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02/11/2026

2025 was a smashing success and 2026 is starting off to be just as incredible! Thank you again to all of our amazing clients!

01/02/2025

NO MORE MONTHLY RENTAL TAX!!

From Patrick McQueen, esq...

In 2023, Arizona passed legislation that will eliminate the rental tax on long-term residential leases, effective January 1, 2025. This law requires landlords to stop charging the rental tax on rent and certain other fees, such as late fees, that were previously taxed.

Specifically, on January 1st, landlords must stop charging the rental tax on long-term residential leases, as well as on any additional charges previously subject to tax. For example, if you currently charge a $5 late fee with an additional tax, the new fee should be $5, with the tax portion removed.

Landlords are also required to reduce the rent charged to tenants by the amount previously collected as tax. If your rent was $1,000 plus a $50 rental tax, the new rent starting January 1, 2025, should be $1,000. It is important to ensure that any charges previously taxed are adjusted accordingly.

Because of this new law, it is highly recommended to notify tenants as early as possible about the tax removal and the resulting rent reduction via formal notification or lease amendment.

And, for leases beginning on or after January 1, 2025, it is crucial to remove any references to rental tax from lease agreements. Similarly, landlords should review and update their billing processes to ensure that no tax is being applied to rent or fees.

The rental tax elimination only applies to long-term residential leases. Commercial properties, short-term rentals, hotels, motels, and healthcare facilities are exempt from this change. Landlords should ensure that they are applying the tax elimination only where required and continue to charge the rental tax where applicable.

09/25/2024

Here's the new listing in Surprise on acreage that you can get to easily from Happy Valley Rd or Grand Ave! This home is turnkey with lots of upgrades. AC and Heat in the 3-car garage! 2 easy sliding RV gates and a gorgeous custom fence surrounds it perfectly. The brand-new pool has Heat and AC too!

$750,000

https://www.flexmls.com/share/B4nHG/16812-W-BAKER-RD-Surprise-AZ-85387

09/24/2024

It didn't take long at all for all the new home builders to start offering introductory rates as low as 1.99%. The lines have been drawn and the interest battles have begun.

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09/16/2024

Here's a little blog about the ins and outs of buying and selling a home in Sun City, AZ. Hopefully, it'll help someone save a lot of money and avoid the classic mistakes.

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Sun City, Arizona, is a unique and popular destination for those seeking an active, outdoor and vibrant retirement lifestyle 7.23 months out of the year. You either shelter in-plACe for a few months and hang up the golf spikes or temporarily move to a cooler climate in Northern, AZ or wherever you c...

09/05/2024

We are still working on clearing out the wonderful collection of things the owners have accumulated over the last 30 years. Things like a decaying house boat, a possibly running semi truck, random cars, trailers, antiques, gadgets and gizmos. This is the last any only eyesore left in this hidden gem of a NW Valley neighborhood. Subdivide and build 12-15+ custom homes to multiply your investment or build your dream home on a compound!

If you want acreage in the west valley and you want to avoid the traffic nightmare of the Loop 303 & Grand Ave. This is a prime location with paved roads leading all the way to the property only 10 minutes from the Loop 303 and Bell Rd.

5 Acres for $750,000
10 Acres for $1,500,000
15 Acres for $1,75,000

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09/03/2024

It's been one crazy busy day!

We are officially under contract on the Day Care for $525,000 Cash, as is, non-refundable earnest deposit.

My Sun City sellers just closed on the home on their inherited home on Rosewood where we were able to bag a full list price no seller concessions offer in 3 days.

My first time home buyers were able to close on their home with a down payment assistance program where they received $7,500 that they used towards down payment, closing costs, home warranty and appraisal! We were able to negotiate an additional 3% seller credit that we used to buy their interest rate all the way down to 5.625%. All in all, they bought a $425k home, had to put down less than $6,500 and their payment is just over $2,600. Talk to Marian Matache if you want more info about down payment assistance programs.

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https://www.flexmls.com/share/AybCm/Selected

08/05/2024

If you price your home correctly, it will sell quickly no matter what any of the markets are doing.

Sold in 2 days for full list price & no seller concessions!

2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1,374 sf. new windows, sewer line replacement, new electrical panel, updated kitchen, large AZ room and right smack in the heart of Sun City. $295,000

https://www.flexmls.com/share/Aq1Tl/15209-N-ROSEWOOD-DR-Sun-City-AZ-85351

08/01/2024

Down Payment Assistance Programs are back!

First, the funding sort of fizzled out. Then the market was so hot over the last few years that sellers would often skip over them for more favorable terms from cash or higher qualified buyers.

Now, they're back! And you've got options! Just in time for buyers to be able to take full advantage. Right now, sellers are more than willing to contribute towards a buyer's closing costs to make the deal even sweeter.

I have some first-time home buyers purchasing a $425,000 remodeled 2,200 sf 4-bedroom home in El Mirage where we were able to secure 3% seller credit to buy their rate down to 5.8%. Their total out of pocket downpayment with closing costs is going to be less than $7,600.

Reach out to Marian Matache if you are interested in more info.

Home Plus is the program we will be discussing in this blog. Call our #1 preferred Loan Officer, Marian Matache with Mortgage in AZ, LLC and he can get you started with the correct Down Payment Assistance Program for you - Mortgage in AZ, LLC (amortgagez.com). Achieving the dream of homeownership in...

07/03/2024

Did you hear the news?

Arizona's casita laws just got a major update, making it easier than ever to add an ADU to your property! Whether you're looking to boost your property value, earn some rental income, or create a perfect guest space or home office, these changes could be a game-changer.

Find out how these new regulations can benefit you and your home.

Arizona is stepping up to tackle its housing issues by making it easier for homeowners to build accessory dwelling units (ADUs), also known as casitas or granny flats. These new regulations open up a world of possibilities for homeowners across the state. Let’s dive into how these changes can bene...

05/22/2024

We are officially live on MLS!

3 bedrooms, 2 baths, den, 2 car garage, with a pool for under $400k in Surprise, AZ. Yes, it has a leased solar system but they had it installed years ago when solar companies didn't rip everyone off and you could actually save money!

https://www.flexmls.com/share/ASJ16/17017-W-MANCHESTER-DR-Surprise-AZ-85374

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