Real Estate

Local CPA Myron P. Trafelet Jr. and his daughter Holly plan to open a new business center in Maricopa. Desert Greens Professional Cooperative Suites, located at the corner Smith-Enke and Porter next to the Maricopa Public Library, will offer fully furnished offices for lease.

The city of Maricopa witnessed a slight increase in the prospective construction of single-family homes in November, issuing 7 permits.

This week's Showcase Home is a 2,612 square-foot beauty in the Maricopa Meadows subdivision.

The holiday season is fast approaching, which means - among other things - your home will soon be filled with family and other out-of-towners.

If you're forced to sell your house and/or buy a new one outside peak season, you might have to work a little harder and think creatively

Just when you think you're safe, a recent nationwide survey has uncovered that a majority of American homes are dangerously under-protected when it comes to fire and carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning.

Everyone has his or her own sense of style. Whether yours is classic, trendy, bohemian or even retro, you know what looks and feels great for you. Another way to express that personal style is through your home's decor.

What is it about "going green" that is so appealing? Even if it's not your favorite color, going green can benefit the environment, your health and reduce energy consumption, as well as overall energy costs.

Every renter should become familiar with these 10 tips about your legal rights.

A home fire is as devastating as it is dangerous.

Shea Homes will hold a fall festival event in Maricopa Saturday at its master plan community, Lost Canyon at Rancho Mirage

As the cold weather and holidays approach, homeowners are preparing to spend more time indoors. Winter utility bills can get expensive, and in an economic climate as biting as frost, consumers are watching every penny.

The October MLS report for the city of Maricopa shows 164 homes sold compared to 170 sales in September.

 

Meritage Homes is proud to announce the first active adult community to offer their energy efficient homes, Province, located at 20930 N. Province Parkway in Maricopa, Arizona.

The new home market officially hit rock bottom last month as the city issued only two permits for the construction of single-family homes.

"Real estate buying bank owned" refers to investing in discounted foreclosure homes or commercial properties.

A good reason investors love fixer uppers for sale is largely because they provide the buyer and investor the opportunity to invest for a minimum amount but with very big financial returns.

It's a buyer's market, no doubt about that. Inventory is up, sales prices are down and mortgages are more affordable than ever. However, that doesn't mean that the road to homeownership is completely free of potholes.

This weeks showcase home is a 2,300 square-foot beauty in the Glennwilde subdivision.

A buyer's dream house need not be brand new or built to specification.

Putting off that home improvement project? Waiting too long could be detrimental to your wallet.

If you have a home that you want to rent out, there is a process that you are going to have to go through to get a good tenant to move into your place. 

A key difference in the residential real estate market of today and that of 2006-07 (when the market was at its peak) is that buyers are being more selective now.

The city of Maricopa witnessed a decrease in single-family housing permits issued in September.

The September MLS report for the city of Maricopa shows 170 homes sold compared to 206 sales in August.  

Whether you are buying foreclosed homes for profit or private use, you will still need financing to secure your purchase.

This week's showcase home is a fabulous 1,956-square foot gem in the Rancho El Dorado subdivision.

If you've fallen behind on your mortgage or are struggling each month to make the payments, you may be facing the loss of your home. If you are tempted to walk away from your property, consider a short sale as a possible alternative.

Loan modification programs are becoming more common as more homeowners default on properties, and banks have to deal with owning abandoned houses.