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What happens when your housing needs change? (Tips for Listing Your Home)

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Life happens. Families grow, children leave the nest, and parents need home care. If your housing needs are changing, it’s time to consider listing your home and looking for a place better suited to your lifestyle. Do any of these sound like you? You’ve raised your family and it’s time to retire but you’re not sure where to start when it comes to downsizing and finding a 55+ community. You’re expecting your second child and your starter home is a two-bedroom condo that won’t fit your family once the baby is born Your last child is graduating high school and heading off to college, soon and you don't need that big home anymore.   The family is grown but your son, daughter-in-law and toddler need a place to stay to get back on their financial footing after job loss.  Your dad can’t live on his own anymore but he’s not ready for assisted living or your preference is to care for him in your home. If any of these ring true, it’s time to call Beery Realty to help guid...

Thinking about buying a second home? Here’s what you should consider.

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You’ve worked hard and are close to retiring. You and your spouse would love nothing more than to have a home in the sunny part of the country at least part of the year. Chandler, Gilbert, and Mesa are perfect places to consider when buying a second home but don’t rush the decision. Take time to hire the right real estate agent, review your financial situation, and learn about the market before signing on the line. Financial Plan Before you look at housing inventory and mortgage rates, consider your financial plan, including short and long term goals. It might seem like a great idea to have a retirement home in Chandler but can you afford it? It’s worth a conversation with your financial advisor and tax professional. Things to consider include: When do you plan to retire? How much have you saved toward retirement? Do you have a mortgage on your first home? If yes, when will it be paid off? What is your debt payoff plan for consumer and student loan debt? The answers to...

Fore! Top East Valley Golf Course Communities

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Whether you’re in the East Valley year round or part-time, you’re sure to take advantage of the beauty, weather, and golf courses available in Gilbert, Chandler, Mesa, and beyond. Dust off the golf clubs and come with me for a tour of the best east valley golf course communities where, in addition to golf, you can enjoy amenities like on-site restaurants, tennis courts, walking paths, and easy access to freeways and other attractions. Alta Mesa Located in the heart of East Mesa near McKellips and Higley Roads, the community offers a members-only golf club, family-friendly Alta Mesa Park with lighted basketball and sand volleyball courts, playgrounds, and horseshoes, and schools for all ages. The Alta Mesa Golf Courts is an 18-hole championship course designed by Dick Phelps. The 160 acre course is 7,093 yards and includes eight lakes and a restaurant with outdoor patio overlooking the ninth and eighteenth greens. Dobson Ranch If you’re looking for a family-friendl...

Thinking of Selling Your Mesa Home? Here’s What You Need to Know.

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Homeowners have any number of reasons for selling their homes including the real estate market trends (especially if you’re a real estate investor), life changes like death, divorce, growing family, or empty nest, and relocation. Whatever your reason, Beery Realty is here to help you in the process of selling your home. Home Inspection By having a home inspection conducted, it serves two purposes. The first is to anticipate buyer requests that could impact the negotiated sale price. The second is to repair or replace items that are potential safety issues. Repairing plumbing leaks and associated damage adds value to your home and the buyer appreciates not having to make those repairs themselves.  If the roof needs to be repaired, you may choose to take care of it yourself but if it needs to be replaced, you may negotiate that into the price for the buyer.  Landscape, drainage, and irrigation issues may also be remedied prior to putting your home on the market as the...

What happens when your housing needs change? (Tips for Listing Your Home)

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Life happens. Families grow, children leave the nest, and parents need home care. If your housing needs are changing, it’s time to consider listing your home and looking for a place better suited to your lifestyle. Do any of these sound like you? You’re expecting your second child and your starter home is a two-bedroom condo that won’t fit your family once the baby is born.  You’ve raised your family and it’s time to retire but you’re not sure where to start when it comes to downsizing and finding a 55+ community. The family is grown but your son, daughter-in-law and toddler need a place to stay to get back on their financial footing after job loss.  Your dad can’t live on his own anymore but he’s not ready for assisted living or your preference is to care for him in your home. If any of these ring true, it’s time to call Beery Realty. Let’s talk about what it takes to list your home and get ready for your new phase of life. Over time we accumulate stuff. Whether i...