Beware of Ugly Homes: Find a Trustworthy Realtor

It pays to be smart when purchasing a home. Buyers in today’s world simply go on-line to view property listings which are just a mouse click away. Yes, it is time consuming but it pays to be smart when looking at homes on the real estate market.

When you find a home you like on-line, you may be surprised (not in a good way), how differently the home actually looks when seeing it in “person” from the photos you viewed on-line. “Photoshop” type software applications and even ingenious photography with good angles can make or break a sale. Some real estate agents have mastered this marketing strategy, but there's a fine line between advertising and being completely truthful!

How do you distinguish a beautiful home from an ugly one? A good home goes beyond the beauty of the home itself, factors such as the community, the condition of the home and the history of the home are also taken into consideration.

Any undesirable factors that might exist with a home are not necessarily pointed out in the advertising and photos of a property! These can be such factors as the homes location , is the property conveniently located near schools; is the area prone to extreme climate damage or flood; and the availability of mortgage financing terms.

This is where the value of having a REALTOR ® represent you, comes in. A trustworthy REALTOR ® will tell a client everything they are aware of in regards to the property and provide you with resources to get additional information about a property and the area.

Get to know the real estate agent you're working with.

Find a professional REALTOR ® like the Luxury Valley Homes Team. Our client's happiness is more important to us than making a sale.

Beware of Ugly Homes: Find a Trustworthy Realtor

For more information, please visit our website.

Beware of Ugly Homes: Find a Trustworthy Realtor

[caption id="attachment_4517" align="alignright" width="300"] Inside Derelict House for TQ4243 by Oast House Archive[/caption]

It pays to be smart when purchasing a home. Buyers in today’s world simply go on-line to view property listings which are just a mouse click away. Yes, it is time consuming but it pays to be smart when looking at homes on the real estate market.

When you find a home you like on-line, you may be surprised (not in a good way), how differently the home actually looks when seeing it in “person” from the photos you viewed on-line. “Photoshop” type software applications and even ingenious photography with good angles can make or break a sale. Some real estate agents have mastered this marketing strategy, but there's a fine line between advertising and being completely truthful!

How do you distinguish a beautiful home from an ugly one? A good home goes beyond the beauty of the home itself, factors such as the community, the condition of the home and the history of the home are also taken into consideration.

Any undesirable factors that might exist with a home are not necessarily pointed out in the advertising and photos of a property! These can be such factors as the homes location , is the property conveniently located near schools; is the area prone to extreme climate damage or flood; and the availability of mortgage financing terms.

This is where the value of having a REALTOR ® represent you, comes in. A trustworthy REALTOR ® will tell a client everything they are aware of in regards to the property and provide you with resources to get additional information about a property and the area.

Get to know the real estate agent you're working with.

Find a professional REALTOR ® like the Luxury Valley Homes Team. Our client's happiness is more important to us than making a sale.

Beware of Ugly Homes: Find a Trustworthy Realtor

Arizona's Monument Valley Tagged as one of CNN's 27 Sights That WillRemind You How Incredible the World Is

Arizona's Monument Valley Tagged as one of CNN's 27 Sights That Will Remind You How Incredible the World Is

As I went through CNN news and articles as I usually do, I stumbled upon an article dedicated to enticing the readers to remember the beauty of the incredible Mother Earth. Personally, I find the title of the article most apt and concise to describe this, it is called '27 Sights That Will Remind You How Incredible the World Is' by Anthea Gerrie.

A note follows below the title saying, “These amazing spectacles may not change your life, but they should change your vacation plans.” Sorry to disappoint you Anthea, but it changed mine. Reading through the whim and looking at the spectacular photos, it gave me a bigger world view. It inspired me to break out of the usual tourist destination traps, pick up my back pack and explore the unknown world.

It wasn't surprising that the US would make the list. Of course, there's so much wonder in our own land. Four sites were listed among the 27 in the world, namely: The Yosemite peaks in California, the Electrical Storms in Tornado Valley, Carlsbad Cavern in New Mexico and the Monument Valley in Arizona.

These places and sights are rich in natural beauty and history. You can call it one-of-a-kind or rare, but none can compare to these awe inspiring sites. The four were placed alongside the grand Northern Lights in Scandinavia; the panoramic view from the water taxis and the gondolas in Venice; the majestic Victoria Falls in Zambia, and more.

It wasn't a beauty competition. It was simply a celebration of the allure of our very own world.

Explore the world abound. Experience Arizona. Discover Mesa! For more information on Mesa Arizona, contact the Luxury Valley Homes Team.

Arizona's Monument Valley Tagged as one of CNN's 27 Sights That Will Remind You How Incredible the World Is

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Arizona's Monument Valley Tagged as one of CNN's 27 Sights That Will Remind You How Incredible the World Is

Arizona's Monument Valley Tagged as one of CNN's 27 Sights That Will Remind You How Incredible the World Is

[caption id="attachment_4418" align="alignright" width="300"] Monument Valley after Snowstorm by Christian Mehlfürer[/caption]

As I went through CNN news and articles as I usually do, I stumbled upon an article dedicated to enticing the readers to remember the beauty of the incredible Mother Earth. Personally, I find the title of the article most apt and concise to describe this, it is called '27 Sights That Will Remind You How Incredible the World Is' by Anthea Gerrie.

A note follows below the title saying, “These amazing spectacles may not change your life, but they should change your vacation plans.” Sorry to disappoint you Anthea, but it changed mine. Reading through the whim and looking at the spectacular photos, it gave me a bigger world view. It inspired me to break out of the usual tourist destination traps, pick up my back pack and explore the unknown world.

It wasn't surprising that the US would make the list. Of course, there's so much wonder in our own land. Four sites were listed among the 27 in the world, namely: The Yosemite peaks in California, the Electrical Storms in Tornado Valley, Carlsbad Cavern in New Mexico and the Monument Valley in Arizona.

These places and sights are rich in natural beauty and history. You can call it one-of-a-kind or rare, but none can compare to these awe inspiring sites. The four were placed alongside the grand Northern Lights in Scandinavia; the panoramic view from the water taxis and the gondolas in Venice; the majestic Victoria Falls in Zambia, and more.

It wasn't a beauty competition. It was simply a celebration of the allure of our very own world.

Explore the world abound. Experience Arizona. Discover Scottsdale! For more information on Scottsdale Arizona, contact the Luxury Valley Homes Team.

Arizona's Monument Valley Tagged as one of CNN's 27 Sights That Will Remind You How Incredible the World Is

Vincent van Gogh Art – The Housing Market – Terrifying?

Vincent van Gogh Art – The Housing Market – Terrifying?



The fishermen know that the sea is dangerous and the storm terrible, but they have never found those dangers sufficient reason for remaining ashore.”

Vincent van Gogh, Dutch painter (March 30, 1853 – July 29, 1890)

http://www.vangoghgallery.com/

Artists take risks. They pursue their vision, often without financial security, facing long odds while stewing in their own self-doubt. When the world tells them “it’s not safe,” they listen to their own voice despite “prevailing wisdom.” They have a vision and they pursue it.

Occasionally, if they’re very lucky, they get to look back on their life and see the path that leads them to create a masterpiece. At the time, the path wasn’t easy, yet in retrospect, it looks very much like the only possible path they could take.

We think in twenty years or even ten years, we’re going to hear the collective sound of people kicking themselves because they did not buy a home this year.

Perhaps when their teenage sons and daughters graduate and enter the future job market and begin searching for their first home, they’ll turn to their parents and say, “Seriously? You’re telling me that when I was in middle school, you could get a 30-year fixed for under 5%?”

Too many remain terrified by the last great storm in the housing market. They stand now on the shores of incredible opportunity, but can’t shake the vision of all those values sinking into oblivion.

Think about the future. Who might need a home? Is there an opportunity to “be the bank” when the time comes? The descendants of those savvy collectors who bought a Van Gogh painting for mere dollars in 1885 are surely grateful for their grandparents’ eyes today, aren’t they?

Yes, there is uncertainty, but this is the calmest water you’re ever going to see. Set sail now and buy a home. Those that do will certainly be rewarded. As for the masterpiece – You’ll have the satisfaction of looking back and realizing you bought at just the right time.

There’s certainly no risk to exploring the opportunity. We would love the opportunity to sit down with you and plot a possible course to the best investment you could make. Contact the Luxury Valley Homes Team today at: 480-595-6412 or email us at Office@LuxuryValleyHomes.com.

Vincent van Gogh Art – The Housing Market – Terrifying?

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Vincent van Gogh Art – The Housing Market – Terrifying?

Vincent van Gogh Art – The Housing Market – Terrifying?

[caption id="attachment_4414" align="alignright" width="300"] Starry Night by Vincent van Gogh[/caption]

The fishermen know that the sea is dangerous and the storm terrible, but they have never found those dangers sufficient reason for remaining ashore.”

Vincent van Gogh, Dutch painter (March 30, 1853 – July 29, 1890)

http://www.vangoghgallery.com/

Artists take risks. They pursue their vision, often without financial security, facing long odds while stewing in their own self-doubt. When the world tells them “it’s not safe,” they listen to their own voice despite “prevailing wisdom.” They have a vision and they pursue it.

Occasionally, if they’re very lucky, they get to look back on their life and see the path that leads them to create a masterpiece. At the time, the path wasn’t easy, yet in retrospect, it looks very much like the only possible path they could take.

We think in twenty years or even ten years, we’re going to hear the collective sound of people kicking themselves because they did not buy a home this year.

Perhaps when their teenage sons and daughters graduate and enter the future job market and begin searching for their first home, they’ll turn to their parents and say, “Seriously? You’re telling me that when I was in middle school, you could get a 30-year fixed for under 5%?”

Too many remain terrified by the last great storm in the housing market. They stand now on the shores of incredible opportunity, but can’t shake the vision of all those values sinking into oblivion.

Think about the future. Who might need a home? Is there an opportunity to “be the bank” when the time comes? The descendants of those savvy collectors who bought a Van Gogh painting for mere dollars in 1885 are surely grateful for their grandparents’ eyes today, aren’t they?

Yes, there is uncertainty, but this is the calmest water you’re ever going to see. Set sail now and buy a home. Those that do will certainly be rewarded. As for the masterpiece – You’ll have the satisfaction of looking back and realizing you bought at just the right time.

There’s certainly no risk to exploring the opportunity. We would love the opportunity to sit down with you and plot a possible course to the best investment you could make. Contact the Luxury Valley Homes Team today at: 480-595-6412 or email us at Office@LuxuryValleyHomes.com.

Vincent van Gogh Art – The Housing Market – Terrifying?

Negotiation – It’s a Skill

Negotiation – It’s a Skill

A successful negotiation is not where one side has pulverized the other. You don't "win" a negotiation; you get the best possible outcome for your clients while doing the least harm. No one should leave a negotiation angry. After all, you never know when you might have to negotiate with the same people again.

When it comes to negotiating on behalf of our clients, the Luxury Valley Homes team keeps the following in mind:

Set the stage: We like a location that's quiet, neutral, pleasant, and away from distractions and confusion. It’s best if everyone turns off their devices, and refrains from calls or texts during negotiations.

Be prepared: We never enter without doing our homework. We verify any outstanding facts before the negotiation begins. (Post fact-finding can cause a negotiation to bog down and even break!)

Present a united front: We represent clients and have been hired to act on their behalf. At times we may not agree with their position, but we never share that with the other side. If we feel a client’s position is less than optimal, we only discuss it with them in private. Our fiduciary responsibility is always to our client.

Leave attitudes at the door: It’s very simple... treat everyone in the negotiation with respect, regardless of personal opinions. If anyone disagrees, disagree with the idea, not the person.

Watch non-verbal cues and body language: (Sorry, but I can’t reveal all of my secrets here... suffice it to say we take it all in!)

Hold something in reserve: We discuss concessions with my clients before hand and only offer these concessions when we absolutely need to concede something.

We don't harp about points that don't matter to my clients: Negotiations should never choke over a minor point. We like to get agreement on major points such as price and terms and put lesser items aside to return to later.

Never volunteer too much information: Knowledge is power in a negotiation. Telling the other side any information, however insignificant seeming, could weaken my clients’ position. On the other hand, I learn as much about the other side as we can.

If you ever need someone on your side in a real estate negotiation, feel free to contact us directly: Luxury Valley Homes Team | 480-595-6412 | or Email Us.

Negotiation – It's a Skill

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