All Blog Entries by Cathy Carter

Search Gilbert AZ Homes for Sale and Lifestyle

If you are currently seeking the ideal community in Arizona to live, work, play and raise a family, be sure to search Gilbert AZ homes for sale. Thriving in business and leisure activities and boasting 300 days of sunshine a year, Gilbert is consistently recognized as one of the safest cities and best places to live in the U.S.  The friendly and laid back town of Gilbert offers the kind of lifestyle that most people only dream about. Whether you’re dining at one of Gilbert’s award-winning restaurants, shopping at San Tan Village (a premier, outdoor lifestyle mall), enjoying the arts at Hale Centre Theatre, or soaking up nature at the Riparian Preserve, Gilbert has something for everyone. Buyers who

Explore New Listings For Homes In Ahwatukee Foothills Phoenix

Ahwatukee Foothills is the southernmost urban village of Phoenix with South Mountain Park at its northern border, a 16,000-acre natural preserve with more than 50 miles of trails perfect for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Surrounded by rugged natural beauty, new listings for homes In Ahwatukee Foothills Phoenix offer breathtaking mountain and desert views. Whether you’re interested in a low-maintenance condo/townhome, a single-family home in a quiet subdivision, a home tucked away in private golf course or lake community or a sprawling luxury estate with upscale amenities galore, you’re certain to find new listings for real estate In Ahwatukee Foothills Phoenix ideally

Find Out About New Oakwood Sun Lakes Real Estate listings

Oakwood is the newest of five golf and country club communities within the master-planned retirement community of Sun Lakes for active adults. The Beautiful gated communities of Oakwood and Ironwood make up the IronOaks HOA, offering 45 holes of golf across two spectacular, emerald green courses along with a vast array of resort-like amenities. New Oakwood Sun Lakes real estate listings include a variety of residential options from cozy villas on the golf course to single-family homes with golf course and lake views (some with casitas) to spacious, luxury homes with numerous upgrades. Along with top-rated golf, residents enjoy several heated swimming pools, spas, fitness centers, tennis and

DISCOVER OCOTILLO REAL ESTATE and Lifestyle

Looking for an upscale lake community in Chandler, Arizona for your next home? If so, be sure to check out new listings in Ocotillo Chandler. The prestigious master-planned community of Ocotillo encompasses nearly 2,000 thoughtfully landscaped acres surrounding more than 165 acres of scenic lakes created from reclaimed water resources. Ocotillo real estate listings in Chandler offer close proximity to the stunning 27-hole championship Ocotillo Golf Course along with several neighborhoods situated amidst a beautiful array of lakes and canals. As an added benefit, Ocotillo homeowners receive special privileges and discounts at the Ocotillo Golf Club, Ocotillo Grille, and pro shop. Residents also enjoy

Explore New Homes for Sale in Sun Lakes AZ and Lifestyle

If you’re seeking an upscale, active adult retirement community in Arizona with fabulous on-site amenities, you’ll definitely want to check out new homes for sale in Sun Lakes AZ. Designed with the 40 and above homeowner in mind, Sun Lakes provides active adult homebuyers with the opportunity to invest in a country club lifestyle that simply can’t be matched anywhere else. The master-planned community of Sun Lakes comprises three gated country club communities: Palo Verde, Ironwood, and Oakwood, and two non-gated communities: Cottonwood and Sun Lakes #1 - each with its own golf course and clubhouse/activities center. Along with top-rated golf, residents have access to a vast array of

Search Properties for Sale in Mesa

If you are seeking a dynamic and progressive community in the Phoenix metro area for your next home, you’ll definitely want to search properties for sale in Mesa. The third largest city in Arizona, on the heels of Phoenix and Tucson, Mesa offers all the advantages and amenities found in a big city along with the comfort of suburban living - surrounded by picturesque desert and mountain views. Mesa's location in the Phoenix East Valley, also known as the high-tech corridor, contributes to healthy market conditions. Throw in tremendous economic growth, a low unemployment rate, and myriad desirable communities, and it’s easy to see why homes in Mesa are in demand. Buyers who search real estate in Mesa for sale will

Sell Your Chandler Home Fast by Kicking Up Its Curb Appeal

If you want to sell your Chandler home fast, then you’ll want to focus on its curb appeal -- that undefinable 'something' that draws you to a home at a glance. Curb appeal is a combination of good upkeep, visual charm, and attention to detail. A house with curb appeal presents itself well and all of the typical components are in place: the entryway is inviting, the yard is well-kept, the paint is vibrant, the siding looks good, the roof is intact, and things are in their right place.

Curb appeal sets expectations. Prospective buyers are more inclined to look inside if they like what they see on the outside. Fortunately, even a small budget can go a long way toward improving how your

Discover Homes for Sale in Maricopa and Lifestyle

Located about 35 miles south of Phoenix, the city of Maricopa has experienced hyper-growth since its inception in 2003, mostly due to people moving to the Phoenix area in search of wide-open spaces and more affordable housing. It's not hard to understand this city's popularity. Not only are Maricopa properties still affordable and never far from myriad outdoor recreational opportunities - the city also offers easy access to major employment and cultural hubs like Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, and Tempe, and Phoenix. If you’re interested in buying a home away from the hustle and bustle and long for wide open spaces, then homes for sale in Maricopa may just be what you’re looking for. Whether you're

Explore Homes for Sale in Avonlea Gilbert AZ and Lifestyle 

Are you currently seeking a family-oriented community in Gilbert close to great schools? If so, be sure to explore homes for sale in Avonlea Gilbert AZ. Developed by Maracay Homes between 2002 – 2004, the community of Avonlea is located north of Pecos Road and just east of Higley Road (main entrance) in southeast Gilbert. Buyers will find an impressive selection of single and two-story, single-family homes with 3 to 6 bedrooms, ranging in size from 1,308 – 3,356 square feet. The subdivision includes 204 homes featuring Santa Barbara/Tuscan style architecture situated on well-manicured, tree-lined streets. About a third of the homes come with private swimming pools. Residents enjoy 3

Buying a Home in Chandler? What Happens After Your Offer Is Accepted?

Are you thinking about buying a home in Chandler? If you're like most folks, when you find the right home for your family in the perfect Chandler neighborhood and make an offer, you’ll wait anxiously to see if it has been accepted. Sometimes you’re lucky enough to hear back within only a few hours and other times it can take a few days or even weeks to hear the good news. So, what happens after you find out that your offer has been accepted? It’s a common question and one that your Chandler REALTOR® can help you with. In short, everything that has been contractually agreed upon between buyer and seller now begins playing out. Here are the steps that you can expect to happen: