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Sep 29 2019
  • Phoenix Arizona rental prices rates chart graph per square foot single family

Phoenix Single-Family Rent Prices are Up, Up and Away

By David Meek|2019-10-01T22:55:43-07:00September 29th, 2019|Mortgage & Money, Investors|0 Comments

Rental rates per square foot have been on a tear in Phoenix since 2014. No rest for weary renters.

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Sep 27 2019
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Robert Shiller on iBuyer Algorithm Risk in Phoenix

By David Meek|2019-09-29T08:29:43-07:00September 27th, 2019|Mortgage & Money|0 Comments

Yale economist Robert Shiller sees peril in the iBuyer model in Phoenix

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Aug 21 2019
  • Arizona Phoenix affordable housing podcast Cronkite News KJZZ real estate

Arizona Housing Affordability Shortage is 3rd Worst

By David Meek|2019-08-22T08:12:04-07:00August 21st, 2019|How's The Market?, Mortgage & Money|0 Comments

This Cronkite News report details the severe affordable housing shortage in Phoenix.

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Mar 16 2019
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Brexit Hard Landing May Benefit U.S. Homebuyers

By David Meek|2019-03-16T16:36:20-07:00March 16th, 2019|How's The Market?, Mortgage & Money|0 Comments

The prospect of a bumpy Brexit may keep downward pressure on rates for weeks or months to come.

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Mar 13 2019
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2019 Consumer Survey Reveals Homeownership Obstacles

By David Meek|2019-03-14T10:40:28-07:00March 13th, 2019|Mortgage & Money|0 Comments

The U.S. homeownership rate stands at 64.8%. Before that number climbs much higher, this survey reveals what consumers need to overcome.

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Jan 16 2019
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Is 2019 Q1 a Perfect Storm For Low Rates?

By David Meek|2019-01-19T16:46:52-07:00January 16th, 2019|How's The Market?, Mortgage & Money|0 Comments

Timing the best mortgage interest rates is knowledge and a little luck. Here's why the next few weeks could be important.

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Sep 28 2018
  • Dr. Lawrence Yun Chief Economist NAR Scottsdale SAAR

NAR Economist Brings 2019 Housing Forecast to Scottsdale

By David Meek|2019-03-12T16:40:58-07:00September 28th, 2018|How's The Market?, Mortgage & Money|0 Comments

Prospects for the Phoenix real estate market are positive for 2019, but these headwinds remain according to Dr. Yun.

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Sep 15 2018
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10 Years On: The Housing Crisis

By David Meek|2019-03-12T16:41:53-07:00September 15th, 2018|Mortgage & Money, Title & Government|0 Comments

Ten years ago today, the U.S. housing market unraveled. Here is how it happened.

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Sep 3 2018
  • FHA mortgage insurance premium refinance conventional loan

Drop Your Post-2013 FHA Mortgage Like a Hot Potato

By David Meek|2019-03-12T16:39:30-07:00September 3rd, 2018|Mortgage & Money, How-To|0 Comments

Your FHA loan may come with expensive mortgage insurance that can't be waived. Even when you have lots of equity. Here's what to do.

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Aug 23 2018
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How To Avoid PMI with Only 5% Down

By David Meek|2019-03-12T16:38:34-07:00August 23rd, 2018|Video & Podcast, Mortgage & Money, How-To|0 Comments

Coming up with 20% down to sidestep costly private mortgage insurance (PMI) can seem like a Himalayan trek. Instead, take a look at this option to avoid PMI.

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Aug 13 2018
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Use HECM Reverse Mortgage to Buy Your Retirement Home

By David Meek|2019-03-12T16:43:51-07:00August 13th, 2018|Video & Podcast, Mortgage & Money|0 Comments

Baby Boomers may be familiar with reverse mortgages, but few know they can actually be used to purchase a home. Join me in studio to learn more about HECM For Purchase loans.

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Jul 30 2018
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Using Moldy Bread to Price Your Home for Sale

By David Meek|2019-03-12T16:44:27-07:00July 30th, 2018|Mortgage & Money|0 Comments

This moldy loaf was on the grocer's rack earlier today. It occurred to me how the implications of correctly pricing a home for sale are parallel to baked goods on display.

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Jul 26 2018
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SRP Offers Shade Screen Rebate Through April 2019

By David Meek|2019-03-12T16:44:54-07:00July 26th, 2018|Mortgage & Money, Inspection & Components|0 Comments

Window blinds and tint films aren't effective at blocking the heat and sunlight like shade screens. Find out about this rebate for shade screen installation.

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May 24 2018
  • rent buy Arizona rental home purchase decision help tips Phoenix real estate attorney

Tired of Renting? – 8 Tips for Renters Looking to Buy in Arizona

By Brad Denton|2019-03-12T16:49:11-07:00May 24th, 2018|Mortgage & Money|0 Comments

On the fence about buying? Phoenix attorney Brad Denton has these 8 tips to guide your moving decision.

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Jan 29 2018
  • short sale approval required bank MLS foreclosure

What Does “Short Sale Approval Required” Mean?

By David Meek|2019-03-12T16:54:13-07:00January 29th, 2018|Mortgage & Money, Definitions|0 Comments

Listings labeled with "Short Sale Approval Required" in the MLS remarks may require an additional waiting period to go to closing.

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