McCormick Ranch Living

05/20/2024

At baby!!!! Spontaneous night out with some of my longest and dearest friends.

07/01/2022

While you are enjoying your grilling, family time, and fireworks, take time to remind your kids what this holiday is about. The lighting and display of fireworks came with a price. Many men and women sacrificed for their kids and future generations. Use the fireworks display as a teaching tool; share with them the lyrics of the star-spangled banner and, most of all, remain safe if your family tradition includes lighting fireworks. Have a Happy and SAFE Fourth of July weekend everyone! Below are 10 fireworks safety tips you should use and teach to your kids.

04/07/2022

Awesome new listing on McCormick Ranch. Public showings begin at the Open House on Friday, April 8 from 1-4. Offered at $1,199,000. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 3 car garage, diving pool, 11,400 sf lot. Contact myself, Michelle L Houze, or Vic Houze for showings! This one will NOT last!

01/19/2022

Its a fact...the Fed IS going to raise interest rates at least 2-3 times in 2022. While even a 4% or 4.5% rate is still very good, it definitely will affect affordability. If you are on the fence, NOW is the time to jump off and purchase!

Last week, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac jumped from 3.22% to 3.45%. That’s the highest point it’s been in almost two years. If you’re thinking about buying a home, this news may have come as a bit of a shock. But the truth is, it wasn’t entirely unexpected. Expert...

09/06/2021

Enjoy your Labor Day and Thank You for your contribution!!

07/01/2021

Wishing everyone a safe and Happy Fourth of July from the Houze Group!

05/20/2021

Check out our latest listing. Vic, The Houze Group at Launch Real Estate and I are so excited to bring this home to you!!! 2018 built on the Scottsdale / Fountain Hills border, this home offers views from every room, beautiful Euro chefs kitchen, 4 car garage and 5900+ sf of fantastic! There is even a 1084sf bonus room that could easily be assumed into the livable square footage to make the home almost 7000 sf. The panoramic views are INCREDIBLE!!! Showings start late next week. If you are interested or if you have a buyer who may be interested, please contact myself or Vic. Offered at $3.25M. Professional photos are coming this weekend.

PROFESSIONAL PHOTOS COMING SOON! Gorgeous hillside home w/ floor to ceiling windows showcasing 180° panoramic views! Open concept floorplan to include gorgeous European chefs kitchen with Miele induction cooktop, Bosch ovens & quartz waterfall island. Oversized primary bedroom with 2 way fireplace ...

05/18/2021

Don't miss out on our shred event this Saturday from 1-3pm. Bring your old documents and enjoy a drink and some light food. See you there! Please do not drop off anything to be shredded until this time as we do not have the ability to store it.

04/27/2021

Just some of the event taking place around the Valley In May! What are you going to take part in???

04/21/2021

Its been a busy few days at The Houze Group at Launch Real Estate. We were able to put 4 homes in escrow in 3 days for some incredible clients. In this CRAZY market, we are blessed to have clients, both buyers and sellers, who trust us to make it happen!!!

04/06/2021

In a sellers’ market, some homeowners might be tempted to try to sell their house on their own (known as For Sale By Owner, or FSBO) instead of working with a trusted real estate professional. Let’s unpack why that’s a big mistake and may actually cost you more in the long run.

According to the Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers published by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 41% of homeowners who tried to sell their house as a FSBO did so to avoid paying a commission or fee. In reality, even in a sellers’ market, selling on your own likely means you’ll net a lower profit than when you sell with the help of an agent. The NAR report explains, “FSBOs typically sell for less than the selling price of other homes; FSBO homes sold at a median of $217,900 in 2020 (up from $200,000 in 2019), and still far lower than the median selling price of all homes at $242,300. Agent-assisted homes sold for a median of $295,000.”

That’s a lot of money to risk losing when you FSBO – far more than what you’d save on commission or other fees. Despite the advantages sellers have in today’s market, it’s still crucial to have the support of an expert to guide you through the process. Real estate professionals are trained negotiators with a ton of housing market insights that average homeowners may never have. An agent’s expertise can alleviate much of the stress of selling your house and help you close the best possible deal when you do. DM me to discuss how a trusted advisor can help you, especially in today’s market.