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Here at MMRTrailTalk.com, we are your single-source for North Scottsdale community real estate and relocation services. Teresa and her team of buyers' agents are regarded as the top providers of these services in the Valley of the Sun.  Whether your move is temporary or permanent, our complete package of relocation services can make your transition an easy one.
Our professional services include: new home community resources, employment and affordability information, school information, area consulting and entertainment options. Teresa’s philosophy is to “provide service beyond expectations” and it's that attitude that supports each of our concierge services.
Teresa Atkinson’s 15+ years in the industry go a long way towards helping you find the right home. She has sold real estate in Washington DC area, Alaska, Tucson and now in Scottsdale since 2002. She brings that experience to the table when helping you in your search. Teresa is an avid tennis player and makes her home in McDowell Mountain Ranch.
To contact Teresa, you may reach her by phone at 1-877-235-7522 (toll free) or 480-235-7522 (cell phone), or use our contact form. For more information on McDowell Mountain Ranch homes for sale, and Scottsdale, Arizona activities, please fill out the online registration form. or our visit McDowell Mountain Ranch Sales page. RE/MAX Excalibur 8510 E Shea Rd #100 Scottsdale, AZ 85260 480-355-3500 |
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RISMedia
The .realestate Member Pre-Sale Has Begun!
NAR PULSE—Your agents cover a lot of ground…your digital presence should, too. From Sept. 18-Nov. 16, REALTORS® with an active .realtor™ domain—FREE for the first year, one per individual member—have exclusive access to purchase .realestate domains before they become available to the public. From westend.realestate to bayside.realestate, the possibilities are endless. Don’t miss out! Make […]
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Hurricane Florence: 32 Deaths, Housing Shortages and Increasing Flooding Dangers
Hurricane Florence made landfall in the Carolinas over the weekend, battering the region and surround states with record amounts of rainfall; over 30 inches fell in Swansboro, N.C. by Saturday, Sept. 15, as reported by the National Weather Service. Sources report at least 32 people have died from weather-related events; however, this number could increase […]
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Poised for the Future: zipLogixTM
zipLogix™ Aims to Dramatically Improve the Real Estate Process RISMedia’s Real Estate magazine recently had the opportunity to chat with Scott Strong as the one-year anniversary of his appointment as CEO of zipLogix™ approaches. In this exclusive interview, Strong provides a closer look at the momentum that’s propelling the company into the future—and why he’s so passionate […]
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7 Benefits of a Federal Reserve Interest Rate Hike
(TNS)—Interest rates are going up. The Federal Reserve in June hiked rates for the second time in 2018, and there could be two more rate hikes before the end of the year, including one at this month’s Fed meeting. Sure, the increases mean it will cost more to borrow—but you’ll benefit from getting better rates on […]
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Luxury Beckons in Belize
Established in 2004, Vista Real Estate Belize is a full-service company proudly offering Belize’s highest level of real estate services. With five staff members, three agents and one broker, the firm serves the country’s six districts (Corozal, Orange Walk, Belize, Cayo, Stann Creek and Toledo), in addition to the surrounding islands and cayes. Here, Broker/Owner […]
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Marriage Equality Continues as LGBT Homeownership Driver: Report
It has been more than three years since the Supreme Court ruled in favor of marriage equality, paving the way for the continued increase of LGBT married couples purchasing homes, according to the National Association of Gay and Lesbian Real Estate Professionals’ (NAGLREP) second annual LGBT Real Estate Report, an online survey of 485 members […]
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Cutting-Edge Technology: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
This month’s National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) Power Broker Roundtable discusses embracing new technology wisely. Moderator Christina Pappas, District Sales Manager, The Keyes Company, Miami, Fla.; Liaison for Large Firms & Industry Relations, National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) Panelists Thad Wong, Co-founder, @properties Real Estate, Chicago, Ill. Rei Mesa, President & CEO, Berkshire Hathaway […]
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Homes101
Real Estate Outlook: Signs of Recovery
If you've been waiting for rock-solid statistical evidence that the housing market -- and the national economy -- are well along into recovery mode, you definitely got it last week.
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30-yr Fixed Mortgages Available at 4.875%, Rates Stable
FreeRateUpdate.com research of wholesale lenders' rate sheets shows conventional 30-yr fixed mortgages available today at 4.875% to well-qualified consumers paying a standard origination fee of .07 to 1 point.
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EPA Signs Sustainability Agreement With Major New Jersey Company
Hartz Mountain Industries, Inc., New Jersey's largest real estate development company, has signed an agreement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to cut energy and water use and to take other steps to reduce the environmental impacts of its retail and commercial properties across the state. Buildings are responsible for close to half of the nation's greenhouse gas pollution. Under the agreement, signed on March 11, Hartz will take steps to promote sustainability in its operations.
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Elect the Select
Homeowner associations are designed to be representative democracies governed by a board of directors elected by the members. Electing directors to the board that can thoughtfully govern is extremely important. To accomplish this, elections must be carefully planned, not hatched at the last minute. Here are important components of a successful election process:
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Common Buyer Fears
Whether you are a first time home buyer or someone who is looking to move up or down, getting into the market can be a fearful time.
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Keeping Seniors Safe from Falls
It happens to all of us -- as we get older, our eyesight and hearing aren't as good as they once were, and our balance and reflexes start to let us down. We start taking medications to treat what ails us, but that may cause dizziness or lightheadedness. That can often lead to a fall, especially if there are tripping hazards in the home.
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Undisclosed Short Sale Payments May Lead to Trouble
A recent memorandum from the legal department of the California Association of Realtors® (CAR) warns CAR members as follows: "Undisclosed payments in short sale transactions, especially those paid outside of escrow, may violate the law, including RESPA, laws against loan fraud, and licensing laws."
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Inman News
‘Alexa, get me seller leads’
HomeyPoints founders wanted to bridge old and new by connecting homeowners with an agent through Amazon Alexa voice technology and their voice app, Home Agent.
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Are your sellers ready for a buyer’s market?
How do you manage clients when the market suddenly develops into something they had not anticipated? Here are our top 10 recommendations for managing seller expectations when the market enters a correction.
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How real estate agents can keep themselves safe every day
Learn exactly what type of crime affects the industry and how real estate agents can arm themselves with the best information, resources, tools and apps to stay safe.
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6 things you need to know before getting your real estate license
Before taking the leap and becoming a real estate agent, there are a number of things to think through and prepare for as you set yourself up for success.
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What skill set should you look for when recruiting?
Byron sits down with Tom Toole III, leader of the Tom Toole Sales Group at RE/MAX Main Line, to talk recruitment, culture, disruption, inventory and more at the Tom Ferry Summit in Anaheim, California.
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Purplebricks raises its fee in Australia, but has ‘no plans’ for a US hike
In the United States, Purplebricks’ flat-fee for homesellers was recently raised from $3,200 to $3,600 USD. Sellers pay the fee upfront, regardless of whether or not their home successfully sells with the brokerage.
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My Home Group joins blockchain-based Imbrex marketplace
Listings from Arizona-based residential brokerage My Home Group's 2,000 agents will now appear on the decentralized Imbrex real estate marketplace platform.
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