Real Estate's Book of Secrets - 12/28/07 08:06 PM
Is Real Estate a National Treasure or a National Disaster?
Success leaves clues, and real estate is no different.  What are the points on the secret map of real esate?  Can we follow the trail to find our way to the City of Sold? 
1.  Follow the path left by successful realtors in past down cycles.  Do the prospecting, the number-crunching, the study of your local market.  Granted, it's hard work; easy money is out.
2.  Be alert and ready to alter course when the situation arises. New marketing sources are available, new service techniques, and fresh real estate concepts present choices like a … (6 comments)

Three ways to have a Shining New Year - 12/27/07 08:57 PM
An open invitation to new experiences...
Like a child on his first visit to the seashore, with eyes, hands and soul open to drink in the new experience, we can move toward the coming year with excitement and hope: ready to explore, eager to shape the pliable sand as we please.  We are on the edge of that epoch called a New Year.  Confident expectation of being able to do positive good in this year yields the energy we need to face its challenges.  What are the positive plans that can energize this New Year?  Three shining values stand above the others.
1)  … (6 comments)

Finding a Great Realtor - 12/24/07 03:07 PM
Finding a Great Realtor
 When you're ready to buy or sell your home, you're looking for a real estate professional.  Someone who will listen to your desires and do the research to find a home targeted to your needs, at your requested price point.  A person who will keep your business confidential.  A professional who will negotiate on your behalf, using appropriate strategies that result in the best possible outcome.  You want someone who will keep you abreast of developments as your transaction goes forward. 
Buying or selling property can have many unexpected pitfalls, but your professional realtor has the tools and … (2 comments)

Glendale's Beauty Shines through - 12/23/07 09:33 PM
Glendale Glitters continues with every weekend sparkling with entertainment.  Murphy Park and the surrounding blocks are hung with over a million Christmas lights, making the area a fairyland of glistening trees. Come enjoy the horse-drawn carriage rides, charming shops with unusual and beautiful wares, and a variety of restaurants.  Every weekend brings live entertainment. 
 For real estate in beautiful Glendale, contact Marsha at Keller Williams, www.HomeKey.org.
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Historic Craftsman Bungalows in Glendale - 12/09/07 10:02 PM
Glendale adds homes to the National Register of Historic Places
Downtown Glendale has a 12-block core of beautiful craftsman bungalow homes built from 1915 to 1940.  The area was declared a Historic District by the city, and recently the National Register of Historic Places has added several additional blocks, making a total of 134 historic properties recognized nationally.  The area, known as Catlin Court, consists of the home sites of the founders and early business leaders of Glendale.  This area hosts the "Glendale Glitters" event every winter, with a million Christmas lights, entertainment in the outdoor amphitheater, carriage rides, and charming restaurants … (2 comments)

Are we headed for a Train Wreck? - 12/04/07 05:43 PM
Is Housing headed for a Train Wreck?
Whether you are a pessimist or an optimist, you have to admit change is underway.  Do we get on the train or jump out of its path? Lasso the monster to slow its forward momentum, or let it run its course?  When the smoke clears, be one of the survivors who enjoyed the exciting ride.
 
Marsha Cleaveland, Keller Williams Realty. Search for a home online at www.HomeKey.org. … (5 comments)

Government in Glendale -- You can be in the know - 12/04/07 01:53 PM
2008 Neighborhood Legislative Link in Glendale, Arizona
Learn how city and state government works in this series of six free classes at the Glendale Adult Center, 5790 W. Brown Street in Glendale.  Exercise your right and ability as a citizen in our progressive city.
Session 1:  Legislative Kickoff -- Dec. 6, 2007, 6-8 p.m.
Session 2:  Arizona Legislature on the Web -- Jan 10, 2008, 6-8 p.m.
Session 3:  Neighborhood Day at the Capitol -- Jan 17,2008, 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Session 4:  Hot Legislative Issues -- Jan 24, 2008, 6-8 p.m.
Session 5:  Mid Session Recap -- March 6, 2008, 6-8 p.m.
Session 6:  End of Session Report … (2 comments)

Free Musical Concerts at Glendale Public Library - 12/04/07 01:04 PM
The 2007-2008 concert season is underway at Glendale Public Library.  Enjoy live performances on Thursday evenings at 7:00 at 5959 W. Brown Street.
In December, celebrate the season with handbells ( Dec. 6), or harp duets (Dec. 20). Hank Cramer, folksinger, will entertain with ballads on Dec. 13.  Don't miss a live annual 'jam session' as the final concert of 2007 on Dec. 27.
January brings a flute and guitar duo (Jan. 3), Cello & double-necked guitjo (Jan 10), Blues and Jazz (Jan. 17), and west African cultural dance & drums on Jan. 24.
The series continues through February, March and April.  Go to www.glendalelibrary.org/ … (1 comments)

 

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