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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Once again a headline created a pause for concern and several pondering thoughts. The leading sentence to this article from a national real estate website shouted:Women in real estate are already earning 60% less than their male counterparts.” (Source: Forbes March 2024 Gender Pay Gap Study)My sense there is more to this story or as Paul Harvey said:Here is the rest of the story.The first thing comes to mind is all fees are negotiable.  If a woman real estate agent decides to charge less than her male counterpart this is entirely legitimate. Also, possibly some women in real estate do not know how to negotiate given the lack of training, I have observed, on this necessary sales skill set.More importantly from my experience and research data about motivation, women are often not driven b...
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By Chris Dunham, The Real Estate Guy™
(Brokers Hub Realty)
Encanto District Home for Sale - Home in Phoenix AZThis stunning residence seamlessly blends the charm of a historic home with modern enhancements for optimal comfort. With grand living and dining areas boasting high beamed ceilings, rich wood flooring, and expansive windows, alongside a generous family room that opens to a sprawling patio overlooking a verdant yard and inviting pool, this historic home is designed for both luxury and practicality. Each of its four bedrooms enjoys private access to a bathroom, supplemented by a convenient half-bath for guests.The spacious kitchen provides ample storage, while the adjoining breakfast room offers versatility as an office, play area, or music space. The finished basement, complete with built-in cabinetry, offers space for entertainment and...
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By Brian England, MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ
(Ambrose Realty Management LLC)
🏛85234 Housing Headlines 3-29-24 ☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian  ~  Search the MLS for FREE ️Not only is Gilbert a thriving business community, but its access to a nationally ranked public school system, an abundance of family-friendly activities, and over 300 days of sunshine per year make Gilbert a sought-after place to call home in Arizona and the Southwest United States. I specialize in the East Valley of the Phoenix Metro area - Gilbert, Mesa, Chandler, Tempe, Scottsdale, Apache Junction, and Gold Canyon☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian  ~  Search the MLS for FREE
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By Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI, Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell
(HomeSmart Real Estate)
If you are considering purchasing your FIRST home, now would be a great time to do it because affordability is up and the market is "slowish". How does a slow market benefit you? Basically, we are in a buyer’s market – so there are more homes to choose from at lower prices. Mortgagae rates are up, but still closer to record lows than highs...plus you can always refinance if rates drop. (Think: Robin Higgins, Pixabay)Let me put my buying services in Arizona to work for you now before it’s too late to take advantage of this market. Together we’ll look at:1. Your financial qualifications2. Neighborhoods characteristics including school ratings, crime statistics, and surrounding home values.3. Homes that meet your needs vs. want listFirst time home buyers (Photo: Terri Chuddle, Pixabay)Reme...
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By Brian England, MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ
(Ambrose Realty Management LLC)
🐈Tango, Trey, and Tom Boy 3-28-24☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian  ~  Search the MLS for FREEI know that there are many cat lovers in the Rain, so now you can follow the adventures of Tango, Trey, and Tom Boy if you love pictures of cats!  I welcome all to share photos of your cats along with your comments.☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian  ~  Search the MLS for FREE
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Much is written about due diligence being the responsibility of the buyers. Yet for professional real estate agents these individuals recognize their responsibility respective to due diligence.For me, I have created my own personal acronym for DUE.D=Deliberate.  I must be deliberate in my actions. This means taking action as quickly as possible. Additionally to be deliberate requires me to have knowledge of what I need to do and what I need to know. U=Understanding. I recognize the understanding of my buyers may not be at my level of competence, knowledge and experience. This is not the time to be lazy or expect the buyers to know what they do not know.  Also, my understanding extends to recognizing my potential clients to clients may not read or understand what is forward to them.E=Eff...
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By Brian England, MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ
(Ambrose Realty Management LLC)
💥Apartment Rent Trends in 2024 ☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian  ~  Search the MLS for FREE ️Curious about apartment rent trends in 2024? Nationally, there's a significant increase in new apartment supply, giving renters more options and prompting landlords to compete on pricing.  To read the full article...  Click HERE. I specialize in the East Valley of the Phoenix Metro area - Gilbert, Mesa, Chandler, Tempe, Scottsdale, Apache Junction, and Gold Canyon☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian  ~  Search the MLS for FREE
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By Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI, Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell
(HomeSmart Real Estate)
Are you looking for a list of the most AFFORDABLE single family homes in the Phoenix metro area? Well, following is the UPDATED DAILY least expensive (less than $325,000) homes for sale including newer perimeter cities. These homes include those outside of and also in 55+ age restricted communities and some will be fixer uppers. Newer homes in the less than $325K price range tend to be in the perimeter cities and may be fixer uppers in the inner city. Photo: Jeff Masich REALTOR with a FIXER UPPER. (Home, Paul Brennan, Pixabay)UPDATED DAILY Least Expensive NEWER and FIXER UPPERS in Phoenix Arizona Metro on MLSClick "Sort" and view in price order lowest to highest and ALWAYS UP TO DATE less than $325K including NEWER and FIXER UPPERS For Sale in Phoenix Metro Arizona on the MLS for a FULL...
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By Joyce Tawes, ABR, CRS, CLHMS, CNE
(Live Better in Scottsdale)
- February 2024 Scottsdale Housing Market Video - Here is a quick video overview of the Scottsdale, Arizona single-family home real estate market that covers the month of February. February 2024 - Video   Scottsdale Active Listings  Inventory is on the rise, which is great news for buyers who have had to deal with low inventory for a while. The number of homes for sale was up to 1,240 by the end of February. This is up 5.0% over January and up 13.5% when compared with February of 2023.  Average List Price for Scottsdale Homes  I used to use median listing price data, but I no longer have accurate access to that information. So, I have started to track average listing prices. (Technically, the median price is a better indicator since the average price can skew one way or the other due to...
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By Heather Tawes Nelson, Associate Broker, ABR, CLHMS, CRS - Scottsdale, AZ
(Live Better in Arizona )
- February 2024 Scottsdale Homes for Sale and Home Sales - The Scottsdale real estate market is in full swing as evidenced by the increase in contract and sales activity. SCOTTSDALE HOME SALES ACTIVITY –  FEBRUARY 2024 We track the following sales metrics on a monthly basis: - Single-family homes for sale - Orange Line - The number of homes showing active at the end of the month. - Under contract, but accepting backup offers (UCB) - Gray Line - How many homes were in UCB status at the end of the month. - Pending home sales - Yellow Line - The number of pending contracts there were at the end of the month.*- Home Sales - Blue Line - The number of homes sold each month. FEBRUARY 2024 RESULTS Scottsdale Homes for Sale: This might be the most inventory we have seen since the beginning of 20...
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By Brian England, MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ
(Ambrose Realty Management LLC)
👩‍Trish's Splash Photography 3-27-24💦For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian  ~  Search the MLS for FREEI am sure all who follow my blog are familiar with the talents of Trish, especially with a camera in her hand. A few years ago she created a series of photos from photographing drops of water and the splash that they would make. I absolutely loved what came from this and I am sure that everyone else will too, so I wanted to share them in the Rain. If you missed the inaugural post for this series and thus did not get a peek behind the scenes, you can go back and check it out here: 📸Trish's Splash Photography☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian  ~  Search the MLS fo...
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By Brian England, MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ
(Ambrose Realty Management LLC)
💥First Time Home Sellers ☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian  ~  Search the MLS for FREE ️First-Time Home Sellers, Listen Up! Navigating the real estate journey can be overwhelming, especially when choosing the right agent. Avoid common pitfalls, ask crucial interview questions, and explore a comprehensive guide to your first home sale.  To read the full article...  Click HERE. I specialize in the East Valley of the Phoenix Metro area - Gilbert, Mesa, Chandler, Tempe, Scottsdale, Apache Junction, and Gold Canyon☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian  ~  Search the MLS for FREE
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Blossom Rock at Superstition Vistas: Your Dream Community in Apache Junction, ArizonaWelcome, future homeowners and seekers of a new home! If you're looking for a place that combines breathtaking natural beauty, a thriving community, and a perfect location, then look no further than Blossom Rock at Superstition Vistas in Apache Junction, Arizona. In this blog post, we'll delve into the wonders of this new masterplanned community, highlighting the best time to buy, the amazing location, the fantastic community amenities, and its place within the Superstition Vistas community. So, let's dive in and explore the hidden gem that is Blossom Rock!Best Time to Buy:Timing is everything when it comes to purchasing a new home, and Blossom Rock offers an ideal window of opportunity for new home bu...
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By Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI, Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell
(HomeSmart Real Estate)
US Migration patterns are clearly showing Americans are moving in large numbers to the Southern most warm states of Arizona, Florida and Texas. Why is that? The government tells us we should be so concerned over global warming that one would think the warm state residents would be moving away from the equator and not towards the equator. What gives? (Photo: Sunny Scottsdale Arizona by Jeff Masich)We are seeing that here in Arizona as Americans and those from foreign countries are flocking to the Grand Canyon state that historically has the highest temperature average in the US. Arizona does have wide open spaces and sunshine. Americans love that.Realtor.com reported by Evan Wyloge on March 25, 2024 that, "Part of the American dream is the promise that everyone can choose where they want...
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By Paul Guenther - WFG Title, The Extra Mile Is Part Of My Regular Route!
(WFG NATIONAL TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY)
CHANGE IS GREAT!Recently I chose to make a move to the 6th largest National Title Insurance company from my old employer.  WFG NATIONAL TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY!Williston Financial Group is what WFG stands for, But I prefer We are Freaking Great!I have been here just over a month, and the wealth of technology and tools is immeasurable.If you are a Realtor or Lender in Arizona I can help you!  Please reach out, let's set up a meeting and I can share my ideas, and tools to help with your success! 
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By Brian England, MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ
(Ambrose Realty Management LLC)
💥Happier Renters ☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian  ~  Search the MLS for FREE ️Check out the models that are backed by institutional investors which demonstrate the potential for positive renter outcomes ⬇️.  To read the full article...  Click HERE. I specialize in the East Valley of the Phoenix Metro area - Gilbert, Mesa, Chandler, Tempe, Scottsdale, Apache Junction, and Gold Canyon☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian  ~  Search the MLS for FREE
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By Jane & Jeff Daley, PhD, Scottsdale Real Estate Arizona
(Luxury Valley Homes Scottsdale)
Before deciding to buy a home, it's important to plan for all the costs you’ll be responsible for. While you're busy saving for the down payment, don't forget you’ll want to prep for closing costs too.Here’s some helpful information on what those costs are and how much you should budget for them.What Are Closing Costs?A recent article from Bankrate explains: “Closing costs are the fees and expenses you must pay before becoming the legal owner of a house, condo or townhome . . . Closing costs vary depending on the purchase price of the home and how it’s being financed . . .” Simply put, your closing costs are the additional fees and payments you have to make at closing. According to Freddie Mac, while they can vary by location and situation, closing costs typically include: Government re...
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By Brian England, MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ
(Ambrose Realty Management LLC)
🌵Events in the East Valley ~ 3-25-24 ☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian  ~  Search the MLS for FREE Easter Egg Hunt 2024Get ready for an epic Easter Egg Hunt where you'll scramble, search, and hop around to find hidden treats, giggles, and endless fun!  To learn more about this event, click HERE. I specialize in the East Valley of the Phoenix Metro area - Gilbert, Mesa, Chandler, Tempe, Scottsdale, Apache Junction, and Gold Canyon☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian  ~  Search the MLS for FREE
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By Brian England, MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ
(Ambrose Realty Management LLC)
🥗The Salvation Army - Summer Camps☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian  ~  Search the MLS for FREEInspired by posts that I see from others, I wanted to begin a weekly series of resources for people in need who are in the East Valley.  I think continuing to research this weekly series will also help me to discover what is out there for those in need.Play is crucial for the social, emotional, and physical health of children. However, many children who live in areas where disadvantage is concentrated have too few safe, close-to-home parks, natural areas, and recreation sites or facilities. That’s why The Salvation Army’s summer programs for kids from low-income households are so important. To find out more, click HERE.☀️For AL...
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