Phoenix Real Estate Blog

Investing In Paradise Valley Homes For Sale

Russ Lyon Sothebys

Tuesday, February 21st, 2012 at 11:45am. 9 Views, 0 Comments.

Paradise Valley homes for sale make good investments. Like most of the real estate market, prices in this area took a hit when the housing bubble burst in 2008. Since then, the values of homes have been underselling, and as a result, there are a lot of empty homes out there in spite of the quality construction and obvious long term profitability potential. But for a few years now, Washington and the rest of America have been looking for signs that times are changing. Every sign thus far has been struck down with more disappointment. And the real estate market has continued to falter. But recently, the employment data has looked ever stronger. As a result, many are getting excited about the concept of home ownership again. Investing in Paradise Valley homes…

Finding Paradise Valley Homes For Sale With Elevators

Russ Lyon Sothebys

Monday, February 13th, 2012 at 6:11pm. 32 Views, 0 Comments.

Who said that you can't be picky when it comes to the kind of home that you live in? While most homes out there would not come equipped with an elevator, there are choice selections in the Paradise Valley region that provide this amenity for purposes of both luxury and convenience. Furthermore, these can be excellent homes for individuals with handicaps, who struggle with steep staircases. Paradise Valley's selections of homes with elevators is vast compared to most parts of the country, and it is a good thing, too, because there are many great locations where one can enjoy a top floor view. But regardless of the reason that you are looking for a Paradise Valley home with an elevator, here is what you must keep in mind on the journey.

First of all,…

How To Buy Paradise Valley Short Sales

Russ Lyon Sothebys

Tuesday, February 7th, 2012 at 9:50am. 96 Views, 0 Comments.

Paradise Valley is one of the best places to buy a home in Arizona, especially during the course of 2012. Usually, buying from this area, you could expect a luxury home that would retain its value and show incremental growth in value over the long haul. But today, you can buy in at the rock bottom price and stand to make exponential return on investment in the coming years. The real estate environment is one that has been under intense scrutiny for the last five years. People have been afraid to buy in for horror stories about foreclosures. As a result, the Federal Reserve has lowered interest rates to record lows. Buying into a home on a 15- or 30-year note means you pay less interest than ever before. While the lending standards have become more rigid,…

How To Buy Short Sales In The Arcadia Area Of Phoenix Az

Russ Lyon Sothebys

Monday, January 30th, 2012 at 10:18am. 90 Views, 0 Comments.

So you have heard all about the short sale and what a tremendous opportunity that it presents for real estate investors in a down market. Now what? Well, if you are in the Arcadia area of Phoenix, Ariz., then you need to consider seeking these deals out right away, as the turnaround for real estate is just around the corner, and it could potentially be huge.

But what do you do if you have no idea where to even begin finding one of these properties, and then going through with the bidding and the waiting and the almost certain rejection? What you do is trust in an agent, who has experience dealing with the short sale transaction. The moment that you walk into a Phoenix based real estate agent's office and let him know what you're looking for in a short…

How To Buy Short Sales In Phoenix Arizona

Russ Lyon Sothebys

Tuesday, January 24th, 2012 at 12:27am. 88 Views, 0 Comments.

Phoenix, Ariz.,, has many opportunities for the real estate investor of the 21st Century. With the downturn of the housing market in 2008, business has been slow with more people renting (either by decision or by being forced to). Individuals have not yet demonstrated an interest in getting back to the home buying activities pre-crash. But one thing has always been for certain in the real estate market, and that is its cyclical nature. Down cycles usually do not last very long, and they are always followed by periods of prosperity. Over the next five to ten years, quite a bit of growth is expected in the U.S. market, and Phoenix, as a city of growth itself, is poised to be one of the best places to turn for one's real estate investment.

There are…

How To Buy Scottsdale Az Short Sales

Russ Lyon Sothebys

Friday, January 20th, 2012 at 12:59pm. 117 Views, 0 Comments.

Scottsdale is one of Arizona's fastest growing cities, and with a number of homes sitting around empty or being placed on the market for short sale, it presents a number of wise investment opportunities for the coming year. The housing market has been in a crunch since 2008, and that has made many people leery about buying, especially with the amount of foreclosures, the more rigid lending standards, and the constantly plummeting interest rates. But with the new year expected to be the year where everything turns around, there is no better time than to seek out the short sale home within the Scottsdale region. But how do you buy a short sale in this area with any kind of success? Start by doing the following:

1. Find a short sale agent.

These guys are…

Phoenix Real Estate Market In 2012

Russ Lyon Sothebys

Monday, January 9th, 2012 at 7:57pm. 165 Views, 1 Comments.

The Phoenix Real Estate Market in 2012 is shaping up to be the quintessential year for big returns on investment. Oh, you may not realize ROI in 2012, but if you buy now, you could be enjoying massive profits in the next five to ten years. Unlike most real estate years, when 2-5 percent growth is expected, the increasing value of homes could be much more substantial due to a combination of rising interest rates and the fact that homes have been undervalued for so long. With the lending standards also having grown more rigid since 2008, it will be harder to get a home loan for some people, and that will make homes go up in demand as well.

Phoenix has always been the best of communities in which to live, and that, too, will have an impact on the many…

Dc Ranch Golf Course Homes For Sale In Scottsdale AZ

Russ Lyon Sothebys

Wednesday, January 4th, 2012 at 8:31pm. 142 Views, 1 Comments.

Much has been made of living in Scottsdale, Ariz. The friendly people, the amazingly beautiful desert scenery. All the modern shopping, dining, and technological conveniences that one could ask for. But at the DC Ranch, one can also enjoy a simpler kind of life. Something less fast paced and more relaxing. Something that will allow one to unburden one's mind after a long and stressful day with some invigorating strokes out on the golf course. DC Ranch is as famous for its golfing options as it is for its luxurious homes. But you may wish to be discerning with where you ultimately choose to tee up. That's why for DC Ranch golf course homes, you can do no better than the Country Club Village.

Country Club Village is comprised of three key locations: the…

Buying Gated Community Homes In Paradise Valley

Russ Lyon Sothebys

Monday, January 2nd, 2012 at 12:04pm. 115 Views, 0 Comments.

If you want to buy a gated community home in Arizona, then one of the most obvious places to start looking is in the Paradise Valley. This region is a community that truly earns its name. Residents within the gates here enjoy a wide berth of amenities to choose from. While the area is not the most cost affordable, recent developments in the real estate market - think the last four years - have made some of these homes available at a much lower price than their actual worth. With the market well on its way to recovery in a matter of five or ten years, buying in now is the right time from an investment standpoint. But what about your family's safety and security? Is that something that you can truly put a price on?

Paradise Valley is worth the price you pay…

Finisterre Paradise Valley Short Sales

Russ Lyon Sothebys

Wednesday, December 28th, 2011 at 10:16am. 133 Views, 0 Comments.

Paradise Valley is a gated community widely known for its breathtaking neighborhoods, luxurious amenities, and unmatched security. At the top of the list for neighborhoods that are exemplary of these functions is Finisterre. While this neighborhood may seem impossible to crack, many real estate investors and potential home buyers are shocked to find that there are more and more short sales on the market. See, the real estate sector has taken some major hits over the last few years. Lost jobs, bad loans, and irresponsible financial planning, have all been contributors to the mess that some homeowners are currently enduring. As a result, banks are desperate to keep homes occupied, and home buyers are desperate to escape an unhealthy situation without going…