Arizona

Arizona is a popular state for real estate investing, with strong growth in the Phoenix and Tucson metropolitan areas in particular. The state has a relatively high population growth rate, which can drive demand for housing. In recent years, there has been a trend of people moving from more expensive parts of the country, such as California, to Arizona, which has also contributed to the demand for housing. The state's warm climate and abundance of recreational activities also make it a desirable place to live, which can contribute to the appeal of real estate investments. However, it is important for investors to carefully consider the local market conditions and do their due diligence before making any real estate investments.

Sustainability Resources

The Real Estate industry is one of the most environmentally damaging industries in the world accounting for:
30%
of total carbon dioxide
40%
of all energy
40%
of all raw materials
Our goal is to give you the resources you need to take sustainable action in improving, building, retrofitting and revamping your home. The impacts are real, the benefits significant, and the need critical. Join us in bringing sustainability home and creating a brighter future for all, starting with you.

Save money and do the world a favor!
Here's a list of Sustainability Initiatives in the area:

Rainwater Harvesting 101

Overview of what rain harvesting is, where it is most effective, how it is most effective and more.

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The Sustainable SITES Initiative

This tool provides guidelines and a rating system used to assess the sustainability of landscapes and suggests improvements.

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Home Advisor-Energy Star

Energy Star customized home advising tool to increase a homes energy efficiency based on a combination of user's information and Energy Star's expertise.

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Arizona FAQs

Is Arizona a judicial or non-judicial state?

Non-Judicial

In a non-judicial foreclosure state, the lender does not need to go through the court system in order to foreclose on a property. This process can be quicker and less expensive for the lender compared to a judicial foreclosure.
In a non-judicial foreclosure state, the lender does not need to go through the court system in order to foreclose on a property. This process can be quicker and less expensive for the lender compared to a judicial foreclosure.

What is the process of closing on a property in Arizona?

Title companies and title agents both handle closings. Conveyance is by warranty deed. Whereas deeds of trust are the security instruments most often used, mortgages and “agreements for sale” are used approximately 20% of the time. Foreclosure depends upon the security instrument. For deeds of trust, the foreclosure process takes about 91 days. Arizonans use ALTA owner’s and lender’s policies, standard or extended, with standard endorsements. The seller customarily pays for the owner’s policy, and the buyer pays for the lender’s policy. They split escrow costs otherwise. There are no documentary, transfer, or mortgage taxes. The first property tax installment is due October 1st and delinquent November 1st; the second half is due March 1st and delinquent May 1st. Arizona is a community-property state.

Property Taxes in Arizona?

First installment due October 1st second due March 1st

In Arizona, does a property management company require a real estate broker's license?

YES. Key components of property management are considered a real estate activity under existing Arizona real estate licensing laws. A broker's license is required for any person or company who, for compensation, engages in the lease or rental of real estate in Arizona, who offers or lists real estate for rent or lease, who collects rent for the use of real estate or who negotiates the rental or leasing of Arizona real estate. A salesperson working under a broker may engage in such activities. Arizona is one of the few states having a section in its real estate statute specifically devoted to property management requirements. Arizona law requires that property management agreements contain specific provisions, that all property management accounts are designated as trust accounts, and that records be kept in a certain manner.

Are there any exceptions to the requirement that a property manager have a broker's license in Arizona?

Yes. For example: - Residential leasing agents or on-site managers of residential rental properties need not be licensed if they work at only one location during their regular work day and receive no special compensation (such as commissions or property management fees). - Property managers for one or for contiguous nonresidential income properties under common ownership, employed by the owner's licensed management agent; - People engaged in short-term rentals (31 or fewer days in a dwelling unit in a common interest development). For more information about these and other Arizona property management requirements and exceptions, please contact the Arizona Department of Real Estate. Before hiring a property manager to manage your Arizona rental property, you should always check that he or she is licensed appropriately. You can look up a licensee, real estate school or get a public report on the Arizona Department of Real Estate's Public Database.

Do you need a broker's license to manage community associations in Arizona?

A community association manager need not be licensed as a real estate broker to manage a community or condominium association in Arizona unless they sell or lease the properties on behalf of individual owners.

Arizona Real Estate Broker Requirements

Title companies and title agents both handle closings. Conveyance is by warranty deed. Whereas deeds of trust are the security instruments most often used, mortgages and “agreements for sale” are used approximately 20% of the time. Foreclosure depends upon the security instrument. For deeds of trust, the foreclosure process takes about 91 days. Arizonans use ALTA owner’s and lender’s policies, standard or extended, with standard endorsements. The seller customarily pays for the owner’s policy, and the buyer pays for the lender’s policy. They split escrow costs otherwise. There are no documentary, transfer, or mortgage taxes. The first property tax installment is due October 1st and delinquent November 1st; the second half is due March 1st and delinquent May 1st. Arizona is a community-property state.

Arizona Real Estate Salesperson Requirements

First installment due October 1st second due March 1st

How do property ownership transfers work in Arizona?

Warranty deed.

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