Things you should know before buying a home.

I just saw this on CNN Money and thought they were good suggestions. 

The top 10 things you need to know when buying a home.

http://money.cnn.com/magazines/moneymag/money101/lesson8/index.htm

If you have any questions about these or anything else about buying or selling a home, contact me.

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Housing values continue to rise.

U.S. home prices rose in February compared with a year ago by the most in nearly seven years, as a growing number of buyers bid on a limited supply of homes.

The Standard & Poor’s/Case-Shiller 20-city home price index climbed 9.3 percent in the 12 months ending in February. That’s up from an 8.1 percent gain in January.

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Luxury Homes sales are up in Phoenix

At the beginning of April, there were 2,267 houses listed at $500,000 or more on the market, a 3 percent increase from March, according to the latest report from Walt Danley Realty and Arizona State University housing analyst Mike Orr.

Of the upscale houses for sale, 90 were short sales. That compares with 182 short sales offered on houses priced above $500,000 in April 2012. Only 13 of the homes were lender-owned. Last year, 47 luxury houses were lender-owned.

There are 462 houses for sale in Phoenix area priced above $2 million, compared with 444 last year. There is only one lender-owned house priced above $2 million.

Luxury-home sales are up from last year. During March 305 houses priced above $500,000 sold, compared with 266 last March.

Source:  By Catherine ReagorThe Republic | azcentral.com Fri Apr 19, 2013 11:17 AM

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Investors are buying less in Metro Phoenix, but still buying.

Wall Street funds and other large well-funded investors continue to buy houses in metro Phoenix, even though the pace has slowed as sales prices have jumped.

Some of the early investors, who bought in 2009, have flipped the houses for a quick profit, but most of these buyers are holding on to the properties and turning them into long-term rentals.

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Crystal Point High Rise

 Crystal Point was built in 1990 and was the first residential high rise built in Central Phoenix since the early 1960's.  It was and remains a highend community with large floor plans ranging from 1500 square feet to 2400. 

The community is gated and has the front desk staffed.  Under ground garage, community pool and work out room.

Located on Osborn just east of 7th Street, it's a great location to Downtown Phoenix, Midtown Phoenix and the Biltmore. 

Get more information about Crystal Point on our website or contact Chris at Chris@RooPhoRealty.com or 602-224-0554.

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Stella Condos, Biltmore, Phoenix, AZ

 Located on 12th Street just south of Camelback, Stella Condos have easy access to the Biltmore Area, Central Ave, Downtown Phoenix and the freeway system.

Designed as three story condos featuring 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and a 2 car garage.  Sleek contemporary lines define the archtecture. 

The open floor plans are comfortable for entertaining and quiet nights at home.  The custom steel and walnut stairway leads up stairs to two master bedrooms with floor to ceiling glass allowing extensive views and generous day lighting. 

Each unit has exposed masonry, walnut flooring, stainless steel appliances and custom cabinetry in the kitchen and bathrooms.

 See many contemporary, mid-century and historic condos and single family homes at www.AZNativeProperties.com or contact Chris at 602-224-0554 or Chris@RooPhoRealty.com

Mezzo Condos, Phoenix AZ

 

 Designed by local architect Will Bruder, Mezzo has unique and contemporary designs.  There are only 10 units and don't come on the market very often.  All units have 2 car carports, a den on the first floor and the living space is on the second floor providing better views.

 

The floor plans are great room style with sleek lines and tiled floors. The kitchens have upgraded cabinets, counters and stainless appliances.

 

The community garden is very unique and designed so you can have some space for your own plants.

 

The bedrooms are on the 3rd floor and have large windows with nice views to the east and the west.

Get more information at www.AZNativeProperties.com or call Chris at 602-224-0554.

 



Regency House Condos, Phoenix AZ

When Regency House was built in 1964, it was "thee" address to have on North Central Ave.  Many of the cities elite moved in upon completion.  The architect was Geo. HS Schonberger and Regency House was the last of residential high rises to be built in the 1950's and 1960's.

Each unit has floor to ceiling windows in the living room and bedrooms providing wonderful views of the city.

Regency House also has a large club house for residence to relax or reserve for a private party.

The large pool area was recently remodeled and new land scaping is still to come.  For more information on Regency House and other communities, contact Chris Campbell at 602-224-0554 or Chris@RooPhoRealty.com .   You can also get more information on www.AZNativeProperties.com. 

 

 

 

 

One Lexington Urban Condos

Have you seen One Lexington?  I have been there a few times and each one is unique in their views, style and of course, the personal decor of the occupant.  They all have upgraded kitchens and baths and if you haven't seen the views from the floor to ceiling windows, it's really worth seeing.  I can imagine after a long day, coming home and relaxing with some music and that view, day or night.

There are 150 units in the building located in MidTown Phoenix on Central Ave near Osborn.  It's very contempoary with exposed ducts, hardwood floors and upgraded kitchens.  Very close to a Light Rail stop making it easy to get to Downtown Phoenix and Tempe.



Here's a photo of the view from one of the 4 penthouses.  These are all corner units and as you can see have mostly glass windows for beautiful views from both the first and the second floors.

If you'd more information just check out One Lexington on my website or call me.