The housing market has gone through a lot of change recently, and much of that was a result of how quickly mortgage rates rose last year. Now, as we move through 2023, there are signs things are finally going to turn around. Home price appreciation is slowing from the recent frenzy, mortgage rates are coming down, inflation is easing, and […]
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2023 Real Estate Market Outlook (And What It Means for You)
Last year, one factor drove the real estate market more than any other: rising mortgage rates. In March 2022, the Federal Reserve began a series of interest rate hikes in an effort to pump the brakes on inflation.1 And while some market sectors have been slow to respond, the housing market has reacted accordingly. Both […]
Is the Real Estate Market Going to Crash?
When COVID-related shutdowns began in March, real estate brokers and clients scrambled to respond to the shift. Record-low interest rates caused some lenders to call a halt to new underwriting, and homeowners debated whether or not to put their houses on the market. However, those first days of uncertainty ushered in a period of unprecedented […]
How Much Leverage Do Today’s House Sellers Have?
The housing market has been scorching hot over the last twelve months. Buyers and their high demand have far outnumbered sellers and a short supply of houses. The Scottsdale and Greater Phoenix markets are a perfect example of this. Most homes that come onto the market receive multiple offers and go under contract very quickly. […]
Top 5 Home Design Trends for a New Decade
Home Design Trends for 2020 and Beyond Whether you’re planning a simple refresh or a full-scale renovation, it’s important to stay up-to-date on the latest trends in home design. Sellers who make tasteful updates can generate increased buyer interest and, in some cases, a premium selling price. And buyers should consider which features of a […]
The Boulders Scottsdale and Carefree, AZ- 2019 Real Estate Update
– The Boulders Real Estate Update – 2019 To-Date – The Boulders is a luxury golf community located in North Scottsdale and Carefree. It is also home to the world-famous Boulders Resort & Spa. Here is a look at 2019 sales activity within the community. This overview includes homes for sale in The Boulders, pending […]
The Boulders Scottsdale and Carefree, AZ – 2018 Real Estate Update
– The Boulders Real Estate Update – 2018 To-Date – Here are the 2018 home sales results for the luxury golf resort community of The Boulders located in Carefree and Scottsdale, Arizona. There are three sections to the home sales data. The first is an overview of the current inventory for sale in The Boulders. […]
What Will A Million Dollars Buy In and Around Scottsdale?
– Million Dollar Homes in and Around Scottsdale – It is always fun to see what kind of home a million dollars can buy in various places. Today, we thought it would be interesting to homes for sale in the million dollar price range around the Valley. I selected the following cities and towns: Scottsdale […]
