The Homes of Los Olivos Historic District Phoenix AZ

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I have a few favorite streets in the downtown Phoenix area; They are magical and take me places. One such street is Monte Vista between 3rd and 7th Streets, home to the Los Olivos Historic district. Los Olivos, the Spanish work for Olives, is truly special. It had to be for the City of Phoenix [...]

Million Dollar Homes in Downtown and Central Phoenix

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We took some friends downtown and ended up driving though Encanto/Palmcroft and on up Central Avenue. Our friends, who live in N. Scottsdale, were shocked to see million dollar homes in downtown and central Phoenix. Their surprise made me realize that a lot of people are fully unaware of the wonderful million dollar residences in [...]

2011 Willo Tour Info and Pictures

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A group of us join the masses who took advantage of a gorgeous day to enjoy the 23rd annual Willo HIstoric Home Tour in downtown Phoenix AZ. We began our adventure with a bit of breakfast at the Duce. Service was casual as is usually the case and the food was excellent as always. Most [...]

How to Fight Bad Real Estate Appraisals Phoenix

Unless you’ve bought or sold a home recently you probably don’t know about the problems the real estate industry is having with appraisals. In general, they are inaccurate and poorly done. First, let me say, in general,  this is not the fault of seasoned professional appraisers. Not surprisingly, it is the after effect of a [...]

Mid-Century Modern in FQ Story Historic District

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Incredible mid-century modern home, 4600 + sq ft original floor plan with 8 bedrooms and 5 baths.  The home has a great floorplan, does not feel overly huge and is in great shape with custom stained, polished concrete floors on the first floor and finished basement, oak floors on the second floor.  The kitchen has [...]