REAL ESTATE 101

Arizona Property Tax

posted Mon, Mar 28 in Real Estate 101 by Kathleen Yamauchi

Many of our out-of-state buyers have been asking questions about property taxes. Unlike California, for example, Arizona properties are not reassessed upon the transfer of property. Continue reading …

Frequently Asked Questions, Part III: Buyers

posted Fri, Aug 13 in Real Estate 101 by Kathleen Yamauchi

A Buyer Broker Agreement is a contractual agreement between a buyer and real estate agent that precisely outlines responsibilities, representation, and compensation. Continue reading …

Frequently Asked Questions, Part II: Sellers

posted Fri, Aug 13 in Real Estate 101 by Kathleen Yamauchi

No, you get all of the exclusive real estate services we provide, plus a fully trained team of real estate professionals for the same price as hiring a single agent and another brokerage. Continue reading …

Frequently Asked Questions, Part I: General

posted Fri, Aug 13 in Real Estate 101 by Kathleen Yamauchi

The seller is responsible for paying the commission. The compensation is typically divided between the broker listing the property for the seller and the broker representing the buyer. Continue reading …

Should You Remove Your Home From The Market For The Holidays?

posted Mon, Dec 28 in Real Estate 101 by Kathleen Yamauchi

I addressed this same issue earlier in the month, but I still get numerous calls from Sellers wondering if they should remove their home from the market for the holidays. One couple I convince to reactivate their listing after they'd taken it "off for the winter", is especially happy – they received a good cash offer closing in 2 weeks. Continue reading …