Many out of state clients are shocked to hear that much of North Scottsdale is located in a FEMA designated flood zone. Changes to the Scottsdale flood maps show that large parts of DC Ranch, McDowell Mountain Ranch, Legend Trail and other communities are within the flood zone. Both of my last two homes were […]
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 […]
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 […]
Charles Schwab Cup Championship Will Return to Desert Mountain
The Charles Schwab Cup Championship is the event that closes out the Champions Tour. The Tour has recently announced the Championship’s return to Desert Mountain Golf Club for the 2014 and 2016 seasons. Desert Mountain previously hosted the tournament in 2012. The tournament heads to San Francisco’s TPC Harding Park this year. The Charles Schwab […]
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 […]
Scottsdale Golf Courses Rank in the Top 5 in Phoenix
Phoenix Business Journal has recently published a list of the Top Golf Courses in Phoenix according to the U.S. Golf Association (USGA). The Scottsdale golf courses of Desert Highlands, Desert Mountain, Silverleaf and Estancia were among those named in the Top 5. Desert Highlands Golf Club was ranked #1 on the list as the most […]
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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.