What’s the Difference Between a Buyer’s Agent & Listing Agent? There are so many players involved in the real estate industry that it can be hard to keep track. Chances are if you’re looking to enter a real estate transaction, you’ll encounter two types of agents- a buyer’s agent and a listing agent. If we simply look at the textbook definitions- listing agents help you sell and buyer’s agents help you buy. BUT there’s much more to these agents than that. Let’s dive a little deeper. A good listing agent doesn’t just help sell a piece of property, but also works with home sellers to help them get their homes ready for sale. They will analyze the … [Read more...]
New Energy Concepts in Saving on Your Electricity Bill in Arizona Homes
Are you looking into your electric bill through APS and or SRP bill thinking you're paying way too much for the home you live in? You may want to get an energy audit. A preferred company I use, New Energy Concepts will provide you an audit on your home. A new energy audit will identify energy savings improvements that can increase your home's indoor comfort, decrease your energy cost and add years of life to your heating and cooling equipment, performed by a BPI Certified auditor. What do they do??? Pretty much everything you can think of or didn't know they could do. They do the following: Identify qualifications for Federal, State, & Utility programs to fund improvements … [Read more...]
Five places to inspect in your home
Five places to inspect in your home: #arizonahomeinspections #homeinspection #inspectiontips #inspection #arizonarealestate #arizonahomes Our homes require regular maintenance, both to protect our personal safety and to avoid costly repairs. Here are five of the most important items you should check in your home. The fire extinguisher: It’s recommended that you keep at least one fire extinguisher on every floor. You should also keep one in the garage and in the basement. Staircases and banisters: A loose railing or banister could spell disaster. Regularly check your stairs and the accompanying railings to make sure they’re secure. Smoke detectors: Be diligent … [Read more...]
The Evolution of Housing & 2018’s Trendy Floor Plans in Arizona Real Estate
The Evolution of Housing & 2018’s Trendy Floor Plans Have you ever wondered how homes have changed over the years? Just as with many other aspects of life, our home’s floor plans have evolved to fit our changing needs. Believe it or not, everything from family size and material supplies to technological advances and fashion trends have been reflected in our home choices. Let’s step into the past and take a look at some moments in time that mark big changes in the housing industry. The Depression Days Let’s turn the dial back to the 1930’s. After the infamous stock market crash of 1929, the Great Depression was a time where funds and resources were extremely limited. … [Read more...]
Ten Lemon Cleaning Hacks for your Scottsdale & Paradise Valley Home and Real Estate:
10 Lemon Cleaning Hacks for Your Home Whether you’re getting ready to show your house or you’re just looking to keep things fresh, below are 10 lemon-cleaning-home-hacks that are quick, easy and eco-friendly. 1. Ant Spray Squeeze lemon into a small bottle and spritz over a trail of ants when they on their daily commute. The smell will disorientate their path and keep them from following each other. 2. Sink Cleaner Cut a lemon in half and rub over kitchen and bathroom appliances made with chrome. This will completely remove the hard water stains and leave everything sparkly and fresh. 3. Weed Killing Spray First mix lemon juice, vinegar and … [Read more...]
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