Surprise Real Estate By Mike Horton

There are about as many opinions about buying houses in this market as there housing experts. If you are someone looking for a new home for their family there are four really good reasons to consider Surprise. Check these answer to common questions. 1. If prices can still fall, why should I buy now?  Most buyers want a great value in a home, ...

The latest information reported recently by “The Republic” newspaper on the median value of homes in the Surprise and surrounding area has shown a decrease in home prices from 2010 to 2011. But does that mean that homes in general have decreased price? Don’t believe it. As a buyer you may experience the frustration of ...

Short Sale is the sale of your home where you are unable to sell the home for the amount owed to the lenders on the home. Those are not words any of us like to hear. In Surprise Az we are beginning to see more of this activity all to frequently. And it's not happening to bad people, just everyday people who have been caught in a mortgage trap. ...

Often we hear real estate agents telling their new listings that the house needs to be cleaned up, remove clutter and provide a neutral palette for the buyer to put their touch on. It is tried and true advice that often works, but many people seem to just ignore it. They often give comments like "I will give a carpet allowance" or ...