Purchasing real estate in the United States often can seem daunting.

Aside from the challenge of finding tjust the right property, whether as a vacation home or a potential vacation rental, there are differences in the real estate purchase process, challenges with exchanging Canadian dollars for American dollars at a favorable rate and navigation of the escrow process.

There also are potential pitfalls for those unaware of the rules regarding Canadian buyers and American real estate – what you can and can’t do in terms of property improvements, maintenance and cosmetic changes.

The good news is you’re not alone – we’re here to help.

On these pages you’ll learn the basics of how Canadian buyers can purchase Phoenix real estate. You’ll also find information regarding what an agent can and can’t do for you in helping you through the process.

And, of course, we’ve got links to the listings. After all, the homes are at the center of the process.