phoenix real estate: 2007 Phoenix Area New Builder Rankings - 09/24/07 11:07 PM
2007 Phoenix Area New Builder Rankingsby Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTORChandler Arizona Real Estate
Are all builders created equal? Of course not. Some have better workmanship. Some have better designs. Some have better customer service. Can you tell by just walking into the model homes at the subdivision? Probably not. But our … (0 comments)
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phoenix real estate: Do you text while you drive? It might cost you - 09/18/07 11:57 PM
Do you text while you drive? It might cost youby Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTORChandler Arizona Real Estate
I couldn't help but write about this topic (admittedly not a whole lot of Real Estate content here). Talking on the phone used to be "the" hazard when driving. Well, now its texting while … (12 comments)
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phoenix real estate: Landlord by Choice or Necessity? - 09/08/07 09:02 PM
Landlord by Choice or Necessity?by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTORChandler Arizona Real Estate
Many folks choose to become landlords. There is no doubt that if developed properly, a sound real estate investment portfolio can lead to impressive financial results down the line. Some ~90% of this country's millionaires have generated their wealth … (5 comments)
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phoenix real estate: Valley home prices dip 2.7% year over year - 08/20/07 04:05 AM
Valley home prices dip 2.7% year over yearby Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTORChandler Arizona Real Estate
We know the real estate market nationwide has slowed down significantly post-boom. This is definitely the case in the Phoenix metropolitan area. However, rather than large price decreases, we have seen significantly higher inventories as well … (3 comments)
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phoenix real estate: Michael Pollack speaks - we listen! - 07/30/07 02:41 AM
Michael Pollack speaks - we listen!by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTORChandler Arizona Real Estate
Have you ever driven around in the Valley? Well then you've probably seen many of the semi-trailors with the name Pollack - these are located all over the place! What does the name mean? Well, in this case we … (1 comments)
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phoenix real estate: The seller has completed repairs - do you ever hire an inspector to confirm? - 07/12/07 03:03 AM
The seller has completed repairs - do you ever hire an inspector to confirm?by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTORChandler Arizona Real Estate
Its a common practice for homes to be inspected when they go under contract. The inspector finds some flaws, the buyer and the seller typically negotiate what items get fixed, … (14 comments)
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phoenix real estate: Who are the biggest Employers in the East Valley? - 07/12/07 02:53 AM
Who are the biggest Employers in the East Valley?by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTORChandler Arizona Real Estate
Its no secret that a strong employment base is a key factor that drives growth and supports local economies. Job growth will often help to drive new construction and growth within the Real Estate market as … (0 comments)
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phoenix real estate: Short sale - come on, everyone's doing it!! - 07/08/07 08:57 PM
Short sale - come on, everyone's doing it!!by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTORChandler Arizona Real Estate
You buy a home. You need to sell the home. But for whatever reason....the home decreased in value or you borrowed too much against the home - you owe more than the home is worth. You would just have … (15 comments)
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phoenix real estate: Ever woken up and there was a hole next to your house? - 06/27/07 03:14 AM
Ever woken up and there was a hole next to your house?by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTORChandler Arizona Real Estate
As Real Estate Agents, we have to know and be aware of many things. Some of these may include comps, neighborhoods and floorplans. What about builders and construction of malls or roads? Sure. And … (4 comments)
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phoenix real estate: Who is your builder again...? - 06/18/07 03:29 AM
Who is your builder again...?by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTORChandler Arizona Real Estate
All builders are not created equal. Different levels of attention to detail,d ifferent philosophies, etc. At some level they are the same. But at many levels they aren't! Reading the East Valley Tribune today, I came across this article. … (3 comments)
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phoenix real estate: Should licensing be easier or harder? - 06/12/07 03:04 AM
Should licensing be easier or harder?by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTORChandler Arizona Real Estate
I had run across an article by Greg Swann of Bloodhound blog recently in the Arizona Republic. To summarize, Greg suggests (and Greg please feel to disagree if my synopsis is inaccurate) he states that licensing requirements for … (19 comments)
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phoenix real estate: Uh-oh...mortgage rates hit 10 month high! - 06/12/07 12:11 AM
Uh-oh...mortgage rates hit 10 month high!by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTORChandler Arizona Real Estate
I'm sure most real estate professionals keep track of mortgage rates. I'm sure most folks considering the purchase of a home do the same. But, I'm also guessing some people (professional or consumer) have been remiss in keeping … (6 comments)
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phoenix real estate: Too much inventory? It is good for those people we call BUYERS !! - 06/08/07 11:33 PM
Too much inventory? It is good for those people we call BUYERS !!by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTORChandler Arizona Real Estate
Many parts of the country have way too many homes on the market. Inventories are setting records (certainly the case in the Phoenix metropolitan area). We are seeing the number of … (7 comments)
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phoenix real estate: Was the sale of your home front page news? - 06/06/07 04:33 AM
Was the sale of your home front page news?by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTORChandler Arizona Real Estate
Homes are bought and sold all the time. Big homes, small homes, ugly homes, pretty homes. Rich people, not so rich people. No big deal, right? Well what would happen if you bought or sold … (6 comments)
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phoenix real estate: Record setting apartment deal - 06/05/07 03:28 AM
Record setting apartment dealby Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTORChandler Arizona Real Estate
The apartment market, at least for investors, appears to keep on chugging. High home prices are forcing more people to rent. Rents have been going up and apartments as an investment vehicle begin to look more and more attractive. Earlier, … (4 comments)
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phoenix real estate: The sky is falling! I think...wait, maybe its not.... - 06/04/07 11:42 PM
The sky is falling! I think...wait, maybe its not....by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler REALTOR®Chandler AZ Real Estate
During the boom. You couldn't go wrong with housing. 50% appreciation per year for the next decade. Now? RENT! Get out of your house before it loses all its value!!
Obviously both of the ends of the … (10 comments)
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phoenix real estate: Cooper Commons subdivision YTD statistics - 06/01/07 12:56 PM
Cooper Commons subdivision YTD statisticsby Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTORChandler Arizona Real Estate
Please find enclosed the year-to-date statistics for the Cooper Commons subdivision in Chandler (data per ARMLS). Located in southern Chandler in the 85249 zip code, this is a very serene subdivision that is ideal for families with its many … (0 comments)
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phoenix real estate: Cottonwood Springs subdivision YTD statistics - 06/01/07 12:53 PM
Cottonwood Springs subdivision YTD statisticsby Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTORChandler Arizona Real Estate
Cottonwood Springs is beautiful subdivision located in close proximity to both the 101 and 202 freeways. Near the intersecdtion of Alma School Rd. and Queen Creek Rd. in Chandler (85248), please find enclosed recent (since 1/1/07) market statistics (courtesty … (0 comments)
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phoenix real estate: Augusta subdivision YTD statistics - 06/01/07 12:48 PM
Augusta subdivision YTD statisticsby Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTORChandler Arizona Real Estate
Augusta is a charming golf course subdivision located in the Foothills area of Ahwatukee. Enclosed, please find the latest year-to-date market statistics (courtesty of ARMLS).
Thanks for Reading :)
Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTORhttp://www.homesphx.com
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phoenix real estate: Phoenix area submarket absorption rates - 05/30/07 11:43 PM
Phoenix area submarket absorption ratesby Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTORChandler Arizona Real Estate
I admit it. I'm not the first to blog about absorption rates. Heck, I'm not the first one to blog about them locally. I first saw Jonathan Dalton blogging about this topic. But I do find this topic very … (2 comments)
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