If you’re like many people in Scottsdale, you’re thinking about buying a house with a pool – and for good reason. Your swimming pool will be the perfect place to unwind after a long day at work, entertain family and friends, or cool off during one of our summer scorchers. But is it the right choice for you, or would you be better off buying a home for sale in a community like DC Ranch, where there’s a community pool? Buying a House With … [Read more...]
7 Best Things to Do for Halloween in Scottsdale
Scottsdale is a great community – there’s always something happening in our beautiful city, and Halloween 2018 is no exception. Check out this list of the seven best things to do for Halloween in Scottsdale (and note that they don’t all take place on the 31st – some are open before so you can leave Halloween night open for trick-or-treating or other activities). 7 Best Things to Do for Halloween in Scottsdale 1. MacDonald’s Ranch Annual Pumpkin … [Read more...]
How to Make Your Winter Home in Scottsdale Profitable When You’re Not There
If you’re like many people, you want a winter home in Scottsdale – but how can you make ownership a little easier (at least financially) on yourself? Here’s what you need to know about how to make your winter home in Scottsdale profitable while you’re not in residence. How to Make Your Winter Home in Scottsdale Profitable When You’re Not There When you buy a winter home in Scottsdale, you know you’ll always have a place to escape to when the … [Read more...]
7 Questions to Ask a Landscape Designer in Scottsdale
If you’re like many people who buy a home for sale in Scottsdale, you want to hire a landscape designer – but how do you know you’re working with one who shares your vision? Ideally, you’ll be able to ask several landscape designers questions before you make a hiring decision. Here’s where to start. 7 Questions to Ask a Landscape Designer in Scottsdale Before you hire anyone – in fact, before you even zero in on a handful of professionals … [Read more...]
Step-by-Step Guide to Buying a Home for Sale in Scottsdale
When you’re buying a home for sale in Scottsdale, there’s a whole process that your Realtor® will walk you through. Here’s a quick run-down of how it all works. Step-by-Step Guide to Buying a Home in Scottsdale First things first: Working with a Realtor makes the entire home-buying process easier. Your agent will help you find homes that meet your needs, point you in the right direction when it comes to financing and hiring contractors (like … [Read more...]
Basic Mortgage Terms You Should Know if You’re Buying a Home in Scottsdale
If you’re buying a home for sale in Scottsdale, you’ll need to become familiar with some common mortgage terms. Here’s a quick list to get you started; your Realtor® can fill in the gaps or answer specific questions. Basic Mortgage Terms You Should Know if You’re Buying a Home in Scottsdale Adjustable-Rate Mortgage Commonly called an ARM, an adjustable-rate mortgage is a loan that has a fluctuating interest rate. You’ll have an initial period … [Read more...]
What is a Contingency in a Real Estate Purchase Contract?
When you’re buying a home for sale in Scottsdale, you’ll enter into a real estate purchase contract with the seller. Your Realtor® will structure your contract to protect you if something happens that might make you need to – or want to – back out of the deal. That means building contingencies into your contract. What is a Contingency in a Real Estate Purchase Contract? A contingency is a condition your agent will build into your real estate … [Read more...]
6 Steps to Buying a Home for Sale in Scottsdale
When you’re thinking about buying a home for sale in Scottsdale, it’s a process – there are several things that need to happen to make your transaction a successful one. Some of the most important things you’ll do during this process include: Figure out how much house you can afford Get mortgage preapproval Find a buyer’s agent Look at homes Make an offer Close So what’s involved in each step? Here’s what you need to … [Read more...]
Are You Ready to Buy a Second Home in Scottsdale?
If you’re like many people, you’re thinking about buying a second home for sale in Scottsdale. But how do you know if you’re ready to buy a second home, and what will you do with it when you’re not actively living in it? Are You Ready to Buy a Second Home? Maybe you’ve paid off the mortgage on your first home, or you’re pretty close; maybe you’re thinking about finding a home in your favorite vacation spot because during the rest of the year, … [Read more...]
7 (Almost) Painless Tips to Save for a Down Payment
If you’re a first-time buyer looking for a home for sale in Scottsdale, you already know that saving up for a down payment can be tough – but follow these seven tips to start stashing away cash toward your dream home and you’ll have enough in no time! 7 (Almost) Painless Tips to Save for a Down Payment Saving money can be a rough ride, but you don’t have to trim all your expenses go without things you need in order to put away enough cash for a … [Read more...]
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