Robin's Rendition

As the mortgage crisis continues, many homeowners are finding themselves in a position of facing a possible foreclosure.  Some of these borrowers are opting to sell their homes as a short sale.  However, that is not necessarily the best solution for everyone.  It is important that you know your o...

The problem with the housing market has certainly reached a crescendo in recent months and has gained the attention of the Bush administration recently.  The current suggestion is to put a five-year rate freeze on sub-prime mortgages that are currently being paid on time at introductory rates, bu...

If you live on the east side of Tucson you are most likely aware that Houghton Road is slated to be expanded soon.  For those of us in Rita Ranch and Vail, the section of Houghton Road between Valencia and I-10 are of special interest.So what's happening there?  I'm glad you asked.  I recently at...

Rita Ranch is a great, family-oriented neighborhood.  Apparently the wildlife agrees because my 10-year old found a young resident in our back yard yesterday that I was not expecting to come for a visit.  It turned out to be a baby Diamondback Rattlesnake.  Many people believe that baby rattlesna...

I am a single mom who works from home as a real estate agent.  For the past 3 1/2 years, I have also been home schooling my daughter, who is now in the 6th grade.  However, as my real estate business is consuming more of my time, I have found that I am unable to give my career the attention it ne...

Although we are still hearing doom and gloom in the national media regarding the housing market, locally things are continuing to improve.  The Tucson real estate market is still not where it was 2-3 years ago, but it is no longer in a decline either.  Homeowners who have seen their values declin...

I want to wish a Happy Veteran's Day to all veterans and to those currently serving in the U.S. military.  To honor those who have given of themselves to protect our lives and our freedoms, I would like to say "Thank You" by offering you a discount on your next transaction with me.  If you are cu...

Today I went to Fort Huachuca to go to my youngest brother's graduation.  I was managing my time very well (rare for a Realtor, I know) and I arrived at the base at 10:35.  Graduation was at 11:00 AM.  Unfortunately, the security on base would not let me enter.  I really am a law abiding citizen,...

Here in Tucson, AZ, like the rest of the country, the market has slowed down and homes are taking longer to sell.  Inevitably, I have had more than one person ask me why I think their home isn't selling.  Unfortunately, these people have had their homes listed with another REALTOR.  I believe tha...

I was perusing the news online this morning and came across an interesting real estate related story.  There is a couple in Pennsylvania who are selling their home and offering to refund the money to the buyers upon their (the sellers') death.  This is a new twist on buyer incentives certainly, b...