Northeast Valley

NEW HOMES IN NORTHEAST VALLEY

 There’s a new community in the area…. New homes are being built right now in the prestigious northeast valley.  They actually border Scottsdale to the west so you get the best of both worlds….Scottsdale area and the beauty of the Sonoran Desert with a Cave Creek address, thus lower taxes. The nearly 800 homes will sit on just over 600 acres and most back up to natural areas.  The homes range in size from 2800-3800 sq ft and range In base price from $459-514K. Check out some of the features: 2-Panel Interior Doors 4” Baseboard Recessed Lighting Satin Nickel Hardware Block Wall Stone Accents Tile Roof GE Stainless Appliances More….  Upgrade Packages: Luxury Bath Luxury Flooring Gourmet Kitchen Security System Speaker Package More….  Hurry while the best lots are still available.  Call me to schedule your tour of this fabulous new community immediately.  Vicki Botkin vicki.botkin@exprealty.com 480-213-4880  

$500.00 Move-In! Exceptional Value..Exceptional Home!

Yes, only $500.00 to move into a brand New Home! And it’s not a dinger either. This 1605 sqft home is loaded with upgrades. Upgrades like granite counter-tops. Tile floors in the kitchen, baths and utility rooms. The blinds are already installed. And get this…the home comes All Appliances. A beautiful Side by Side Refer, Built-in Range, Dishwasher and Microwave. And get this..a Washer and dryer!! The home comes with blinds too. This 3bed/2bth single level home is ready and waiting for you.  How much? Just $139,990. Remember, you can move in for $500.00 Snowbirds, why rent a space year after year? You can own a brand new home. Buy now while they are priced so low. These prices and incentives will not last. First Time Buyers, close on this home before April 30th and you may qualify for the $8,000 tax credit. Put your tax return to work for you. Contact Michael Manning at 602-738-8236 for more info. My e-mail is michaelbmanning@cox.net or michael.manning@phoenixpowersearch.com  See a video of this home. http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/sredir?uname=judy.eldc&target=ALBUM&id=5431123299653348625&authkey=Gv1sRgCPHRxYTd6PPITQ&feat=email  

BARRETT-JACKSON KICK OFF!

The Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Event in Scottsdale has officially begun!  The Barrett-Jackson Event runs from January 18th – 24th, 2010 at Westworld Of Scottsdale.  Each day is filled with exciting activites, and not just limited to cars. Today, January 18th, the 39th Annual Scottsdale Car Auction is being held.  All Active, Reserve, and Veteran’s in Military Uniform and/or Military ID will have FREE ADMISSION at the gate to the event.  AND, children under 12 are FREE!  Today is also Ford Family Value Day benefiting Cox Charities.  Today, there are many family activities taking place including, Liberty Wildlife (see eagles, hawks & reptiles), Pokemon Gaming Tournament, Radio Disney Performance, Fashion Show & MORE!  Be sure to check out www.barrett-jackson.com for specific daily information, purchase tickets (week or daily), location, and more. Whether you are a visitor or are currently living here, if you are thinking of buying or selling a home in the Scottsdale/Phoenix area, give me a call.  I would love to talk you!  Jamie Sistek at 480-451-1400.  

Not a Short Sale..Not a Bank Owned, A Brand New Build For $500.00 Move-In!

No kidding. I know a builder who is competing with short sales and foreclosures and winning. You can get in for $500.00 with a PITI payment of only $903.87 per month, including HOA! A 1321 sqft single level home will cost $129,990. a 1767  sqft home only $137,900.  These  new homes are not dingers either. They are energy efficient, using Low E-Windows, 13 seer A/C units, Water-saving Plumbing Fixtures and Tile Roofs. 9′ ceilings, cultured marble vanity-tops, and raised panel interior doors are some of the upgrades included. Great kitchens include microwaves, deluxe dishwashers, spacious pantries and oak cabinets. You get a large pool-sized lot, a covered patio, a door into the garage from the side, front and rear hose bibs. All the options you might want are already included. I only mentioned some of them. Oh, did I mention that they come with a Side by Side Refer, Washer/Dryer and a 40″ LCD TV? So, $5,000.00 in incentives, An $8,000.  tax credit, Side by Side Refer, Washer/Dryer and a new Big Screen TV. Low move-in (less the rent) and low monthly payment, again less the rent. What are you waiting for? Homes ready to move into now. Michael Manning EXP Realty, LLC 602-738-8236  

Anthem, a Golf Community with Views Galore and More!

Anthem. An unincorporated city located just 35 miles from the the hustle and bustle of Phoenix. A beautiful and picturesque golf community with mountain and desert views everywhere you look. Located in the Sonoran Desert, this Del Webb community is one of Arizona’s best. With mountain views and incredible desert  sunsets this is the place you have in mind when you think of moving to Arizona. Especially this time of year! It’s 72 degrees right now! And it’s 4:30 our time. Oh my. With townhouses from $89,500 to Ultra Luxurious homes at $840K, there are homes priced for nearly everyone. Come on. Call me at 602-738-8236. Follow this link to learn more about what this awesome area has to offer you. http://www.clubcorp.com/club/scripts/section/section.asp?NS=PCH&MFCODE=AMGCC&SUBGRP=15 Michael Manning EXP Realty, LLC 602-738-8236 michael.manning@phoenixpowersearch.com  

Are you an FHA buyer but still “on the fence” about buying?

There have been many rumors flying around regarding the expected adjustments to the FHA loans provided. Do you want to use FHA financing due to the lower down payment requirements, experiencing some credit issues and or wanting to ask the seller to contribute up to 6% concession? If you are and are counting on utilizing FHA loan products for the purchase of your new home, but aren’t quite ready to get off the fence…You may want to re-think your current position. Per a recent article in the Chicago Tribune – FHA-insured mortgages have become the loan of choice — realistically, the only option available since the private mortgage industry’s problems arose — for consumers who are eager to purchase a home but don’t have a significant down payment or stellar credit history. Currently, borrowers have to make at least a 3.5 percent down payment and have a minimum FICO credit score of 500, but most participating lenders require borrowers to have a score of 620 or higher. Those lending requirements have meant a banner year for the FHA. It has insured almost 30 percent of home purchases — more than 75 percent of which are to first-time homebuyers —... 

**UPDATE**Not only extending the 8k tax credit, but opening it up for others too!!

Per the Associated Press .. November 5th, 2009 First-time homebuyers have been getting tax credits of up to $8,000 since January as part of the economic stimulus package enacted earlier this year. But with the program scheduled to expire at the end of November, the House voted 403-12 Thursday to extend and expand the tax credit to include many buyers who already own homes. The Senate approved the measure Wednesday, and the White House said President Barack Obama would sign it Friday. Buyers who have owned their current homes at least five years would be eligible for tax credits of up to $6,500. First-time homebuyers — or anyone who hasn’t owned a home in the last three years — would still get up to $8,000. To qualify, buyers in both groups have to sign a purchase agreement by April 30, 2010, and close by June 30.The credit would be phased out for individuals with annual incomes above $125,000 and for joint filers with incomes above $225,000. The newly purchased property must become the buyer’s primary residence. It can not be used for “vacation” homes. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions you may have. I am here to help. I can be reached... 

Call to Action! $8,000.00 Tax Credit Going Away!

The $8,000.00  Tax Credit is going to expire in just 60 days, on November 30, 2009. That means you, as a first time homebuyer will not be able to purchase a short sale. It will not close in time to take advantage of this fantastic program. And bank owned properties are getting very close to that time line as well.  Nearly 50% of the homes sold to first time buyers were sold because of this program. That has been a boon to our economy and a big help in reducing foreclosures and short sale inventory. When that inventory is reduced enough, builders will start building and people will start working again. This is not only important to the individual, but to our economy as well. It is very important for everyone, from potential first time buyers to Realtors, Lenders to New Home Builders to e-mail or call their Congressman. Tell them it is of the utmost importance that they work to extend this program. And the time is now! Let’s keep things going in the right direction. Please do it now. To make it simple, I have included Arizona Congress and Representatives web address’s and phone numbers. If you want me to write it for you just contact me with your info. I will be happy... 

The Highest Offer Doesn’t Always “Win”

When the market was at it’s peak, I witnessed agents writing offers on the hoods of their cars for a newly-listed home I showed to my clients. The agents and their cars were lined up like a Nascar race along the street.  It was one of the craziest experiences I have ever seen in my career! It appeared as if a gun had fired, and the Realtors were in a race to the “write an offer as fast as you can” finish line. My clients fell in love with this home and wanted to submit an offer. They were anxious that so many offers were being written right before their eyes on the driveway, but felt it was worth the competition to own this home. As the agents were scrambling for their pens and shuffling papers around, I was on the phone with the listing agent establishing rapport with her. I inquired and listened as she explained what was important to her seller’s in an offer. “A solid offer from a solid buyer” was what she told me. What did they really mean? Hmmm…This is where your Realtor needs to accurately read between the lines. We went ahead and offered full asking price (solid) because of the activity on the home, and I suggested a $10K earnest deposit... 

Arizona is Your Home for Baseball! Welcome Home!

What a Labor Day weekend it has been so far. My son just became a member of The Outlaws Baseball Club here locally and is playing in his first tournament at The Peoria Sports Complex. There are teams from all over the valley playing. If you love baseball then Arizona is the place for you. In addition to the Arizona Diamondbacks of the National League playing here during the regular season, we (the Phoenix Metro Area, Arizona) are host to Cactus League Spring Training for the Arizona Diamondbacks, Chicago Cubs, Chicago White Sox, Cincinnati Reds, Cleveland Indians, Colorado Rockies, Kansas City Royals, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, Los Angeles Dodgers, Milwaukee Brewers, Oakland Athletics, San Diego Padres, San Francisco Giants, Seattle Mariners, and the Texas Rangers. This weekend, local youth teams 18 years and younger have converged on Peoria Sports Complex to battle it out for top honors. The Peoria Sports Complex is the Spring Training home to the San Diego Padres and the Seattle Mariners. The kids are thrilled to be playing on the same fields that the big leaguers play on. Baseball Club Teams from as far away as Queen Creek, Chandler, and Ahwatukee made the trip across town... 

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