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No RENTS for the Weary
Are you having trouble finding a rental property in Phoenix right now? Well, you are not alone. Our rental inventory is a fraction of what it was a few years ago. Just to out things in perspective, in 2008,there were roughly 10,000 properties listed for rent in Metro Phoenix. Right now, there are less than 2200 homes or rent, … [Read more...] about No RENTS for the Weary
The Big Pre-Qualification Question
For some, calling a lender to get pre-qualified for a mortgage is an anxiety-riddled, hand-wringing, whiskey-swigging dilemma. Should I or shouldn't I? It's a big deal...or is it? The fact is, it is pretty much pointless to go house-shopping without checking in with a lender first. It's like going shopping without your … [Read more...] about The Big Pre-Qualification Question
First Quarter 2016 – Review of the Phoenix Real Estate Market
It's about that time when I like to tantalize all of you with some market statistics! How is the Phoenix real estate market so far in 2016? Well let's take a look... Supply is gradually increasing as it usually does this time of year, but demand has been a little sluggish in the price ranges below about $250-300K in most … [Read more...] about First Quarter 2016 – Review of the Phoenix Real Estate Market
Phoenix Real Estate Market – 2015 in Review
And now, for the traditional look-back at the year that was. How did the Phoenix real estate market fare in 2015? Not too shabby! In a nutshell, 2015 favored sellers over buyers in most areas, as has been the trend since 2011. The good news for buyers, however, is that sellers can no longer dial it in. There were far more … [Read more...] about Phoenix Real Estate Market – 2015 in Review
Is This a Good Neighborhood? – The Answer at Last!
I get asked all the time: Is this a GOOD Neighborhood. My answer - How the Heck Should I Know? I don't blame you for asking the question. I mean, who wants to live in a "bad" neighborhood, right?! But, I really don't know because my idea of a "good" neighborhood is probably not the same as yours. Everyone has a different … [Read more...] about Is This a Good Neighborhood? – The Answer at Last!