Great Room vs. Formal Living Room in the Phoenix Metro Area

    Great Room vs. Formal Living Room in the Phoenix Metro By David Thomas, Realtor® – HomeSmart, Gilbert & Greater Phoenix If you’ve been touring homes around Gilbert, Chandler, Scottsdale, or Fountain Hills, you’ve probably noticed some listings highlight a “great room,” while others still mention

Condo vs. Townhome in Phoenix - What's the Difference?

  Condo vs. Townhome in Phoenix – What’s the Difference? By David Thomas, Realtor® – HomeSmart, Gilbert & Greater Phoenix If you’re shopping in the Phoenix metro, you’ve probably noticed that some homes are labeled “condo” and others “townhome” – and sometimes they even look the same from the street

What to Expect When You Close as a Seller

  What to Expect When You Close as a Seller Closing as a seller is the final step in transferring ownership of your home — and it’s where all the financial details are finalized. This is the moment when all of your preparation, showings, negotiations, and paperwork come together so you can officiall

Gated vs Guard-Gated Communities in the Phoenix Metro Area

    Gated vs Guard-Gated Communities in the Phoenix Metro By David Thomas, Phoenix Metro Area Realtor When buyers tell me they want a “gated community” in the Phoenix metro, they often mean two slightly different things: a standard gated community or a guard-gated community. On paper, they look simi