Considering a move to a major city from a suburb or rural area? Before you make the move, make sure you understand the major benefits and disadvantages of urban living versus suburban and rural areas. A significant benefit to living in the city is its convenience. City living allows its residents to live in the …
A Guard Dog or Home Alarm – Which Would Make You Feel Safer?
As a homeowner, security is always an important concern. Although property crimes have been decreasing, there are still millions of burglaries and home invasions every year. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, 20.9% of an estimated 8,277,829 property crimes in 2014 were considered burglaries. Having a guard dog or a home alarm in the …
Is Your Client Experiencing Buyer’s Remorse?
Do you know what is buyer’s remorse? It’s the feeling of regret for having purchased anything including a home. Many people might believe that the only way of obtaining that purchase regret is by making a bad deal. And, of course, that is the logical way; but buying a house can involve so much anticipation, …
Does Retail Development Affect Your Property’s Value?
How will new development affect home value? More precisely, do shopping centers increase property value? Homeowners often fear that new development will diminish their property value. According to popular (mis)belief, large-chain retailers can bring property value down once built near a residential area. We’ve debunked that myth and found that across the country, new developments …
City of Scottsdale – “Most Livable City”
Located next to Arizona’s state capital of Phoenix, the city of Scottsdale is a serene desert oasis that consistently appeals to home buyers with its charming allure. Since Scottsdale is directly northeast of Phoenix, it shares many of the capital’s major amenities. Residents and visitors of Scottsdale are able to visit the city’s neighboring McDowell …