Five years after the housing bust metro Phoenix real estate is hot again. Here are some quick stats and a link to the August 2013 Phoenix Magazine article with more data. The article also has great info on some hot neighborhoods, schools, shops and restaurants. Foreclosures: down 27% year-to-year 2012 median home sales price: $134,000 2013 median home sales price: $175,000 Increase Continue Reading
3 Huge Reasons a 3% Down Conventional Home Loan May Be for You
Over the last few years, FHA loans have been a popular choice with many home buyers looking for Phoenix, Scottsdale or Paradise Valley homes for sale. The ease of credit guidelines, a limited amount of down payment and low rates made this a common loan program. However, an FHA loan is not as attractive to buyers as it once was due to a few factors: 1). FHA loans have an increased funding fee of Continue Reading
Whole Foods is Opening a New Phoenix Store
The Trader Joe's at Phoenix's historic Town and Country Shopping center and Fry's across the street is getting some competition in September. Whole Paycheck ;-) ... I mean Whole Foods is opening a new Phoenix store on the northeast east corner of Highland and 20th street. Happy shopping! Continue Reading
Gorgeous Contemporary Home for Sale in Phoenix, AZ.
If you're looking for a contemporary home for sale in Phoenix with high end finishes you've got to give me a call for a private showing of this one. CeasarStone countertops, cement paneling, and limestone and bamboo flooring are just a few of them. MLS # 4942347 (4410 N. 27th Str. #8 Phoenix, AZ. 85016) If this one just won't do please tell me what you're looking for. I love finding homes for Continue Reading
Gorgeous Contemporary Art for Homes or Businesses
If you're looking for some artwork for your home or business you've got to check out Rocco Designs located in downtown Phoenix. He does fantastic work. Continue Reading
Will Interest Rates for Metro Phoenix Real Estate Come Back Down?
Tom has been in the lending industry for over 15 years and is an excellent mortgage pro when it comes to Phoenix real estate. Here's a post from him on interest rates: A great question being asked in the market right now is “Will interest rates come back down?” and “Should I wait for rates to go back down?” The answer is “Do not wait.” and “Take action now!” Rates are clearly off of their best Continue Reading
