Phoenix Real Estate Blog

  It seems like we’re all clinging desperately to any shred of good news these days.  The Dow is up 2%?  Have a party!  So when the National Association of Realtors reported that home sales were up across the nation in February -- which wasn’t expected -- we all jumped for joy. “Existing-home sal...

  A recent survey commissioned by Move, Inc. (operator of Realtor.com®) found some interesting changes in attitude about homeownership.  And some of the findings surprised me, based on what I’d been reading in the news. Here are some highlights from the National Homeownership Survey: 23% of adult...

  At last count, there were 45,243 real estate licensees in the Phoenix area.  Sure, not every registered agent is actively involved in helping folks buy and sell real estate, but still -- there are a lot of agents out there.  Which is both wonderful and awful at the same time, if you’re looking ...

  Greater Phoenix Area February Real Estate Market Update For Thurs. March 12 Posted Weds. March 18 Read on for a snapshot of what went on in the Phoenix area real estate market in February.  Enjoy! What specifically happened last month/quarter in this market? A total of 8,510 resale homes sold i...

As you’ve most certainly heard by now (news travels fast these days!), the Obama administration on Wednesday formally announced the details of its plan to help save American homeowners.  But what does the plan mean for you -- a current, or prospective, homeowner?  Read on to find out. . .   The “...

  According to Hoyle, in 21 you hit on a 16 (unless the dealer is showing a face card) and stay on a 17 -- with some exceptions.  You split a 10 or 11 and double down on two face cards.  But in real estate, there is no Hoyle’s book of rules that help you determine when to buy, when to sell, and w...

  According to Hoyle, in 21 you hit on a 16 (unless the dealer is showing a face card) and stay on a 17 -- with some exceptions.  You split a 10 or 11 and double down on two face cards.  But in real estate, there is no Hoyle’s book of rules that help you determine when to buy, when to sell, and w...

  Spring is almost here (and can’t you tell; it’s already hit 90°!).  This month, fun activities to enjoy with your kids, your date, or by yourself abound.  Thanks, as always, to About.com for the listing information. 4th Friday ArtWalk What: Photography, jewelry, crafts, paintings, sculptures an...

  As you’ve most certainly heard by now (news travels fast these days!), the Obama administration on Wednesday formally announced the details of its plan to help save American homeowners.  But what does the plan mean for you -- a current, or prospective, homeowner?  Read on to find out. . . The “...

  An Arizona Republic reader submitted an interesting question the other day that I thought would be worth discussing here.   The question: I am a real-estate agent in the West Valley trying to help homeowners avoid foreclosures on their homes. Some of the lenders refuse to discuss a "short sale,...