Avoid the trap of mind games during the negotiation stage. Stay calm, professional, and rational throughout the discussions to put your best foot forward. If your offer isn’t accepted, do not become too discouraged! Some markets are extremely competitive, and you have to be respectful of your budget. There will be another property you love […]
A recent headline from Redfin sparked a national conversation: the U.S. housing market now has nearly 500,000 more home sellers than buyers—the most significant gap in over a decade. Based on April 2025 MLS listings and Redfin’s buyer activity models, the report suggests a subtle yet important shift toward a buyer’s market. Here in Scottsdale […]
Many of the pain point items an inspector will find in your home are low hanging fruit projects that may not take you a lot of time or money to fix. Why is this so crucial? Home buyers are happy to pay top dollar for a house that is move-in ready and doesn’t have a […]
In the coming months, it’s essential to monitor how rising inventory in Scottsdale affects the market, particularly in mid-range price points. While luxury homes continue to command top dollar, overall sales activity is softening under the weight of higher mortgage rates, now nearing 7%. Sellers should focus on strategic pricing and presentation, while buyers may […]
In the coming months, watch for buyers gaining more leverage as inventory continues to rise across Metro Phoenix markets. Mortgage rates have climbed to 6.94%, which may pressure affordability and influence buyer urgency. Despite slower sales, average prices remain strong, suggesting that pricing strategy and property positioning will be key for both buyers and sellers […]
The market fluctuates constantly, so if you want to know what you will need to pay to get the home you want, analyze the market trends! If you are well versed on the market trends, it will allow you to avoid overreacting if your offer is rejected. While a home rejection is always painful, it’s […]
While a home inspection is usually one of the steps a home buyer will take after putting an offer on a home, it is advised to conduct an inspection on your own before you get to that step of the process. This gives you as the seller a major advantage in the process, because you’ve […]
Published: May 30, 2025 In May, the Federal Reserve purchased $43.6 billion in U.S. Treasury securities, including nearly $9 billion in 30-year bonds, without issuing a formal announcement. While these purchases are technically public record, the lack of public-facing commentary or media coverage has led some analysts to describe the move as “stealth quantitative easing,” […]
It’s the moment you’ve been waiting for… You’re ready to submit an offer on a home, which means it’s time to start the negotiations. Your realtor should be able to prep you in advance so that you are never blindsighted throughout the process. As you put together your offer, you want to closely look at […]
As summer 2025 approaches, the real estate markets in Phoenix and Scottsdale are flashing unmistakable signs of a slowdown. Inventory levels are climbing fast, price cuts are widespread, and the once-frenzied buyer pool is thinning. But this isn’t just a local cooling—it reflects broader economic anxiety sparked partly by international trade tensions and a sharp […]
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