How Will the Election Impact the Scottsdale Market?

Many people are worried about the impact of the upcoming election on the real estate market, but how much of an effect will the election actually have?

Today I want to talk about what’s in store for the housing market during this election year. With the election coming up soon, many of you are probably wondering if it’s a good idea to buy or sell a house right now. 

It is common knowledge that the real estate market tends to soften during election years. The market falters mainly because consumer confidence dwindles. The fact that a new leader will be elected makes many buyers and sellers uncomfortable and uncertain. 

What does this mean for you? The truth of the matter is that the real estate market is constantly in a state of flux. If you are deciding to buy or sell a home, it doesn’t really matter who the President will be. 

It doesn’t really matter who the President will be.

Your best bet is to give me a call. We can discuss your personal situation and help you make a rational decision about buying or selling a home. If you have any other questions about our current market, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me. I would be happy to help you!

Simple and Affordable Ways to Enhance Curb Appeal

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The summer selling season is here, but you still have a little work you need to do in order to attract qualified buyers to your home. The inside of your home is probably clean and ready to go, but you cannot forget about the exterior of your property.

1. Clean homes always sell well, and I cannot stress the importance of cleaning enough. Remove any eyesores and possibly even rent a power washer to clear your walkways of debris. You also want a clean and orderly lawn.
2. You also need to check on the condition of the paint outside your home. Repainting is one thing that often returns value if you invest the money into it.
3. One other simple fix to curb appeal is to improve your lighting. You can change the feel of your home and your entryway by installing new fixtures and replacing burnt-out bulbs. Accentuating certain trees and shrubs can create a whole new dynamic around your home.
4. I think hiring a professional landscaper is a must. You want all branches and limbs at least three feet from your home. Hiring a landscaper is often worth the extra costs.

"Repainting almost always returns value."

If you have any more questions or want any extra tips, please just reach out to me!

How Has the Phoenix Market Been Performing?

Today we are going to be going over the current market conditions in the Phoenix area. In the Metro area right now, we have very low inventory, putting us in a seller’s market. There aren’t many homes on the market, just like we’ve seen in the last few years. However, this year, the difference is our home prices are slowly rising.

Right now, interest rates are historically low, and still in the 4% range. If you’re a buyer, we’d recommend jumping on board right now to find that special home. Now is definitely the time.

Thanks for joining us today. If you have any questions for us, give us a call or send us an email. We would love to speak with you!

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