Scottsdale's 20th Anniversary Celebration of Fine Art - 01/31/10 02:34 PM
Scottsdale's 20th Anniversary Celebration of Fine Art If you are planning to visit Scottsdale or you are local to the area you should put on your to do list visiting the 20th Anniversary Celebration of Fine Art. The Celebration of Fine Art is located in the heart of Scottsdale, Arizona with more than 40,000 square feet filled with works by known and emerging artists.
Called by the Art & Antiques Magazine as  “…one of the premiere art events in the West”  and “…one of the biggest art markets in the West” by The Arizona Republic. It's a unique opportunity and experience … (3 comments)

The Egg & Cafe wakes up Ocotillo, Chandler - 01/28/10 11:37 PM
The Egg & Cafe wakes up Ocotillo, Chandler Location: 2625 W. Queen Creek Road Chandler, AZ. 85248 Phone: 480-899-5050 Price Range: $3.50 to $9.50 Located west of Dobson at Queen Creek Road, the Santa Barbara architecture is accented by fountains and lakes. Inside big windows tables and booths give the visitors conteporary atmosphere with great views.
Menu has something for everyone and clientelle veries from young couples, families, retired people and golfers.Breakfast and lunchis serves from 6.00 am to 2.30 pm daily. Eggs are the featured ingredient on the menu and it's served in a variety of ways. Order an omelet … (2 comments)

Is it MORAL to Walk Away From Your Mortgage? - 01/28/10 07:06 PM
Is it MORAL to Walk Away From Your Mortgage?  
The answer to this should be very simple but actually there is no universal response.  Is there the morality involved at all? The mortgage industry is doing everything it can to stop this, including telling homeowners that they have a "moral obligation" to re-pay their mortgage.
Lenders to protect their money, require pledging the house as collateral. As a result of borrower defaulting on payment, the Lender has a right to seize the house. It is spell out in the Contract/Promissory Note: if you stop paying, bank gets the house back. Pretty … (3 comments)

Mardi Gras is coming to downtown Chandler, Arizona in February - 01/27/10 11:58 PM
Mardi Gras is coming to downtown Chandler, Arizona in February
Mardi Gras is coming to Historic Downtown Chandler in February 6, 2010. Parade and street festival to Cajun cook-offs, arts & crafts, gourmet food booths, live entertainment, strolling musicians, street performers, jazz music, dancing, costume contests and the crowning of the Mardi Gras King and Queen are scheduled from 6 pm to 11:30 pm. Organizers say it won’t have the conspicuous public nudity and alcohol-fueled mayhem of the New Orleans celebration.
Ticket prices are:
$325 packgage includes:- 2tickets to Mardi Gras Gala- 1 night stay at San Marcos Resort- Sunday Jazz … (2 comments)

Real Estate Updates for Capriana in Chandler, Arizona - 01/23/10 05:52 PM
Real Estate Updates for Capriana in Chandler, Arizona Capriana is located on the SW corner of Ray & Dobson, approximately one mile east of Loop101 in Chandler, Arizona.
The Community was built by Fulton Homes in approximately 1995. The houses are one and two story(s) with 3-4 bedrooms, 2-3 bathrooms, with two and three car garages. The square footage varies by style.
The community is ideal for families, close to schools, within walking of some shopping and driving distance of the Chandler Fashion Mall with theaters, shopping and more.
Local amenities within the immediate vicinity include:
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Ducks in Pecan Creek South, Queen Creek Arizona - 01/20/10 04:14 PM
Pecan Creek South, Queen Creek Arizona.
Pecan Creek South is located on Ironwood Road south of Ocotillo in Queen Creek, Arizona. This beautiful community provides a great place for families of all ages to live and play. 
Walking paths and parks are scattered throughout the neighborhood.  Tot lots and sport courts give homeowners places to enjoy our great Arizona weather.
Real Estate Market Report:
Average Listing Price:$120,331
Median Sales Price:$123,620
Average price/sqft:$60,52Homes for Sale: 10Recently Sold: 67
 
After a day of rain in East Valley Pecan Creek South has a temporary lake and ducks:




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Loan Modification will hurt your credit. - 01/18/10 03:26 PM
Loan Modification will hurt your credit.

In the race of trying to avoid foreclosure many consumers does not realize that their credit is affected even they are successful with their bank on modification process. A potentially damaged credit score is one of those hidden costs of home loan modification. It varies significantly depending on the lender, and how your loan was altered. More than often Banks do not tell troubled homeowners up front that could happen. Frequently banks utilize as a form of loan modification a trial period that allows temporarily reduce monthly payment for set numbers of months’ to … (3 comments)

Can Your Twitter and Facebook comments affect your credit? - 01/17/10 05:39 PM
Can Your Twitter and Facebook comments affect your credit? Twitter and Facebook have already huge impact on your everyday life. Everything what you reveal online may cause unintended consequences. As a Real Estate Agent you are trying to be visible and active on at least few social network sites. And those sites are being used, and checked, and red. So far, I have heard about employers checking profiles, comments, pictures and any available content of their applicants. Recently, I came across an article written by Erica Sandberg. She is stating that everything you and those in your network do and discuss … (4 comments)

Chandler residents can now enjoy the unique amenities of the long-awaited Paseo Vista! - 01/17/10 12:17 AM
Chandler residents can now enjoy the unique amenities of the long-awaited Paseo Vista!
Paseo Vista Recreation Area3850 S. McQueen Rd.Northwest Corner of McQueen Rd. and Ocotillo Rd.
Chandler residents can now enjoy the unique amenities of the long-awaited Paseo Vista! 64-acre park was built on top of the City landfill.The facility includes:
disc golf course dog park playground picnic areas and more than a mile of walking trails For almost 30 years it was a working landfill, man-made dirt mound rising above the streets and nearby houses.Vehicle access is off McQueen Rd., ¼-mile north of Ocotillo Rd., and there are more … (1 comments)

Hike in Picketpost Mountain, Arizona, Phoenix Metro Area - 01/15/10 11:26 PM
Hike in Picketpost Mountain, Arizona, Phoenix Metro Area
Like almost every Sunday ( at least till the summer) we took a trip to enjoy a beutiful views during the hike. This time we picked the Picketpost Mountain. A quick overview about the area:
Picketpost Mountain is located just outside the town of Superior, Arizona approximately 40 miles (64 km) east of the Phoenix Metro Area. The mountain is located in the southern desert region of Tonto National Forest and is popular with hikers. The mountain is also well-known for an oddly placed mailbox at the top of the mountain, which contains the … (1 comments)

Grande Reserve in Chandler, Real Estate Overview - 01/15/10 12:45 AM
Grande Reserve in Chandler, Real Estate Overview
Grande Reserve, Gated Community in Northwest Chandler. Easy access to the 101, the 202, the 60, I-10 and Shopping! The median sales price for homes in Grande Reserve, Chandler for 2009 was $568,750. The average price per square foot for Grande Reserve was $142,88. The average listing price for homes for sale in Grande Reserve was $593,583 for the 2009.
Average Listing Price:$593,583
Median Sales Price:$568,750
Average price/sqft:$142,88Homes for Sale: 1Recently Sold: 4Expired Listings: 1
 




 
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Great home in Chandler, No HOA, 0.4 acre lot, Pool 4 beds, 2 baths, POOL - 01/13/10 10:47 AM
Great home in Chandler, No HOA, 0.4 acre lot, Pool 4 beds, 2 baths, POOL

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Wine Testing Featuring New Dinner Menu Samplings at Ocotillo Golf Resort in Chandler, Az - January 14 - 01/12/10 07:32 PM
Wine Testing Featuring New Dinner Menu Samplings at Ocotillo Golf Resort in Chandler, Az - January 14
When? Thursday, January 14; 5:30-7:30 pm Where?Ocotillo Golf Resort Ballroom, Chandler Cost: $30 per person
 
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Willis Ranch Market Report: Chandler Arizona Real Estate, 85225 - 01/09/10 09:28 PM
Willis Ranch Market Report:  Chandler Arizona Real Estate, 85225
Located in Chandler, between McQueen Rd and Pecos. Ele Sch Dist: 080 - Chandler Unified DistrictElementary School: Rudy G Bologna Jr. High School: WillisHigh School Dist #: 080 - Chandler Unified DistrictHigh School: Perry
Homes Sold in 2009 - 18Homes currently on the market - 4Average List Price - $221,984Average Sold Price - $221,772

 
 

 
 
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Campo Verde Market Report: Chandler Arizona Real Estate, 85225 - 01/09/10 07:24 PM
Campo Verde Market Report:  Chandler Arizona Real Estate, 85225
Campo Verde:
Built by Meritage Home New (2006) community located in central Chandler, Arizona With over 100 established homes, the Campo Verde is a magnificent and diverse cultural neighborhood. Unique dwellings feature a Tuscan style architecture that is both unique and distinctive.  Homes range from 2500-4200 square feet and have both attached and detached garages.  The community is managed by an active HOA and has an aggressive Block Watch program.
 
Homes Sold in 2009 - 2Homes currently on the market - 2Average List Price - $372,633Average Sold Price - $363, … (0 comments)

HomePath loan program - Good or Bad? - 01/08/10 03:08 PM
 HomePath loan program -  Good or Bad? I do not have complete answer to that but be warned. It is full of surprises new program launched by Fannie Mae. It is being advertised as one, that:
does not require an appraisal, low down payment , little higher interest rate, no Mortgage Insurance, available to both owner occupiers and investors, available  HomePath Renovation Mortgage.   It does not mention that Buyer needs to have high credit score to get the loan at  decent interest rate. Fannie Mae feels very comfortable encouraging  the program and gathering the best offers on their properties. It … (3 comments)

Realtors See a Decade of Dramatic Developments - 01/07/10 05:23 PM
Realtors See a Decade of Dramatic Developments
—At the beginning of the 21st century, most home buyers had never viewed a home online; the three top home sale marketing methods were yard signs, newspaper ads and open houses; and nearly nine out of 10 buyers financed their purchase with a fixed-rate, 30-year mortgage. What a difference a decade makes.
 
“The real estate industry has seen tremendous change and evolution over the past decade,” said NAR President Vicki Cox Golder, owner of Vicki L. Cox & Associates in Tucson, Ariz. “As the first, best source for real estate information, Realtors have … (0 comments)

Real Estate Market Update - Phoenix, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arizona - 01/06/10 11:07 AM
Real Estate Market Update - Phoenix, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arizona
As of the end of December, 2009.
Total SFD sales for the year will be about 93,000 the 3rd best year on record behind 2004 and 2005, and 55% higher than the 60,108 of 2008. Sales of December 2009 with 7573 are 55% higher than December of 2008 which had 4873. At the end of 2009 we have a 3 1/2 month supply of homes compared to an 8 3/4 month supply at the end of 2008. We currently have 26,169 homes for sale compared to 43048 at the end of … (0 comments)