When considering purchasing a Real Estate Owned (REO) home, there are a number of key things to keep in mind. First of all, REO sales are not the same as foreclosure sales, though some can confuse the two. There are many Scottsdale foreclosures available, but Scottsdale REO homes are slightly different. A foreclosed home will be […]
Scottsdale Mortgage Rates Climb According to Freddie Mac Survey
Scottsdale mortgage rates have recently been kept low to encourage home sales and boost the economy. Now that sales are up, household debt is down and the real estate market is gaining speed every day, we are beginning to see a continued increase in the average mortgage rates. Though the rise is small, Scottsdale mortgage […]
Changes Proposed to Sterling at Silverleaf
New developments in the plans for a mixed-use community called Sterling at Silverleaf are in progress. Located in DC Ranch next to The Village Health Club on Thompson Peak Parkway and Legacy Boulevard, Sterling at Silverleaf currently consists of a dozen single-family custom estates known as the Sterling Villas, though 17 more are still to […]
Baraca Estates – New Scottsdale Community Opens this Week
Those who seek brand new Scottsdale real estate for sale will be delighted to know about a new luxury community opening this week. As part of a wave of new communities sweeping across the Valley, Trend Homes is holding the grand opening of Baraca Estates in Scottsdale on Friday, May 24th. This continued development of […]
Phoenix Real Estate Shows Largest Annual Price Gains
The Phoenix real estate market has shown the largest increase in home prices out of 20 metropolitan areas in the past year according to the Case-Shiller Index. As of February, prices of homes in Phoenix have risen 23% from February of last year. The rate from January to February was 1.1%, the second-largest monthly increase […]
Starfire Golf Club Goes Green
The Starfire Golf Club, located at Scottsdale Country Club, is a great place to enjoy outstanding golf at a reasonable price. On April 22nd, Starfire Golf Club celebrated Earth Day by initiating its Waste Management’s total recycling program. They have made 70 percent of their waste recyclable and hope in the future to recycle food […]
How Appraisals Can Make or Break a Deal
For many unsuspecting home buyers in Scottsdale, the appraisal process is the most common difficulty that arises with financing a property. Appraisers are required to provide greater analysis and justification for the value they arrive at. Also, banks will often require second or third appraisals at the last minute. The reason for these precautions is […]
New Immigration Bill May Allow Canadians in Scottsdale to Stay Longer
A new immigration reform bill may allow Canadians in Scottsdale to remain at their seasonal homes for longer periods. The bill has recently been released by The United States Senate’s “Gang of 8” and opens up new opportunities for Canadians in Scottsdale. The bill, titled “Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization of 2013,” will […]
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Voted in the Top 3 Real Estate Agents in Arizona by the readers of Ranking Arizona Magazine, 2015-2025. Her background as an Attorney gives her special expertise with contracts and negotiations. Carmen has a proven track record of success with buyers and sellers in Scottsdale.