Buyers Resource List:

When you buy a home in Phoenix or anywhere else, you want to do it right. But there's so much involved. Here are some useful articles and other resources to help empower you in the biggest investment of your life.  If you need additional help in selecting a payment that is right for you...please click here to be directed to the Mortgage Calculator page.

• How to Buy your first home -Take the mystery out of the home buying process with this step-by-step guide.
• 100 Questions and Answers About Buying a New Home - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) answers many of the most common questions.
• Buyer Advisory - a wealth of information about issues that may be important in a real estate transaction.
• Buyer Resources - Check out these informational sources of interest to home buyers.
• Getting to Know the Neighborhood
• Home Buyer's Checklist - Use this list to get the information you need before you make an offer.
• Real Estate Terminology - Speaking of Real Estate
• Mortgage Calculators -It is always reccomended that you consult with a mortgage specialist.
• Tax information for first-time homebuyers
  
  
  

• Relocating to Arizona?

  • Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE) - The ADRE licenses and regulates real estate licensees (not all licensees are REALTORS®). Find out if someone has a current real estate license or how to file a complaint.
  • Crime Statistics - How safe is your neighborhood? Recent crime statistics are available here.
  • Great Schools.net ~ Free online guide to K-12 schools - Which schools or districts best meet the needs of your children? Compare test scores and other critical data.
  • Home Inspector Information (ASHI & NAHI ) Learn about the home inspection process and what to ask when hiring an inspector, and locate licensed members in your area.
  • Maricopa County Assessor - What is the most recent assessed value of the home? How much did this house sell for in the last sale?
  • Pool Barrier Information - Drowning is a serious threat to children in Arizona. Arizona law requires a barrier between the house and pool in certain situations. Educate yourself on the legal requirements in Arizona and in your city/county.

  Home Owners' Associations:
  
  Whether the home is in a planned community or a condominium complex, there are laws governing how HOAs operate. Knowing what is in the Conditions, Covenants, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) prior to purchasing a home in an HOA will help you make the right decision for your lifestyle.

  • About Community Associations (homeowner associations)
  • Homeowners' Associations and the Law in Arizona - HOAs in Arizona are regulated by statute.
  • Questions about Homeowners' Associations?
  • Resale of Units in a Planned Community - Arizona Revised Statutes Title 33, Chapter 16, explains what information is required by law to be given to the prospective buyer and when.

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