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Phoenix Water Parks

Get your Splash on at Phoenix-Area Water Parks

If you’re needing some fun filled activities for those longgggg summer days, I’ve put together the ultimate guide of Phoenix-area water parks! Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Six Flags Hurricane Harbor-North Valley (formerly Wet n Wild). There's a junior area, a playground, a wave pool, a roaring river and some awesome waterslide thrill rides. They also have special events such as dive-in...

owning is more affordable than renting in Phoenix

Owning Is More Affordable Than Renting In Phoenix and 19 US Metropolitan Areas

Most people rent because they think it’s more affordable than owning a home—but in a huge number of metros in the United States, that’s just not true. According to a recent study from LendingTree, the median mortgage payment is less than the median rent payment in 20 of the 50 largest metros in the US. That means that owning a home in one of these areas will actually save you money...

No Pre-Approval No showing for you

6 Reasons we Real Estate Agents Want You Pre-Approved Before Showing You Homes

Ever had an agent deny to show you a home because you weren’t pre-approved for a mortgage? It’s not because we're mean, or we don’t value your business… it’s actually because they’re looking out for your best interests. Let’s face it, shopping for a home before getting pre-approved for a mortgage is like walking into a grocery store without a wallet. You may have the desire to...

6 Reasons You Should Avoid Buying A For Sale By Owner (FSBO) Home

When you’re looking to buy a home, you may wonder, “Does it matter if the property is listed with a real estate agent or the owners who are trying to sell it themselves?” Um, yes. It matters. A lot. The truth is: When it comes to signing contracts, handing over escrow money, and digging into the home’s history, going it alone can end up costing homebuyers a bundle. The following are 6 reasons...

Pre-Approved? Nunya!

Why Do Real Estate Agents Ask if You’re Pre-Approved?

Have you ever walked into an open house, or called a real estate agent about a listing, and within minutes, they’re asking you if you are “pre-approved” for a mortgage? If you haven’t, then you have never walked into an open house or called an agent. Or at least enough of them… Just wait. It’ll happen. And you’re going to feel like it’s pretty pushy for them to ask that. It’s...

Beware

Beware of the Bandwagon Real Estate Agents

You’ve probably heard the saying, “Everyone is Irish on St Patrick’s day.” Lots of people who aren’t Irish love to celebrate on Saint Patrick’s Day. Why not?! There’s nothing wrong with going to a parade, enjoying some Irish food, and having a few drinks. But picture someone going to a parade, and having a few too many drinks. And then that person jumps up on the bandwagon...

existing vs new build DeDe Forwood

New Survey: Buyers More Likely To Buy Existing Homes Vs. New Construction

Many people believe that when it comes to real estate, buyers want something brand new. But according to a recent report, the vast majority of buyers end up purchasing existing homes. According to the New Construction Consumer Housing Trends Report 2018, only 38% of buyers in 2018 even considered purchasing new construction. And the percentage that ended up buying a brand new home? Only...

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