Homes for Sale in Gilbert, AZ with Pools - August 2015

Just because the kids are all back in school doesn't mean Summertime is over here in Arizona. Triple digit temperatures have been known to routinely carry on well in to late September and early October. As long as the sun is still blazing hot what better way for the kids to cool off than in a swimming pool!  

Pool parties, and family weekend gatherings are also always a great option for entertainment during this time of year. Have you been wanting to shed a few unwanted pounds or start your journey to a healthier you? Swimming can burn almost 600 calories in an hour! There are so many great homes for sale in Gilbert, Arizona that include private pools...read more. 

When life gives you lemonade...

It's one of the oldest businesses any young entrepreneur remembers starting. They aren't around as often anymore but the neighborhood curbside lemonade stand used to be a staple among communities all across the Country. Children of all ages would haul their tables, chairs, and homemade signs out to the major walkways so they could catch the eyes of thirsty pedestrians or motorists eager to support their cause.

No one that I can remember ever got rich off of running a lemonade stand. But, if a kid made a few bucks during an afternoon of serving watered-down and lukewarm lemonade it sure felt like they had hit the jackpot. Selling lemonade on the corner isn't about the money that you're making. It's about learning the basic principles of business. What will your signs look like? What time of day will see the most traffic? Where is the best place to set up shop? All of these questions and more will need to be answered if you're going to be in the lemonade stand business...read more. 

The Most Expensive Home sold in Arizona last week

The most expensive home that sold in Arizona last week is a throwback to a different time and era. Built in 1950, this luxury bungalow would have been considered a lavish and extravagant property. It's seen it's fair share of updates since then but is starting to show it's age once again. They say location is everything in real estate. If your ambition is to be in the heart of Scottsdale you'd be hard pressed to find a more desirable area. Situated on over two acres of land the new owner didn't just purchase the main living quarters when they closed on this deal...read more. 

Homes for sale in Gilbert, Arizona - July 2015 Market Report

The Gilbert, Arizona housing market is starting to see signs of the upcoming Fall and Winter slow down already. July's housing numbers show that New listings being put up for sale and total Sold listings are both on the decline. However, total Active listings increased for the first time since April. There were a total of 582 New homes put on the market for sale in Gilbert for the month of July and there were a total number of 539 Sold homes in Gilbert for that same month. Total Active listings increased up to 1,185 homes for sale. What do all these numbers mean for buyers and sellers? It's a little surprising to see the number of New listings and Sold listings show signs of a slow down this time of the year...read more. 

What I learned in Real Estate this week - 8/9/15

One of the agents who works under my brokerage closed on her very first transaction this week. Now, when I say she closed on her very first home purchase I mean it. She had never bought a home before...Ever! Not only was this her first real estate transaction it was for herself. Purchasing a home for herself wasn't the reason she became a real estate agent. However, when it became clear to her that buying a home was a very real option for her and her family earlier this year, she jumped at the chance. 

It was fun for me as her broker to answer all of her questions throughout the process. The childlike enthusiasm she had when viewing properties and discussing contracts with me is one of the reasons I love being a mentor and a broker for new agents. It allows me to see the world through the lens of someone new to the industry. It helps me revisit old topics routinely and keeps my skill set sharpened...read more. 

Animals of the MLS

It's back to the canine companions for this week's installment of Animals of the MLS. I'm having a hard time telling whether this pooch is real or stuffed. I'm going to go out on a limb and say he is still among the living although I'd entertain the argument from the other side. He certainly seems quite fixated on some sort of object or activity that is going on beyond the photo shoot in which he has no idea he's the star. His ears are perked up and his tail is in a neutral position so the body language tells me he's more curious than defensive...read more.