Foreclosure
What if my Prescott, AZ house does not sell at public auction, how long do i have to move out?
Depends on if you’re the owner. If not, do you have a lease as the renter? The law states you have 90 days to receive notice prior to being evicted from a foreclosure. Also, neither the landlord nor the bank … Continue reading
IRS and HOA liens of Prescott area properties
Question: My Prescott, AZ home is set for auction and there are two liens. One, IRS and the other is an HOA lien. I was told most likely, it will not sell. Is this true? Answer: There are “junior” and … Continue reading
Prescott
I’m a California buyer, what next? CA to AZ
Some CA residents may believe those of us who were born and/or raised in Prescott may have a chip on our shoulder for our Golden State friends…this is not true at all. Although there may be some pockets of people … Continue reading
What’s the market like now? 2024
Since I last posted my article August 31, 2022, regarding being a California buyer; the market has changed. Let me explain how and why. Has the market in Prescott slowed down? Here’s the data: We have an average of 158 … Continue reading
Prescott, Arizona 2:1 Buydown. What is it? How it can work for you!
2024 Climbing Interest Rates Buyers are finding themselves in challenging times in the Arizona real estate market not only with massive price hikes, but with rising interest rates. Perhaps you’ve been thinking, “hey, maybe it’s time we purchased our home … Continue reading
What happens when someone is trying to illegally sell Prescott property? Who do I Talk to?
To start with, call the police if you have proof and know where the perpetrator is located. There are many scams going on in land and property sales all over the U.S. Craigslist is one of the most dangerous places … Continue reading
Arizona Moving Checklist
Address Change Post office: give forwarding address Charge accounts, credits cards Subscriptions : notice requires several weeks Friends and relatives Bank Transfer funds, arrange check-cashing in new city Arrange credit references Insurance Notify company of new location for coverage: life, … Continue reading
50 Tips to Sell your AZ home
Hire a Professional List your home with a Realtor who will do all the things necessary to bring in qualified prospects, guide you in setting a good price, help you to show your home to your advantage and negotiate a … Continue reading
Top 8 Seller’s Questions
When do I get my sale proceeds? On the date of recording, your escrow officer will have your proceeds available for your review. At the time of closing, you may request that your escrow officer either cut you a check … Continue reading
Is Prescott, AZ a safe city to live in?
Realtors are not technically allowed to steer people based on the perception of crime. Issues of race and location come into play, and a professional agent refrains from having such conversations. In my own opinion, in general, Prescott is a … Continue reading
What if my Prescott, AZ house does not sell at public auction, how long do i have to move out?
Depends on if you’re the owner. If not, do you have a lease as the renter? The law states you have 90 days to receive notice prior to being evicted from a foreclosure. Also, neither the landlord nor the bank … Continue reading
IRS and HOA liens of Prescott area properties
Question: My Prescott, AZ home is set for auction and there are two liens. One, IRS and the other is an HOA lien. I was told most likely, it will not sell. Is this true? Answer: There are “junior” and … Continue reading
Prescott Valley
I’m a California buyer, what next? CA to AZ
Some CA residents may believe those of us who were born and/or raised in Prescott may have a chip on our shoulder for our Golden State friends…this is not true at all. Although there may be some pockets of people … Continue reading
Prescott, Arizona 2:1 Buydown. What is it? How it can work for you!
2024 Climbing Interest Rates Buyers are finding themselves in challenging times in the Arizona real estate market not only with massive price hikes, but with rising interest rates. Perhaps you’ve been thinking, “hey, maybe it’s time we purchased our home … Continue reading
50 Tips to Sell your AZ home
Hire a Professional List your home with a Realtor who will do all the things necessary to bring in qualified prospects, guide you in setting a good price, help you to show your home to your advantage and negotiate a … Continue reading
Top 8 Seller’s Questions
When do I get my sale proceeds? On the date of recording, your escrow officer will have your proceeds available for your review. At the time of closing, you may request that your escrow officer either cut you a check … Continue reading
I have a Prescott Valley home that is for sale. I would like to trade for a home in Prescott Valley that would be of lesser price. Do people trade homes very often within the same community?
Protecting your Prescott Valley home investment is your primary concern. You’ll likely go through all the same channels and jump through all the same hoops as buying a home. Both homes will need appraisals, inspections, title work, etc… Why? You’ll … Continue reading
Illegal Sales
What happens when someone is trying to illegally sell Prescott property? Who do I Talk to?
To start with, call the police if you have proof and know where the perpetrator is located. There are many scams going on in land and property sales all over the U.S. Craigslist is one of the most dangerous places … Continue reading
Title and Escrow
Top Ten Questions Home Buyers have for Title Companies
When can you tell me the amount of funds required to close escrow? Upon receipt of your loan documents and preparation of your escrow instructions, Title will contact your real estate agent and/or you to let you know the amount … Continue reading
Moving Day
Arizona Moving Checklist
Address Change Post office: give forwarding address Charge accounts, credits cards Subscriptions : notice requires several weeks Friends and relatives Bank Transfer funds, arrange check-cashing in new city Arrange credit references Insurance Notify company of new location for coverage: life, … Continue reading
Checklists
Arizona Moving Checklist
Address Change Post office: give forwarding address Charge accounts, credits cards Subscriptions : notice requires several weeks Friends and relatives Bank Transfer funds, arrange check-cashing in new city Arrange credit references Insurance Notify company of new location for coverage: life, … Continue reading
Selling Your AZ home
50 Tips to Sell your AZ home
Hire a Professional List your home with a Realtor who will do all the things necessary to bring in qualified prospects, guide you in setting a good price, help you to show your home to your advantage and negotiate a … Continue reading
Top 8 Seller’s Questions
When do I get my sale proceeds? On the date of recording, your escrow officer will have your proceeds available for your review. At the time of closing, you may request that your escrow officer either cut you a check … Continue reading
unpermitted
Is un-permitted construction the responsibility of the home buyer or homeowner?
What happens when a previous homeowner builds an unpermitted deck built on a house in Yavapai County? Whose responsibility is it to obtain permits prior to selling the house? Most cities allow certain types of construction by homeowners. A general … Continue reading
Realtor
Can I fire my realtor when I purchase my new home?
Question: I’m currently being represented by a realtor who does not accompany me on showing new homes in communities. They also don’t return calls or emails. Can I remove them so they don’t receive a commission without legal trouble or … Continue reading
Performance
Can I fire my realtor when I purchase my new home?
Question: I’m currently being represented by a realtor who does not accompany me on showing new homes in communities. They also don’t return calls or emails. Can I remove them so they don’t receive a commission without legal trouble or … Continue reading
Moving to Prescott
I’m a California buyer, what next? CA to AZ
Some CA residents may believe those of us who were born and/or raised in Prescott may have a chip on our shoulder for our Golden State friends…this is not true at all. Although there may be some pockets of people … Continue reading
What’s the market like now? 2024
Since I last posted my article August 31, 2022, regarding being a California buyer; the market has changed. Let me explain how and why. Has the market in Prescott slowed down? Here’s the data: We have an average of 158 … Continue reading
Prescott, Arizona 2:1 Buydown. What is it? How it can work for you!
2024 Climbing Interest Rates Buyers are finding themselves in challenging times in the Arizona real estate market not only with massive price hikes, but with rising interest rates. Perhaps you’ve been thinking, “hey, maybe it’s time we purchased our home … Continue reading
Market
What’s the market like now? 2024
Since I last posted my article August 31, 2022, regarding being a California buyer; the market has changed. Let me explain how and why. Has the market in Prescott slowed down? Here’s the data: We have an average of 158 … Continue reading
Lending
Prescott, Arizona 2:1 Buydown. What is it? How it can work for you!
2024 Climbing Interest Rates Buyers are finding themselves in challenging times in the Arizona real estate market not only with massive price hikes, but with rising interest rates. Perhaps you’ve been thinking, “hey, maybe it’s time we purchased our home … Continue reading
Mortgage
Prescott, Arizona 2:1 Buydown. What is it? How it can work for you!
2024 Climbing Interest Rates Buyers are finding themselves in challenging times in the Arizona real estate market not only with massive price hikes, but with rising interest rates. Perhaps you’ve been thinking, “hey, maybe it’s time we purchased our home … Continue reading
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