Crisp, clean, and elegant best describe the interior of this Aster model townhome in the Country Club neighborhood in DC Ranch. Step outside to the home’s south facing patio that looks down onto a luscious green well-manicured pocket park abutting to the community pool and workout facility and you will be “sold”. This coveted location on a...

Water is a precious resource here in the Sonoran Desert. Wasting it is not only expensive, but is tough on the environment and our community. So when you have a Scottsdale golf home with a back yard, a front yard or a garden, how do you keep the water running efficiently? That’s exactly what the...

As we wrap up the third quarter of 2016, we can look back and forecast a strong fourth quarter and overall a good 2016 for AZ golf homes. The Phoenix real estate market held steady in quarter three, despite the traditionally lower sales as we coming out of summer. In Phoenix, Q3 is usually the...

Home equity loans are on the rise around Arizona golf communities, but exactly is a home equity loan and why are so many Valley residents out to get one? Home Equity Loan vs. Line of Credit Simply stated, a home equity loan or line of credit is a second mortgage. It allows a homeowner to...

Experts agree – the Phoenix area real estate marketing is certainly making a major comeback after the some rough patches over the last eight years. We’ve spent some time looking at how the real estate market looks for residential AZ golf homes, but how is Phoenix commercial real estate doing? Arizona State University’s W.P. Carey...

As we’ve been talking about the low supply of single family homes around the 0k mark, and the slow but steady increase in home values, here’s a not-so-surprising side effect: Phoenix rentals and rental rates are on the rise. Part of the sluggish supply of affordable single family homes is that construction was stagnant for...

2017 is right around the corner. Will this be the year to buy your second home, maybe in a suburban Arizona golf course community? Or should you sell your Scottsdale golf home and move up to an estate? What about taking the leap from renting to buying your first home? In part one of our...

Your home's outdoor living space is an extension of its indoor space, and if you're like most people who live in Scottsdale, you know that fall is the perfect time to make use of it. Whether you're selling your home, buying a new home, or just interested in sprucing up your outdoor living space for...

The Matheson Team loves dogs; all tolled our team has 11 canines who love to run. These 4 off-leash dog parks in and near Scottsdale give a much needed treat to our 4-legged friends. Dog parks are popular around the country and give our dogs a place to run freely and socialize with other dogs. Your...

As energy costs rise and sustainability becomes a priority for many, energy-efficient home upgrades are more desirable than ever. Buyers in 2025 are searching for homes with features that reduce energy consumption, lower utility bills, and minimize environmental impact. Whether you're selling your home or simply want to improve its value and appeal, understanding these...