Buy or Sell Homes in South East Valley of Arizona

Living in the home you are selling will have challenges. So make sure you know there are great options out thereto allow you to buy your next home, move into it and THEN sell your current home!! Does that sound awesome to you?  Well then Let's chat!! Otherwise here are tips to sell the home you live in.   1. A Home Sold but Not Bought When you put your home on the market, getting an offer can be easier than finding a house you'd like to purchase. This can put you in the position of nearly having your home sold without a new place for your family to go. One way to avoid this is to research new homes before putting yours on the market. You can get all your research together so when the time comes, you can make informed decisions quickly. If your home is already getting offers, consider accepting one with a longer timeline for closing or making the acceptance contingent upon you finding a new home. In extreme cases, you can even rent your home from the buyer unti...

 In this day and age- with HGTV and all the fuss made about homes it is so important to have your home staged... so here are a few tips from the pros to get the most bang for your buck!   Maximize Curb Appeal Getting them through the front door starts at the curb. Manicure the lawn, trim the trees and shrubs. Pull weeds and plant some colorful flowers. Clear the walkways. Fix peeling paint and wind up that hose. Paint the address number on the curb. Make Repairs to Visible Blemishes Is there something that’s an eyesore, but an easy fix? If looking at it bothers you, it could bother a potential buyer and reduce the appeal of your home. Replace burnt out light bulbs, fix that loose door handle, make needed paint touch-ups. Make a Buyer’s Entrance Inviting Freshly paint the front door with a color that contrasts the house. Add a new welcome mat. Hang a fresh wreath on the door. Let the Light Shine In Removing heavy window coverings to let in the natural light we all cra...

A successful home sale, considered by many owners, is to maximize their proceeds in the shortest time with the least inconveniences.  Just because it is a seller's market doesn't mean that homeowners can shortcut some of the steps that make it happen and they certainly need to avoid commonly made mistakes. Pricing too high Low inventory and high demand have contributed to the rising prices of homes.  NAR reports that the median sales price is up 17.8% in the past year and CoreLogic recently released data that July set new record growth of 18% year over year.  This might give sellers a false sense of security about overpricing their home Pricing a home too high initially can limit activity, attract the wrong buyers and ultimately, cause the home to realize a lower price than optimum.  There is an interesting dynamic that takes place when there is a shortage of homes to show, and a new home hits the market.  Buyers, who have been in the market but not ...

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW TO HELP PASS A HOME INSPECTION AND AVOID DELAYS HIGH COST LAST MINUTE TRAPS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT WHEN LISTING A HOME *Utilities are on the day of the inspection - water, electricity, gas, etc. *Lock box codes or arrangements are provided to access the inside of the property before the day of the inspection *Grade or surrounding surfaces slope away from the house foundation on all sides *Exterior surfaces – driveway, walkways, porch, patio and other accesses are not cracked with significant separation or displacement *Vegetation is trimmed or planted away from the house foundation, wall surface and roof cover *Exterior trim building material is free of deterioration, rot and sealed to the wall surface. *The roof covering has been serviced within the last 3 years and has no obvious damage *Exterior windows are not cracked, vandalized or missing and seals are functional.  *Water heating tank does not have visible corrosion or staining at the unit, p...

 March of 2020 saw the new spring market grind to a halt as COVID-related shutdowns and fear swept the country. Subsequently, real estate agents and brokers developed new and innovative ways to serve clients in the process of buying and selling their homes, paving the way for one of the most active and extended market recoveries in recent memory. Now, as the 2021 spring market gears up, it is a good time to think through your preparations to ensure that you are ready for what lies ahead. In the Phoenix market we never slowed down, so this spring seems like an extension PLUS of 2020.  As you prepare, here are the things you need to know to make the most of what promises to be an exciting spring selling season.  Technology is still essential The adoption of new platforms and processes allowed real estate professionals to continue to serve their clients throughout the darkest days of the pandemic. For many clients, there is still an expectation that virtual tours and contact...

The goal for any home seller is to sell a property quickly at the best price for the market. Here are six characteristics that will help home sellers succeed. 1. Realistic Expectations  Real estate agents do not pluck listing prices out of thin air. Every price range they recommend to potential home sellers is the result of meticulous research: of the property, the neighborhood and the current real estate market. Most of the factors that affect a property's saleability―location, interest rates, the local job market―are outside the seller's control. Other things, such as the condition of the home and how it is presented, are within the seller's control. Highly effective home sellers address the things they can control and accept the things they cannot. You might not like what the market is saying, but it doesn’t lie. 2. Flexibility A flexible home seller is open to suggestions. Listen to your agent and heed his or her advice regarding pricing the home for sale, m...

"There is an ebb and flow in business and in life--it is like the wind-- you can either let it blow you over or you can lean into it and keep on moving!" In looking back at the year, I like to note; 10 Highlights- accomplishments, best memories, proud of moments 10 Disappointments- Failures, missed opportunities, things I learned from 3 Game changers-unexpected events that shifted my priorities 3 Things I focused on/ did I get results I wanted- What I put my the most time into. 3 Things I forget to do-- just didn't get around to doing Now that I have all this information gathered- What will the next year's plan look like? There will be a few new things for me one of which is my new website; "Beery" Good Realtor- website But mostly it is going to be a year or tweaking what I already have in place, and refining systems to build on. For this year is my year to reach for the stars!! I want to help you reach ...

Buying or selling a home is an investment in your financial future. Making sure you have the right real estate agent to meet your needs will help your transaction run smoothly and get you the outcome you desire whether it’s selling your home at a certain price point or buying your dream home. Here are six great questions to ask before hiring a real estate agent:       1.   Are you a full-time agent? You might like Aunt Sally’s friend’s daughter but if she does real estate part-time, you might not get the level of customer service you desire and deserve. I recommend working with a full-time agent who can dedicate more time and effort to your transaction. (Yes, I am a full-time real estate agent. If I am not buying or selling homes, I am not making money)       2.   Are you a member of the National Association of Realtors? REALTORS® must abide by the NAR Code of Ethics and state regulations. They must also complete continuing education. (...