Arizona Real Estate Resources

• Steps to Buy a Home in Arizona  - a basic explanation of the real estate process in Arizona.
• Arizona Department of Real Estate Buyer Advisory - some of the more common issues that a buyer may decide to investigate or verify concerning a property purchase are summarized in this Advisory.  Available in English and Spanish.
• Sample Standard Forms from the Arizona Association of REALTORS® - samples of the many common forms used in Arizona real estate transactions, including the Residential Resale Purchase Contract.  Buyers and Sellers should review and become familiar with these prior to entering into an agreement.
• Environmental Superfund Site Information - locations and information regarding Phoenix area Superfund sites
• Arizona Geological Survey - Earth Fissure Center - information on earth fissures and locations
• Arizona Regional MLS Monthly Home Sales Reports - quarterly update on housing Economic and Market data and monthly home sales reports.
• Tempe Down Payment Assistance Programs - Overview and instructions for applying for downpayment assistance programs offered by the city of Tempe
• About HomeSmart - background information on my brokerage, HomeSmart 

General Information

• A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture, and Your Home - EPA brochure covering mold concerns
• U.S. Census Bureau Demographic Information - Your source for population, housing, economic, and geographic data
• HUD-1 Settlement Form - sample copy of the standard HUD-1 settlement form used to itemize closing costs.  You will receive a completed copy of this form at closing from the title company
• HUD-1 Form Instructions - line by line explanation of the HUD-1 form
• Realty Times - Real Estate news and advice
• ActiveRain - Participate in the webs most active real estate blogging community 

Crime Statistics

• Chandler
• Gilbert
• Mesa
• Scottsdale
• Tempe
• Phoenix
• AZ Central Crime Reports
• Sperling's Crime Rate Comparison
• Sex Offender Locations