• How to Boost Your Home Value for 2024: Professional Home Appraisers Weigh In

    How to Boost Your Home Value for 2024: Professional Home Appraisers Weigh In,Scott Graff

      By: Redfin Blog    Are you curious what home upgrades can boost your property’s value? Whether you’re a homeowner in San Marcos, CA, looking to maximize your property’s sale potential, or a seller seeking a deeper understanding of the Katy, TX, housing market, this Redfin article explores insight

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  • How Much Does it Cost to Move a House? Budgeting Your Big Move

    How Much Does it Cost to Move a House? Budgeting Your Big Move,Scott Graff

      By: Redfin Blog    Moving a house is a monumental undertaking that involves not only physical logistics but also significant financial considerations. Whether you’re relocating a historic home to preserve its character or simply seeking a change of scenery, the cost of moving a house can be daun

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  • How to Get a Home Loan: 10 Steps to Success

    How to Get a Home Loan: 10 Steps to Success,Scott Graff

      By: Redfin    It’s an exciting moment when you decide to charge ahead and purchase your first home. You look forward to finding the right house in a neighborhood you like and settling in to become part of the community. Plus in terms of personal finance, homeownership is a major accomplishment. 

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  • New construction remains on an upward trend in Phoenix for 2024

    New construction remains on an upward trend in Phoenix for 2024,Scott Graff

      By: AZ Big Media    Multifamily construction starts declined in 2023, but exceeded expectations considering the turmoil in the financial markets. A new report on multifamily construction starts from Yardi Matrix reports that the number of units that broke ground in 2023 ranks third in recent yea

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  • Can you rent an apartment while on another lease?

    Can you rent an apartment while on another lease?,Scott Graff

      By: AZ Big Media    Caught in the tight grip of a binding apartment lease but itching to embark on a new chapter of your apartment lifestyle? You’re likely wondering, “Can you rent an apartment while on another lease?” Unfortunately, the answer is not black and white. To help you out, we’ll slic

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  • Insights in evaluation: How home appraisal drives informed mortgage decisions

    Insights in evaluation: How home appraisal drives informed mortgage decisions,Scott Graff

      By: AZ Big Media    In the complex process of mortgage lending, one step is crucial yet often understated: the home appraisal. For lenders, it’s like getting a report card on a house before deciding whether to lend money for it. But why does it matter so much? Well, it helps lenders make informe

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  • 4 factors to consider before you go solar

    4 factors to consider before you go solar,Scott Graff

      By: AZ Big Media    Given that Phoenix averages over 300 sunny days each year, it is no surprise that Arizona ranks fifth in the nation for installed solar panels. This source of energy has become more prevalent over the years as conversations centering on sustainability and one’s carbon footpri

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  • Ice Ice, Baby: A Rare Indoor Rink Comes With This $12.5M Arizona Home

    Ice Ice, Baby: A Rare Indoor Rink Comes With This $12.5M Arizona Home,Scott Graff

      By: SFGATE    Looking for a place to practice slap shots or spins in Scottsdale, AZ? The contemporary abode of former National Hockey League player John Curry might be just the place. Listed for $12.5 million, the 12,030-square-foot residence offers more than the traditional living spac

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  • Why Is Arizona The Best Airbnb Market?

    Why Is Arizona The Best Airbnb Market?,Scott Graff

    By:    Why is Arizona The Best Airbnb Market? Real Estate News   Arizona’s Airbnb Market: A Convergence of Affordability, Demand, and Diverse Attractions Arizona’s Meteor Crater is a tourist attraction.. USGS/D. Roddy – http://www.lpi.usra.edu/publications/slidesets/craters/slide_10.html / In rece

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  • Expert warns against 1 crucial mistake homebuyers should avoid in 2024

    Expert warns against 1 crucial mistake homebuyers should avoid in 2024,Scott Graff

      By: AZ Big Media    Residential Realtor Somone Wilder is a Top 40 Under 40 Realtor in Maricopa County with a track record of selling more than 500 homes in just the past 5 years. Featured on NPR and in Bloomberg Magazine, she has positioned herself as an expert in her industry. She’s warns potent

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  • Here’s where Arizona ranks for attracting out-of-state movers

    Here’s where Arizona ranks for attracting out-of-state movers,Scott Graff

        By: AZ Big Media    Gen Z may prioritize job opportunities and sunshine over affordability when moving out of state. A new Zillow analysis of the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2022 American Community Survey (ACS) finds Gen Z interstate movers flocked to California, even as the state experienced the high

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  • What is a Twin Home? Making Sense of Dual-Unit Living for Buyers and Renters

    What is a Twin Home? Making Sense of Dual-Unit Living for Buyers and Renters,Scott Graff

      By: Redfin Blog    If you’ve found yourself wondering, ‘What exactly is a twin home, and could it be right for me?’ you’re in the right place. Among the various housing options available, one term that frequently piques interest is the ‘twin home.’ But what does it mean exactly? Is it a duplex,

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  • Arizona is state with the 10th lowest real estate property taxes in 2024

    Arizona is state with the 10th lowest real estate property taxes in 2024,Scott Graff

      By: AZ Big Media    Depending on where you live, property taxes can be a small inconvenience or a major burden. How do Arizona property taxes rank? The average American household spends $2,869 on property tax for their homes each year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, and residents of the 26

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  • Renovating these 3 rooms in your home get the best ROI

    Renovating these 3 rooms in your home get the best ROI,Scott Graff

      By: AZ Big Media    Over the years strategic home renovations have become a way for homeowners to maximize the returns on their investment in their home. While every room in a home contributes to the appeal of potential buyers, renovating key rooms can provide you with a better payoff. Three roo

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  • Why renters can stretch their income furthest in Surprise and Scottsdale

    Why renters can stretch their income furthest in Surprise and Scottsdale,Scott Graff

      By: AZ Big Media    RentCafe.com with a fresh report aimed at helping renters stretch their income. A bigger paycheck in a new city? That’s always a good upgrade, but there’s more to consider when it comes to relocating. The balance between income and expenses is what truly helps renters be bette

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  • 16 Things to Do Immediately After Buying a Home and You Receive Your Keys

    16 Things to Do Immediately After Buying a Home and You Receive Your Keys,Scott Graff

      By: Redfin    Congratulations on your new home! Successfully closing on a house in today’s market is an achievement worth celebrating. After navigating through the phases of house hunting, making the offer, securing a mortgage, finally closing the deal, you might be wondering what happens next,

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  • Moving Checklist: Everything You Need to Know for a Smooth Move

    Moving Checklist: Everything You Need to Know for a Smooth Move,Scott Graff

      By: Redfin    Whether you’ve secured the perfect apartment to rent or just purchased your dream home, the only task left is transitioning into your new living space. We won’t lie to you — moving is no small feat. The entire process can feel daunting, from decluttering and packing to transporting

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  • Arizona’s Largest Cities: A Homebuyer’s Guide for 2024

    Arizona’s Largest Cities: A Homebuyer’s Guide for 2024,Scott Graff

      By: Redfin    Arizona has endless sunshine and landscapes, offering a unique and uplifting experience. Residing in Arizona provides a distinctive lifestyle surrounded by diverse landscapes, ranging from the awe-inspiring red rocks to a rich cultural atmosphere, all under abundant sunshine and a S

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  • New research reveals the most profitable US cities for Airbnb hosts

    New research reveals the most profitable US cities for Airbnb hosts ,Scott Graff

      By: Travel Trade    A new study has found Scottsdale, Arizona, to be the most profitable city for Airbnb hosts.  The research, carried out by personal finance experts Wealth of Geeks, calculated how much extra homeowners could earn by renting out properties per night, using the average cost of an

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  • Airbnb welcomes new rules as a significant step forwards

    Airbnb welcomes new rules as a significant step forwards,Scott Graff

      By: Airbnb    At Airbnb, we welcome the Government’s announcement that registration and planning rules for short term lets will be introduced in England. We have long led calls for registration for everyone to increase transparency and give local authorities the information they need to enforce

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