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Information on the Desert Mountain community in Scottsdale, Arizona.  We are the proud leaders for Scottsdale Real Estate here at Russ Lyon Sothebys.

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Marketing Your Paradise Valley Home For Sale

Sunday, April 1st, 2012 at 11:04am. 120 Views, 0 Comments.

Have you been a victim of the down real estate market of the last four years? Are you concerned that you will never see a profit on the property that you have been holding on to? Fret not. The unemployment rate decrease is proof that real estate buying activities are on their way back. In the next two years, significant gains are expected, and the earliest of these gains is expected to start as soon as the 2012 U.S. Presidential election is over. That means you don't have much time to mobilize your marketing efforts and get your home out there on the market so that it can be purchased for top dollar. If you are ready to sell, or even if you have been ready to sell unsuccessfully for the last four years, then there are some things that you can do to market…


Working With A Brand Name Company In Paradise Valley

Sunday, March 25th, 2012 at 12:34pm. 171 Views, 0 Comments.

Brand name real estate sales companies are the only way to go if you are looking to unload, or buy in, to properties in the Paradise Valley real estate community. Sotheby's, one of the leading companies in the marketplace, is exemplary of the advantages that you will find by going this direction. If you haven't thought about how you can put a well branded, reputable company, to work for you, then you need to in the coming months. The market is expected to turn soon, and it will offer great opportunities for buyers and sellers. The only way to take advantage of these opportunities is to trust in a company trained in the art of the deal, which can:

Sell your home for more money

Trying to sell your home on your own, or with an inexperienced real estate agent,…


Biggest Obstacles To Finding Paradise Valley Homes With Elevators

Sunday, March 18th, 2012 at 11:51am. 174 Views, 0 Comments.

Paradise Valley is a place that you can call home no matter what your price range is. But if you are in the market and can afford a luxury home, then you can even get more bang for your buck. Among the luxury homes that are out there, elevator homes are among the most popular because they serve such a wide variety of specific functions. They are invaluable when it comes to hauling groceries and furniture upstairs. They help handicap individuals to better move around. They even add that touch of luxury that you won't find in many other homes, including those that are a part of the "luxury" community. But it may not be that easy to find a Paradise Valley home with an elevator, if you succumb to the following obstacles:

Too pricey

Some homes with elevators…


Phoenix Real Estate Market In 2012

Monday, January 9th, 2012 at 7:57pm. 305 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…


Pebblecreek Is The Best Gated Golf Community In Phoenix West Valley

Monday, December 12th, 2011 at 6:40pm. 194 Views, 0 Comments.

Why should you choose a gated golf community if you are planning to buy a home or condominium? Wouldn't there be a lot of traffic and extra expense? Wouldn't there be the possibility that you would become a target from thieves and burglars, who are drawn to the standing that your home implies? Wouldn't you have difficulty ever being able to afford it or even qualify for a loan? A lot has changed about the real estate market in the last five years, and while some of these fears may still be justified, you'd be surprised at just how eligible you could be. Gated golf communities like Pebblecreek have a variety of reasons for you to consider them as your next home. Here are some of them:

1) Gated communities are safer

When you live in a gated community, you…


Invest In Phoenix Real Estate And Get Cash Flow Properties

Tuesday, December 6th, 2011 at 9:56am. 287 Views, 0 Comments.

How can investing in Phoenix real estate gain you cash flow? If you're money is tied up in a piece of property, it can't possibly produce you any living wages, can it? How do you keep making the mortgage payments while also seeing a return on investment? If you are new to the real estate game, then you probably are wondering such things. If you are a veteran, then you already know. So for the purposes of understanding, this article assumes that you have just a beginner's understanding. With that said, how do you turn your Phoenix real estate properties into sources of income? There are a few ways that you can do this. Here are some of them:

1) Rental properties

These days many people are afraid to buy, and that has been a tremendous thing for those, who own…


Where Are The Best Places To Invest In Phoenix For $1,000,000

Saturday, December 3rd, 2011 at 4:47pm. 200 Views, 0 Comments.

So you want to invest in the real estate game, but you are uncertain of where your money should go. What should you do next? If you are in the Phoenix area, then you are really in luck. If you have $1 million to invest, even better! Buying higher end real estate has a number of advantages that are undeniable. For starters, look at the struggling housing market. While on the surface, this can appear to be a bad thing, consider for a moment that the market is cyclical, and it has been struggling for quite some time.

Many view the 2012 Presidential Election as something that is holding up real estate. If you have the money to invest now, then you could stand to make a lot of money in a short amount of time once the election is over and the country starts…


Luxury Adult Golf Community Homes In Phoenix, Az

Thursday, November 17th, 2011 at 6:00pm. 287 Views, 0 Comments.

Phoenix is known for being a community of many choice real estate locations. So why do people value luxury adult golf community homes in the area above all others? There are a number of reasons. But before getting your hopes up, it's important that you first take a self evaluation of where you are as a home buyer. The lending standards have changed in the last few years, and it is not as easy to be considered for a great home as it used to be. Make certain that your job is secure, your income is strong, and your debt is low. Once you have your pre qualifications met, consult with an agent to determine your needs as a buyer. This part of the journey is as much job interview for qualified agents as it is self evaluation for determining why you want a luxury…


Phoenix Luxury Homes

Monday, July 25th, 2011 at 10:57am. 768 Views, 0 Comments.

When asking about where in the valley are the best luxury homes, an out of towner may be lost since there are so many excellent luxury enclave within the valley.  Your Russ Lyon Sotheby's Luxury Home Specialist can offer a great deal of help in pointing you in the right direction.  Call anytime at 1-888-418-0106.

The highest price per square foot in the valley overall, is in Paradise Valley.  Located between Phoenix and Scottsdale, this luxury home enclave is well worth looking at.  Scottsdale, for the most part is also on the upper end, except in the older southern parts of the city that border northern Tempe, where the homes tend to be more modestly sized and priced 1950's and 1960's ranch style homes.  Anywhere around Camelback Mountain is also very…


Desert Mountain Real Estate - Scottsdale Homes For Sale

Wednesday, January 5th, 2011 at 9:58am. 1619 Views, 0 Comments.

Russ Lyon Sothebys has a great listing in the Desert Montain golf community of Scottsdale, Arizona.  Desert Mountain is an exclusive area in Scottsdale Arizona and this luxury Desert Mountain homes Sits on 5.64 acres of hillside land affords the upmost in privacy and great city light & mountain views. The finest of Italian & French designs including soaring groin vaulted ceilings, 150 yr old wooden beams and hand selected stone archways & brick barrel hallways. This is a one of kind property with 18,000 square feet and is only for the most discerning of clients.  The home also boasts retractable walls of glass with a lavishly appointed multi-level pool, fireplace Ramada & a fully equipped outdoor kitchen.  In addition, there are 12 hand crafted masonry…