31 08, 2021

What Buyers and Sellers Need To Know About the Appraisal Gap

By |2021-08-31T03:00:37-07:00August 31st, 2021|Jane E Daley, Luxury Valley Homes, Scottsdale real estate Arizona|0 Comments

It’s economy 101 – when supply is low and demand is high, prices naturally rise. That’s what’s happening in today’s housing market. Home prices are appreciating at near-historic rates, and that’s creating some challenges when it comes to home appraisals. In recent months, it’s become increasingly common for an appraisal to come in below the [...]

30 08, 2021

The Difference in Net Worth Between Homeowners and Renters Is Widening

By |2021-08-30T03:00:08-07:00August 30th, 2021|Jane E Daley, Luxury Valley Homes, Scottsdale real estate Arizona|0 Comments

Becoming financially secure is an important goal for many people today, but some don’t realize just how much homeownership can help them achieve that dream. A recent report, The Journey Toward Financial Freedom, surveys Americans about their perspective on financial wellness and their goals. It shows there may be a significant misconception about the role [...]

27 08, 2021

Your Checklist To Get Ready To Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]

By |2021-08-27T03:00:31-07:00August 27th, 2021|Jane E Daley, Luxury Valley Homes, Scottsdale real estate Arizona|0 Comments

Some Highlights When it comes to selling your house, you want it to look its best inside and out. It’s important to focus on tasks that can make it inviting, show it’s cared for, and boost your curb appeal for prospective buyers. Let’s connect to make sure your house shows well and catches a buyer’s [...]

26 08, 2021

If Housing Affordability Is About the Money, Don’t Forget This.

By |2021-08-26T03:00:36-07:00August 26th, 2021|Jane E Daley, Luxury Valley Homes, Scottsdale real estate Arizona|0 Comments

There are many non-financial benefits of buying your own home. However, today’s headlines seem to be focusing primarily on the financial aspects of homeownership – specifically affordability. Many articles are making the claim that it’s not affordable to buy a home in today’s market, but that isn’t the case. Today’s buyers are spending approximately 20% [...]

25 08, 2021

Why 2021 Is Still the Year To Sell Your House

By |2021-08-25T03:00:42-07:00August 25th, 2021|Jane E Daley, Luxury Valley Homes, Scottsdale real estate Arizona|0 Comments

If you’re trying to decide whether or not to sell your house, this is the time to think seriously about making a move. Fannie Mae’s recent Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI) reveals the number of respondents who say it’s a good time to sell is higher now than it was over the past few summers (see [...]

24 08, 2021

What To Do with Your Vacation Home as Summer Ends

By |2021-08-24T03:00:56-07:00August 24th, 2021|Jane E Daley, Luxury Valley Homes, Scottsdale real estate Arizona|0 Comments

As summer comes to a close, is it time to think about selling your vacation home? Based on recent data and expert opinions, it’s something you may want to consider. According to research from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), vacation home sales are up 57.2% year-over-year for January-April 2021. If you’ve taken your last [...]

23 08, 2021

What Do Experts Say About Today’s Mortgage Rates?

By |2021-08-23T03:00:44-07:00August 23rd, 2021|Jane E Daley, Luxury Valley Homes, Scottsdale real estate Arizona|0 Comments

Mortgage rates are hovering near record lows, and that’s good news for today’s homebuyers. The graph below shows mortgage rates dating back to 2016 and where today falls by comparison. Generally speaking, when rates are low, you can afford more home for your money. That’s why experts across the industry agree – today’s low rates [...]

20 08, 2021

Options for First-Time Homebuyers [INFOGRAPHIC]

By |2021-08-20T03:00:59-07:00August 20th, 2021|Jane E Daley, Luxury Valley Homes, Scottsdale real estate Arizona|0 Comments

Some Highlights With a housing market this competitive, sometimes you have to think outside the box. Work with your trusted real estate advisors to do things like assess your budget, expand your search radius, look into other options, and determine your true needs. If you’re having trouble finding your first home, let’s connect to explore [...]

19 08, 2021

More Young People Are Buying Homes

By |2021-08-19T03:00:07-07:00August 19th, 2021|Jane E Daley, Luxury Valley Homes, Scottsdale real estate Arizona|0 Comments

There’s a common misconception that younger generations aren’t interested in homeownership. Many people point to the fact that millennials put off purchasing their first home as a reason for this belief. Odeta Kushi, Deputy Chief Economist for First American, explains why millennials have put off certain milestones linked to homeownership. Those delays led to their [...]

18 08, 2021

Real Estate: It’s Still a Lack of Supply, Not a Lack of Demand

By |2021-08-18T03:00:02-07:00August 18th, 2021|Jane E Daley, Luxury Valley Homes, Scottsdale real estate Arizona|0 Comments

One of the major questions real estate experts are asking today is whether prospective homebuyers still believe purchasing a home makes sense. Some claim rapidly rising home prices are impacting demand and, by extension, leading to the recent slowdown in sales activity. However, demand isn’t the real issue. Instead, it’s the lack of supply (homes [...]

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