As "snowbirds", when we leave our Arizona residence, we negotiate with an agency to monitor…read moresecurity, perform essential maintenance, and ensure the appearance of the yard meets basic HOA standards. In March 2016, we selected Home Monitor of Litchfield Park based on their written advertisement that stated "We will watch over your property and keep up maintenance while you are away..." and "During weekly/monthly inspections, we video record the current condition of your property so you can see it for yourself.". We actually paid extra to ensure yard work was performed. Between April and October, we received a brief 2-3 sentence email once a month that informed us of the weather, temperature, and concluded with "Your house is in great/good shape.". We never saw a video recording. In June, we were contacted by neighbors via text and cell phone photographs that the plants, bushes, and trees in our yard were grossly overgrown to the extent the bougainvillea was extending over the privacy wall into adjacent yards. Trash and debris had also accumulated in the entryway. We contacted Home Monitor, expressed our disappointment with the quality of service, and the immediate problem was resolved. After receiving similar emails over the next three months, but no video recordings, we returned to Arizona unannounced. We were dismayed with what we found. Bougainvillea was growing over the privacy wall into neighboring yards, bushes and trees were overgrown, desert weeds were prevalent, two citrus trees were dead, and the entryway was blocked by a pile of debris and trash. We subsequently terminated Home Monitor, changed all the locks, installed a security system, and hired someone else to monitor our property.

From the owner: Home Monitor is a company that will watch over your property and keep up with maintenance while you…read moreare away on vacation or on an extended leave of town. We personally walk through your property, video recording the current conditions so that our clients can log onto their computer and retrieve detailed reports of inspections and walk through videos. Home Monitor provides you with the peace of mind knowing that while you are away from your home, we are here, taking care of your property for you. House Sitting your property is what we do best, so we make sure that your property is taken care of and maintained.

just sold my house without paying a seller agent commission. I listed on REVINRE for zero…read morecommission. For $0 they put you on MLS, put a sign in the yard, and handle agents' showing requests - beyond that I did everything else; staging, lock box, open houses, open house signs, almost every weekend being on standby. Sounds like a lot of work but remember we are talking a five-figure sum of money to be saved. During a purchase contract that ultimately fell through, I paid Revinre $250 for 2 hours phone consultation. For the successful contract, I knew enough that I didn't need any more help. My only complaint, and it's a small one, is the agent could have condensed her 2-hours worth of conversations into maybe 45 minutes. The process of selling a home really is that straightforward Prior to Revinre I spent 2 months FSBO; that's a waste of time unless you are on MLS. Too much stigma for home buyers who don't care to learn how easy the process really is. And why would they? They are getting VIP treatment on someone else's dime, the seller's. And a buyer's agent has no interest in showing an FSBO, but you will get a TON of calls from agents offering to sell for you. Can I recommend Revinre? Knowing what I know now yes, I would use them again. I am never paying a seller commission again! (:0)

I sold my house using REVINRE and was able to list on the MLS. This saved me a fortune in real…read moreestate fees and got the "FSBO" hounds off my back as well.

I had such an amazing experience working with Ensuel at Picture My Listing! After reaching out, I…read morewas able to schedule a photo shoot in just 2 days. Ensuel arrived promptly on time and immediately provided professional guidance on how to stage each room to make sure we got the best possible shots. I never felt rushed or pressured for time. The whole process was smooth and stress free. The final photos came out absolutely stunning! Ensuel's team delivered everything the very next business day in both high resolution and web friendly formats, which made it very convenient for me to use across different platforms. I also loved how easy it was to download all of the photos through their web portal. On top of all that, their prices were very competitive compared to other options I looked into. Between the fast turnaround, outstanding quality, and fantastic customer service, I could not be happier. I highly recommend Ensuel and Picture My Listing to anyone looking for professional real estate photography!

Exceptional service. I needed photos quickly and they were able to deliver for me. I didn't get the…read morephotos same day as I paid for and was promised but I did receive them first thing the next morning and they sent me double of what I requested at no cost. Things happen, and Picture My Listing did the right thing. Photos were very high quality and my house looks amazing. 110% would use them again.

If I win the lottery or somehow encounter a huge sum of money, I will become a member of…read moreSilverleaf... that is, if I am invited. The Silverleaf Club is by far, the most beautiful country club I've ever stepped into... I didn't see the entire golf course, but I am sure it is amazing - here are the stats and description: 18-hole, par-72, 7,299-yard course designed by PGA champion and golf course architect Tom Weiskopf.The Silverleaf golf course winds through secluded canyons and valleys of the McDowell Mountains,providing dramatic elevation changes and city views. The Silverleaf Club and Spa (unfortunately, I didn't even get to see the Spa part) is exclusive and membership is by invitation only, it's tied to property ownership, and there are two membership levels - full golf and social. I attended a wedding at The Silverleaf Club this past Saturday night and it was incredibly beautiful. The ceremony took place at sunset and the colors in the sky combined with the green golf course and red mountains were breathtaking. There was a tad bit of rain before and after the ceremony and during the middle, we witnessed a rainbow! The cocktail reception was held outdoors with a full bar and passed appetizers, and then we went inside for dinner and the party - it was a dream and I couldn't be happier for my friends that are now husband and wife. The Silverleaf Club provided a true fairytale evening that I know I will never forget... and it wasn't even my wedding!

My wife and I were married here in October of 2006 and it was as close to a fairytale wedding as…read morepossible. I am pretty sure that we were either the 2nd or 3rd wedding ever held at Silverleaf. The location, service and staff were all amazing and they have been so ever since. Food at both the club house and Stone House (after the turn on the golf course) is always fantastic and the specials are fresh and unique. Home made ice-cream is available in multiple flavors and can also be taken to go! Their french fries are amazing as well. The best party at Silverleaf was back in '06 (I think) when they put the giant tent up on the hill. I heard that the tent alone was about $700k. Tickets were extremely reasonably priced because the event was also being used to market some of the lots for sale in the upper canyon. Nobody knew who the performers were going to be so when the stage rotated around everyone was surprised to see that Kenny Loggins was performing for this private event. The food and drinks were fantastic and I have wished that they would throw another over the top party like that again. Two years later we did go to the spring party to see Earth, Wind and Fire, but it will never be as good as that party on the hill. In the last couple of years the real estate market has taken a big hit. While property might not be selling as well the service at the club has never changed below 'Fantastic'. It is refreshing to see that the club is being operated in the same fashion and enthusiasm as it was when it first opened. Being a private club does present a challenge for people to experience the location and food. However, if you are ever presented with the opportunity to go, don't pass it up.

The team at Sun Point was professional and did a good job. I called 4 companies and there were the…read moreonly one to call me back.

My mom passed away last year and we needed to have a date of death appraisal completed on her…read morehouse. I contacted Sun Point Appraisals and asked them if they would be able to do the appraisal for me. Paul and his entire team was very prompt in response. Paul came out to the house and met with me. He was very thorough with his review of the house and extremely understanding of our situation. When I received the DoD appraisal, I was not expecting the amount of time put into the report. Paul included pictures, local housing comparisons et cetera. I greatly appreciate the kindness and courtesy shown to me and my family by Paul and his awesome team. I would highly recommend Sun Point Appraisals to anyone.

I completed three real estate transactions with Kelly in less than three months. She is a master…read morenegotiator. She is on top of dates and deadlines. She's knowledgeable and yet willing to reach out to others to ensure you're protected in the transaction. She is also an amazing resource and connector. She surrounds herself with other top performers. If you need a locksmith, banker, private lender etc. she can connect you.

I can't even begin to tell you how awesome Kelly is. I had an extremely difficult real estate…read moretransaction and she was amazing!! She negotiated things I never thought was even possible. My property was very unique and there were no comps anywhere around like it. She worked so diligently with a prospective buyer and a very difficult tenant and was able to close the deal very quickly. I HIGHLY recommend her!!

What a beautiful location and building. Such a big change from the Downtown Scottsdale location and…read moreso happy it's where it is. right off the freeway, plenty of parking and no parking fees to pay. The cafe inside wasn't open when I got there as it wasn't ready so looking forward to try out the food too. Conveniently located and well maintained.

From the owner: The Scottsdale Area Association of REALTORS® exists to maximize our Members' success…read more We set the standard for professional and ethical business practices by providing and promoting quality services and innovative programs to benefit our Members. Our goal is to be the best investment for success our Members can make while protecting the free enterprise system, and preserving and promoting private property rights. REALTOR® is a registered collective membership mark which may be used only by real estate professionals who are members of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) and subscribe to its strict CODE OF ETHICS. Members of our Association are active in many areas throughout our city including a wide variety of voluntary boards, commissions, charity foundations, and also devote thousands of hours to help enhance the quality of life in Scottsdale.

We loved working with Michael and Jessica to sell our house. We listed in a difficult market, but…read morewe navigated it well, thanks to their help. Michael was quick to meet us initially, and then was quick to meet, text, call, plan open houses, schedule the photographer, (and the list goes on). I am thankful to report that we sold our home last month (listed for over 100K more than we purchased, thankfully) and the process was smooth. Thanks Hoffmans! -Ciara

We cannot say enough great things about Mike Hoffman of Mike Hoffman Realty! Selling a home while…read moreliving in another state can be stressful, but Mike made the entire process effortless and seamless. His exceptional communication, professionalism, and market knowledge set him apart from any realtor we've ever worked with--and as a realtor myself in California, that says a lot! Mike treated us as if we were his only clients, always available to answer our questions with honesty and expertise. He was proactive, detail-oriented, and incredibly responsive, ensuring that every aspect of the sale was handled smoothly. Being so far away, we never once had to worry--Mike was on top of everything. Not only is he a skilled negotiator, but he is also genuinely kind and personable, making the experience even more enjoyable. If you're thinking about buying or selling in Arizona, do yourself a favor and call Mike Hoffman--you won't find a better agent!

With our house in WA on the market, we contacted a friend in AZ who has numerous ties to real…read moreestate professionals and she recommended Angela Zampino. So we promptly contacted Angela for assistance in finding a rental property in Scottsdale for our planned move. She promptly set us up with a search tool so that we can identify properties that we had interest in and that she could inquire on for us. After selecting several, she went to check on them and offered to do a FaceTime tour for us so that we could have a better idea of the property before making a decision. We quickly found that one of the condos we were looking at would meet our needs perfectly and she helped us with securing the lease quickly. If you are in the market to rent or purchase, we highly recommend contacting Angela for assistance, especially if you are not local.

My husband and I worked with Danielle Zampino to buy an investment property in our IRA. (I…read morerecommend this - it's a great way to build your retirement account) It was a tricky purchase because it was a HUD-owned foreclosure and initially, our bid was accepted but ultimately turned down by HUD's part because the feds have rules for IRAs that HUD was unprepared for. Danielle worked with us to resubmit the bid as they advised, but HUD rejected it on the second go-round! Danielle held up great under the pressure and we were finally rewarded when the HUD buyer fell through. Finally, we were able to close the cash deal and it took a total of three months. This wasn't a huge commission for Danielle, but she worked just as hard as if it were. Great professionalism and personal service!

I purchased a high end home in North Scottsdale with Carmen as my agent. She is knowledgeable,…read more patient, able to give you details and, best of all, digitally aware and equipped. As an out-of-state buyer, I was able to close remotely in 5 minutes via Docusign. Carmen also has referrals and knowledge of contractors to get you going post-transaction. Her legal background really helped with the Arizona real estate contract specifics. Carmen Brodeur is top notch, and I would highly recommend her as an agent for either side of a sale

Dealt with Carmen and Lisa in both buying and selling a house. They are both extremely…read moreprofessional. They are very communicative, savvy about the market and diligent. There are many in this industry who are somewhat cavalier and lazy about their profession but not this team! They may not be the largest firm but that means you get tailored and dedicated service. I highly recommend them!