The answer is no! Someone might think it’s amazing that their home listing was viewed by thousands of people, but in reality that metric is meaningless if none of those online viewers are interested buyers. Always remember, the internet does give homes way more exposure online to reach a vast audience, but that also means […]
Key Takeaways The K-Shaped Economy Comes for Real Estate Economists have a name for what’s showing up in this data: a K-shaped economy. One line climbs, one line falls, both starting from the same point. It’s shown up in retail spending, in travel, in luxury goods — and now it’s unmistakable in housing. Nationally, sales […]
In the coming months, it will be important to watch whether elevated mortgage rates continue to suppress buyer demand as fewer sales, softer pricing, and expanding inventory shift more leverage toward buyers. Increased competition will place added pressure on sellers to price accurately, as aspirational pricing becomes increasingly difficult to defend. Updated, differentiated, and well-positioned […]
In the coming months, it will be important to watch whether buyer demand improves or remains constrained by elevated mortgage rates and affordability concerns. With inventory rising to 6.01 months’ supply, buyers have more choices and greater negotiating leverage, increasing competition among sellers. Updated, differentiated, and accurately priced homes can still attract serious interest, but […]
Here comes the fun part: discussing your vision about features you would love for your new home to have! There is an overwhelming amount of possibilities out there, so your realtor should help you to stay focused on making a list of what features are most important to you. Of course it’s important to prioritize […]
If professional staging is not an option for your home, that’s ok too! It’s still possible to stage your home on your own and with your own furniture. Your mantra while in the staging process should become: less is more. Let that be your mindset while you work on staging your home. The first rule […]
Plan your September, October, and November calendar with Scottsdale events, outdoor activities, arts, food, family programs, and Greater Phoenix highlights. Fall is one of the most practical times to experience the Scottsdale lifestyle firsthand, whether you already live here or are considering a move to Scottsdale, North Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Cave Creek, or Fountain Hills. […]
Start with the jurisdiction. Before you sketch a casita, price a guest house, or evaluate rental income, confirm whether your property is in unincorporated Maricopa County or inside a city or town. That distinction controls which zoning ordinance, permitting process, setbacks, utility rules, and rental regulations apply. This updated guide summarizes the Maricopa County ADU […]
If you are comparing DC Ranch Scottsdale with Grayhawk, start with the factor that matters most: the communities serve different buyer profiles. Choose DC Ranch for a more amenity-rich, luxury-oriented master-planned lifestyle with stronger access to private clubs, Market Street, and custom estates. Choose Grayhawk for a broader range of homes, public golf access, strong […]
After you have decided to buy a new home, your realtor should sit down with you to have a realistic discussion about two important factors: your budget and what type of house that money will get you in your city. The same budget may get you a very different type of house from city to […]