Sandra Wilken

Scottsdale Arizona Nightlife

The night life in Scottsdale ranks right up there with what you would expect to find in some of the most metropolitan and diverse cities in the nation today. With such a great range of styles and diversity, you will find options to suit every preference,... Read >

Arts and Culture In Scottsdale

This introduction to a series of articles to follow, will give our readers greater insight into the cultural and artistic richness residing in Scottsdale and its surrounding regions. Purchasing a luxury home in Scottsdale can open many doors - not just t... Read >

Cactus League Spring Training Has Begun & So Has The Fun

With the onset of spring, Arizona is home to another exhilarating season of the Cactus League Spring Training. Come join us in the celebration of the annual major-league baseball games and interactive spring training activities. While the mood appea... Read >

How Not To Turn Off Potential Luxury Home Arizona Buyers

Lately we talked about optimizing the staging your luxury home Arizona for sale through the effective use of the five senses. The flip side of this coin is knowing what to avoid when showing that same luxury home. There are some common errors Sellers ma... Read >

Sensory Staging Sells Arizona Luxury Home

Because humans are sensory by nature, our decisions are greatly influenced by what our five senses perceive. Today's luxury real estate market being what it is, we need to actively tap into the natural power delivered through our senses. So just how do ... Read >

How To Know You're Ready For Your First Luxury Home?

Even though most people reach a point where they no longer want to pay someone else's home mortgage, but would prefer to have a mortgage of their own, many don't complete the process. One reason is that they misjudge their readiness to buy a luxury proper... Read >

Trading Up to A Larger Home?

There’s never been a better time to make a big move. Size, neighborhood and luxury are all factors to consider when upgrading your home. We will not find a better time than now to make a big move. Size, neighborhood and luxury are all factors to consid... Read >

The Short List For Home Buyers

Regardless of how much fun you may have looking at homes, the process of actually buying a home can be fraught with anxiety and stress, however, there are some simple steps you can take to minimize that possibility. You will definitely sleep better at nig... Read >

Upgrade Your Life After The Kids Leave

Of course it can be difficult to leave behind the home your kids grew up in, but moving up can have many benefits. Entertainment, a fresh start and convenience are at the top of the list. Yet again, the baby boomers are leading the way and setting lif... Read >

This Resolution You'll Keep

As the year ends we have customarily looked back to determine the lifestyle changes we wish to make moving into the new year. Since we tend to trust hindsight more than any other visionary aspect, it is interesting to note that #1 on the list of the top ... Read >

How to Buy a Home Again After Foreclosure

The Arizona foreclosure market is booming right now, and a lot of people are finding themselves put out of their homes after falling behind on their mortgages. If your home was one of the Arizona foreclosure properties that have popped up over the last se... Read >

Your First Look At A Potential Home

Upon initial inspection of luxury properties in Scottsdale, you will get a good overview of what the home has to offer. It is hard to notice all of the little things that make buying a home so difficult when you see a place for the first time. This is nat... Read >

New or Used: Which Type of Home is Best for You?

Choosing between buying a new Scottsdale home or a previously owned one can be an agonizing decision to make. It’s important to consider all of your options before signing on the dotted line. Sure, there are some serious advantages to owning a new Scottsd... Read >

Facing Foreclosure? Make Sure You Have a CDPE Real Estate Agent!

Currently it is estimated that fourteen per cent of homeowners is currently facing foreclosure (or at least one payment past due). In addition to that, unemployment and poor economic conditions have contributed to short sales tripling since 2008. If you... Read >

Arizona Housing Market Opportunities Abound

The economy being what it is these days, many people are putting off purchasing a new home. Although that may be a good thought initially, as soon as you delve into market research, you’ll discover that there’s no better time like the present to pick up a... Read >