Bigger isn’t always better. Especially after retirement, keeping larger homes where families were raised often means empty rooms to heat, cool, and clean; large yards to maintain; high property taxes; lots of maintenance issues; and for some retirees, it means isolation.
It’s no wonder then that so many Phoenix seniors consider home downsizing a […]
Don’t fall for housing fraud in Phoenix.
Selling a house in Phoenix, Arizona but worried about falling for housing scams? You’re not alone. Unfortunately, rates of fraud in the state of Arizona are on the rise. According to Corelogic, property fraud risk alone has risen by 23% from 2022 to 2023.
But don’t worry. Having […]
Phoenix is the 5th-largest city in the United States and is the capital of the state of Arizona. This sunny metro is only a four-hour drive to the Grand Canyon and is home to more Native Americans than any other state in the Union. The Heard Museum in Phoenix is a great place to learn […]
What is gentrification?
The term gentrification has become a bit of a buzzword over the years, and it holds different connotations for separate groups of people. On one hand, gentrification can revitalize a community. New businesses open, apartment buildings are renovated or rebuilt, and in turn, these developments attract fresh faces and families. On […]
How does gentrification affect selling a house in Phoenix?
What is gentrification?
The term gentrification has become a bit of a buzzword over the years, and it holds different connotations for separate groups of people. On one hand, gentrification can revitalize a community. New businesses open, apartment buildings are renovated or rebuilt, and in turn, […]
Foundation repair In Phoenix
First, don’t panic. Cracks in your walls or foundation can mean a few different things.
Here’s a hypothetical situation: A Phoenix family finds cracks in their drywall. They think it’s a sign the soil under their home has dried out and shrunk, that the house is settling deeper into the earth, […]
Every day, thousands of Phoenix homeowners face foreclosure. While average mortgage default rates are dropping nationwide, some cities are seeing a worrisome increase. If you’ve missed a mortgage payment, you need to act now, before your mortgage goes into default.
Is it mortgage delinquency, mortgage default, or foreclosure?
Missing a mortgage payment doesn’t automatically send […]
Can an executor sell a house without beneficiaries approving it in Phoenix?
Executors play vital roles in the distribution of assets according to the terms outlined in a will or trust. They ensure that beneficiaries receive their distributions and that outstanding debts or taxes are paid.
Selling a house without the approval of an estate’s […]
A house in Phoenix is condemned after the government has determined that it is no longer fit to inhabit. This usually happens as a result of unsafe housing code violations.
Hundreds of vacant homes are reported for violations in Phoenix every year, but actual condemnations are relatively uncommon in the metro area. Scottsdale, for example, […]
Is foreclosure on the horizon for you? This a frightening realization for most, but it doesn’t mean you’re bound to lose your home. The foreclosure process is relatively complex, and thus many homeowners don’t fully understand the steps involved, how much time they have left in their home, or their rights. In this post, we […]
