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Latest NewsN. Mark Kramoltz, JD, GRI, CIPS writes blog articles on the metro Phoenix, Arizona, national and global real estate markets. Written from his perspective as a designated broker and real estate attorney, his articles avoid the inaccuracies and vacuous industry propaganda common to most real estate writings. Due to his love of animals and military history, he also frequently writes about dogs, cats and horses that have played a role in military conflicts. Subscribe to his blog now!
Don’t Under-Budget your Custom Home.
Its said that over 50% of custom builds never get off the ground. The number one reason is that many people do not prepare a realistic, comprehensive budget. To avoid disappointments, early consultation with an experienced builder is essential. A competent builder is...
International Napping.
If you shop for a home overseas, work habits in many countries may be different from what you are used to. For example, in Spain, the siesta is sacred. People work from early morning until 1:30 p.m., and then in the evening from 5 p.m. on. From 3 p.m. until 4:30 - 5...
Solar Panels, Part 1 – Lease Transaction Traps.
You have solar panels on your home and you decide to move. You assume that the presence of solar panels will be a marketing plus, maybe even get you a higher price. That should be case, but when the panels are leased, it might not. Some buyers will balk when they...
5 Ways to Avoid Mechanics Liens.
When you have work done in Arizona, workers have a right to place liens on your property to protect their right to be paid. With residential property, only contractors with a contract with the owner have lien rights. But in commercial projects, it doesn’t matter if...
Why New Homes Are Expensive.
New-home prices have risen higher than anticipated when comparing those built in 1970 to homes built today with similar characteristics. According to an analysis by economist Tom Lawler, new homes are selling for an average of more than double what they sold for in...
Bisbee, Az Gains National Recognition.
Bisbee is a picturesque old mining town located in the southeast of part of Arizona. It has long been one of Arizona’s hidden secrets, but not anymore. It has been named one of Frommers 18 best places to go in 2018. It also was named Arizona’s prettiest town by Daily...