Is it a buyer’s market or seller’s market?

As a full-time Realtor in Scottsdale, I get asked this question several times a day. Unlike many agents in the Valley, I typically ask the seller, “Tell me more about the house.” The reason for this is based on my observation that if the “pool of buyers” was like a pizza, 6 out of 8 … Read more

Dealing with Unrealistic Expectations in Real Estate

To almost quote Dionne Warwick, ‘Wishing, Hoping, Needing, & Praying’ are words that make real estate agents crazy. When buyers and sellers apply fantasy wishes to the real estate process it is a recipe for frustration and ultimately, failure.  Not only is it “fool hardy”, it can be incredibly costly to the buyer and seller.  Listed … Read more

The Ultimate Cheat Sheet to Moving

If you’ve ever moved, you probably know first-hand how stressful it can be. In fact, studies have shown that next to divorce and a job change, moving and/or relocating can be one of the most stressful events in our lives. To make your move as smooth as possible, here are 10 tips that will help … Read more

Is your home a fixer-upper or a money pit?

When you buy a property, the goal is to spend less than or equal to its market value. This is true whether you buy it move-in ready or buy a fixer-upper. How do you know whether or not you are sinking your money in a money pit or on a valuable fixer-upper? What’s Your Budget? For … Read more

4 Tax Benefits of Owning a Home

One of the strongest arguments for getting out of the rental pool is the taxable benefits of owning a home. Instead of the rent you pay going right into the landlord’s pocket every month, a portion of every mortgage payment is credited towards interest and property taxes paid each year. A taxpayer can deduct the … Read more

Home of the Month

2476 Grassy Spring Place Las Vegas, NV 89135 Listing Price: $723,000 2 bedroom plus office 3 bath Square footage 2,325 The only 1-story with pool on the golf course in West Gate of Red Rock County Club under $1M! This bright and sunny Summerlin, former model home overlooks a lake with abundant wildlife and golf … Read more

Flooring 101: Guide to Flooring

Thinking about upgrading your flooring?  When budgeting home renovations, flooring is typically the biggest expense, so it’s important to ensure your investment will generate the biggest return. You may be considering re-flooring so that you’ll enjoy the new floor yourself, but you should always consider the potential value for re-sale. This is our top advice … Read more

Five Things You Should Never Say as a Realtor

With the residential real estate market heating up, it’s a good bet that as a realtor, your business is picking up too. But unless you don’t mind losing a listing or two, or missing out on a sale for your clients, it’s not only important to know what you should say in certain situations, but … Read more

ONE Summit Backstage Pass

Realty ONE Group has announced several initiatives presented at the company’s ONE Summit conference, held in Las Vegas April 29-May 1. The annual conference, which brought together a stellar field of accomplished executives in real estate and related services, addresses trend-forward topics in residential real estate in an engaging, highly interactive forum for the brokerage’s invited … Read more

5 Updates To Make Your Home Pet-Friendly

For many people, pets are like family. Sure, they may pee on the carpet or scratch on the door on occasion but, they’re a permanent and lovable addition to any house that make it feel like a home.They’re the ones who greet you excitedly when you come home after a long day and are always … Read more