The past few years, from wildfires to floods, have brought a historic number of devastating climate and weather events to the United States. In 2023 alone, 28 weather-related disasters caused at least $1 billion in damages each, according to https://www.climate.gov/news-features/blogs/beyond-data/2023-historic-year-us-billion-dollar-weather-and-climate-disasters These events triggered a massive influx of home insurance claims, and analysts expect the increase […]

According to Arizona handyman laws, a handyperson without a license can work on minor repairs, carpentry, or basic home improvements without needing a building permit. This can include replacing light fixtures, putting up drywall, fixing windows, assembling furniture, and installing doors. In Arizona, a handyman cannot work on projects that cost more than $1,000, require […]

A recent survey found that over half (52%) of American homeowners plan a renovation project this year.  If you’re among them, you know that embarking on home improvements can be exciting and daunting.  According to the survey, the median renovation budget is around $15,000, so you’re probably investing a significant amount — and you’ll want […]

The past few years have brought a historic number of devastating climate and weather events to the United States from wildfires to floods. In 2023 alone, there were 28 individual weather-related disasters that caused at least $1 billion in damages each. These events triggered a huge influx of home insurance claims, and analysts expect the […]

August 1, 2024 Starting August 1, 2024 when buyers are working with a Realtor, you will need to sign a written representation agreement with your Realtor prior to touring a home. What is needed in the agreement? A specific disclosure of the compensation the Realtor will receive or how this amount will be determined. The […]

Congratulation!!! Out of 63,000 agents in Arizona, Michelle Quackenbush of Lucky Duck Realty received an award for the top 5% of listing agents in Arizona. Another vital stat is she had NO expired listings in 2023! If you are looking for a highly experienced agent to sell your home, contact Michelle Quackenbush with Lucky Duck […]

January 10,2023 Six valley schools are among the top 100 public high schools in America, according to the 2023 list of highest-ranked public schools from the education data platform Niche. The schools are all Basis charter schools on the list at Best Schools in Phoenix Niche’s Phoenix area list.  Leading the pack were Basis Schools in Scottsdale […]

The average price for Paradise Valley, Arizona, is $4,2000,000 with 244 active listings. The average price per square foot is $831.25 per foot. There are 35 homes pending, and the average days on the market is 65 days. If you are thinking of selling your property and would like an instant free valuation https://www.luckyduckluxury.com/evaluation

Median Price is $899,900, with 2802 active listings on the market. The average price per square foot is $457.68. The average price per square foot will vary from area to area. The average time on the market is 86 days. If you would like the value of your home instantly for free https://www.luckyduckluxury.com/evaluation

When you purchase a home or sell one through Lucky Duck Realty and Michelle Quackenbush, I will donate to the charity. The Arizona Pet Project is a nonprofit organization that supports families and saves pets. Their mission is to reduce the number of dogs and cats entering Arizona shelters by providing the resources needed to keep […]

The number one private school in the valley is Phoenix Country Day School in Paradise Valley, followed by Brophy College Preparatory in Phoenix and Rancho Solano Preparatory School in Scottsdale, Arizona these are the top 3 in the Phoenix metro area. We are including the number of kids enrolled, grades taught, teacher-student ratios, and ratings. […]

Here are some pumpkin patches around town for fun! Thinking of buying or selling a home contact the lucky duck, Michelle Quackenbush 602-999-2627 or LuckyDuckTeam@gmail.com. www.LuckyDuckLuxury.com

For October 6, 2022 This week the median list price for Scottsdale, AZ, for single-family homes in the 85251 zip code is $898,250, with the market action index hovering around 42. this is about the same as last month’s action index of 42. Inventory has held steady at around 54 homes on the market. The […]

For October 6, 2022 This week the median list price for single-family homes for Scottsdale, AZ, 85255, is $1,699,500, with the market action index hovering around 36. this is less than last month’s market action index of 37. Inventory has increased to 206 homes. The market has been cooling off a bit in recent weeks. […]

For October 6, 2022 This week the median list price for single-homes in Paradise Valley, AZ 85253, is $4,250,000, with the market action index hovering around 34. This is less than last month’s market action index of 36. Inventory has increased to 109 homes. The market has been cooling over time, and prices have recently […]

The Phoenix single-family luxury market is a Seller’s Market with a 27% Sales Ratio.Homes sold for a median of 100.00% of the list price in July 2022.The most active price band is $700,000-$749,999, where the sales ratio is 45%.The median luxury sales price for single-family homes is $793,750.The median days on the market for July […]

The Paradise Valley single-family luxury market is a Buyer’s Market with a 10% Sales Ratio.Homes sold for a median of 95.72% of the list price in July 2022.The most active price band is $3,000,000-$3,499,999, where the sales ratio is 100%.The median luxury sales price for single-family homes is $4,347,500.The median days on the market for […]

The Scottsdale single-family luxury market is a Seller’s Market with a 22% Sales Ratio.Homes sold for a median of 98.25% of the list price in July 2022. The most active price band is $1,500,000-$1,699,999, where the sales ratio is 34%.The median luxury sales price for single-family homes is $1,615,600. The median days on the market […]

My job is to find the right house; your job is to fall in LOVE! Are you ready to fall in love? I am here to help you, Michelle Quackenbush – Lucky Duck Realty 602-999-2627 or LuckyDuckTeam@gmail.com

July 2022 • The Phoenix single-family luxury market is a Seller’s Market with a 44% Sales Ratio.• Homes sold for a median of 100.00% of the list price in June 2022.• The most active price band is $800,000-$849,999, where the sales ratio is 73%.• The median luxury sales price for single-family homes is $800,000.• The […]