arizona: Active Rain Blogging Visibility Lands Me a Spot on KVOA.com, KVOA News 4, Tucson - 07/08/08 11:25 PM
Back in March I wrote a post titled Mike in Tucson Becomes the "Comment Nazi," Gives Orders to Brave Commenters. LOL It's members only, so if you can't see the post, sign up and come on back.) This was my point:
We need to MAKE the news, and stop reacting to it. Your … (24 comments)
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arizona: Community Information & Referral Board of Directors Elects New Officers - 07/08/08 04:44 PM
Phoenix Arizona - Community Information & Referral (CIR), a local non-profit, recently elected officers for its 2008-2009. The new officers are:
Chair, Bill Austin, Vice President of Business Development, Arizona High Tech Talent Partnership
Vice-Chair, Jerry Mendoza, Low Income Assistance Program Manager, Arizona Public Service
Treasurer, Blossom Aung, Program Business Manager, … (3 comments)
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arizona: Tucson Architecture: Benedictine Sanctuary (2 of 2) - 07/07/08 11:01 PM
The Roman Catholic Church is responsible for some of the most beautiful architecture in the southwest. It started with Father Kino in the late 1700s, and the San Xavier Mission.
The Benedictine Sanctuary on Country Club Road fits right into a later chapter of Tucson's history, and to my mind, is … (13 comments)
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arizona: Tucson Architecture: Benedictine Sanctuary (1 of 2) - 07/07/08 10:49 PM
Driving home from the office tonight, I had to pull over, get out, and snap a photo of the architecture that graces Country Club Road in Tucson.
The setting sun painted the Benedictine Sanctuary tower, and created the beginnings of a rainbow in the background.
I stayed for 15 minutes, hoping … (8 comments)
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arizona: Search Arizona Real Estate, Phoenix Az Homes, Scottsdale MLS Home Listings - 07/07/08 04:55 PM
Please feel welcome to search the Phoenix MLS using our interactive Google Map! You can contact me at 480-247-7244 if you have any questions or visit my website for more information
Welcome to AzSearchForHomes your comprehensive relocation guide to Arizona. We designed this site to not only familiarize you with the … (0 comments)
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arizona: Seville Real Estate, Gilbert Arizona, Seville Az Realtor - 07/07/08 04:34 PM
Search Seville Homes
You can contact me at 480-247-7244 if you have any Seville real estate questions.
Seville Golf and Country Club is the newest master planned community in the Gilbert, Arizona. Located on Gilbert's southern border between Power and Higley Roads, Seville is increasingly being considered as the most … (0 comments)
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arizona: Red Mountain Ranch, Mesa Arizona Realtor, Mesa Az Real Estate - 07/07/08 04:12 PM
Search Red Mountain Ranch Homes
Should you be interested in buying or selling a home in Red Mountain Ranch, please contact me at 480-247-7244 and I'd be glad to consult you on the current real estate market.
Located in Mesa's upscale northeast foothills, Red Mountain Ranch is a master planned … (2 comments)
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arizona: Going Green: Living With Nature in the Sonoran Desert - 07/06/08 11:53 PM
The Arizona-Sonoran Desert is my home, and it's the home of one of our favorite desert plants.
It's called Ocotillo, and its long, thin stems studded with thorns make it the perfect poor man's fencing material.
The interesting thing is that when the cut end touches the ground, the Ocotillo … (10 comments)
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arizona: More Scottsdale Job Network Videos - 07/06/08 10:17 PM
I had no idea. When I went to look up the code to embed the Scottsdale Job Network (SJN) video from jobing.com here in a blog post, I saw that there were actually now three videos about SJN. They have done a great job of capturing the essence of what we … (0 comments)
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arizona: Arizona Law Will Require Loan Officers to be Licensed - In 2010 - 07/06/08 11:21 AM
Finally, loan officers will also be required to be licensed in the State of Arizona! That has been a long time coming with many failures. I'm wondering if being licensed would have been a deterrent to the recent mortgage fraud or just a way to make sure the l/o's are educated. … (14 comments)
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arizona: Free Is Good: Hold a Seminar at your Local Library - 07/04/08 11:35 PM
It wasn't my idea, but I'm glad to piggyback on it.
An appraiser here in Tucson held a seminar for loan officers on a non-lending topic. I got an invitation, and showed up at 6:30.
I haven't been to a public library for ages. Imagine my surprise when I found out … (16 comments)
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arizona: July 4th in Tucson: Thank God and Our Armed Services for Freedom - 07/04/08 11:26 PM
A fleet of airships sits silent in the desert tonight, waiting to be deployed for duty as needed.
On this Independence day, I'm thankful for the freedom I enjoy as a citizen of the United States of America.
That's it. Thank you, God, and thank you to each and every service … (14 comments)
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arizona: Enjoy Your Family and Friends! - 07/04/08 03:32 PM
Happy July 4th from the Valley of the Sun!
I hope to see come tomorrow...ok,maybe a little ambitious...come Monday...some great posts of events, BBQ's and celebrations that AR members enjoy today on this fabulous holiday! It is often that work and this drive to earn a living can take us away … (2 comments)
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arizona: Big Spash Water Park Anthem Merrill Ranch Parkside - 07/04/08 01:41 PM
At Parkside Anthem Merrill Ranch one of the best amenities to the community (for the kids and big kids too!) is the Big Splash Water Park. It has a beach entry, two sides, a tot pool, and a playground just to name a few things. If you don't want to swim laps, play basketball … (0 comments)
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arizona: Anthem Merrill Ranch - A Dell Webb Community - 07/04/08 01:35 PM
If you want to relocate to a sunny, warm environment and live like you are on vacation every day, then check out Anthem at Merrill Ranch in Florence AZ. There is absolutely no way to get bored living here! Outside, you can choose from a Troon golf course, sand volleyball, tennis, … (0 comments)
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arizona: Cold Weather in Arizona - 07/04/08 01:33 PM
Now that we have talked about hot weather, you are probably asking, "So what is cold in Florence AZ?" About 60 degree temperature is my answer. Yes, at night it can cool down into the 30s but by mid-day its back up into the 60s at the lowest which is in … (0 comments)
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arizona: Hot Weather in Arizona - 07/04/08 01:28 PM
If you decide to relocate to one of the desert towns, which is what we did, you will not experience the extreme heat like they do in the large cities. Why - less concrete, more space. In Florence AZ where our second home is located (in a maintained Anthem Community). In … (0 comments)
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arizona: Sun City Anthem Close to Rocky Point - 07/04/08 01:27 PM
Thinking of relocating to AZ? Consider the resort-style living of Anthem Merrill Ranch in Florence AZ. One of the hot points for people living here is the close access to Rocky Point, Mexico or Puerto Penasco. Locals have nicknamed the area "Rocky Point". With so much to do and such a … (0 comments)
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arizona: Second Home in Sunny Arizona? - 07/04/08 01:25 PM
Since AZ is the #1 state to relocate to, do you think there are more reasons the wonderful weather year round? Housing prices are one. Where else can you build a brand new, quality home for just over $100k?? Statistically the most home sales were in the first quarter of 2007. … (0 comments)
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arizona: Resort Living Anthem Merrill Ranch - 07/04/08 01:24 PM
Thinking about relocating and aren't sure where? Does access to a state-of-the art fitness center every day sound appealing? What about a Troon golf course just a couple blocks away from your home? Do you like to fish in a stocked catch and release pond? Maybe you like playing tennis, volleyball, … (0 comments)
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arizona: WOW! A two-fer! Summer storms in Arizona. - 07/04/08 12:36 PM
THe Monsoon is officially on in the Southwest. This year they just defined it by DATE, not by 3 days in a row with a dewpoint over 55 as in past years. Here in Payson, AZ we've had several storms already with a few tenths of a percent of an … (5 comments)
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arizona: Arizona July 4th Events - 07/03/08 02:47 PM
Independance Day!
BBQ's, Music, Picnics, Pool Parties and who can forget the Fireworks. Growing up in Colorado, the 4th of July was a little different than here with my kids in Arizona. Of course there were big displays all over town, but all fireworks are illegal here, at least in Colorado we … (0 comments)
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arizona: Phoenix Real Estate Blog: The Ripples Continue - 07/03/08 11:25 AM
I like to mention it when Arizona gets some “Best of. . .” award. And there have been lots (see my blog post, From Best Cities for Jobs to North American City of the Future — Greater Phoenix Is It). Yet the other day we were ranked #1 on a … (0 comments)
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arizona: Should the Public know the sales price of your home - 07/03/08 11:09 AM
There has been a significant and fundamental change in the display and public recording keeping of home ownership here in Maricopa County (Phoenix|Scottsdale and surrounding townships of Mesa, Gilbert, Tempe) Arizona.
Preciously, on the tax records, anybody, could go to the public records and type in the last name of a … (2 comments)
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arizona: Mike in Tucson's Monsoon Gift Offer! - 07/03/08 12:22 AM
Doesn't this cast a different light on the phrase "Active Rain?" This is my favorite time of year in Tucson, Arizona.
Clouds build and boil, the sky darkens, lightning flashes across the sky, and the desert soaks up the precious rain!
I thought I'd share my favorite (so far) cloud photo with … (21 comments)
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arizona: The Home Staging Business and Safeway Have a Lot in Common - 07/02/08 04:47 PM
Because we shop at Safeway (sometimes in Anthem and other times in Prescott Valley or Prescott, even on occasion in Cottonwood, Arizona) for much of our family’s food needs we have experienced first hand much of what this BusinessWeek story speaks of concerning the new look and feel of Safeway … (4 comments)
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arizona: Lease Option -- may help sell your home - 07/02/08 01:09 PM
one of the challenges facing real estate buyers , and thus, home sellers , is the difficulty for home buyer's to obtain loans. We are suffering in many of the towns of Maricopa County, North Phoenix, Peoria, and Glendale where we have been designated a 'declining area'' ; thus tightening credit … (2 comments)
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arizona: REALTORS: Do You Participate in Your Town Government? - 07/02/08 11:20 AM
Local government, and the decisions they make, go a long way toward making a home salable. Here's a perfect example from Oro Valley, a town near Tucson, Arizona.
This bench (banco) would make a fine addition to any million dollar home in the Sonoran Desert.
It's a bus stop!
The town … (24 comments)
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arizona: Prescott Arizona- Everybody's Hometown - 07/02/08 11:11 AM
The Prescott, Az. slogan is "Everybody's Hometown". Think of it as more of a welcoming phrase than a point of origin. And speaking of hometowns... most of us are from someplace that has fond memories, family connections, and maybe you like to go visit occasionally to see how people and things … (0 comments)
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arizona: Buy Cheap and Sell Dear - 07/02/08 11:04 AM
The "Buy Cheap and Sell Deal" concept will work very well in any business on earth. The snag in real estate is there are buyer's and seller's markets that run a predictable cycle and it's hard to have a buying AND selling advantage at the same time. However, there are so … (2 comments)
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arizona: REAL ESTATE PRICES 2010....where to buy .....where not to buy - 07/02/08 10:05 AM
http://www.cnbc.com/id/15840232?video=781521715
Enjoy
Jason Mitchell
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arizona: Decades Theme Park - 07/01/08 11:24 PM
The Governor of Arizona signed into law a bill that provides for an Amusement park district in the state of Arizona. This is the next step for the developers of the Theme Park. They must now secure 100 Million dollars in capital so that another 750 million dollars in bonds can … (1 comments)
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arizona: Phoenix Real Estate Blog: Market Numbers Reality Check - 07/01/08 04:53 PM
I never advocate sugar-coating bad news. The fact is that the real estate market in the Greater Phoenix area has fallen dramatically from highs two years ago. I’ve written about that plenty (see my most recent Market Update blog post, for example).
But I also think that fear-mongering is equally … (1 comments)
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arizona: 10 ways to save at the pump - 07/01/08 04:51 PM
Gas prices have risen $1.07 since last summer – representing an increase of more than 30%. Economists argue about what’s really behind skyrocketing gas prices, but most agree that factors include oil speculation, rising worldwide demand for oil, and the weak value of the U.S. dollar.
None of those are … (2 comments)
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arizona: Phoenix Real Estate Blog: The Pain at the Pump is Spreading - 07/01/08 04:50 PM
I subscribe to Google news. Call me crazy, but I like to stay informed. I have Google e-mail me all of the stories about real estate each day.
In the last several days, I’ve seen three that echo a theme I think we’re going to start hearing a lot more about: … (0 comments)
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arizona: Arizona Real Estate Website Introduction - AzSearchForHomes.com - 07/01/08 11:44 AM
Search Arizona Real Estate
Should you have any questions about the Phoenix Arizona real estate market please feel welcome to contact me at 480-247-7244 and I would welcome the opportunity to talk with you about the current market.
Also, should you be interested in buying or selling a home, please … (2 comments)
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arizona: Old Stone Ranch Real Estate, Chandler Arizona, Old Stone Ranch Az Realtor - 07/01/08 11:41 AM
Search Old Stone Ranch Homes
Old Stone Ranch is a master planned lake community built by Shea Homes. The community is located just south of Ocotillo between Gilbert and Lindsay Roads in Chandler.
Old Stone Ranch features three lakes with beautiful water features, meandering walking paths, greenbelts with shaded ramadas. … (0 comments)
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arizona: Power Ranch Real Estate, Gilbert Arizona, Power Ranch AZ Realtor - 07/01/08 10:46 AM
Search Power Ranch Homes
If you are interested in the Power Ranch real estate market, you can contact me at 480-247-7244 for more information.
Power Ranch is an active family community with numerous activities and amenities for everyone in the family. The master-planned community has amenities such as two community … (0 comments)
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arizona: Tempe Town Lake July 4th Festival - 07/01/08 01:57 AM
Tempe Town Lake July 4th Festival
Bands Tuning Up to Play at the State’s Biggest and Best Independence Day Festival
TEMPE, Arizona - Some of the best local bands in Arizona are getting ready to entertain a big crowd this year at the 57th Annual CBS5 Tempe Town Lake July 4th … (4 comments)
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arizona: Tempe, Arizona Townhome for Sale - Real Estate Tour AND a Short Video Tour - Part II - 06/30/08 10:21 PM
Okay, now that I've introduced you all to my first attempt at video, I am including part II with the Real Estate Shows tour that I always do for my sellers. I took a video of the pool area and grounds to give a buyer a more inclusive picture. This is … (11 comments)
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arizona: A Beautiful Townhome in Tempe, Arizona - $159,000! My FIRST video attempt! - 06/30/08 09:47 PM
I can't believe it, I'm finally jumping into the arena of those videographers here on Active Rain;-) Just took a new listing - a referral from an AR friend - and shot a video of the property. Actually, I think it turned out quite good. I used my Flip Video, and … (12 comments)
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arizona: How To Buy Bank Owned REPO Real Estate - 06/30/08 06:50 PM
The Bank Owned REPO Real Estate market continues to grow. Many of my clients have had questions about how to buy Bank Owned property and how to Finance Bank Owned Real Estate in Tucson with FHA Mortgage Loans. So I made a video...and in the video show them the 5 ways … (3 comments)
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arizona: Pay Full Asking Price for that new home!! - 06/30/08 06:19 PM
In my area of Phoenix , Scottsdale (Arizona), I have real estate buyers who tell me all the time, that they would never pay full asking price.
In fact , almost every client likes to makes offers at least 10% below market , first offer, no matter what the price.
In … (1 comments)
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arizona: TUCSON SIDEWINDERS TAKE ON FRESNO TONIGHT - 06/30/08 01:33 PM
Tucson's Minor League Sidewinders will be playing their last game of June at home tonight against Fresno at TEP Park. Action gets under way at 7:00 p.m. See you there! … (0 comments)
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arizona: 20451 E Colt Dr, Queen Creek, AZ, 85242 - 06/30/08 10:41 AM
Stunning semi custom horse property!
6 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
Built 1999
4520 Square Feet
$600,000
Stunning 6 bedroom semi custom home. 4520 square feet are perfect for your family. This basement home has every detail covered including … (0 comments)
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arizona: Website for Gasoline Prices - 06/29/08 09:11 PM
Great website to find the best gas prices in your area!
http://autos.msn.com/everyday/gasstations.aspx?zip=&src=Netx … (0 comments)
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arizona: FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS - TUCSON AZ - 06/29/08 02:36 PM
Fourth of July fireworks displays for Tucson, Arizona and the nearby cities of Oro Valley and Marana are scheduled as follows:
TUCSON - This traditional annual event includes live music, food vendors and viewing of the "A" Mountain fireworks. Activities will begin at 6:00 p.m. at the Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church … (0 comments)
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arizona: DOWNSIZING ACROSS THE MAP - 06/28/08 04:07 PM
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food Price Outlook for 2008 for all food is projected to increase 4.5 to 5.5 percent, as retailers continue to pass on higher commodity prices, for beef, poultry, eggs, dairy, fruit, vegetables and wheat, and energy costs to consumers.
Cathryn Creno of the Arizona … (1 comments)
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arizona: Real Estate is Like a Multi-Trunked Tree - 06/28/08 03:40 PM
We purchased a tree for the edge of our lawn because we loved the yellow flowers that sometimes bloomed.
It was a narrow tree with a single trunk that barely managed to sustain the weight of the foliage.
A violent wind blew and we watched from the front window.
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arizona: Arizona Real Estate Investing Heating Up - 06/28/08 02:03 PM
During my childhood, I was fascinated by a series of commercials for a mosquitoe repellant- they were quite compelling.
A man would stick his arm into a "cage" full of thirsty mosquitoes.
They would quickly land and get to work on his unprotected arm.
I practically shouted at the screen, … (2 comments)
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arizona: Phoenix Metro area Valley Freeways Closures & Restrictions Map & Information - 06/28/08 01:30 PM
Weekend of June 27 ~ 30
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arizona: Please Welcome My Friend Robin Chlad - 06/27/08 06:55 PM
Robin is an agent with Realty Executives. She joined AR yesterday, and has already signed up her first Rainer! Please click on her photo to go to her Active Rain blog and make her feel welcome.
Robin makes these cool hand-thrown, hand painted southwestern candle covers. The little ones are about … (35 comments)
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arizona: 60,000 point tune-up - Instead of changing sparks and plugs, I realized that I needed to change my attitude - 06/27/08 10:33 AM
I am going to get a 60,000 point tune-up…. kinda like my car needs a 60,000 mile tune-up as I past the 60,000 point in ActiveRain. It seemed that only yesterday I was a fresh out of real estate school with my enthusiasm, new business cards, and my whole life … (4 comments)
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arizona: Ocotillo Real Estate, Ocotillo Chandler Arizona, Ocotillo AZ Realtor - 06/27/08 08:30 AM
Search Ocotillo Homes
If you are interested in buying or selling a home in Ocotillo, I would welcome the opportunity to interview with you and consult you on the current real estate market.
Ocotillo is a master-planned community in Chandler. Ocotillo has become a hotbed for Intel executives and other … (0 comments)
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arizona: McDowell Mountain Ranch Real Estate, Scottsdale Arizona, McDowell Az Realtor - 06/27/08 08:27 AM
Search McDowell Mountain Ranch Homes
The McDowell Mountain Ranch real estate market is very unique due to the 26 different neighborhoods and 14 different builders. If you are considering buying or selling a home in McDowell Mountain Ranch, please contact me at 480-247-7244.
Tucked away in the foothills of the … (0 comments)
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arizona: McCormick Ranch Real Estate, McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Arizona, AZ Realtor - 06/27/08 08:24 AM
Search McCormick Ranch Homes
If you are interested in buying or selling real estate in McCormick Ranch in Scottsdale, please feel welcome to contact me at 480-247-7244 with any questions.
As the pioneer for master planned communities in the Phoenix Valley, McCormick Ranch was nearly the size of the entire … (0 comments)
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arizona: Las Sendas Real Estate, Las Sendas in Mesa Arizona, Las Sendas AZ Realtor - 06/27/08 08:21 AM
Search Las Sendas Homes
Contact Brandon Hunt with Remax should you have any real estate questions about the community of Las Sendas in Mesa, Arizona.
Las Sendas is bordered by the beautiful Usery Mountains and Tonto National Forest in Mesa's northeast corner. Residents of Las Sendas are surrounded by spectacular … (0 comments)
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arizona: Arizona Independents Week - 06/26/08 11:57 PM
Independents Week
Governor Napolitano Declares "Independents Week"
Governor Janet Napolitano has proclaimed June 30-July 6 to be “Independents Week” for Arizona. The proclamation coincides with Local First Arizona’s annual celebration of the independently owned, local businesses that are the backbone of a strong economy.
For the next week during Independents Week … (0 comments)
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arizona: Lending in Arizona.......HELP! - 06/26/08 11:49 PM
If no one buys the paper, than no one is buying homes……
If you’re a buyer who is looking for a home or a consumer who owns a home that is less than 417,000 than your spider web spreads farther than most. With rates dropping and the FED trying … (4 comments)
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arizona: Property Damage Restoration - 06/26/08 04:55 PM
Topic: Property Damage RestorationGuest: Lorena Tiburcio, Owner of PuroClean Sierra Vista
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(06/28/08) No one wants to think the worst or have to plan for the "WHAT IFs" of life. Today we have Lorena Tiburcio owner of PuroClean in the Studio and … (0 comments)
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arizona: Jim's Soapbox (June 08 Newsletter) - 06/25/08 06:25 PM
Jim's Soapbox
(Arizona Real Estate Newsletter - June 08)
You may have heard recently that this is a great time to purchase investment property. One reason for this is because you can now "cash flow" them again. That sounds like a pretty good idea, but what does that really translate into? … (1 comments)
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arizona: Upbeat news - 06/25/08 06:25 PM
It is amazing how a little good news in the media makes the phone ring. I had two calls today from potential buyers that heard about the State Senate passing the legislation on the Decades Theme Park. There is a lot of land and many residential lots located within a ten mile … (0 comments)
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arizona: Stock Market and Real Estate Market - 06/25/08 03:54 PM
What impact does the stock market have on the real estate market? Some would say for once the real estate market's loose rules for lending is what has caused the current implosion in financials in the stock market. Verses the usual where the economy tanks followed by the real estate market … (1 comments)
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arizona: Greater Phoenix Real Estate June Market Update I: East Valley Home Sales Up for the Fourth Straight Month - 06/25/08 02:10 PM
Welcome to the fourth monthly edition of the MyPhoenixMLS area-specific market conditions update. Today, I’ll post market conditions reports for the East Valley, including Chandler, Gilbert, Tempe, and Mesa; in my next post I’ll describe market conditions in the Scottsdale and Phoenix markets.
Chandler
In Chandler the number of homes resold … (0 comments)
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arizona: Greater Phoenix Real Estate June Market Update II: Mixed Reports in the Housing Markets - 06/25/08 02:03 PM
Let’s see what’s gone on in the Scottsdale and Phoenix area real estate markets this past month:
Scottsdale
The number of homes resold in Scottsdale in May increased dramatically – up 25.76% to 415 homes. The increase in sales volume in Greater Phoenix on whole was just under 3%. The median … (0 comments)
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arizona: Decades Theme Park Update - 06/25/08 11:35 AM
Good news for Pinal County,Az. The proposed Rock and Roll Theme Park called Decades has passed the Senate and has been sent to the Governor for her signature. If she signs the bill it paves the way for the project to proceed. It is located just off Interstate 10 in the … (0 comments)
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arizona: Arizona Housing Trust Fund at Risk - 06/25/08 10:44 AM
The Arizona House budget is recommending a $30 million sweep for the Arizona Housing Trust Fund (HTF), including $3.1 million from program funds, which would eliminate HTF for 2009 and slash Arizona Department of Housing (ADOH) staff.
What is worse, is that they want to change the funding source from … (0 comments)
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arizona: Only 300 Days till Taxes are Due!! - 06/24/08 08:54 PM
ok, maybe , you do have some time until you need to stress. However, if you are like me, and many Arizona Residents that cannot come inside from the sunshine, you wont start preparing your return until April 14th and any news is good news when it comes to taxes and … (0 comments)
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arizona: Arizona or perhaps bust!! LOL - 06/24/08 07:05 PM
I am looking for a home in Phx, AZ. I am looking in the Lakewood Subdivision, near 13th Street and E Wildwood. There are a few 2 bedroom 2 bath units coming into the subdivsion off the main drag. Can anyone help me that might be licensed in that part of the … (1 comments)
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arizona: Unstable Market! What is it? - 06/24/08 03:25 PM
In our current and unstable real estate market that is changing by the minute.
Though some are facing crisis, there are appreciations and profitable situations that you can get involved.
As the headlines reads,
Fastest Growing Real Estate Markets
I personally think and the data shows it! Now is certainly a … (2 comments)
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arizona: Today's Household Moving Tip - 06/24/08 08:17 AM
When packing up household goods, the natural inclination is to label the box's contents on the top of the box. That is a mistake.
Boxes should always be labeled on the side. That way, when they are stacked, the contents and the room they belong in will be clearly visable.
Boutique … (3 comments)
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arizona: Bill Austin on Social Media - 06/23/08 08:47 PM
Bill Austin presenting Social Media at the third Arizona Real Estate Blogger Network Meetup. This video is approximately 50 minutes long and will give you a general overview of what Social Media is and how to apply it to your Real Estate Business.
Bill Austin on Social Media from phoenixrealestatelive on … (3 comments)
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arizona: Greater Phoenix Area June Real Estate Market Update - 06/23/08 02:11 PM
It’s here again: time to produce my monthly Phoenix area real estate news video for Realty Times. Read on for a snapshot of what went on in the Phoenix area in May.
Did you miss my last Realty Times news video? You can check it out here: http://realtytimes.com/REUv/BobStahl
Enjoy!
RT: What … (1 comments)
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arizona: Chino Valley Arizona West Road 3 South - 06/23/08 07:46 AM
Under $350,000
2386 SF 2 car attached garage and more and more.
If you are looking for trees and a level lot. Wow here it is. Private patio with water feature. Oversized 2 car garage. Juniper trees surround the property. Drip system installed. Chicken coop. Great room has a fantastic fireplace … (0 comments)
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arizona: Horse Property in Waddell, Arizona - 10 Acres Irrigated - 06/22/08 11:03 PM
This property is awesome!!! Very few properties with this much acreage in the Phoenix, Arizona Valley. Located at the foothills of the White Tank Mountains with amazing views, grandfathered irrigation rights AND it can be split. Presently zone R-43. Waddell is a beautiful and rural community with beautiful tree-lined streets, irrigation … (8 comments)
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arizona: Is It a Bird? A Plane? An H2? - 06/22/08 06:25 PM
I must admit ... it's been hot here in Chandler. As I share this picture with you, I glance down at my weather report and it flashes a 110 at me ... yes, it's that hot. So, when I was driving down the street and saw this car in front of … (0 comments)
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arizona: Heatstroke 101 - 06/22/08 05:38 PM
Just a bit of humor to lighten everyone's mood on this spectacular day.
Our office has been doing this aggressive open house campaign for weeks with a great deal of success and today was my day to sit one of these open houses. Now it is Phoenix and we are in … (3 comments)
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arizona: Wanna Play A Game? Let's Play "Would You Rather?" - 06/21/08 10:58 PM
Sometimes when we're in the car, we like to quiz each other. It's a strange, but fun habit that everyone in my family partakes in. Well, actually, anyone who rides in my car gets to experience a barrage of "Would you rather .... " questions.
Wanna play? It's actually quite simple … (7 comments)
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arizona: Land for sale - 06/21/08 09:11 PM
I know I am not the first one out here to admit that they are in a cash crunch situation. I find myself land rich and cash poor. I have three parcels of land that I own. I need to sell one of them to help with the cash flow. I … (4 comments)
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arizona: Come to Payson for the Fourth of July! - 06/21/08 06:11 PM
Hi from Payson, AZ
Payson, being the friendly small town which it is, offers a great Fourth of July Celebration free to the community. There are usually various activities for the kids during the day, a concert in the early evening, and a fireworks display when its dark enough. All … (9 comments)
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arizona: investing in Real Estate (stocks) - 06/21/08 01:30 PM
Do I want to invest in Real Estate ? How do I do it? And how do I do it with diversification in mind?
One way to invest in Real Estate , now that the market has declined, is with stocks, or a basket of stocks in the US Stock markets. … (0 comments)
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arizona: The Power of Motivation - 06/21/08 09:32 AM
The Power of Motivation
As I sit in 114 degree heat in Arizona, I think how lucky my daughter is to have just left for camp in northern Wisconsin and get away from the hot weather for a couple of months. The camp director writes a daily diary entry filling in the parents on all … (0 comments)
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arizona: About Tradtion & Tradtion East - 06/20/08 08:52 PM
About Tradtion & Tradtion East
Tradtion and Tradtion East are a master planned community that feature several home builders and many styles and size homes. The neighborhood is located in Chandler between McQueen and Cooper Rds, bordered on the south by Chandler Blvd.
The neighborhood is a non-HOA community. … (0 comments)
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arizona: Gilbert Market Condtions - 06/20/08 08:50 PM
Gilbert has seen a slow down in the housing market and sales prices decline over the last several months. There has been stiff competition from builders which is hurting the resale market. Builders are offering large incentives which is putting price pressure on the resale market in addition to the increasing … (0 comments)
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arizona: Chandler Market Condtions - 06/20/08 08:49 PM
Chandler has continued to see a downward trend in home prices since the latter half of 2006. 2007 finished the year off with a depreciation rate of about 12% and the first decline in homes in over 15 years. May Residential HighlightsClosed sales are continuing to increase and May saw 340, … (0 comments)
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arizona: Governor announces local toll-free help line - 06/20/08 08:35 PM
STATE OF ARIZONA
EXECUTIVE OFFICE
JANET NAPOLITANO
GOVERNOR
WWW.AZGOVERNOR.GOV
NEWS RELEASE
FOR MORE INFORMATION
CONTACT:
PRESS OFFICE
(602) 542-1342
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, May 29, 2008
"MORTGAGE TROUBLE? DON'T DELAY. CALL TODAY."
Governor announces local toll-free help line
PHOENIX - Governor Janet Napolitano announced today the latest effort in a series … (0 comments)
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arizona: Arizona Real Esate Bloggers Network - 06/20/08 06:05 PM
What a tremendous turnout for the Arizona Real Estate Bloggers Network meeting this morning.
If you check out Christoph Schweiger on twitter you should find some photos and tweats about the goings on.
Steve Belt and Mike Jones and Jay Thompson and Shelli Bates and Bill Austin (that's me.) all gave … (4 comments)
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arizona: Hard Choices in a Tough Market - 06/20/08 03:06 PM
The owner's of the pristine little house wanted to move a state away to be closer to their family. They had not taken advantage of the boom market and felt they had missed the boat. They saw the price drop as a loss of money that belonged to them. Their desire … (0 comments)
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arizona: Arizona Day Trip- Wupatki Will Blow You Away! - 06/20/08 11:21 AM
One
of the great things about Arizona is the variety.
Yes... variety!
Arizona’s
not just
one big desert and a huge hole in the ground. We also have lakes,
mountains and
fertile plains. For activities you can water ski, snow ski, hike, bird
watch,
camp... you name it. In the … (1 comments)
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arizona: Grayhawk Real Estate, Grayhawk in Scottsdale Arizona, Grayhawk AZ Realtor - 06/20/08 11:01 AM
Search Grayhawk Homes
Grayhawk features some of Arizona's finest homebuilders specializing in single-family homes, townhomes, condominiums, luxury rentals, and custom home sites. The real estate market in Grayhawk is comparable to what you will find in most prestigious communities in North Scottsdale. Contact us at 480-247-7244 if you have any … (0 comments)
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arizona: Gainey Ranch Real Estate, Gainey Ranch in Scottsdale Arizona, Gainey Ranch Realtor - 06/20/08 10:58 AM
Search Gainey Ranch Homes
Should the Gainey Ranch real estate market be of interest to you and if you would like a more detailed analysis of homes on the market, please contact us so we can help address your specific needs and concerns. We take pride in exceeding your expectations … (0 comments)
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arizona: No Reserve Auction This Saturday - Referral or co-broke Opportunity - 06/19/08 07:13 PM
Join us for an awesome opportunity this Saturday, June 21st, in Payson Arizona. AMS (Auction Marketing Specialists) will be auctioning off property in Payson. Represent your clients and have the opportunity to earn up to 4% co-broke.
If your client is the OPENING BIDDER on any piece, special incentives apply! Contact … (0 comments)
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arizona: For Sale! 3 bed/2 bath Condo -- Just $85,000.00 - 06/19/08 04:55 PM
Just listed at $10,000 less than competing units. 3 large bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. Washer, dryer, refrigerator, microwave, range, dishwasher, and trash compactor are all included in sale. All 3 bedrooms and family room have ceiling fan. This home is very well insulated, so it stays very cool. The pool … (2 comments)
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arizona: Kingman Awaits You - 06/19/08 10:10 AM
You can find Kingman , Arizona in the northwestern part of the state near U.S. 93 and Interstate 40 right in the heart of the Haulapi and Cerbat mountain ranges. This city is truly a sight to see as it sits 3,400 feet above sea level, surrounded by breathtaking mountain views. … (0 comments)
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arizona: Moving Up? What You Need to Consider to Accommodate Your Growing Family - 06/18/08 03:41 PM
Moving Up? What You Need to Consider to Accommodate Your Growing Family
One of the most common reasons to buy a home is to accommodate your growing family. Perhaps you want to live in a neighborhood with better schools and more services, or maybe you need a bigger house as the … (0 comments)
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arizona: Phoenix Real Estate Blog: The Foreclosure Bus Tour Idea is Catching On - 06/18/08 03:26 PM
We’ve been doing it here for a while. Since Phoenix is one of the nation’s foreclosure hotspots (primarily due to the speculator-driven over-inflation of home prices and subsequent overbuilding – for more, check out last year’s blog “What’s behind the foreclosure crisis”), we’ve been helping first time and seasoned homebuyers, as … (0 comments)
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arizona: A Principle is a Principle no matter what - 06/18/08 03:09 AM
It is hard to find Genuine folks these days........
This past week one of my Escrow Officers had "Prior Knowledge" that the Buyer was MARRIED and asked for the Wife to sign a Disclaimer deed....she was asked by the Realtor to "LOOK THE OTHER WAY" however, she stood firm and … (9 comments)
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arizona: TURN KEY!!! 4BR 3BA, HUGE Pristine Lot, Spa, New Carpet, Incredible! - 06/17/08 12:58 PM
4 BR, 3 BA, 2740 SF, 13,278 SF Lot, 3564 E. Prkview Dr., Gilbert, AZ 85295, MLS#3009093
THIS HOME IS TURN KEY READY! The Great room is outstanding with entertainment niches and great back yard views. The kitchen is beautifully appointed with a large Breakfast Area, Center Island & Breakfast Bar, … (0 comments)
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arizona: Laureen Leston - John Hall & Associates Named Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce Ambassador of the Year - 06/16/08 11:44 PM
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arizona: Summer in Arizona - 06/16/08 09:59 PM
Well summer has finally hit us here in Arizona. We had a very mild spring and a good winter with a lot of moisture. The desert is alive with flowering vegitation and many colors. For those of you who think the desert is just hot, dry, and brown you should do … (1 comments)
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