Understanding real estate terminology can be of great assistance in buying or selling a home, commercial property, or investment property. In order to help you understand words commonly used in a real estate transaction, I have prepared a list of real estate terms you should become familiar with. Thanks again and be sure to contact me for any of your  real estate needs in Maricopa County, AZ.Terms: Interest Rate The monthly effective rate paid (or received if you are a creditor) on borrowed money. Expressed as a percentage of the sum borrowed. MLS- IDX IDX, or broker reciprocity, is a listing sharing arrangement between brokers within a Mulitple Listing Service. Market Value An asset's market value is the price it would fetch in the market, if it were sold in the current marketplace. Ti... 06/27/2016

                                    Ambiance, views, lifestyle! Can it really be this perfect?   Yes! It's not often you'll find high quality, southwest-style furniture, tasteful art and accessories included in a pristine townhome at this low price! Find yourself in this downtown Fountain Hills' gated vacation-ready townhome or stay full-time in this carefree residence!  From leather and hide to bronze and wood this home exudes the spirit of the southwest with perfectly coordinated finishes and decor, underscored with neutral tile throughout, warmed by Navajo-style woven rugs. Great room floor plan with casual dining area plus breakfast bar; 2 very roomy bedrooms, huge master accommodates a full office suite or sitting area. Not to miss details: solid knotty alder doors, lighted art nic... 06/21/2016

May Events in Arizona for May 2016 Events in the valley of the sun. Please check out the event calendar for May in Arizona. From Maricopay County to Scottsdale and Phoenix.With Cinco De Mayo In Arizona check out the many events in your local town. Enjoy   05/01/2016

Arizona Events in April for 2016 in Maricopa County from Fountain Hills to Scottsdale to Phoenix and Mesa and Tempe just to name a few. Arizona Events in April for 2016 in Maricopa County from Fountain Hills to Scottsdale to Phoenix and Mesa and Tempe just to name a few. And to Lake Pleasant to ahwatukee at Rawhide. All in Maricopa County in Arizona. When ready to buy a home call The Oliva Team   04/07/2016

Custom built home in Sunridge Canyon. The grand entrance sets the stage for this spectacular home. From travertine flooring in the main living areas to wood floors in the bedrooms to custom details: A true master piece. Split bedroom floor plan w/ the master suite providing an oasis: large bath, fireplace & work out room. Large eat-in kitchen w/ granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, walk in pantry and wall of windows to enjoy the views. Even a theater/media room that seats 7. The backyard has a negative edge pool & spa with a large outdoor cook center, putting green, fireplace & fire pit, covered patio wonderful for entertaining and of course endless mountain views. The guest casita is perfect with a full bath. so much to mention. Seller is licensed AZ Agent. Fountain Hills ... 04/07/2016

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Looking for homes for sale in Fountain Hills, Arizona with a 3+ car garage? Take a look here with pictures, prices, details and map locations.                                              The world's tallest fountain in Fountain Hills, Arizona Fountain Hills, home of the world's tallest fountain is imediately to the east of Scottsdale characterized by custom and semi custom homes many with great views of Red Mountain and the valley floor. Many homes are built on ravines.  Homes for sale in Fountain Hills, AZ with 3+ Car garage Also see:3+ Car Garage homes for sale Carefree, AZ3+ Car Garage homes for sale Scottsdale, AZ3+ Car Garage homes for sale Fountain HIlls, AZ3+ Car Garage homes for sale Gilbert, AZ3+ Car Garage homes for sale Chandler, AZ Homes for sale in Cave Creek, AZAll Homes ... 03/18/2016

March Events in Arizona in Maricopa County so many fun events to doCheck out events in Arizona from the Oliva Team in March 2016.Our favorite is in Fountain Hills when the world famous fountain turns green for St. Patricks Day. Many things to do in Sunny Arizona. Valley of the Sun 03/02/2016

for more information and to learn more about Fountain Hills AZ Get more info on the Fountain Hills Real Estate Market Here   02/21/2016

16246 N. Boulder Dr. Fountain Hills, AZ 85268Ranch home for sale SLIDESHOW VIEW A VIRTUAL TOUR SPECIAL FEATURES Price: $385,000 MLS Number: 5363959 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Approx. Sq. Ft.: 1901 Fountain Hills 3 Bedroom Spacious Quiet Neighborhood Split Floor Plan 3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 3 Car Garage Stone Accents High Ceilings DESCRIPTION Beautiful three bedroom home in Fountain Hills. Enjoy this spacious property in a quiet neighborhood. Open floor plan with no interior steps, all tile (no carpet), desirable split floor plan, three bedrooms, two bathrooms and three car garage. Enjoy large low maintenance, private yard and covered patio. Interior has recently been painted, stacked stone accents added, new light fixtures, plantation shutter added, solar lamppost and more. Granite slab count... 02/16/2016

15943 E. Brodiea Dr. Fountain Hills, AZ 85268 Come and visit this home! SLIDESHOW VIEW A VIRTUAL TOUR SPECIAL FEATURES Price: $575,000 MLS Number: 5377380 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2.5 Approx. Sq. Ft.: 2732 Fountain Hills View Pool Mountains Four Peaks Tuscan Granite Counter Tops 3 Bedroom 3 Car Garage Epoxy flooring DESCRIPTION If views are what you're looking for, then this is the home for you! This stunning home has it all: beautifully styled interior, a pool, and a panorama of the valley. The sights this home offers are worth every penny! Can you imagine anything more relaxing than soaking in your pool as you overlook the mountainous views? Also, imagine sitting in your living room and having a perfect view of Four Peaks! The interior is done in a beautiful tuscan style and the kitche... 02/16/2016

CE Classes each month by West USA Realty in Arizona, Maricopa County. Our West USA Realty Broker Dale Hillard will teach a class each month. This one is FREE on Agency. So excited to be part of the Best in the West at West USA Realty. With offices from Scottsdale, Fountain Hills to Payson into Heber Overgaard and to Snowflake Taylor and Pinetop Lakeside in Arizona. 02/16/2016

Selling by the Golden RuleSo proud to introduce this book written by our Broker at West USA Realty Dale Hillard. With over 40 year of experience Dale has finally put his wise words on paper and of course Kindle.Click here to buy the book Amazon:  Words by Dale:Learn from the Master Teacher parables as described in each chapter of my book. Thanks. Available on Amazon.com...$5.95. Eg. "The Pearl of Great Price." 02/06/2016

Real Talk USA - Multi Million Dollar Listing of the Week Prepare to be WOWED!! 1.07 acre Elevated lot overlooking Desert Canyon golf course complete with Red Rock Mountain in your back yard! A WESTAR custom single level built home with all the bells & whistles. This luxury home features a Split floor along with all 3 bedrooms being en-suite. This Home in Fountain Hills also features a library, office and media room with sound proof walls. This 3 Bedroom Golf Course Home features a Chef's kitchen with custom cabinetry, large a granite island showcased by suspended hanging light fixtures. The Master retreat has a sitting room with romantic fireplace, 3 closets and coffered ceilings, Butted glass windows to maximize the golf course & mountain views. The Resort style backyard has a large co... 02/05/2016

13859 N SUNSET Drive Fountain Hills, AZ 85268 Come and visit this home! SLIDESHOW VIEW A VIRTUAL TOUR SPECIAL FEATURES Price: $1,095,000 MLS Number: 5349828 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 5.5 Fountain Hills Sunridge Canyon Mountain Views Pool & Spa Guest Casita Large Master Suite 3 car garage with storage Putting green area Covered patio BBQ Grill Custom Home DESCRIPTION Custom built home in Sunridge Canyon. The grand entrance sets the stage for this spectacular home. From travertine flooring in the main living areas to wood floors in the bedrooms to custom details: A true master piece. Split bedroom floor plan w/ the master suite providing an oasis: large bath, fireplace & work out room. Large eat-in kitchen w/ granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, walk in pantry and wall of window... 02/02/2016

Give us likes on our FACEBOOK pages for West USA Realty Hi Active Rain family - please check out our pages for our offices from the Mountain to the Valley in Arizona.West USA Realty celebrating now 30 years in the real estate business. We manage offices from Fountain Hills to Payson into Heber Overgaard along with Snowflake Taylor to Pinetop Lakeside - from Navajo County to Gila county to Maricopa.  Click here for the West USA Snowflake office in ArizonaClick here for the West USA Fountain Hills office in ArizonaClick here for the West USA Pinetop Lakeside office in ArizonaClick here for the West USA Snowflake office in Arizona  02/02/2016

16636 E KINGSTREE Boulevard Fountain Hills, AZ 85268 Come and visit this home! SLIDESHOW VIEW A VIRTUAL TOUR SPECIAL FEATURES Price: $799,000 MLS Number: 5126504 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 6 Approx. Sq. Ft.: 4535 Fountain Hills Formal Dining Area Maricopa 5 Bedrooms Arizona 6 Bathrooms 85268 Custom Kitchen Fountain Views Large Walk In Closet DESCRIPTION An incredible opportunity to own this stunning custom home in Fountain Hills, from breath taking views of the World Famous Fountain to the mountain views with exquisite detail thru out. Open and flowing floor plan. The great room has so many options from formal dining area to cozy time by the fireplace to the entertainers area. Custom kitchen fit for the gourmet cook. The master suite is truly one of kind from the fountain views to the his ... 02/02/2016

 Events in Arizona from Maricopa County in Scottsdale, Phoenix, and fun in Fountain Hills. The Arabian Horse Show and the Magic bird festival just to name a few. Please share this page and hope you enjoy your stay in Arizona in February. We should have sunny weather and of course when ready to search for a home; CLICK HERE. 02/02/2016

Karen Jones, Senior Mortgage Loan Officer introduced Peggy Roberts.REALTOR Peggy Roberts, your Green Real Estate Agent located in Fountain Hills, AZ is happy to showcase this beautiful 2 Bedroom Fountain Hills Condo for Sale in Arizona is close to shopping, restaurants and the Fountain Hills Lake.  For your private showing, please contact Peggy Roberts at 480-371-5419.  13700 N FOUNTAIN HILLS Boulevard #114 Fountain Hills, AZ 85268 2 Bedroom Condo for Sale in Fountain Hills, AZ Price : $145,000 Bedrooms : 2 Bathrooms : 2.00 Square Foot : 1,108 County : Maricopa Property Type : Condo, Townhome Year Built : 1998 MLS Number : 5390077 click for more information and pictures Property Description Enjoy a relaxed Fountain Hills lifestyle in this super clean, beautifully maintained, single-leve... 02/01/2016

Fountain Hills Real Estate & Information Fountain Hills, Arizona is a master-planned community built in 1970.  Prior to that time, the nearly 13,000 acres of land that the town now sits on was part of the largest cattle ranch in the state of Arizona.  The land was purchased in the 1960’s by Robert McCulloch of McCulloch Properties and designed by Charles Wood, Jr., the designer of Disneyland in Anaheim, California.  The town neighbors Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, a federally recognized Native American reservation; the Salt River Pima – Maricopa Indian Community, and Scottsdale. Fountain Hills Real Estate For Sale Up to $250K $250K to $300K $300K to $350K $350K to $400K $400K to $550K Over $550K By 1980, Fountain Hills had a population of 10,190, according to U.S. Census figures.  Betwe... 01/24/2016