Announcing The New Susan Talarico Website

I am very excited to announce my new website and blog: SusanTalarico.com. The contents of this blog have been moved to the new site. Please stop by, and be sure to bookmark the new location.

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ALWAYS Get a Home Inspection

In today’s real estate market buyers are acting quickly to make an offer on a home so they do not miss out on a great buy. Acting swiftly to make a decision is an excellent strategy but, skipping details along the way is not. Even if you will not be requesting repairs, even if the home is being sold as-is, even if you want the deal to close quickly, DO NOT pass on having a home inspection.

A home inspection is important so you know what you are getting. Yes, the home may be at a price that is too good to pass up, but are the repairs more than you are willing to absorb? Go ahead and make an offer. Get your home inspection completed during the agreed upon inspection period. If the home inspection uncovers a problem beyond your budget you have the option of requesting repairs or cancelling your contract. The Arizona Real Estate Purchase Contract gives you many protections regarding repairs and items that are required to be in operating condition. In the event that you are purchasing a home as-is, it is still wise to do a home inspection. You may uncover a problem that would have you reconsider your purchase.

Be wise in your selection of a home inspector. Are they a member of American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI)? Do they have Full Errors and Omissions and General Liability Insurance? Your Realtor can be a wonderful resource when selecting a home inspector. An experienced Realtor should have encountered several home inspection companies and can offer valuable suggestions.

2012 Real Estate Year in Review

This past year we have seen improvement in the real estate market with rising home prices and a diminishing inventory of distressed properties.  For all the details, click on this link…

stat-2012-year-in-review.pdf

How to Teach Kids to Save Money

Here is an article worth reading and implementing.  Saving money is an important skill that needs to be learned early on in life.  It is so important for the future of our children, our economy and the direction of our great county.

http://www.liveinnanny.com/blog/how-to-teach-kids-to-save-money/

Ladies and Gentlemen…Start your engines!

It’s that most wonderful time of the year in Scottsdale, Arizona for car enthusiast. With three major collector auto auctions taking place, there is something for every motor head. Barrett-Jackson is the largest of the three and includes a large array of cars, trucks, utility vehicles, celebrity owned cars and yes, even airplanes. The event has grown over the years from a 3 day event to a 9 day car auction marathon. Don’t be fooled by all the exhaust fumes and testosterone in the tent. You can find some fantastic shopping in the lifestyle pavilion as well. Of course the people watching and celebrity sightings are worth the price of admission.

If you are more of a muscle car enthusiast, then you should definitely check out the Russo and Steele Auction. It is a smaller venue. So if you do not like large crowds and still would love to see some fabulous cars, Russo and Steele is the place to go.

Perhaps you are more interested in rare classics and exotics? Then head down to Scottsdale Fashion Square to the Gooding and Company Auction. Guys, if your wife or girlfriend is not into cars, this is a win-win. You check out the cars while she shops at the mall. At the end of the day the two of you can enjoy a relaxing dinner at one of the many fine restaurants in Old Town.

For more information on the car auctions, just click on the links below. See you there!
Barrett-Jackson January 13-20
Russo and Steele January 16-20
Gooding & Company January 18 and 19

Time to declutter?

• How to Get Rid of Stuff and Declutter Your Life

  You can get that warm, fuzzy holiday feeling and make a few bucks by responsibly ditching all the excess stuff you accumulate, particularly at this time of year. Read

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