detached homes, condos, townhomes and patio homes on golf course lots.   Golf, sunsets, cacti, patio looking on the fairway now we are talking. Like golf course water views? Also, check out Scottsdale waterfront homes for sale. Call/Text me Jeff Masich 480-242-6500 as your Buyer's REALTOR® for any homes listed on the MLS. (Photo: Looking by Robin Higgins, Pixabay)Scottsdale golf course homes with great views are very nice!Scottsdale Arizona Golf Course Homes UPDATED DAILY on MLSScottsdale Golf Course Homes for Sale (all types) for a FULL PAGE view of detached ho...
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By Jane & Jeff Daley, PhD, Scottsdale Real Estate Arizona
(Luxury Valley Homes Scottsdale)
As the new year approaches, the idea of buying a home might be on your mind. It’s an exciting goal to set, and it's never too early to start laying the groundwork. One crucial step to prepare for homeownership is building a solid credit score.Lenders review your credit to assess your ability to make payments on time, pay back debts, and more. It’s also a factor that helps determine your mortgage rate. An article from CNBC explains: “When it comes to mortgages, a higher credit score can save you thousands of dollars in the long run. This is because your credit score directly impacts your mortgage rate, which determines the amount of interest you’ll pay over the life of the loan.” This means your credit score may feel even more important to your homebuying plans right now since mortgage r...
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By Jane & Jeff Daley, PhD, Scottsdale Real Estate Arizona
(Luxury Valley Homes Scottsdale)
Get Your House Ready To Sell This Winter [INFOGRAPHIC]Some Highlights As you get ready to sell your house, there are a few things you should add to your to-do list to make it inviting and boost curb appeal. To name just a couple, it’s a good idea to declutter, take down personal photos and items, touch up any scuffs on the walls, and tidy up your landscaping. Connect with a trusted real estate professional for advice on what else you may want to do to get your house ready to sell this season.
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By Chris Dunham, The Real Estate Guy™
(Brokers Hub Realty)
Condo in Grayhawk listed for Sale - Built in TenantOne bedroom, one bath condo for sale in Scottsdales community, Grayhawk. This unit was built in 2001 and features two swimming pools, fitness center, social club with billiards room. Swim up to Movie night in the warmer months of the year.Located on the 3rd floor, so no neighbors above ya, with some eye opening views of the desert landscape surrounding this exclusive, gated community. The unit has a nice sized great room, large kitchen area with breakfast bar, laundry area with full size washer and dryer along with a hall bathroom and balcony for enjoying some coffee, tea or milk. A gated community located just off Hayden and Thompson Peak Parkway, make this an ideal spot, not too far from the Loop 101 and a ton of shopping, dining and ...
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By Chris Dunham, The Real Estate Guy™
(Brokers Hub Realty)
He's checking his list, which side are you on?There is a sure fire way to get on Santa's Nice list, and that is making the decision to work with Santa's FAVORITE Real Estate Guy™ EVER! ME! HA!Seriously though, pursuing home ownership this time of year is actually better in Arizona than waiting until Mid to late February when our market starts to heat up. I have been selling homes for 24 years, Jan 2024 marks the start of my 25th, and what I have learned, our market follows the same cycle.Halloween to New Years, we are slow, but inventory rises and makes a great time to be a home buyer if we can find those "motivated sellers" who need to move due to relocation, divorce and "must move" situations.From New Years to mid to late February, the listing start cranking up higher, with the caveat...
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By Jan Green - Scottsdale, AZ, HomeSmart Elite Group, REALTOR®, EcoBroker, GREEN
(Value Added Service, 602-620-2699)
When I first read about this month's challenge, I thought, "I could have easily written 3 posts on this topic about 6 years ago."    During a twelve year period, I hosted monthly networking group meeting for a group I co-founded.   The networking group, "Pinnacle One Group" was not a BNI, but was created to be one person per profession.  We prided ourselves on referring each other.  My current home used several of the trades to complete the work during and after purchase! Each year at this time, we fed about 180 women and children at a women's overflow homeless shelter.  We raised funds, bought supplies, and about six to eight of us served dinner once a year.  Sometimes there were a few children of members who helped.  Parents of children made it a focus to mention to them how fortunate...
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By Jan Green - Scottsdale, AZ, HomeSmart Elite Group, REALTOR®, EcoBroker, GREEN
(Value Added Service, 602-620-2699)
Sandra Day O'Connor's memorial service was today in Washington DC.  In Arizona, she was a big deal.  For women, she'll always be a big deal.  She was the first female Supreme Court Justice, selected by President Ronald Reagan.  She became an attorney when women were seldom hired, much less given any kind of opportunity.  Sandra Day O'Connor was 93.  Growing up on a 50,000 acre ranch that encompassed  Southeastern Arizona  and Southwestern New Mexico, there was no indoor plumbing or electricity in it's early beginnings.  There wasn't a school anywhere near that ranch.  So, she was sent to live with her grandparents in El Paso, TX to go to school  She graduated high school at sixteen and attended Stanford where she earned a degree in Economics.   Continuing her education at Stanford, she ...
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By Joyce Tawes, ABR, CRS, CLHMS, CNE
(Live Better in Scottsdale)
  It's the most wonderful time of the year. But for many families with festive plans and hectic schedules, it can also be the most wasteful. According to one survey, 60% of respondents admitted to throwing away more than usual during the holiday months as they filled up their trash bins with uneaten food, wrapping paper, gift bags, and commercial packaging.1 The reality is, Americans routinely toss about 25% more trash between Thanksgiving and New Year’s than at any other time of year, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.2 In fact, we throw away so much ribbon during the holidays—around 38,000 miles’ worth—that the discarded material could easily run more than one and a half times around the Earth.3 Luckily, it’s not that hard to shift our habits and plan for a more su...
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By Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI, Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell
(HomeSmart Real Estate)
Are you thinking of moving to Sunny Scottsdale Arizona? Here are Scottsdale Single Family Homes For Sale UPDATED DAILY!  In Scottsdale Arizona you will be living in one of the best cities to live in in America. Come for a Visit and hike the cool West Fork Trail and the Oak Creek in Sedona which is only 90 miles from Scottsdale. Scottsdale and Phoenix are in the center of the state with easy access to the high country and the deserts. There is so much to do in Scottsdale and did I mention the the SUN? Take a hike, play some golf, a jeep tour, art walk, climb Camelback Mountain. However there are plenty of OTHER things to do as well. You may wish to bookmark or save this blog link if you are planning to visit or move to Arizona.... Read on.Sunny Scottsdale Arizona Homes For Sale on MLS an...
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By Joyce Tawes, ABR, CRS, CLHMS, CNE
(Live Better in Scottsdale)
- November 2023 Scottsdale Homes for Sale and Home Sales - November was another quiet month for home sales activity in Scottsdale. Typically, this time of year is quiet and our November numbers were pretty similar to what we saw in December of 2022. SCOTTSDALE HOME SALES ACTIVITY – NOVEMBER 2023 In this report,we track the following four sales statuses each month: - Single-family homes for sale - Orange Line - How many homes were for sale at the end of the month. - Under contract, but accepting backup offers (UCB) - Gray Line - The number of UCB contracts at the end of the month. - Pending home sales - Yellow Line - How many pending sales there were at the end of the month.*- Home Sales - Blue Line - How many homes sold each month. NOVEMBER 2023 RESULTS Scottsdale Homes for Sale: Invent...
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