American West Realty Blog

By Nathan Gesner - Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Tuesday Tenant Tip - Renting vs. Buying

Renting vs. Buying: Navigating Today's Real Estate MarketRent vs. BuyThe real estate market is ever-evolving, with shifts influenced by economic trends, interest rates, and societal changes. In today’s landscape, potential homeowners and renters alike are faced with a c...

By Nathan Gesner - Friday, May 24, 2024

Honoring the Heroes: Understanding and Observing Memorial Day

Honoring the Heroes: Understanding and Observing Memorial DayAs the unofficial start of summer, Memorial Day often conjures images of barbecues, beach trips, and the first long weekend after winter. However, the true essence of this holiday is far more profound and deeply rooted ...

By Nathan Gesner - Thursday, May 23, 2024

Thoughtful Thursday: How American West Realty and Management Welcomes New Tenants

Welcome Home: How Our Welcome Baskets Help the Move-In ExperienceAt American West Realty and Management, we understand that moving can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. That’s why we’ve made it our mission to go above and beyond to ensure every new tenant fe...

By Nathan Gesner - Monday, May 13, 2024

Why You Should Hire an Experienced Property Manager

Why You Should Hire an Experienced Property Manager As real estate sales slow, many agents are moving into property management to earn additional income. As a property investor, you may prefer sticking with your sales agent because you like them, or maybe because they don&...

By Nathan Gesner - Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Why Hire A Property Manager?

WHY HIRE A PROPERTY MANAGER? Many accidental landlords and investors want to manage their rental property. Why pay someone 10% of your income (or more) to collect rent? How hard can it be?Managing real estate investments involves much more than collecting rent. Here are some of ...

By Nathan Gesner - Monday, March 25, 2024

National Association of REALTORS Settles Major Lawsuit

NAR Settles Lawsuit Recent developments in the real estate industry have led to a significant settlement involving the National Association of Realtors (NAR). This brief overview aims to clarify some of the complexities of the case and address widespread misconceptions. A coalit...

By Nathan Gesner - Friday, March 1, 2024

Are Bidding Wars the New Normal for Home Buyers? Tips on Coping with Them, and Possibly Avoiding The...

If you’ve been planning on buying a home, there’s a good chance you were hoping that the good news about higher interest rates would be that there would at least be fewer bidding wars.But despite rates and the economy edging some buyers out of the market — and o...

By Nathan Gesner - Friday, February 23, 2024

Things Your Mortgage Broker Wish You Knew

The right mortgage broker can be a huge asset in your journey to homeownership. Mortgage brokers walk you through the often confusing process of financing your home purchase, and can help you get the best deal on your mortgage.But not every buyer knows the best way to work with t...

By Nathan Gesner - Friday, February 16, 2024

Want to Sell Your Home in 2024? Leave These Bad Habits Behind!

With a new year comes a new real estate market, and if you want to sell your home in 2024, there are definitely some outdated habits you’ll need to leave behind.So what, exactly, are those habits, and, more importantly, what should you do instead?A recent article from ...

By Nathan Gesner - Friday, February 9, 2024

Why Can You Pay $2,000 in Rent (Or Any Other Amount) but Not Be Approved for a Mortgage That Costs t...

Rents have increased quite a bit over the past few years for many renters, but even the most affordable rent can start to feel like money slipping through your fingers every month, with no long-term return. This often leads to renters considering buying a place of their own, so t...