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Questions, answered

Short answers with their sources. Anything else, just ask Jyl.

How long has Jyl been a licensed real estate agent?

Jyl has been licensed since 2003, which is 23 years of licensure.

Source:Jyl's record on this site

Which areas does Jyl serve?

Jyl serves Sun City West, Sun City, Surprise, Maricopa, Gold Canyon, Buckeye, and Peoria, Arizona.

Source:Jyl's record on this site

Where can I look up a property's assessed value and tax bill in Maricopa County?

Use the Maricopa County Assessor's site to look up your parcel number and assessed value, then use the Maricopa County Treasurer's site to view and pay your tax bill; you can search by parcel/account number, name, or address.

Sources:Quick Links • Property Tax Bill InformationMaricopa County - Treasurer's Office - Property Tax Information

Where can I look up property taxes if the home is in Pinal County (such as parts of Maricopa, AZ)?

The Pinal County Assessor's Office values property for tax purposes and mails a Notice of Valuation each year; you can find valuation and parcel details through the Pinal County Assessor's office, and pay bills through the Pinal County Treasurer's Parcel Inquiry portal at treasurer.pinal.gov.

Sources:AssessorPinal County, AZ Assessor Property Search and Records

Is Sun City West or Sun City an age-restricted community?

Yes. In these communities, each residence must be occupied by at least one household member age 55 or older, and residents under age 19 generally cannot live there full-time, per the CC&Rs enforced by the Recreation Centers of Sun City West.

Sources:CC&RAge matters in senior communities like Sun Cities - Daily Independent

Do Sun City West homes have a master HOA?

Sun City West is not governed by a single master HOA; instead there are over 100 individual homeowners associations, each with its own CC&Rs, plus community-wide rules enforced by the Recreation Centers of Sun City West.

Sources:Sun City West CC&RsSun City West Homeowners Association

What does it typically cost to close on a home in Arizona?

Total closing costs in Arizona commonly run about 2% to 5% of the purchase price for buyers, and buyers and sellers typically split who pays what based on negotiation and local custom rather than a fixed formula.

Sources:How Much Are Closing Costs in Arizona 2024?Arizona Closing Costs (Buyers & Sellers)

Who usually pays closing costs in Arizona, the buyer or the seller?

Both parties typically pay a share: buyers commonly cover loan origination, appraisal, and lender's title insurance, while sellers commonly cover the real estate commission and often owner's title insurance, with the exact split negotiable in the purchase contract.

Sources:How Much Are Closing Costs in Arizona 2024?Typical Closing Costs in Arizona for Buyers and Sellers - JVM Lending

Are rental properties in Sun City West required to be registered?

Yes. Under Arizona statute A.R.S. 33-1902, all rental properties in Sun City West must be registered with the Maricopa County Assessor's Office, and a casita or room cannot be rented separately from the primary structure.

Source:Sun City West Homeowners Association

How do I check or appeal my property's assessed value?

The county assessor's office (Maricopa or Pinal, depending on the property's location) mails an annual Notice of Valuation, and property owners who disagree with the value can file a formal appeal by the county's published deadline, so check the specific date on the assessor's website for your property.

Sources:Maricopa, Pinal County, Arizona Property Taxes - OwnwellImportant Property Tax Dates

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