Tips for Finding the Best Mortgage Lender as a First-time Home Buyer
Buying a home for the first time can be complex and stressful but also an exciting experience. When shopping for a home, it’s important to know what you’re getting yourself into. Staying organized, understanding the mortgage process, and finding the best mortgage lender will make the purchasing process smoother and faster. According to NerdWallet, “You […]
Should I Go House Hunting During the Holidays?
Are you on the house hunt? Whether you’re just beginning or in the 10th month of searching for your perfect home or land, there’s a popular notion that winter is the time to hunker down and stay inside instead of moving into a new home. So, should you buy a home or wait until […]
How to Bring Utilities to Vacant Land
You found your perfect piece of land in a private, rural spot in the countryside. It’s exactly what you wanted, but there’s one problem: no utilities. You’ll want your basic services (electricity, water, etc.) to make your space livable. So, how can you bring utilities to your vacant land? Check for the Closest Utility Lines […]
Wildlife and Washes: The Beauty of Living On Tucson Land
In my previous post, I shared information about Pima County’s rules and regulations for building on Tucson lots or vacant land where washes are present. I’ve also recently covered why washes are so common in Tucson, why you don’t have to fear them, and how to proceed in buying a vacant lot or vacant land […]
Regulated Washes and Specific Setbacks: Rules for Building Out Your Tucson Lot
Tucson lot buyers can get hung up on the thought of a wash, or arroyo, on a property they’d like to purchase, but when you start the process of buying vacant land with your eyes open, you’ll learn how Pima County regulates land development and how they determine the effects of a wash on a […]
When Water Runs Through It: Buying Tucson Lots or Land with a Wash
While searching for vacant lots in Tucson, one feature that frequently gives lot buyers pause is the presence of a wash on a prospective property. As a homesite and land specialist in Tucson for many years, here’s what I’ve learned: when it comes to washes, the more you know about them, the less there is […]
9 Questions to Ask About a Lot of Land
Before purchasing a lot of land there are important questions to ask about the features of the property. Every land lot is different with varying terrain, zoning, and available utilities. When searching for the right lot of land, you need to already know what you plan to use the land for in order to help […]
Rick Sack Awarded the 1926 Circle of Excellence for 2020
The 1926 Circle of Excellence is an award that is reserved for realtors with a high level of excellence, hard work, and client care. High-producing agents are commended with this award to highlight their success and focused dedication to their work in realty. Rick Sack has received this reward three years in a row, and […]
A Promising 2020 Economic Outlook for Arizona and Tucson
As we move from 2019 into 2020, economists project that another recession is not likely for many more years to come. In fact, they track positive trends for both Tucson and Arizona as a whole, including rising income, job growth, and migration to the state for jobs. Specifically, job growth can be seen within the […]
September 2019 Land Report
Every month, the Tucson Land Report releases information from the previous month about the Tucson Metro area land lot market from the MLSSAZ. This data shows current trends as well as interesting comparisons over the last few months and years. For realtors, this information is crucial in directing clients in the best times for buying […]