by Maureen Laupp | Dec 29, 2021 | Atlas AZ, Newsletter
There have been some incredibly dynamic changes in the last two years. The economy has had to overcome some massive hurdles with pandemic shutdowns and stay-at-home orders. We have seen unprecedented job losses and massive cuts to interest rates. However, for those in...
by Maureen Laupp | Nov 29, 2021 | Atlas AZ, Newsletter
At Atlas Real Estate, operating expenses have increased 3 percent across our portfolio since the beginning of the pandemic. What were some of our biggest expenses? In short, costs related to showings and marketing. Mandates by the Centers for Disease Control and...
by Maureen Laupp | Nov 1, 2021 | Atlas AZ, Newsletter
The argument is as old as time. Why would I invest in “risky” real estate when there are so many opportunities that are “safer”? We have all read articles on why real estate is a better way to invest your money and how it can yield better returns; however, is that...
by Maureen Laupp | Sep 30, 2021 | Atlas AZ, Newsletter
Written by Cory Rasmussen Is rent growth upon renewals a strategy or has it become a pain point? Is there a way to achieve rent growth and avoid turnover at the same time? Who is in the driver’s seat? It is a common misconception that to keep the perfect renter, an...
by Maureen Laupp | Aug 31, 2021 | Atlas AZ, Newsletter
by Michael Hills, Vice President of Brokerage at Atlas Real Estate Once your offer to buy a home enters into contract, a home inspection is the pivotal event for deciding whether to move forward with the contract, kill it all together, or renegotiate based on...
by Maureen Laupp | Jul 29, 2021 | Atlas AZ, Newsletter
According to a recent study by Northwest Mutual, 15 percent of millennials expect to retire early, particularly those who were gainfully employed during the pandemic when they spent less and saved more while working remotely. Although younger workers may be ‘a little...
by Maureen Laupp | Jun 30, 2021 | Atlas AZ, Newsletter
As an agent primarily focused on helping people build wealth through real estate investing, I am always educating my clients and myself on the state of the market and it’s impacts to the homebuying process. The high rates of appreciation in Phoenix are great for...
by Maureen Laupp | Jun 1, 2021 | Atlas AZ, Newsletter
About Changes to Arizona’s Rent-Related Assistance Programs by Nick Mertens Over recent months, there have been changes to Arizona’s rent-related assistance programs, affecting both landlords and tenants. Each program varies based on location. Arizona landlords can...
by Maureen Laupp | Apr 30, 2021 | Atlas AZ, Newsletter
Should I wait for a downturn to buy? Throughout Maricopa County the inventory shortage is prompting bidding wars and rising housing prices. The value of houses in Arizona has grown by 130% over the last 8 years. These rates continued to increase during the first year...
by Maureen Laupp | Mar 30, 2021 | Atlas AZ, Newsletter
Working in property management at Atlas Real Estate, I am frequently asked to weigh-in on investment property renovations as a means to increase rents. My colleagues and I like being able to offer experience-based insights on this important topic, so I’ll share a few...