Buy or Sell Homes in South East Valley of Arizona

At some point in our lives many of us have had to move. Whether it’s from mom and dad’s house to our first apartment or from a home where we raised our children to a smaller home. It can be heartbreaking to part with items that  we've  hung on to just to de-clutter for the next move but  we've  got to do it.  One way to to off set that is to do it from year to year, so starting  this year why not try de-  cluttering  your home to give it new life and perhaps you will fall back in love with it?  Here are my De-Cluttering 101 Tips: 1.) Organize . Designate four empty bins where you will put items to keep, throw away, give away, or recycle. There is no “maybe” pile. [You can have a “sell” pile if you have a plan to sell the items such on eBay or at a yard sale. Once the sale is over, you must get rid of unsold items.] 2.)  Go slowly . Start with the refrigerator then a closet or drawer per day. Place each item in one of the four designated bins. No cheating except ite

You have dreamed about owning a home.  You have  saved for the down payment. Now it’s time to start looking for a house that’s right for you. It seems overwhelming to think about location, features, and other factors and that’s okay. That’s why you hired a full-time real estate agent; they can help you find a place to call home.  Here are 6 top things to consider:         Budget . No matter how badly you want the big house on the hill overlooking the lake, if it  isn't  in your budget, it’s not the house that’s right for you. Stay within your budget so you’re not house poor after purchasing your home. You will still have moving expenses, furniture purchases, and possible renovations, not to mention date night or nights out with friends and family.         Lifestyle . Think about how you live your life. If you travel a lot, you might purchase a condo because it is less upkeep. If you have dogs, you might want a yard and if you have kids you might opt out of a home with a p

In Arizona, there is a program called Save Our Home, it is Federally back program that looks at your situation and can help you pay down your principal, or reduce your monthly mortgage payments.   Are you or someone you know struggling to pay your mortgage? Well there is help!! http://www.azhousing.gov/ There is a program that could help with lowing monthly payments, or perhaps reducing principal. Take a quick survey and you could get help! Click here to find out more! There is a survey you must take to see if you qualify; https://www.saveourhomeaz.gov/self-assessment/ I hope this helps you or someone you know-- for further information to see the value of your home so perhaps you could sell it please contact me and I will be happy to go over your options.

As the holidays approach, home sellers are often tempted to take their homes off the market until spring—or even wait until spring to list. After all, buyers are too busy now to search for houses, right? In a word, no. As a rule, you should list your home when you want to sell it, not when you think it will sell, because no one can predict with any certainty when the right buyer might show up at your door. In fact, canceling or postponing your listing may actually prove counterproductive.  Here are three reasons why: 1. Motivated Buyers Buyers who take time from their holiday preparations―and their holiday time off work―to house-hunt tend to be serious buyers who are ready to move. Although some buyers prefer to move in warmer weather, those who are relocating or who are purchasing upon expiration of their leases don't have a choice. Furthermore, buyers who have no children, and buyers already living in your school district, may not have a seasonal preference. 2. Less Compet

Either Way, You’re Still Paying a Mortgage November 4 2014 There are some people that have not purchased a home because they are uncomfortable taking on the obligation of a mortgage- or perhaps you can't because of a short sale or a foreclosure. Everyone should realize that, unless you are living with your parents rent free, you are paying a mortgage - either your mortgage or your landlord’s. There are programs out there to help get you back on your feet and start reaping the benefits that you deserve! As a paper from the Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University explains:  “Households must consume housing whether they own or rent. Not even accounting for more favorable tax treatment of owning, homeowners pay debt service to pay down their own principal while households that rent pay down the principal of a landlord plus a rate of return. That’s yet another reason owning often does—as Americans intuit—end up making more financial sense than renting.” Also, i

The pride of ownership shows in this well-appointed highly upgraded 3 bedroom --Much nicer than a new home –it is the complete package! 2 baths, 2 car extended garage. It boasts beautiful 18in tile throughout the home, custom interior paint, with carpeting in all bedrooms & upgraded carpet in the split master bedroom and large walk-in- closet, and a wonderful great room feel with kitchen and living room area wired for surround sound. The kitchen has many upgrades; with pull out shelves, pendant lighting, granite counter tops, under cabinet lighting, Stainless steel appliances (fridge in garage conveys not one in kitchen) double ovens are ready for the holidays. Plantation shutters and faux wood blinds are throughout the home. This backyard is well equipped, too! Pavers extend the patio to lead you to a wonderful sitting area by the gas fire pit, perfect for those winter gatherings, overlooking the mature plants, and trees, grass with nice curbing to finish it off. The covered pati

You have been looking for this home!  Such pride in ownership…this 3 bed+ den 2 bath home has many features including a great kitchen island, all kitchen Stainless steel appliances, including the gas stove with convection oven convey along with the washer and dryer, a walk in pantry and pull out shelves will have every cheering!  Looking for convenience, with 3 linen closets, remote ceiling fans, programmable thermostat, tile throughout the house, surround sound, separate tub and shower and to top it off a 20 amp service in the garage and it is extended by 2 ft, and for the cherry on top a new AC and Hot water heater—this home is calling you! http://www.visualshows.com/edit_show.php?user_id=8210&show_id=158715 Contact me if you would like to see it!!  :) Elaine Beery-- 480-570-1912  BeeryRealty@gmail.com

Well as we all know living near an airport can be very challenging.  But when the air port changes it's flight patterns it can be a nightmare.  Hundreds — possibly thousands — of Phoenix residents took notice when the Federal Aviation Administration changed a flight path last month for some planes departing from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Those central Phoenix residents in the new path can hear (and feel) more than a hundred planes at all hours of the day and night---- And now those residents are making their own noise. See what AZCentral has to say about it!   http://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/phoenix/2014/09/30/phoenix-neighbors-protest-sky-harbor-flight-path-change/16514411/

The proposed Loop 202 freeway, also known as the South Mountain Freeway, would run east and west along Pecos Road and then turn north between 55th and 63rd avenues, connecting with Interstate 10 on each end. A video simulation of the proposed freeway is provided below. The South Mountain Freeway is the last piece to complete the Loop 202 and Loop 101 freeway system necessary for high-quality regional mobility. This is the needed last connection for the loop 202.  Folks form Laveen and Buckeye have been long waiting this.  But there are many folks  in  Ahwatukee   that this will impact poorly.   Click here to see what exactly Adot has to say about this project. http://www.azdot.gov/projects/phoenix-metro-area/loop-202-south-mountain-freeway 

Wow, you have to see this one!  4 bedrooms, with an office/den and a loft 3.5 bathroom 3 car garage it has a very comfortable floor plan. The kitchen is equipped with s. s. appliances, corian countertops, lots of storage and a nice pantry and a large kitchen island. The master suite has enough room for a cozy sitting area & master bath has a separate shower and a garden tub, double sinks and a generous walk-in closet. 2 of the other bedrooms have a Jack and Jill bathroom between them; the last bedroom has access to the hall bathroom.  Also, boasting a very large loft and a 3 car garage.  Don’t hesitate you need to see this one, call and schedule your appointment soon, it is not going to last!    For more information and lots more pictures click here http://listings.realbird.com/F8A2E2F7/353501.aspx

All homes talk. Sometimes it just takes a trained ear to hear what they’re saying. Some real estate professionals maintain that having a home inspection prior to listing offers several benefits to the seller. Identifying possible property related “red flags” early in the transaction could potentially save the transaction from menacing roadblocks that threaten to send everyone back to the negotiating table. While a pre-inspection will not head off every potential issue, most will agree that early detection is beneficial to all parties involved. •             Identify defects and make repairs ahead of time. By identifying possible defects early on, the seller is in a position to handle repairs prior to listing, making the listing more attractive and the property more saleable. This may mean more money to the seller and a faster sale. Making repairs ahead of time will limit objections over defects during the negotiations. If the seller elects not to repair certain defects that turn

Lender's are expanding requirements taking the stress out of using gift funds to purchase a new home. Gifts/grants are now allowed to be considered part of the borrower's own funds. Entire 5% down payment can be gifted by another person. Private mortgage insurance is required, yet premiums are lower than on a comparable FHA loan.  Meaning your monthly payment is lower!   Seller or lender credits for closing costs are allowed. Gifts of equity are allowed. Wow- now is the time to start looking for the home you have been dreaming of, no matter if you are a first time home buyer, or just want to change to a  different  home--this program is for you!   Contact me today to put your gift funds to good use in purchasing a new home!

No matter if you are under contact  to sell your home or not you need some work done, some of it is plumbing, a bit of electrical…you know if you call out a plumber and an electrician this is going to cost you some big bucks, so you’re considering hiring a handyman.  Well make sure you know the law and what exactly a handyman can do legally!  First, understand the differences.  A handyman only has a business license, so he is not licensed through the Registrar of Contractors  http://www.azroc.gov/  (this is where you can go to see if the person you are considering hiring is licensed to perform these services). They  are  allowed to do very minor repairs, like patch a hole in drywall, or install a ceiling fan, change door locks and such things like that.   Here is the actually Arizona law:  ARS 33-1121(A)(14)   says who is exempt from the requirement of a contractor’s license. There are a lot of people who misunderstand this exemption.  The exemption applies to individual

If you or someone you know is looking for rentals there is a new scam that Scammers are doing it is like this; They copy and paste legitimate listings (either for sale or for rent), and then after getting inquiries and questions, try to get victims to wire them the deposit. "They're marketing it for up to $500 less (than the original listing amount) or what the normal amount is going for in the area. A scammer will even suggest to an interested renter drive to the property and view it for themselves.  If there is a sign on the property- call the number in front of the home!!  If it is not the number you called the first time- it is a scam!!   I have just had this happen to 2 of my listing, it is getting bothersome.  One gal had even wired $500.00 to the scammer just so she could save it- without filling an application or any other procedure.    I feel bad, but there are so many warning signs- or so I think!!  The old adage is: if it sounds too good to be true, then it

There are many homes for sale in Arizona.   Finding a great deal is the hard part, some have great features but there is something wrong structurally, or structurally it is sound, but there are so many other factors that are not desirable. Here are 4 things you can do to quickly find the diamond in the rough. 1.        Find a full time Realtor to have them help you in your search.  (Yea, I know this seems self -serving but REALTORS are educated in the market and the ins and outs of purchasing homes and can help so much through the entire process). 2.          Get pre Qualified (different than pre-approved) by a licensed mortgage broker, they are held to a higher standard than the regular (big Bank ) loan officers.  Make sure you will be dealing with one person the entire time during the process. This is a real factor that I have seen become quite frustrating for many a buyer- as once the loan is going through it’s process they are passed to different people and no one knows th

A great perspective is this on how to break down the opportunity that exists now for Millennials who are willing and able to purchase a home NOW... Here are a couple other ways to look at the cost of waiting. Let’s say your 30 and your dream house costs $250,000 today, at 4.41% your monthly Mortgage Payment with Interest would be $1,253.38 . But you’re busy, you like your apartment, moving is such a hassle...You decide to wait till the end of next year to buy and all of a sudden, you’re 31, that same house is $270,000 , at 5.7% . Your new payment per month is $1,567.08 . The difference in payment is $313.70 PER MONTH! That’s like taking a $10 bill and tossing it out the window EVERY DAY! Or you could look at it this way: § That’s your morning coffee everyday on the way to work (Average $2) with $12 left for lunch! § There goes Friday Sushi Night! ($80 x 4) § Stressed Out? How about 3 deep tissue massages with tip! § Need a new car? You could get a brand new $2

You’re ready to make some changes to your home, but you want to be smart with your money and see a positive return on your investment. While most homeowners don’t see that return until they sell their home, you can start seeing the benefits now through conserving energy by making your home green. So in honor of the upcoming green holiday, stop searching for that pot of gold. Get inspired by St. Patrick’s Day to go green to cut your energy costs with the environmentally friendly renovations below. You’ll soon see the savings building up at the end of the rainbow. ·   Use Reclaimed Wood For Flooring Instead of chopping down more green for your floors, reclaim wood that’s already been cut. While prices vary depending on the type of wood and how it was transformed, you can get a unique look and conversational piece that no one else will have. Just think, you could be standing on the Jackson’s old barn or a dismantled ship. ·   Green Your Latrine Install a low-flow toilet,

Selling your home is a complex process and there are a lot of factors that you will need to consider. Your goal will be to sell your home in a timely manner, while getting the highest price you can. However, many properties sell at a discount because the buyer is able to negotiate a lower price on the property. Although it is impossible to guarantee that you will receive your full asking price when you sell your home, there are things that you can do to increase the likelihood of this happening. You will need to have a strategy that attracts highly motivated buyers and improves competition. Here Are Some Tips To Keep In Mind That Will Help You To Get The Full Asking Price When You Are Selling Your Home: First of all, make sure that you have a reasonable asking price to start with. Research your local real estate market and find out what other buyers paid for homes comparable to yours. Hire a home inspector to perform a full inspection of your home, so that you can fix an

National Home Prices Continue to Rise Median home prices are showing strong year-over-year growth. Annual prices reached the highest rate in the past eight years in November, when the national median existing-home price climbed to $196,300. The median time for a home to stay on the market in November was 56 days—a slight drop from October's median of 54 days but a significant improvement over November 2012's...   Read More 7 Mistakes to Avoid When Investing in Real Estate There is money to be made in real estate, but you need to think about real estate investing as the business it is. Here are some common mistakes that beginning investors should avoid.   1. Getting emotionally involved. This is the biggest and most common mistake beginning investors make. Emotions and business do not mix well. In this case, falling in love with a property will almost always ensure that...   Read More What a Home Inspection Can Do for You While giving a new $900,000 home a thorough g

#1 Weather- With over 300 days of sunshine a year….you can’t really go wrong.    I can assure you though, that we are ok braving the heat for 3-4 months out the year and being in the 70-80’s the rest of the rest of the year. #2 Golf- If you are a golf fanatic….I don’t know why you aren’t here already.   Phoenix has over 185 golf courses in just the metro area. 9 months a year of perfect weather…3 months of dirt cheap rounds….no brainer. #3 Natural Wonders- Home of the Grand Canyon…but we don’t stop there.   You are missing out if you don’t go see Kartchner Caverns , Petrified Forest , Lake Havasu , Sedona , Lake Powell , Saguaro National Park , Ciricahua National Monument , and Antelope Canyon , Boyce Thompson Aroretum. #4 Spring Training Games- It’s that time of year...where we just want to lay out in the sun, grab an ice cold beer and hot dog and watch our favorite baseball teams.   We love it…because we get to watch The San Francisco Giants, Cubs, Colorado Rockies, Arizo