arizona: Casa Grande Home on 1.26 Acre Horse Property with Pool - 07/16/08 04:34 PM
Ground Set Manufactured Home on 1.26 Acre Horse Property. 3 bedroom 2 bath. Very Open & spacious Floorplan. Kitchen has Tile, lots of Cabinets, Gas Stove, Pantry, Owner took Great Care of home. Better yet there's a Fenced Diving Pool to Cool off for the summer & a Large Garage/Workshop for … (0 comments)
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arizona: Casa Grande Arizona Home with Pool - 07/16/08 04:31 PM
Stunning Home. 1911 sq ft 3 bedroom 2 bath & den. Paradise like backyard w/Beautiful pool & separate spa. Covered patio Fabulous Kitchen w/Black Granite Counter Tops, Island & stainless appliances. 42' Oak Cabinets. Sep Formal Living & Dining Room, large family room, Den with Arched Entry. Unique pass-thru full bath. … (1 comments)
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arizona: Casa Grande Home in Copper Vista - 07/16/08 04:27 PM
Rare Find!! A Well Maintained 2306 sq ft Home w/3 bedrooms, 2.5 bath on a corner lot Den Downstairs and 1/2 bath & Spacious Loft Upstairs. Huge Backyard w/covered patio ready for a new pool or your own Ldsp ideas. Master Bedroom w/Walk-n-closet & spacious bath. Walk out onto the Balcony … (0 comments)
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arizona: Sante Fe Home on 5 acre Horse Property - 07/16/08 04:17 PM
Gorgeous Sante Fe Home on 5 Acres Horse Property. Three Bedroom, Two Bath 1784 sq ft home. Walk into the Great Room with a Gas Fireplace & tile everywhere except bedrooms. Spacious Master Bedroom with Walk-n-closet. Master Bath has Custom walk-n-shower with several shower heads. Kitchen has lots of cabinet space,dishwasher,refrigerator, … (0 comments)
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arizona: Home on 1.9 Acre Horse Property - 07/16/08 04:06 PM
1.9 Acre Horse property w/3BR 2BA Home located in Eloy, Arizona. Spacious Living Room. Kitchen has Bay window, with views to the back of property, Pantry, Gas Stove, Lots of Cabinets & counterspace. Large Bedrooms. Mountain Views & Starry Nights, Just a Short distance from the City. Bring your horses. Lots … (0 comments)
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arizona: Hello! I'm New to Tucson and Active Rain, and Loving It! - 07/16/08 02:50 PM
I'm a REALTOR, licenced in California and Arizona, and I've just moved here. I love my career, and sharing. "Life is better when it's shared" is my motto. I'm a single Mom, and my little four year old son is my heart, and the driving force in my life!
I look … (27 comments)
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arizona: We Just Keep Getting More Californians in Tucson. This One's a Winner! - 07/16/08 02:35 PM
I refer business to an Allstate Agency in my building, and stopped up to talk with one of the agents I work with.
While I was there, I met Kellie Pillors, whose picture doesn't do her justice! She is a whirlwind of smiling energy, and we hit it off immediately.
Kellie … (14 comments)
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arizona: I'm brand new to active rain!! - 07/16/08 01:26 PM
I'm new to Active Rain. Mike Jones invited me and this is my first blog post.
I'm an Allstate Agent in Tucson, but my real love is my volunteer job as a Foster Mom/Teacher for the Humane Society of Southern Arizona.
My outside blog is Superfosters.blogspot.com. Please come visit.
You … (53 comments)
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arizona: How Much Down Payment Do I Need To Buy Rural Real Estate? - 07/16/08 11:44 AM
One of the best things about the UDSA Rural Real Estate Loan is that it allows people with low to moderate income to qualify to buy real estate in a rural designated area for zero down payment.
Nothing Down...
No money out of pocket at all to get a USDA Rural … (0 comments)
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arizona: Snowbirds in Ontario Looking to Buy in Arizona - 07/16/08 09:48 AM
I am a real estate sales representative with RE/MAX in Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario. I currently have clients from Ontario looking to invest and/or buy a winter home in Arizona. I am currently working with an real estate representative from Arizona, but would love to get more contacts and information about the real … (1 comments)
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arizona: Market is picking up!! - 07/16/08 08:47 AM
People are becoming motivated to make the move; I have seen applications increase in just the past 2 weeks. Most of the applicants are looking for homes that range in the $100,000 to $250,000 range this amount appears to be the comfort area for most people I have seen lately. Market … (3 comments)
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arizona: Home, Home on the Ridge. Tucson, Arizona - 07/15/08 10:59 PM
Driving up towards Gates Pass along Gates Pass Road, you might never know that this home sits there.
It's perched on the ridge of the Tucson Mountains, overlooking the valley to the west, and Tucson to the east.
I've never been to the home; access is from the eastern flank of … (15 comments)
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arizona: Baseball is good news for Arizona - 07/15/08 01:37 PM
We seldom write about areas outside of Central Phoenix, Paradise Valley and Scottsdale, but sometimes news from other areas helps all the Valley.
The Cincinnati Red's have inked out a deal to start spring training in Goodyear, AZ. joining the Cleveland Indians in Cactus League play.
This is exciting for our … (2 comments)
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arizona: Live Venomous Critters at the Arizona Sonoran Desert Museum in Tucson, AZ (2 of 2) - 07/15/08 12:41 AM
Your REALTOR may or may not inform you about our desert critters here in Tucson. We live in a neighborhood called Tucson Estates II, and it is surrounded by Tucson Mountain Park, which in turn abuts Saguaro National Park West, in the Tucson Mountains on Tucson's western flank. Just down Kinney … (26 comments)
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arizona: Live Venomous Critters at the Arizona Sonoran Desert Museum in Tucson, AZ (1 of 2) - 07/15/08 12:21 AM
Saturday night entertainment. My Darlin' and I were on the very front row. My choice. She's a saint. The venue was an auditorium at the Arizona Sonoran Desert Museum, just down Kinney Road from our neighborhood, Tucson Estates II.
The two speakers for the evening came walking down the auditorium aisle … (5 comments)
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arizona: Active Rain - FireFox vs. Internet Explorer???? What are your thoughts and problems with each? - 07/14/08 03:08 PM
I've had several people let me know they were having a challenge reading and/or commenting on my blog posts. It dawned on me recently that I've pretty much switched over entirely to FireFox for posting on Active Rain, or else it doesn't work right.
I received a note from someone just … (66 comments)
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arizona: USDA Rural Designated Areas In Arizona - 07/14/08 02:24 PM
The USDA Rural designation might surpise you. The USDA says that the property must be designated as rural by the Rural Housing Service (RHS) and some designated rural areas actually look and feel more like the suburbs. In Tucson, the Rancho Vistoso area North of Tangerine Road has the coveted USDA … (1 comments)
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arizona: Payson, Arizona, the real estate hub of the world! - 07/14/08 02:14 PM
OK, SO I'm exaggerating. But it does totally amaze me how many people seem to find Payson, Arizona, and are interested in buying homes here. Payson is a very small town. When we moved here 15 yrs ago the population was 8,000+. The last I heard we are now near 16,000. When I am … (1 comments)
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arizona: Anthem Country Club - Short Sale - Over 3,700 sqft 4 bd 3.5 ba Gorgeous! - 07/14/08 12:13 PM
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arizona: Open House shuttles? - 07/14/08 08:48 AM
Good Monday morning everyone. I was talking to my son yesterday who lives in Arizona. He was telling me that in the Phoenix area, there are open house shuttles. With the high price of gas the idea intrigues me but I have some questions regarding how it works. If you have … (6 comments)
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arizona: 2646 Chiricahua Drive, Show Low, Arizona - 07/12/08 01:14 PM
Country Living in the Heart of Show Low
$324,500
Bedrooms:3 Baths: 2 Acreage: .50
This is a beautiful country home on a large ½ acre lot. The neighborhood is quiet and friendly. This home has 4 beautiful decks to enjoy the whispering tall ponderosa pines during our cool summers. … (1 comments)
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arizona: Xeriscaping: Think of it as Green Gardening - 07/11/08 11:05 PM
This lovely cactus is located on a side of my house (west) which has almost no windows.
I planted it to enhance someone else's view. Our neighbors had invited us for dinner, and I happened to stand at their kitchen window, which looks across their yard at my blank west wall. The … (10 comments)
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arizona: Phoenix Real Estate Blog: 10 Fun Things to do this Weekend in the Phoenix Area - 07/11/08 06:23 PM
It may be hot, hot, hot outside, but there are some cool things to do this weekend in the Valley! Check them out:
(And let me know if I’ve missed any of your favs!)
An Icy Evening at the Museum
What: Cool off from the heat by visiting our … (0 comments)
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arizona: Monsoons!! - 07/11/08 02:37 PM
For anyone that is unfamiliar with monsoons, they consist of heavy rains, lots of lightning, and hurricane type speed winds (not to forget the microbursts). Speaking for myself I love monsoon season in AZ. There is nothing more exciting than watching the huge thunder head clouds roll towards you with flashes … (1 comments)
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arizona: So What Exactly Is An FHA Secure Short Refinance? - 07/11/08 09:53 AM
Hi I'm Paul Dunn, Tucson's #1 FHA Mortgage Loan Originator and I am constantly getting the question "What is an FHA Secure short refinance". A Short Refinance is a transaction where the current lender forgives debt in order to complete the transaction.
Here's a real life example: (very simplified)
Let's say you … (4 comments)
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arizona: Testimonial for Brandon Hunt, Phoenix Arizona Realtor, Az Real Estate - 07/11/08 08:32 AM
If you are considering entrusting me in representing you in your real estate transaction, you should know more information on my professional experience and educational background. However, if you really want to know who I am, and why you should work with me, it's more important that you hear it from … (0 comments)
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arizona: Tucson's Jim Hogan Is Invited to Sing for President Bush! - 07/11/08 12:17 AM
Jim won't like this photo, but that's him on the right, practicing one of his numbers with the rest of us. Jim's a phenomenal lyricist and singer.
He called me this morning to let me know that he's been invited along with some others (none pictured here) to sing for President … (10 comments)
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arizona: Mesa Gated Community Short Sale- Home & Guest House - Now $660k - 07/10/08 09:37 PM
Here is a slide show for a
short sale property I listed that is located at 2505 E. Lehi Rd #15
Mesa AZ 85213.
The property includes a main house and guest house that also has a very
large office and game room. It's in a private gated
community that … (3 comments)
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arizona: How to speak "Payson" when you're hungry - 07/10/08 06:57 PM
I just reposted an entry from last year (so it would show on Localism- that's what the Q & A recommends) entitled "How to speak Payson". Since its almost supper time, this is a natural follow-up.
For a small town, Payson has quite a few good restaurants. This list is purely … (3 comments)
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arizona: I Hate the News! - 07/10/08 06:14 PM
Foreclosure filings continue to rise as a "combination of weak housing sales, falling home values, tighter mortgage lending criteria and a slowing U.S. economy has left financially strapped homeowners with few options to avoid foreclosure."
US foreclosure filings surge 53 percent in June
In fact, ... According to RealtyTrac, … (6 comments)
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arizona: Seasonal creeks, the "Mad-as-Hells", or How to speak "Payson" - 07/10/08 06:06 PM
Hi from Payson, AZ. By no means everyone in Arizona knows where Payson is (I know this by the blank looks I get when I mention it to someone in Phoenix). We're about an hour and a half drive north of the Phoenix area, and about 5,000 ft. UP. Long-time residents … (0 comments)
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arizona: So What Is A USDA Rural Home Loan? - 07/10/08 03:16 PM
When you think of USDA I know the first thing you think is HOME LOAN FINANCING! Right? Actually, if you're like most Americans you probably think of Milk, Cows, Pigs, Corn, Farms and a beautiful farm house. Anything but mortgages.
Rural, really isn't all that rural. Here is a picture of … (0 comments)
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arizona: John McCain for President 2008 - 07/10/08 02:16 PM
This is destined to be among the most popular articles on wordpress.com tomorrow, or at least in the top ten or so. Some sort of silly cat photo will probably be first.
John McCain for President 2008
The link above will have the latest version and news but the current version as … (1 comments)
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arizona: Phoenix Real Estate Blog Breaking News: Governor Napolitano Signs Loan Originators Licensing Bill - 07/10/08 01:12 PM
Arizona’s Governor Napolitano signed a proposal requiring that loan originators – mortgage loan officers – be licensed, just like real estate agents, appraisers, escrow agents. . . the list goes on.
I’ve written a couple of posts reporting on the progress of the bill:
Proposed bill would require Arizona loan … (0 comments)
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arizona: Phoenix Real Estate Blog: MyPhoenixMLS makes top blogs list in Carnival of Real Estate - 07/10/08 01:11 PM
This week’s Carnival of Real Estate was creatively hosted by TransparantRE.com and we made the top blogs list! Check out TransparentRE’s slide show of the top blogs here.
Thanks to Transparent Real Estate for hosting a great Carnival!
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arizona: Phoenix Real Estate Blog: House Swap Update - 07/10/08 01:10 PM
I’ve written a couple of blog posts in the past year about an interesting, if quirky, trend: house swapping.
(You give me yours and I’ll give you mine — trading houses and House swap (it’s not a new reality show)).
It works less like “Wife Swap” (you don’t give … (0 comments)
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arizona: The lenders need to wake up. - 07/10/08 10:45 AM
The lenders need to wake up.
Typical lenders have no idea what they have to do and how quickly they have to do it in order to keep people in their homes. They are not giving people options. We hear all the time about people who are told "We can't even … (1 comments)
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arizona: Short Refinance Is A Viable Option For Arizona Homeowners Looking At Foreclosure - 07/10/08 10:37 AM
The first thing I did this morning was read FoxNews and ran across this article that stated US Home Foreclosures Jump 53% In June. Being an FHA Mortgage Loan Originator in Tucson Arizona I was curious what the numbers looked like for Arizona. The reason I am writing this post is to … (0 comments)
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arizona: Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon - 07/10/08 12:29 AM
Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon
Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon Named
“Best Mayor in North America”
Every two years City Mayors presnts an award for the world’s most outstanding mayor. City Mayors is an international network of professionals working to promote strong and prosperous cities, and is headquartered in London. Phoenix Arizona Mayor … (8 comments)
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arizona: A few water saving tips - 07/09/08 06:37 PM
When washing dishes by hand, don't let the water run while rinsing. Fill one sink with wash water and the other with rinse water.
Use a layer of organic mulch around plants to reduce evaporation, promote plant growth, and reduce weeds.
Grab a wrench and fix that leaky faucet. It's simple, … (2 comments)
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arizona: What are the basic skills needed to generate more referrals? - 07/09/08 05:16 PM
fThe two most frequently asked questions when someone joins a networking group, like BNI for example, are How long do I have to network for before I begin receiving referrals and How many referrals will I get? There are several different factors that determine this but the top two are:
1) How … (6 comments)
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arizona: New Way to watch the Fireworks - 07/09/08 04:29 PM
Payson has a great fireworks show. They shoot them out over Green Valley Lake, the park around fills with people. We usually love it. But this year it drizzled rain and we didn't feel like sitting in it for hours to get a spot. We took our Jeep Wrangler on a … (0 comments)
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arizona: The Accidental Millionaire - 07/09/08 02:44 PM
Beverly Hillbillies Mansion- Photo
By Alan Light
America is home to accidental
millionaires.
These are
they who didn't plan on becoming wealthy; it just, for lack of a better
explanation, sort of happened.
This is how an older friend explained
it to me. "I arrived in town with … (11 comments)
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arizona: Gold Rush Days - 07/09/08 01:57 PM
Wickenburg is a town with so much history and heritage. What better way to celebrate than enjoying the 60 year old festivities of Gold Rush Days. Visitors from all over come to town on the second full weekend of every Febuary to experience three full days of non stop excitement.
The weekend starts on Frontier street with … (8 comments)
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arizona: Val Vista Lakes, Gilbert Arizona, Val Vista Lakes Realtor in Gilbert AZ - 07/09/08 08:58 AM
Search Val Vista Lakes Homes
Located in North Gilbert, Val Vista Lakes is a master planned community. The community consists of twenty-four residential subdivisions with almost 2,000 homes on 900 acres.
The community boasts four parks, meandering walking and biking paths, and a luxurious clubhouse. The clubhouse has an eight-court … (0 comments)
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arizona: Verrado Real Estate, Buckeye Arizona, Verrado Az Realtor in Buckeye - 07/09/08 08:54 AM
Search Verrado Homes
Verrado is located at the foothills of the White Tank Mountains in Buckeye, Arizona. It is a master-planned community that has the characteristics of Hometown, USA. The community is built around a pedestrian-friendly town square, which features a quaint Main Street Village that is full of small … (0 comments)
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arizona: Valencia Real Estate, Chandler Arizona, Valencia Az Realtor - 07/09/08 08:50 AM
Search Valencia Homes
Valencia is a master planned community built by TW Lewis in South Chandler. The community consists of six gate neighborhoods with 40 acres of open space adjacent to a planned 10-acre neighborhood park and a proposed elementary school site.
There are currently four neighborhoods that offered different … (0 comments)
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arizona: Vistancia Real Estate, Peoria Arizona, Vistancia Realtor in Peoria Az - 07/09/08 08:44 AM
Search Vistancia Homes
Voted 'Best Master Planned Community' in America in 2005 by the National Association of Home Builders, Vistancia definitely lives up to the hype. The amenities at Vistancia are woven throughout the community in a collection of villages. Each village has its own distinct characteristics which makes the … (0 comments)
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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 … (51 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, … (6 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 … (20 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 … (16 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 … (11 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. … (24 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 … (19 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 … (7 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 … (31 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 … (7 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 … (3 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 … (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 … (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 … (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 Phoenix , Arizona 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!
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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 $475,000 $319,900 Make an offer!!!
Stunning 6 bedroom semi custom home. 4520 square feet are perfect for your … (3 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
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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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