Mary Maxie's (maxiemary) Blog

Phoenix file: 11 Open House Blunders 1. Poor Visibility-- have enough signs to help people find a tricky street & capture drive-by traffic from all major streets surrounding the home. 2. Insufficient Directions-- In your ads & flyers, give specific directions that take prospective buyers past the...

Phoenix File: Know your 2nd home buyer Vacation home buyers Median age: 46 Median Income: $87,500 Median Distance from primary residence: 348 miles Median sale price in 2009: $169,000 Vacation homebuyers were most likely to purchase property in a rural area, small town or resort. They plan to kee...

Arizona's got termites so know your termite facts, and know your termite treatment company *Termite facts: The old adage is that in Arizona, "You've either already got ‘em, You're going to get ‘em, or you just got rid of ‘em." Did you know that a queen termite lays about 6000 eggs/day? *How to we...

Phoenix File: What buyers want... The American Institute of Architects survey of members indicates home buyers are looking for larger kitchens and bathrooms, with high-end appliances and fixtures and extra space. -65% of consumers want upper end appliances -64% want more pantry space (to house al...

Phoenix File: Maintenance for your Central Air Conditioning *Don't operate at temperatures below 60*F *Don't operate unless the compressor has had power for at least 24 hours *Don't locate the condenser coils in direct sunlight *Clean the condenser coils at least once a season *Place the unit on ...

Scottsdale Phoenix Real Estate File: Remodeling? Here's what to add for best value *New Toilet Seats- including a double decker that combines adult and child size seating, a self-sanitizing, deodorizing and scented east, a heated seat with warm-water washes and a warm dryer; a new 2-seater *Whirl...

Phoenix Scottsdale Real Estate File: What's in & out with buyers?  What's In and What's Out with Home Buyers ? What's In? -Homes that are priced right, and online home valuation that is backed up by live data from your realtor, as well as good timing, such as selling in spring and fall, tradition...

Phoenix Scottsdale Real Estate File:Be eco-smart in the desert  Turning down the thermostat & switching to compact fluorescent bulbs are easy but common ways to make your home greener. Here are a few additional greening tips & tricks that may have never crossed your mind. Over the top: A refriger...

Scottsdale Arizona Real Estate file: How do we market your home? When you list your home with me, what happens next? Well, a lot of brainstorming follows. Who are the potential buyers, where do they live and work now? How can they be reached effectively with information that will attract them to ...

Arizona Real Estate file: Boost your credit score-fast If you are planning on taking on debt-buying a car, taking out a home improvement loan or home equity line of credit, refinancing your mortgage or buying a new home, you may need or want to raise your credit scores. Here are some easy ways to...