Buy or Sell Homes in South East Valley of Arizona

At one point or another, you’ve probably heard someone say, “Yesterday was the best time to buy a home, but the next best time is today.” That’s because nationally, home values continue to rise. And with mortgage rates still stubbornly high and home prices going up, you may be holding out for prices to fall or trying to time the market for that perfect rate. But here’s the truth: waiting for the right moment could cost you in the long run. Home Prices Are Still Rising – Just at a More Normal Pace The idea that prices will drop dramatically is wishful thinking in most markets. According to the Home Price Expectations Survey from Fannie Mae, industry analysts are saying prices are projected to keep rising through at least 2029. While we’re no longer seeing the steep spikes of previous years, experts project a steady and sustainable increase of around 3-4% per year, nationally. And the good news is, this is a much more normal pace – a welcome sign for hopeful buyers (see graph below) ...

There’s nothing as exciting as finding the perfect home. From the right number of bedrooms to a spacious yard, finding a house that satisfies your standards can have you eager to call it home sweet home. However, excitement can turn to distress if the home inspection report turns up needed repairs. But don’t fret—you can negotiate. Use the information in this blog to better understand the process and prepare questions for your real estate agent. The inspection process  Home inspections are an essential part of the home buying process. They can help you uncover potential problems and address these issues in a timely and efficient way so you can focus on moving into your new home. Most inspections focus on: Appliances & Mechanical  Structural aspects & Pool Electrical & Plumbing  HVAC system Drainage & Termites Roof & attic All components of the home-- NOT any superficial/ decorative items.    All done as a visual inspection, ...

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  When you think of a REALTOR, what do you think of? Lately We are hearing overpaid, a rip off-- this saddens us as there is a Very Big Difference from a REALTOR and anyone who is licensed to sell real estate in my eyes. There is so much talk about value and what we do or don't do for the public. It is hard to see the differences or what is the benefits of using a Full Time- Full- Service REALTOR.  WE think of negotiating and building relationship, protection for our clients, working hard, educated to what is happening around a specific area and the pitfalls to know about, helping people every way WE can. We think of helping you get to your Whooo hooo!!!! moment, quickly, efficiently and navigating all the obstacles that can be in your path!  Yes, you can sell your home yourself, use a discount brokerage, or hire a agent/a broker not associated with NAR with the designation of a REALTOR. So why does it matter? What difference does it make? REALTORS have taken an oath and ...

  An escalation clause can help buyers gain a crucial edge in today's seller's market, but these offer addendums need to be handled with care. What is it? An escalation clause is a real estate contract, sometimes called an escalator, that lets a home buyer say: “I will pay “x” price for this home, but if the seller receives another offer that’s higher than mine, I’m willing to increase my offer by “Z” to “Y” price. Just be sure you have the cash to back up the offer.  How does an escalation clause work? While escalation clauses vary significantly, the general escalation addendum has a few basic components: •              What is the original offer of purchase price? •              How much will that price be escalated above any other competitive bid? •              What is the maximum amount...

  Buying a home can be very expensive. First there's the down payment. Then there are closing costs, including fees for an appraisal, inspection, and title search. And once you own it, the expenses continue to add up, with everything from maintenance to taxes and insurance. There are some tax benefits to owning a home, though. Tax-deductible homeowner costs can reduce the amount of income tax you have to pay. What is a tax-deductible expense? A tax-deductible expense is one that you can deduct from your adjustable gross income (AGI) when you file your taxes for the year. Deducting these costs reduces your taxable income, and the lower your taxable income, the less you'll pay in taxes. When looking at potential homeowner tax deductions, it's crucial to know the differences between standard and itemized deductions. A standard deduction is a specific dollar amount that reduces the amount of income on which you're taxed, based on your filing status, age, and other...

Here's what we're seeing in the market these days:  With buyers and sellers focused on the holidays, the downward trend we are seeing is very common for this time of year. Although the numbers (in terms of inventory) and sales price are not in favor of buyers, hopefully buyers will see some new and rising inventory just around the corner (January/February). On a positive note for buyers, this is still an amazing time for buyers to take advantage of record low interest rates especially with the Federal Reserve acknowledging that they plan to raise rates (more than once) in the upcoming year. 2022 is forecasted to be a seller’s market, albeit a weaker one than we have seen in 2021. Sellers should continue to avoid overpricing their homes because numbers indicate a direct correlation between overpriced listings to higher concessions to buyers and higher days on the market. Overall, Arizona is still seeing record numbers in the real estate market and experts do not see ...