Category: Scottsdale

  • Scottsdale Open Hose | How to Survive in Summer

    It’s June. It’s 113 degrees in the shade. I’m writing this blog post in my spare moments of an Open House in beautiful Cactus Acres in North Scottsdale. Many of the clients I am meeting are melting but that’s ok I still think there is value in visiting an open house even in this heat. […]

  • Remodeling An Existing Home

    The slow down in new build homes has lead to one new trend in the Scottsdale real estate market. People that previously would of wanted to move in to a newly built home with custom and spec finishes are deciding instead to get a great value resale home and upgrade with a remodel. In Scottsdale […]

  • 5 Most Expensive Homes to Rent in Scottsdale

    One of the things the recent housing collapse has led to is slightly more of a rental culture in the Scottsdale market. The reasons being there are many people who had a distressed sale and are unable to get a mortgage for a few years. Many potential home sellers cannot bear to sell at 2011 […]

  • Urban Living in Phoenix Metro

    Quite often clients will tell me of their desire for urban living but staying in the Phoenix metro area. Then two demographics it seems to suit most are young unmarried professionals or the downsizing brigade. The desire is for more stuff within walking distance, more of a buzz and the ease of lock and leave […]

  • 10 Most Expensive Homes in Scottsdale Ranch

    One of my favorite communities in all of North Scottsdale is Scottsdale Ranch. So much so that I will soon be a resident. Built mainly in the 1980’s the homes have nice lot sizes and tend to be very well constructed. There’s a real neighborhood feel especially at the Mercado which is home to AJ’s, coffee shops, […]

  • Tips For Viewing Scottsdale Homes During Summer

    Top tips for buyers to beat the heat in summer in Scottsdale