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flagstaff arizona: Sometimes Magic Happens, Even During Tough Times. - 04/05/09 11:12 AM
My first-time Home Buyer is the type who, within weeks of searching for her home, knew more about the market than I did. Each night after her two boys were in bed, she sat at her computer researching EVERYTHING about Flagstaff, Arizona properties. She made lists of townhomes, single family homes and manufactureds. She had plus and minus columns. She met with her lender and found out about every first time homebuyer program. When that lender didn't give her excellent service, she switched to one who did.
So, I love her.
We have spent months together trying to find the … (3 comments)
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flagstaff arizona: How to Shine Bright in a stressful world without the stress of Competition. - 02/05/09 09:07 AM
The debates about marketing strategies on Active Rain are intriguing. One person's surefire marketing, contact and followup formulas are the "Oh I would NEVERs" for others.
Absorbing the variety of our heartfelt opinions, and experiences, is a daily remindeer of a core belief. This core belief has allowed me to start my real estate business at a difficult time, and honestly, do better than I dreamed.
Core Belief.
We are not competing for listings or buyers. I am not in direct competition with any of you for business.
OK, I can see you now. The eyerolls, the "yeah rights", the chuckling of what on earth is she … (9 comments)
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flagstaff arizona: Flagstaff Arizona January Market Stats are in! - 02/02/09 07:32 AM
In January of 2009, 38 Single Family Homes, Condos and Townhomes were sold in Flagstaff and surrounding areas. (Data source is the Northern Arizona MLS and does not include For Sale By Owners).
The average price of our sales was $335,000 while the average price per SF was $174.00.
In the final quarter of 2008, the average price per sf of condos and townhomes only was $175.77, while the average price per SF of single family homes was $183.63. If we combine the two, the average price per SF of homes, condos and townhomes in the fourth quarter of 2008 was $179.7. … (1 comments)
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flagstaff arizona: A pregnant Golden Retriever makes a drive from Flagstaff special. - 01/31/09 04:04 PM
One of my New Year's Resolutions, or simply desires for this year, was to get involved in activities I enjoy. Building the first year of my business occupied all of my time (with breaks for tennis, of course). I needed to get connected, active, involved in something that fed my passion for life.
Paw Placement of Northern Arizona is a group of committed Flagstaff women (and their husbands!) who foster dogs that would otherwise be euthanized, and find them great homes. I'm not sure how I got involved, but there I was on the email list, getting notified of meetings … (7 comments)
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flagstaff arizona: And so the Webversation Begins - Becoming an Online Realtor in the "wrong" market. Part I. - 01/23/09 08:18 PM
Confession Time.
As a relatively new real estate agent, I don't know how to develop a client base through face-to-face contact.
I mean, of course I know how to talk with real people from previous life experiences. But as a Realtor, most of my client conversations originate and develop right here, sitting in bed or at my desk, special brew of Eileen's tea by my side, typing on the computer.
History.
Realtor was on my “NEVER” list. The idea of scratching and clawing for clients was as appealing as spending the rest of my life in the dentist’s chair. … (5 comments)
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flagstaff arizona: Do you experience this? From Sticker Shock to Loving us! in Flagstaff, Arizona. - 01/20/09 03:42 PM
Saturday was a normal day for me in the life of a Realtor in Flagstaff, Arizona.
I met my new client at 9:00 AM at Little America, one of our Landmark Hotels in Flagstaff. She lives in Alabama and, faced with layoffs and life changes precipitated by the current economy, is interviewing for a job in Flagstaff.
Like many of my clients, she did her homework and research through my website, TheFlagstaffWebsite.com. She and I had emailed for weeks. She presented me a list of about 15 homes she wanted to see, ranked in order of preference.
She was organized, smart and very … (3 comments)
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flagstaff arizona: Introducing the Flagstaff Daily Market Report! - 01/18/09 12:25 PM
For those of you who would like to see how our market for Single Family Home Sales is unfolding on a daily basis, please bookmark the Flagstaff Daily Market Report. Every day I will update it with new stats. If I miss a day, I promise I will back date.
The data is taken from the Northern Arizona MLS and is only as reliable as the data input into the service. The regions chosen include Flagstaff and Surrounding Areas. This report follows single family home sales, and includes condos and townhomes.
If you would like to see all Flagstaff Homes for … (0 comments)
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flagstaff arizona: Flagstaff and Sedona - A Day in Arizona Heaven - 01/14/09 09:29 AM
One reason Flagstaff is so loveable to me is that we are so close to Sedona. When I've enjoyed the blue skies, sun and white snowy scenery of Flagstaff, but am ready to warm my bones, it's jump in the car and go!
The drive to Sedona is part of the pleasure. Oak Creek Canyon is a world destination. Starting out at 7000 feet in the pines, you enter a twisty turny journey through magical peaks, valleys, streams, and stunning, multicolored rock formations.
You can stop and fill your bottles with the BEST water in the world. It flows endlessly from spouts built into … (5 comments)
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flagstaff arizona: Flagstaff Arizona Market Report - Single Family Homes, Jan 5 - 11 2009 - 01/12/09 08:04 AM
Yes, it's already mid January.
Happy January to all of you interested in following weekly Flagstaff Arizona Single Family Home Market Stats! While I realize this is neither humorous nor engaging, market-watching is a favorite pastime for those of us with a vested interest.
I hope these reports inspire head nodding (not shaking), eyebrow raising, smiles and eventually, glorious YAHOOOS!
I closed a sale last week. (YAHOO). I was happy to begin my new year with the news that my clients, who struggled along for three months, had loaded up the furniture and were on their way. I was happier still … (4 comments)
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flagstaff arizona: Forest Highlands 2008 Market Report for Single Family Homes - 01/10/09 10:42 AM
This report provides information for every home that sold in Forest Highlands in 2008, as well as the overall averages that resulted from those sales. The data was taken from the Northern Arizona Multiple Listing Service with all appropriate disclaimers.
This Forest Highlands Market Report is a snapshot of the overall community. Nothing beats a personal report that reflects your homes' size, location, age, amenities, views and lot size. I am happy to create a personal report! Just ask!
The Forest Highlands 2008 Market Report for Single Family Homes.
For all Flagstaff Golf Properties, Please see the Flagstaff Golf Property Website.
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flagstaff arizona: OK People. What if WE were the Buyers who are driving us crazy? - 01/08/09 09:14 AM
I agree. There is a bargain mentality raging through our nation that has not only infiltrated the Real Estate Market, it seems to define it.
Fed by constant news and images of foreclosures and distressed properties, plus a never-ending stream of statistics showing Seller Desperation, any potential Buyer who comes to the table feels it's time to get THE BARGAIN.
THE BARGAIN is no longer measured by carefully laid out statistics on pretty paper of neighborhood sales, price per square foot, list price vs. sell price, or any useful data, for that matter.
THE BARGAIN is simply this. Oh, they are asking 300K. I'll offer … (4 comments)
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flagstaff arizona: Flagstaff Arizona Single Family Home Market Report. The Results are In! - 01/04/09 06:59 PM
Synopsis of the Flagstaff Market Report, 2007 & 2008
Based on Statistics from the Northern Arizona MLS, the average Sale Price of Flagstaff Single Family Homes dropped 8.5% from 2007 to 2008.
Quarterly Synopsis of Sell Price/SF
Avg. Sell Price/SF dropped in the First Quarter of 07 to 08 by 4.6%
Avg. Sell Price/SF dropped in the Second Quarter of 07 to 08 by 6.9%
Avg. Sell Price/SF dropped in the Third Quarter of 07 to 08 by 8.8%
Avg. Sell Price/SF dropped in the Fourth Quarter of 07 to 08 by 13.8%
Average Sell Price/SF for calendar year 2007 was $216.17
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flagstaff arizona: Bringing in the New is a GOOD THING! - 01/02/09 01:06 PM
Doing the Snoopy Dance- An Update.
If any of you read my story about "Saying Goodbye to 2008...", as of this morning, the escrow is still on and we are going to do our best to close this puppy to bring in the New Year.
I have started my new year with a spinning class that forced me to sweat out all of the old toxicity of 2008. I am out of breath, clear and cured! :) :) Hope all of you are, too!!!
I hope we all have a great 2009!
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flagstaff arizona: Speaking of Twos, Two Single Family Homes Closed Last Week. - 12/29/08 09:11 AM
In Flagstaff, Two Single Family Homes Sold, and One condominium sold.
The following information was taken from the Northern Arizona Multiple Listing Service and is only as reliable as our service!
Average Price: $315,000
High Price: $370,000
Low Price: $260,000
Median Price: $215,000
Avg Price per Square Foot: $186.27
Average List to Sell Price 96.94%
Average Days on Market: 84
In addition, one Condominium Sold. 1270 SF, 3 BR, 2BA for $215,000
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flagstaff arizona: Flagstaff Arizona is going to the "Twos" - 12/28/08 08:38 AM
(If you read this yesterday, sorry about the re-post. Deleted it by accident)
Recent articles in the Arizona Daily Sun by Joe Ferguson report that
Flagstaff is going to the Twos.
One of our more popular eatery/drinkeries, The Beaver Street Brewery, is planning on building a second Brewery, not that far away from the first. As of this writing, the plans to build the second brewery have not yet been approved by our City Council.
For the Full Story
In another story reported by Joe Ferguson, a modified version of Walmart's traditional SUPER Supercenter has been approved for East Flagstaff. … (2 comments)
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flagstaff arizona: Confessions of a Sugar Addict. Off Topic, Humor! - 12/25/08 11:51 AM
The Sugar Hangover. A Story.
The Sugar Hangover.
First, I have to tell you that I have a housemate. We share a beautiful home backing the forest and our dogs are best friends. He has a girlfriend. They belong to the category of strange people who don't watch their weight, eat whatever they want, and therefore do unfathomable things. They bake trays of brownies and top them with chocolate icing. They buy sweets and leave them in the house.
My housemate learned the rules pretty quickly . If it's chocolate and he leaves it in the pantry, at some … (6 comments)
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flagstaff arizona: Wishing Everyone a Wonderful Holiday Season from Snowy Flagstaff - 12/24/08 04:25 PM
Every moment gives us a chance to recognize something beautiful about our world. I love to carry a simple digital camera and snap snap away. When the light is right, in a quiet second or sometimes even from a moving car, a scene appears that must be captured, as best as possible, with that single click.
My hope for all of us, myself very much included, is that as we wade through trying times, hunker down, re-think our priorities and our goals, we are always available to recognize something beautiful, positive, magical, inspiring, hopeful, or funny, about life.
Happy Holidays!
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flagstaff arizona: What to do if you are an athlete in Flagstaff? - 12/22/08 01:31 PM
A new blog: www.FlagstaffAthletics.com
The trails, trees, and rolling hills of Flagstaff make this a world-renowned destination for active people. Hikers, mountain bikers, Golfers, Runners, Horse People, Skiiers, and anyone who loves to move through the beautiful outdoors finds a niche in Flagstaff and our surrounding areas.
First, a personal tangent: When I'm not a Realtor in Flagstaff, I am participating in all kinds of athletic activities. My daily love is long walks with the dogs, either on the back nine of Forest Highlands Golf Course, or in the forests behind University Heights. I also play as much tennis as possible, … (0 comments)
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flagstaff arizona: Flagstaff's Beautiful Snow is Here! - 12/20/08 10:12 AM
While Flagstaff is known as a second home community for heat-exhausted residents of the Valley, Vegas, and parts of California, our snowy season is among the most beautiful of times. Dramatic skies, white, glistening snow and green trees create stunning visuals.
When the snow falls, people from all over Arizona arrive with skis, sleds, snowboards and innertubes in tow. The smallest hills become covered with gleefully giggling children. The Flagstaff Nordic Center and the Arizona Snowbowl are teeming with skiiers and snowboarders. Those of us who are content to walk can enjoy the pristine white snowscapes and clear blue skies.
Here are two … (0 comments)
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Eileen Schreiber, ABR, Flagstaff, AZ
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