gilbert real estate: In-Depth, but not boring!, Market Stats for Gilbert AZ - 07/08/08 11:59 AM
If you are thinking about buying or selling real estate in Gilbert Arizona, you need to be well armed with good information. Here are some interesting statistics for us.
At the current absorption rates Gilbert Arizona has:
Price Range Currently Active Months of Inventory (historically, a balanced market is 3-4 months)
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gilbert real estate: Family Activities in Family Friendly Gilbert, AZ - 02/07/08 11:03 AM
When past clients have decided to relocate to Gilbert, AZ, many of them stated that the abundance of family activities made their choice easy. However it's not easy to find a list of all the fun things in the area in one place. Here's a good first attempt:
Something specific first clued … (5 comments)
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gilbert real estate: What's the difference between Chandler, AZ and Gilbert, AZ? - 01/16/08 10:38 AM
This question is very common for people thinking of moving to the Phoenix-area, or even just from the West Side to the East Side. When people research good schools (which are VERY important for resale value and investment regardless of your child status), three areas generally come up. The Scottsdale/Paradise Valley … (0 comments)
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gilbert real estate: Selling your Gilbert, AZ home? The best home improvements... - 01/08/08 02:49 PM
With the holiday season finally over and Spring fast approaching, the most common question I get these days is, "What kind of improvements should I make on my home?" My first response is always, if you have to go into debt to do it, it's probably not worth it. But if … (2 comments)
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gilbert real estate: I cried with a client last night.. - 07/13/07 09:42 AM
Oh, last night was a hard time to be a real estate agent. Tears of joy are wonderful, I can even handle tears of sadness or grief as they remind me I am alive. Tears of regret just kill me.
A friend of a client asked me to come over and talk … (20 comments)
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gilbert real estate: One of the Best Phoenix Area Neighborhoods: Agritopia - 04/25/07 05:36 PM
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gilbert real estate: 935 S. Colonial Dr., Gilbert, AZ 85296 - 04/09/07 04:50 PM
Home for Sale in Gilbert, AZTuscan on the outside, French Countryside on the inside. The BEST STARTER HOME in Gilbert. Let's start with the upgrades:
diagonal tile downstairstasteful two-tone paintwainscoting in the dining area (never seen in Arizona!)Granite countersMaple cabinetssilent garage door opener for the AMAZING nursery upstairs. Don't forget sunscreens … (0 comments)
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gilbert real estate: When Your Client Cries, Find the Knight - 03/27/07 07:31 AM
I have to write about this because it's almost unbelievable. First time home buyer clients decided on a spec home built by Fulton Homes. You and I both know what it's like to work with tract home builders and their sales agents. However, this sales agent, Debi Winsberg was actually helpful, … (30 comments)
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gilbert real estate: Ultimate Guide for Commuting From Downtown to the East Valley - 03/21/07 11:08 AM
In the last month I have received three emails from buyers that went something like this:
I am going to be working in Downtown Phoenix. We know we want to live in the East Valley but are wondering how much of a commute it will be to live in a decent sized … (3 comments)
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gilbert real estate: A Guide to some Great Gilbert Neighborhoods - 03/01/07 01:46 AM
Here is a little sprinkling of some great Gilbert, AZ neighborhoods. Check back often, as I will keep adding here. Starting on the North side and working down:
Val Vista Lakes - I have written about Val Vista Lakes before, it definitely deserves mention as a great Gilbert neighborhood. It combines a … (2 comments)
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gilbert real estate: Rainy Day Financing! How does no payments for a year sound? - 03/01/07 12:30 AM
Okay this is crazy but true. A builder in town, a very well known builder, has partnered with a non-profit organization by the name of "Rainy Day". Their point is to encourage responsible home ownership. So if you qualify, low to average income, and want to build a house in the … (5 comments)
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gilbert real estate: Amazing Deal in Gilbert, AZ: Someone's Gotta Take It! - 02/20/07 09:45 AM
My clients can't because they're in an ironclad lease for a few more months. But someone will love this home and it's a great price.
Brand new: 1756 square feet, 3 bedrooms plus loft, 2.5 baths. North/South facing, 2 AC units for energy control, 2 car garage, awesome driveway that kids will … (0 comments)
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gilbert real estate: February Client Letter: A Good Market - 02/19/07 04:00 PM
Greetings! Hope you are happy and healthy. Included in this month's letter, is the infamous "Realtor Calendar". After I didn't reorder them in December, many of you asked when I was sending them out. I took that as a good sign and got them reordered. I hope you enjoy it. I … (0 comments)
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gilbert real estate: Episode 2: Did We Find It Already?! - 02/19/07 10:52 AM
As previously mentioned in Episode 1, John and Jane were ready to go on their first day of house hunting. With two small children and Grandma in town, we were only allotted 2 hours for our venture. That meant we decided to forgo fixer uppers in North Mesa where John works, … (0 comments)
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gilbert real estate: Does a Funky House Color Bring Down the Funk? - 02/13/07 11:04 PM
An interesting article in today's Arizona Republic talks about a sold home in upscale Ahwatukee that is across the street from a house that is "unusually painted'. The neighbor house sold for nearly asking price, a rare thing in today's buyer's market.
People outside of the Valley may wonder why that is … (0 comments)
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gilbert real estate: Top Family Activities for February, East Valley, AZ - 02/13/07 10:38 PM
If you are thinking of settling down the in East Valley, you might want to get an idea of the community and what it offers. Here is a great list of things to do with your family during the month of February that will both show you the sights and enlighten your soul. … (0 comments)
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gilbert real estate: Roof Rats and Other Questions to Ask Your AZ Real Estate Agent - 02/12/07 10:39 PM
While looking for a wonderful real estate agent to represent you and your family, there are a few things that will separate a really good AZ agent from the rest.
Do you know where and when the freeway system is building? The Phoenix area freeway system is key to a good … (2 comments)
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gilbert real estate: Will the real Market Value please stand up? - 02/12/07 10:16 PM
With lots of talk of Trulia, Zillow, etc. many home owners and would-be home owners have questions about finding out how much a home is worth. Let's break it down in plain English here.
A home is worth however much someone is willing to pay for it. An appraisal is what a lender … (0 comments)
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gilbert real estate: Gilbert Recreation Classes Ready to Go - 02/07/07 11:48 PM
The City of Gilbert Parks and Recreation Department organizes an incredible amount of classes every year. Ranging from Toddler Sign Language to Mother & Daughter Belly Dancing to Tae Kwon Do, there is something for everyone. Luckily, all at very reasonable costs. The only snag is that everyone in Gilbert, and their … (0 comments)
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gilbert real estate: Gilbert Library: Family Festival Month - 02/07/07 04:57 PM
The Gilbert library is celebrating Family Festival Month in February. There will be puppet shows, concerts, and even an Apache family dance performance.
This library is one of my favorites because of the many story times they have for lots of different age groups. They also have lots of computers for kids to … (0 comments)
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gilbert real estate: Top 5 Things to do in Gilbert in the Spring - 02/07/07 04:14 PM
While the rest of the country is recovering from the Deep Freeze, Gilbert AZ is already thawed and ready to play. Spring is probably my favorite season here in Gilbert, mostly because there is so much to do!
Top 5 Activities
Bike rides. Whether your family is big or small, you can't … (0 comments)
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gilbert real estate: Valley new home market shows signs of stabilzing - 02/01/07 11:28 PM
Following a year of slumping sales, the Valley's new home market is expected to stabilize in 2007 as builders continue to get rid of excess inventory. "2006 activity will cause the industry to pause and recognize that housing in this market area has to be affordable," said RL Brown, publisher of … (1 comments)
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gilbert real estate: A great idea for child friendly Phoenix neighborhoods - 01/26/07 08:56 AM
I am lucky enough to live in one of the great child friendly Phoenix neighborhoods. One of my neighbors is a veteran mom and with one idea, essentially guaranteed that most of us young moms will not be moving from the area for some time. She's made my life easier and … (0 comments)
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gilbert real estate: Update on Commuter Rail Lines - 01/25/07 05:25 PM
From the Arizona Republic:
Governor pursues plan for commuter rail lines â€"
ADOT is days away from asking bidders to plan a passenger rail line connecting Phoenix and Tucson by Centennial Day, Feb 14, 2012. The arrival of commuter rail in Arizona is not a guarantee because some state law makers oppose … (0 comments)
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gilbert real estate: A neighborhood with everything: Arden Park, Chandler, AZ - 12/16/06 01:22 AM
Arden Park, Chandler, AZ
A house bought on a whim becomes a treasured home and community.
Heather Vanacour and her family bought their Chandler home on a whim. Her husband, a recent graduate from law school and scheduled to take the bar exam, didn't have a job. One weekend, "just for fun," … (0 comments)
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gilbert real estate: A wonderful neighborhood: Higley Groves at Morrison Ranch - 12/16/06 01:19 AM
Higley Groves at Morrison Ranch
From Urban Stress to Suburban Relaxation
When Eric and Terri Hirning decided to move their young family to Arizona from San Diego, they were overwhelmed at the decision before them. Terri had put her career as director of marketing for a national wholesaler on hold once … (0 comments)
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gilbert real estate: First Time Home Buyer grant money! - 12/13/06 11:43 PM
Here's the deal in a nutshell: If you are a first time home buyer, or haven't owned a home for three years and you make less than $60k, and you want to buy a home in Maricopa County (Phoenix), you can't pass this up.
You will get 3% for a down payment … (3 comments)
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gilbert real estate: Time to Buy? Time to Wait? - 12/13/06 11:35 PM
While this is a pretty constant question when acquaintences find out I'm in real estate, recently it has become more intense. People are noticing that houses are staying on the market a "long" time and prices are coming down to what we now consider more "reasonable". But there is a serious … (1 comments)
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gilbert real estate: Gilbert AZ: Is it really all that? - 12/13/06 11:34 PM
Recently, I've been hearing from prospective buyers and one of the more popular questions is "What's the deal with Gilbert? Is it really that great?" which translates to "Is it really worth the extra cash to buy a house in Gilbert?" To which I have to respond "Quite Frankly, Yes." If … (2 comments)
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