Phoenix Real Estate Professional
My Posts/Listings
Who will maintain my vacation property?
I have had so many clients ask me, “who will I have maintain my vacation property for 4 months while I am gone?” With so many vacant vacation properties here, I thought it would be an easy answer. There has to be a company out there that maintains vacation properties, right?? As I researched companies in the metro Phoenix area I found that most offer rental management services,... [Read more]
Suntech chooses Arizona for new Solar Project.
Here is some great news for the Arizona economy. Suntech A Chinese-owned solar panel maker is planning to build a 100,000-square-foot headquarters and manufacturing plant in the Phoenix area. This is huge for the economy and will initially bring 75 jobs to the local area and expand over the years to come. Suntech originally started with 15 states that were a consideration for this project, it came... [Read more]
Passing of the bill SB1403
A new bill has passed in Arizona, SB1403, Arizona Renewable Energy Tax Incentive Program and it could mean a lot to the economy. Passing of this bill has the potential to bring hundreds of jobs and of course using resources that are all natural. Going green is the topic everywhere, but in Arizona has taken it even further. This is going to be huge for Arizona and the future looks bright. SB1403... [Read more]
$8,000 Credit Extended and much more offered!
So we got the extension everyone so desperately needed to dive into home ownership. The $8,000 tax credit is now extended until the end of April 2010. Great news for those buyers who have contracts on homes that are short sales and haven’t heard anything. This will allow you to continue to work with the bank and hopefully close by April 2010 of next year. Lets all keep our fingers crossed... [Read more]
Some think Arizona is just desert.
If you are considering moving out to the Phoenix metro area. I wanted to post some pictures of the area. This should give you a better feel of what Phoenix has to offer. Here is a map of the local area, showing you where the different cities are located. Chandler is a southern city and to get up to Cave Creek it is about a 2 hour drive depending on traffic. Sun City is about 1 north from Phoenix. ... [Read more]
Realtors you should make sure your buyers are pre qualified.
Are you in the market to purchase a house? Do you want to go look at houses, but don’t want to prove that you are qualified to buy what you want? I have experienced a lot of buyers wanting me to show them houses, but are unwilling to speak to a lender or show me a bank letter stating they are pre qualified. Buyers should always be pre qualified before heading out to look at houses. If you... [Read more]
Dolce Vita, a retirement community worth moving into.
So you want a community that suites your lifestyle, but doesn’t restrict you in any way. You want to live in a community where other people are your age and have the same interests… A list of events fill their calendar at Dolce Vita, so you will never find yourself with nothing to do. Amenities include: 33,000 sq ft clubhouse, including a beautiful ballroom, book filled library,... [Read more]
List of items you will need to get your short sale closed quicker.
I know what you are going through, I feel your pain and I want you to know I am here to help you. Are your mortgage payments at least 3 months behind? Have you received that dreaded letter, Trustee Sale? As a Realtor, I have sold many short sale homes, more on the buyers side, but also on the sellers side. I know what you are going through and I can advice you what to do and help you list... [Read more]
WOW, no more FHA 90 day waiting period on flipped foreclosures.
Ah great news, I have had so many FHA buyers want a home that has been flipped, but can’t wait the 90 day seasoning period. If you are not familiar with this, here is out it works. An investor will purchase a foreclosure, rehab it, and put it on the market as soon as it has been flipped. There are stipulations to this and not all homes will qualify. But it does open the door a little... [Read more]
Labor Day
Labor Day, what is it and what does it mean to me? Celebrated on the first Monday in September, Labor Day honors the contributions workers have made to strengthen the prosperity and wellbeing of America. While today’s holiday is marked with leisurely activities including parades, picnics and pool-time, a look back at history reveals the struggles many... [Read more]
