Recession vs. Housing Crisis By LINDSAY FRICKS It’s no surprise that most people link a recession with a decline in housing prices. The last and most memorable recession in 2008 was indeed coupled with a very large decline in home prices. However, a recession does not inherently cause home prices...
Manifesting
Manifesting Four tips to make sure you don’t end up in the cycle of feast or famine By LINDSAY FRICKS I’m a lifelong learner…in fact, part of what I enjoy most about real estate is that there are endless opportunities to absorb knowledge through each new person I meet and...
Lean on Me!
Lean on Me By LINDSAY FRICKS Lean on me! This is one of my all time favorite songs, but it’s also something I incorporate into my professional and personal mission. This week I’m sharing a short video about why you should “lean on me” as the Realtor you choose or...
What your Realtor isn’t telling you….
What your Realtor isn’t telling you.... By LINDSAY FRICKS Realtors are a wealth of knowledge, but there are laws that limit what your real estate professional can share with you. In this week’s blog, I outline the key research that all buyers should do prior to looking for homes with...
Will the Arizona housing market continue to stay healthy?
Will the Arizona housing market continue to stay healthy? By LINDSAY FRICKS This week I polled my Instagram followers to see the top reasons why renters are not ready or able to buy a home. Not surprisingly, the responses were an even split between lack of down payment and high...
Do I need a Realtor to help purchase a new construction home?
Do I need a Realtor to help purchase a new construction home? By LINDSAY FRICKS Do I need a Realtor to help purchase a new construction home? It’s so exciting seeing new developments come back to the valley after a very long hiatus after the 2008 recession. This week I...
Philanthropy and Community Involvement
Philanthropy and Community Involvement By LINDSAY FRICKS I’ve always had a passion for philanthropy and community involvement. I jump at the chance to work at a food bank event or attend fancy charity galas. For me, doing good and serving others has been a core value since I was very...
Buying Real Estate to Fund Education or Retirement Plans
Buying Real Estate to Fund Education or Retirement Plans By LINDSAY FRICKS What if there was a way for someone else to pay for your children’s college education and your retirement? In today’s blog I’m talking about buying real estate to fund education or retirement plans. Most people I know...
Tips for Buying in a Seller’s Market
Tips for Buying in a Seller’s Market By LINDSAY FRICKS In this week’s blog I’m focusing on tips for buying a home in a seller’s market. If you’ve been following along with my market updates you know that we’ve been in a hot seller’s market for a while in Arizona....
The American Dream
The American Dream ...and Down Payment Assistance By LINDSAY FRICKS This week we celebrate America’s birthday and all the blessings we have living in this great country. Sure, we have our issues, but I am always proud to be an American and feel grateful for all the opportunities and freedoms...
