When buying a piece of real estate as an investment, it is important that you understand the future value of that real estate to carefully determine the offer amount you would like to put in. Sellers try to maximize their profits, so you may need to push back against...
Real estate transactions
Can you negotiate the terms of a commercial real estate lease?
Yes, negotiations nearly always occur when looking to lease commercial real estate in Arizona. The landlord will expect to negotiate, and so should you. If you have never held a commercial lease, you do not want to appear unsavvy about the negotiation process, or you...
Do you have to be told if a home was once a crime scene?
If you’re moving to Arizona from another state and buying a home, you may be surprised to learn that sellers aren’t required to disclose as much information about the history of a property as they are in most other places. The same is true for those who lease or rent...
3 mistakes to avoid when buying commercial property
Acquiring a property for your business can be a significant milestone. However, whether you are a first-time investor or a seasoned one, getting lost in the excitement can be quite easy. And the long-term consequences can be devastating for your business. If you are...
Are real estate comps accurate?
When you are looking to sell a home, one thing that you may do is look at comparable properties ("comps") in the neighborhood. The idea is simply to get an idea of what your home is worth by seeing what other homes around yours are selling for. Once you know what they...
Keeping the costs of your office space down
Your company has been up and running for a few years now, and it’s growing all the time. You’re thinking about taking the next step and moving into a new office space. However, it’s still important that you cut costs where you can. An office space that doesn’t...
What is a home appraisal?
There are several steps that must be taken when you are planning to buy a home in Arizona. Most people start looking for a home after they have been pre-approved for a mortgage. Once you find your dream home, it must pass inspection. Then, it’s time for the home to be...
First-time homebuyers often regret these 3 things
Buying your first home is a big step when setting the foundation for your future. It can be easy for first-time homebuyers to make a few mistakes without experience in the field. There are a couple of things news homebuyers will overlook, causing them to have buyer’s...
How do you transfer real estate in an Arizona estate plan?
Some people buy a piece of real estate knowing that they will need to move again in a few years for their career or downgrade their house when their children move out and they prepare for retirement. Others buy a property and intend to live there for the rest of their...
How can an attorney help when building real estate?
If you’re getting ready to build a new property as your new home, it’s helpful to have an attorney on your side to help. There are many aspects of a new build that you will need to review, and there will be at least one, if not many contracts for you to go over....

