Chandler Real Estate and Beyond....

Gorgeous Barrington Estates!!!

Kaushik Sirkar (Call Realty, Inc.) — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 23:44:29 -0500

Gorgeous Barrington Estates
by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTOR
Chandler Arizona Real Estate

Looking for an oversized two story home? An amazing single-story executive home? One place to consider - Barrington Estates in south Chandler!

This subdivision is conveniently located near both the 202, 101 and Chandler Mall yet offers a very peaceful and relaxed setting. Prices can range from the mid 400's to past $700,000 for these lovely homes. See below for some recent statistics.

Active - 3 Properties Found
	Square Feet	Bedrooms	Baths	List Price	Sale Price	Agent DOM	Cumulative DOM
Min	4637	4	3.5	$ 499,900	$0	66	66
Avg	4942	4	3.67	$ 642,933	$0	162	162
Max	5230	5	4	$ 799,900	$0	351	351

Pending - 1 Properties Found
	Square Feet	Bedrooms	Baths	List Price	Sale Price	Agent DOM	Cumulative DOM
Min	3881	4	3.5	$ 443,900	$0	73	237
Avg	3881	4	3.50	$ 443,900	$0	73	237
Max	3881	4	3.5	$ 443,900	$0	73	237

Sold - 4 Properties Found
	Square Feet	Bedrooms	Baths	List Price	Sale Price	Agent DOM	Cumulative DOM
Min	3881	4	3.5	$ 515,000	$ 440,000	73	73
Avg	4565	4	4.00	$ 571,000	$ 526,931	118	118
Max	5250	5	4.5	$ 649,000	$ 645,000	185	185

Do you want to live in a Nicholas Homes subdivision lined with greenbelts and amazing properties? Barrington Estates is calling.....

Thanks for Reading :)

Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTOR
Chandler Arizona Real Estate

Best Buy in Arden Park!

Kaushik Sirkar (Call Realty, Inc.) — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 15:18:27 -0600

Kaushik Sirkar | Call Realty, Inc. | 480-600-2808

2001 S. Holguin Pl, Chandler, AZ

The best buy in Arden Park!!

5 Bdrm Single Family House

offered at $395,900

Year Built	2003
Sq Footage	3,289
Bedrooms	5
Bathrooms	3 full, 1 partial
Floors	Unspecified
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	9,280 sqft
HOA/Maint	$50 per month

DESCRIPTION

This is the BEST BUY in Arden Park with absolute pride of ownership!! Situated on an oversized cul-de-sac lot this 5 bedroom charmer has upgrades galore throughout including the lovely courtyard entry, designer tile flooring, stainless steel appliances in the gourmet kitchen as well as upgraded cabinets. The master suite and bath boast dual sinks as well as a separate garden tub and shower in addition to a spacious retreat and access to a balcony for those relaxing evenings. The home comes with a casita containing a private bath as well as a separate entry which is perfect for your guests! Easy access to the 101, 202, Chandler Mall and Intel - make this home yours!!!!

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C	Central heat	Fireplace
Walk-in closet	Tile floor	Family room
Living room	Office/Den	Dining room
Dishwasher	Refrigerator	Stove/Oven
Microwave	Stainless steel appliances	Washer
Dryer	Laundry area - inside	Yard

COMMUNITY FEATURES

Lake

Playground

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Kaushik Sirkar

Call Realty, Inc.

480-600-2808

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Feb 8, 2008, 10:54am PST

Foreclosures in the Valley up 97% in December!

Kaushik Sirkar (Call Realty, Inc.) — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 23:53:06 -0600

Foreclosures in the Valley up 97% in December!
by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTOR
Chandler Arizona Real Estate

See the article from today's Arizona Republic. Wow, foreclosures up 97% from the same time period the previous year! Guess this is a strong indicator of the problems the Valley is currently facing. Slightly weaker jobs, burdensome debt load and the aftereffects of the subprime fallout are all certainly contributing factors. We will most certainly continue to watch inventory; both locally and valleywide, as the best indicator of the state of our market.

Thanks for Reading :)

Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTOR
Chandler Arizona Real Estate

Need a little help with that home purchase?

Kaushik Sirkar (Call Realty, Inc.) — Sun, 14 Oct 2007 23:51:11 -0500

Need a little help with that home purchase?
by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTOR
Chandler Arizona Real Estate

Prices for homes in the Valley are significantly higher than they were 3+ years ago. This obviously makes it difficult for some people without extravagant incomes or first time buyers to get into a home of their choosing. Well there is help for some people out there. For those willing to purchase in a predefined area, primarily bounded by Chandler Blvd, the eastern city limits, Camelback Rd and 83rd Ave, there is a program in place to help with closing costs, down payments and interest rates for low-income purchasers. Please see the article in today's Arizona Republic for additional details. Please contact me with any questions.

Thanks for Reading :)

Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTOR
Chandler Arizona Real Estate

The Phoenix Real Estate Market - this builder thinks its gonna go up!

Kaushik Sirkar (Call Realty, Inc.) — Sun, 14 Oct 2007 23:46:50 -0500

The Phoenix Real Estate Market - this builder thinks its gonna go up!
by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTOR
Chandler Arizona Real Estate

With the current housing slump in the Valley (and in many parts of the country as well) one would expect a lot of "cutting back" by builders and others in the industry. We're certainly seeing that overall with all the mortgage company layoffs, the subprime crisis, etc. But in the long run many agree that the Valley still represents a very promising market for Real Estate and specifically for builders.

In today's Arizona Republic, we see an article where John Laing Homes of California is expanding its operations in the Valley by targetting a development in Goodyear. They discuss how Goodyear is one of the fastest growing areas in the country and they want to be a part of that future...as well as other subdivisions in the Valley!

Thanks for Reading :)

Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTOR
Chandler Arizona Real Estate

Real Estate Reality Show - Phoenix Style!

Kaushik Sirkar (Call Realty, Inc.) — Sun, 14 Oct 2007 23:39:55 -0500

Real Estate Reality Show - Phoenix Style!
by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTOR
Chandler Arizona Real Estate

There are ALL SORTS of tv shows related to Real Estate. Flip this house. Bob Vila that. Million Dollar listing. I could go on and on. Are you familiar with what's going on in the Valley?

Houses just got too expensive for people?
People bought too many investment properties that have turned on them?
People bought unnecessary square footage in the form of McMansions?

Do all these themes interest you? According to the Arizona Republic there may soon be a TV show based on such scenarios that folks have undergone in the Valley. The main story discussed in this article...wealthy retired family, helping children who need it, multiple mortgages, real estate downturn.

You do the math. I for one, look forward to the show!

Thanks for Reading :)

Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTOR
Chandler Arizona Real Estate

Latest Valleywide Statistics

Kaushik Sirkar (Call Realty, Inc.) — Sun, 14 Oct 2007 23:31:29 -0500

Latest Valleywide Statistics
by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTOR
Chandler Arizona Real Estate

Please find enclosed the listings/sales statistics for the entire Phoenix Valley. Finally, for a one week period at least, inventory didn't go up. Thanks to our friends at Grand Canyon Title for the graph!

Thanks for Reading :)

Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTOR
Chandler Arizona Real Estate

Latest East Valley Statistics

Kaushik Sirkar (Call Realty, Inc.) — Sun, 14 Oct 2007 16:14:34 -0500

Latest East Valley Statistics
by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTOR
Chandler Arizona Real Estate

Per our friends at the Grand Canyon Title Agency, please find enclosed East Valley Market Statistics as of October 1st. Shows just what a small percentage of homes have gone under contract in the previous month.

Thanks for Reading :)

Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTOR
Chandler Arizona Real Estate

Learning from other industries? What a novel concept!

Kaushik Sirkar (Call Realty, Inc.) — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 12:14:08 -0500

Learning from other industries? What a novel concept!
by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTOR
Chandler Arizona Real Estate

Real Estate - for professionals in this industry it can be all consuming! Taking up all of our time, potentially impacting our personal lives, etc. But from professional and business standpoints, its not a bad idea to look at other industries and examine their business models. There are definitely things that are used in other industries that could be applied to real estate and vice versa. Once again, I ran into a great article discussing this topic at Realtor Magazine Online - here are some of the high points:

Make customers crave your service - from Starbucks

Learn from your losses - from Pro Sports

Get a 4 star rating - from Dining

Warm up your office - from Banking

Always wear a smile - from Hotels

Use Social Networks - from the Music Industry

Please read the article for additional details!

Thanks for Reading :)

Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTOR
Chandler Arizona Real Estate

What to try with "reluctant" buyers

Kaushik Sirkar (Call Realty, Inc.) — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 11:52:55 -0500

What to try with "reluctant" buyers
by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTOR
Chandler Arizona Real Estate

Its a buyers market in many parts of the country. Yet buyers aren't buying. Is the term a misnomer? What's going on???

I just came across this article on Realtor Magazine Online. It is authored by Blanche Evans, editor of Realty Times. She discusses some of the factors that are keeping buyers on the sidelines and she goes on to highlight many of the things to say to buyers who are sitting on the sidelines in an effort to get them to more strongly consider purchasing a home today.

Items keeping buyers on the sidelines

Bad Press
Better deals by waiting
Shaken confidence
Hoping for lower interest rates

What the agent should suggest/point out

Interest rates may not come down at the optimal time
Interest rates are low right now!
Inventory is great now - will your dream home be available in the future?

Please read the article for additional details...

Thanks for Reading :)

Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTOR
Chandler Arizona Real Estate

Use a COMPETENT Realtor®, not just some family friend with a license

Kaushik Sirkar (Call Realty, Inc.) — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 11:13:24 -0500

Use a COMPETENT Realtor®, not just some family friend with a license
by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTOR
Chandler Arizona Real Estate

So I have a little bit of a rant this morning for all to read. A friend of mine just notified me that they had purchased a home. Congratulations! I always feel happy for people when they purchase their first home. Its a very exciting time. SURE, in the back of my mind, I wonder why they didn't use or even inquire about my services (they knew I specialized in the area they bought). Turns out, they have a long time family friend who is at least an agent (not sure if this person is a Realtor). Great, no problem.

Wait, you bought from XYZ builder? You do know that they are (per JD Power rankings) one of the worst builders in Arizona, right? Your "family friend" didn't tell you this?
You do know that XYZ builder offers a 6% co-broke to buyers agents. What, your "family friend" didn't tell you this?
You do know that XYZ builder accepts offers? That you could have easily gotten that home for about 20k less. What, your "family friend" didn't know this?
You do know there are other builders within 1 square mile who offer a superior product at a lower price. What, your "family friend" didn't tell you this? (possibly because they offer lower co-brokes?)
You do know that there are quite a few resale deals on homes in better areas than XYZ builder's new home subdivision. I suppose your "family friend" didn't tell you this either.....

For all the readers/consumers out there - a good Realtor knows A LOT about the area they work in and the product they "represent". Use one to avoid situations like the one above....

Thanks for Reading :)

Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTOR
Chandler Arizona Real Estate

Chandler Market Statistics last 30 days

Kaushik Sirkar (Call Realty, Inc.) — Fri, 05 Oct 2007 17:34:39 -0500

Chandler Market Statistics last 30 days
by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTOR
Chandler Arizona Real Estate

The effects of the sub-prime fiasco are definitely being felt today across the Valley and the Nation. Just thought I'd quickly share the market statistics for all of Chandler for the last 30 days. Data courtesy of ARMLS.

Active - 2823 Properties Found
	Square Feet	Bedrooms	Baths	List Price	Sale Price	Agent DOM	Cumulative DOM
Min	0	1	1	$ 89,900	$0	0	0
Avg	2248	3	2.46	$ 406,414	$0	99	118
Max	8131	8	7	$ 4,200,000	$0	999	999

AWC - 21 Properties Found
	Square Feet	Bedrooms	Baths	List Price	Sale Price	Agent DOM	Cumulative DOM
Min	1350	2	2	$ 199,900	$0	36	36
Avg	2330	3	2.50	$ 343,169	$0	148	154
Max	4461	5	4	$ 599,900	$0	441	447

Pending - 276 Properties Found
	Square Feet	Bedrooms	Baths	List Price	Sale Price	Agent DOM	Cumulative DOM
Min	731	1	1	$ 100,000	$0	0	0
Avg	2095	3	2.44	$ 361,123	$0	74	100
Max	5286	6	4.5	$ 1,640,000	$0	538	538

Sold - 224 Properties Found
	Square Feet	Bedrooms	Baths	List Price	Sale Price	Agent DOM	Cumulative DOM
Min	831	2	1	$ 98,900	$ 98,900	2	2
Avg	1993	3	2.30	$ 332,557	$ 319,400	96	115
Max	4900	6	4.5	$ 1,395,000	$ 1,300,000	454	548

Thanks for Reading :)

Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTOR
Chandler Arizona Real Estate

The American Dream goes awry on the outskirts

Kaushik Sirkar (Call Realty, Inc.) — Fri, 05 Oct 2007 17:27:24 -0500

The American Dream goes awry on the outskirts
by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTOR
Chandler Arizona Real Estate

In the Phoenix metropolitan area, what parts of town have been hit hardest to this point in the current downturn? Yup, towns on the periphery of the Valley. Anthem way up North. Places much too close to LA to be considered part of Phoenix on the Westside. And places such as Maricopa and Queen Creek in the South and East. Read this article in today's Arizona Republic to get a feel for the trouble buyer's in Phoenix's most distant suburbs (specifically Queen Creek in this case) are currently facing.

Dreams of doubling, even tripling of their homes value within a few years at current (late 04, 05 price appreciation rates). Interest only mortgages with the rate fixed for a ridiculously short period of time. Teaser rates and their low payments having people purchase amenities/extras that would put them way over budget with a normal budget. Anticipating a short commute before the highway is anywhere near completion.

Hindsight being 20/20, what were people thinking? Did they really think homes would go up in value 100k every year? Did folks not realize that they would NEED their home to go up by a few hundred thousand once the teaser rate on the ultra-fancy negative amortizing loan disappeared? Or were people just swept up in the Euphoria of it all...the Euphoria generated by the media?

Remember, its never as good as the media might suggest nor is it ever as bad as their worst gloom and doom portrayal....

Stunning Gilbert Custom Home!

Kaushik Sirkar (Call Realty, Inc.) — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 00:29:43 -0500

Kaushik Sirkar | Call Realty, Inc. | 480-600-2808

1290 N Constellation Ct, Gilbert, AZ

The FINEST CUSTOM HOME available in Gilbert.

4 Bdrm Single Family House

offered at $1,150,000

Year Built	2007
Sq Footage	4,285
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	4 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	4+ Car garage
Lot Size	1.5 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

ABSOLUTELY THE FINEST CUSTOM HOME ON THE MARKET IN GILBERT.Custom Iron Entry door*9x22 Formal Entry Hall*double sets of columns overlook living room*Family room w/30'rough cut Douglas Fir Beamed ceilings*molded travertine F/P w/Coronado Stone Surround*Custom designed and installed traverrtine w/accents T/O*Huge gourmet kitchen w/stonework around R/O*Granite*Cherry stained Hickory cabinets*2 hand pounded copper sinks*30'ceiling w/custom woodwork*large island w/coppersink*large breakfast room*coved ceilings*incredible master bath w/huge snail shower*jetted tub*custom antique fixtures*travertine finishes*Too many custom features to list.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C	Central heat	Fireplace
High/Vaulted ceiling	Walk-in closet	Tile floor
Family room	Living room	Office/Den
Dining room	Breakfast nook	Dishwasher
Refrigerator	Stove/Oven	Microwave
Granite countertop	Stainless steel appliances	Washer
Dryer

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Kaushik Sirkar

Call Realty, Inc.

480-600-2808

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Oct 2, 2007, 9:23pm PDT

Gorgeous Custom Built Ranch!

Kaushik Sirkar (Call Realty, Inc.) — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 00:28:25 -0500

Kaushik Sirkar | Call Realty, Inc. | 480-600-2808

1276 N Constellation Ct, Gilbert, AZ

Custon Built Arizona Ranch Home

4 Bdrm Single Family House

offered at $735,000

Year Built	2000
Sq Footage	3,106
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	3 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	Unspecified
Lot Size	40,000 sqft
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Finest of quality custom built Arizona ranch home. Surrounded with porches on all sides and tons of outdoor space. Tumbled travertine floors with black marble accents,carpet in bedrooms. 10` ceilings with log poles and rough hewn knotty pine. 12x8 Entryhall with custom door sunken living room large enough for grand piano. Awesome kitchen with knotty alder cabinets, slide out shelves, top of the line S/S appliances and black marble countertops. All doors throughout home are solid Alderwood with 4` wood baseboards. 11x14 laundry room with built ins, 12x15 office with outside access perfect for home based business. Incredible custom home must be seen.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C	Central heat	Fireplace
Walk-in closet	Tile floor	Family room
Living room	Dining room	Breakfast nook
Dishwasher	Refrigerator	Stove/Oven
Microwave	Granite countertop	Washer
Dryer

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Kaushik Sirkar

Call Realty, Inc.

480-600-2808

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Oct 2, 2007, 9:18pm PDT

Beautiful Lakeside home with Pool!

Kaushik Sirkar (Call Realty, Inc.) — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 00:26:42 -0500

Kaushik Sirkar | Call Realty, Inc. | 480-600-2808

1826 E Catamaran Dr., Gilbert, AZ

BEAUTIFUL Waterfront Property with Pool!

3 Bdrm Single Family House

offered at $599,900

Year Built	1992
Sq Footage	2,330
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	Unspecified
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	13,081 sqft
HOA/Maint	$78 per month

DESCRIPTION

VAL VISTA LAKES WATERFRONT PROPERTY. This place shows like a million bucks.Beautiful new granite, appliances and cabinet finishes in kitchen.Updated master bath looks great.New cool deck surface around pool and patio. This home could be 4 bedrooms with addition of closet in den. Carpet and tile throughout home less than 2 years old and in excellent condition.New BBQ grill on back patio.New door hardware throughout home. Most of interior freshly painted with nice nuetral colors.Soft water system,upgraded 5'baseboards,dual pane windows,N.S exposure.This home sits on the big lake and has boat access to the clubhouse.HUGE lot with lots of grass, tropical pool area,boatdock

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C	Central heat	Fireplace
Walk-in closet	Tile floor	Living room
Breakfast nook	Refrigerator	Stove/Oven
Microwave	Granite countertop	Washer
Dryer	Swimming pool

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Kaushik Sirkar

Call Realty, Inc.

480-600-2808

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Oct 2, 2007, 9:14pm PDT