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Paradise County Estates

Information on the Paradise Country Estates community in Paradise Valley, Arizona.  We are the proud leaders for Paradise Valley Real Estate here at Russ Lyon Sothebys

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Finding Paradise Valley Homes For Sale With Elevators

Monday, February 13th, 2012 at 6:11pm. 210 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,…


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. 288 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…


Paradise County Estates - Paradise Valley Homes For Sale

Sunday, December 5th, 2010 at 1:50pm. 198 Views, 0 Comments.

Russ Lyon Sothebys has a great listing in the Paradise Country Estates neighborhood of Paradise Valley, Arizona.  The home features an open great room with retracting sliding glass doors that open to stunning mountain views!  The 5 bedroom home features over 7,500 square feet of living space on a large tropical lot with lush vegetation, multiple boulder waterfalls, pool w/swim up barstools & an underground cooling system.  Other notbale features:  Retracting glass walls in Master suite, Kitchen wwith double island, Dolby surround sound Theater, Wine room, Library/study, Exercise room & sauna, Attached guest house, and a cooled 6-car garage, tucked behind the privately gated parking court.

Paradise Country Estates - 5200 Doubtree Ranch, Paradise Valley, Arizona