scottsdale realtor: Your Scottsdale Non Bank Owned Property Specialist! - 05/06/08 11:53 PM
Remember back in the day when the buying process entailed finding the home of your dreams? When value was defined by the home that held the most value to you?
Boy I do. I remember it like it was ... 2004, actually.
See, in 2005, everything went nutty in Scottsdale. With rampant speculative buying driving … (73 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: A Day Late and A Dollar Short Sale: Open Letter to a Lender - 04/13/08 12:40 AM
Dear nameless, faceless lending institution,
I am writing today to extend my deepest regrets that our clients have decided to purchase another home while you fumbled around with their offer for the past 8 weeks. You see, there is just so darned much inventory on the market, that when you take two … (41 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: On Board the McCormick Ranch Railroad (Video)! - 04/06/08 10:17 PM
All aboard! Climb on board the Standard Pacific Railroad with the Slaybaughs at the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park in McCormick Ranch. Just one of the countless amenities that make McCormick Ranch one of the most admired planned communities in not only Scottsdale, but the entire country. With little ones … (35 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: New NE Phoenix Listing: Remodeled Gem on Huge Lot in the Chaparral High School District! - 03/24/08 10:36 PM
A remodeled home on an 18,000 square foot lot in the Chaparral High School District for less than $500,000?!!! Am I kidding? Nope! This might just be the best value in all of Northeast Phoenix and Scottsdale. The land alone is nearly worth the asking price!
(Yes, I am aware there is a … (10 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: New Lake Community Listing in McCormick Ranch! 8127 E. Del Capitan Dr. - 03/15/08 01:24 AM
Welcome to Vista Del Lago, the premier lakefront subdivision in McCormick Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ.
***UPDATE***
This listing has been cancelled. For a detailed list of our current inventory, please visit us at McCormick Ranch Real Estate Listings
While most of McCormick Ranch was developed en masse by larger production-level builders, Vista Del … (10 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: Georgia On My Mind - 03/06/08 08:24 PM
I can't use my right hand to turn the key in the ignition because the splint gets in the way. I have to shake hands with my left.I flipped off the entire gym when I attempted to perform a bench press yesterday. Admittedly, I do this last one all the time. Don't even … (38 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: Scottsdale AZ Relocation Package - 03/04/08 09:08 PM
Scottsdale, Arizona is one of the most coveted destinations in the country. With tourists descending upon our city limits every spring, many become vacation homeowners and ultimately year-round residents. The lifestyle is just that appealing. Whether your pastime/obsession is golf, hiking, shopping, outdoor living or just the romantic call of the … (14 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: Tee it Up! Golf Courses in Scottsdale, Arizona - 03/04/08 06:56 PM
Scottsdale and Golf go together like peanut butter and jelly. Like Sam and Dave. Rest and relaxation.
Listed in the 2006 Robb Report as "America's Best Place to Live for Golf," scratch players and weekend duffers alike make the pilgrimage to play Scottsdale's traditional and target desert courses every year. Many end … (18 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: My Life So Far ... (Part 5) - 02/27/08 04:04 PM
Well, at least temporarily, we've reached the end of the road. While I will revisit this series in the coming years, this installment brings us current. 33 years distilled to 5 slideshows.I have previously invited readers into my early childhood (Part 1), adolescence through my early years in Real Estate (Part 2), … (16 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: My Life So Far ... (Part 4) - 02/27/08 12:26 AM
We are almost caught up!After wading through piles of old photographs, I have assembled a series of slideshows to (vainly) tell my life story for me. Part 1, predictably, chronicles my earliest years. Part 2 marks my progression from high school through college, and into my early years in Real Estate. Part … (18 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: My Life So Far ... (Part 3) - 02/26/08 12:38 PM
My life so far ...Telling my life story through old pictures is the goal I set about to accomplish recently. It began as a means of allowing my readers a peak into the window of my life, but it turned into something more. I can't even begin to express how cathartic … (15 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: My Life So Far ... (Part 2) - 02/25/08 09:44 PM
My life in photos. That is the ambitious undertaking I began over the weekend.
What a ridiculously difficult task it is to attempt to boil the sum of one's life to an assortment of photographs. With every turn of the page of every old photo album in mine and my parents' … (15 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: My Life So Far ... (Part 1) - 02/25/08 05:39 PM
In this digital age that we live in, there exists a startling contradiction of unprecedented access to information and self-imposed isolation. Everything you could ever wish to know on most any subject is a mere mouse click away, and yet this newfound autonomy pulls us further away from the world around … (22 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: New Home in an Old Favorite! New McCormick Ranch listing! - 02/22/08 09:33 PM
McCormick Ranch has long been one of the premier master planned communities in Scottsdale, if not all of Arizona. Famous for its miles of greenbelts, walking paths, parks and lakes, the neighborhood amenities and location are unrivaled. With the majority of houses in McCormick Ranch having been built in the 1970s and … (10 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: New McCormick Ranch Listing: Remodeled McCormick Ranch Patio Home For Sale! - 02/17/08 09:25 AM
Just in time for the spring season, this beautiful new McCormick Ranch listing is perfect for seasonal and full time residents alike. Located on an interior culdesac lot in the lake subdivision of Heritage Village 3, this patio home is ideal for the buyer looking for the privacy of a single-family … (2 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: The Scottsdale Unified School District - 02/03/08 10:23 PM
The Scottsdale Unified School District is one of the primary drivers for relocation to Scottsdale, Arizona. Consistently ranked at the top of school districts across the state, it is little wonder that many new Arizona residents with families opt to begin their searches for a new home here. With composite test … (14 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: Why Move to Scottsdale, Arizona? - 01/29/08 11:55 AM
Despite an uneasy Real Estate market at large, the mass exodus from other parts of the country to sunny Scottsdale, Arizona continues unabated. Having swapped the title of fastest growing population back and forth with Nevada over the last several years, Arizona welcomed a net gain of 173,066 residents from July … (30 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: 5 View Lot Property Open House in Troon (Scottsdale): Sunday, 1/27, 1-4 PM - 01/27/08 10:52 AM
Hey Scottsdale, come see 5 stunning view lot properties in Troon Village (Whispering Ridge) Sunday, 1/27 between 1-4 PM. Offering stunning city light and mountain views, prices range from $739,000 to $1,198,000. Take Happy Valley Rd East from Pima, past Alma School to Whispering Ridge and follow the signs for the following participating … (7 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: Out with the Old, In with the New - 01/26/08 11:16 AM
He comes every Tuesday.The engine's low growl and the frequent squeal of overmatched brakes audible long before he rounds the corner. My son jumping up and down at the front door alerting me to the approaching Twuck! Twuck! Stepping outside in pajama pants and robe, I make my way to my … (35 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: McCormick Ranch Real Estate Market Report (January 2008) - 01/23/08 01:08 PM
The McCormick Ranch Real Estate Market in Scottsdale, Arizona maintained a fairly consistent level of performance through the late stages of 2007. Looking back at the last three months, we can get an idea of the average rate of sale, list prices, days on the market, etc. Comparing the current crop … (6 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: Day Trips from Scottsdale: The Phoenix Mountain Preserve - 01/21/08 05:42 PM
As part of my continuing series of things to do in and around Scottsdale, Phoenix and Paradise Valley, Arizona, today's edition is devoted to the Phoenix Mountain Preserve.
As the Valley has been beset by rapid expansion and development, political forces have been at odds over the preservation of our native land. Victories … (27 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: Dreaming of Scottsdale, Arizona - 01/13/08 09:17 PM
What is it about Scottsdale, Arizona that keeps a nomadic spirit tethered to her soil for 32 years? What magic do these desert arroyos and mountain vistas possess to hold a native's heart hostage?The answers change daily. Today's? Sunshine on my face.With friends in town, I followed a long Saturday night … (47 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: McCormick Ranch Real Estate Market Report (December 2007) - 12/28/07 04:34 PM
It's the end of the month, so that means it's time for my monthly McCormick Ranch Real Estate Market Report. In keeping with the spirit of the holidays, let's see who was naughty and who was nice this month. The evidence does not come in the form of presents nor stockings … (8 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: More Resolutions from a Scottsdale Realtor - 12/28/07 12:16 AM
The calendar on the wall tells me that it is December 27th, so that can only mean one thing. Actually, that can mean many things, but let's focus on the agenda at hand.
It's resolution time.
I have already laid out a paradigm shift that I will employ in my personal life … (45 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: Scottsdale's 12 Days of Mischief - 12/23/07 01:31 PM
On the First Day of Mischief, my toddler gave to me:
A perfectly devious smile!
On the Second Day of Mischief, my toddler gave to me:
Two inoperable showers and a perfectly devious smile!
On the Third Day of Mischief, my toddler gave to me:
Three sticky messes, two inoperable showers, and a … (61 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: Just Sold in McCormick Ranch! - 12/22/07 12:13 PM
Think nothing is selling in the current Scottsdale AZ Real Estate market? I don't blame you, given the beating the industry has taken in the press over the past 6 months. As is usually the case with the media, there is a good deal of truth to the reports, but a … (10 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: Foreclosures: the Best Values in Scottsdale? - 12/15/07 10:56 AM
Top secret inside information. Everyone in Scottsdale wants it.
Whether it is the neighbor in financial difficulty that has hinted it might be time to sell or the allure of the untapped gold mine of the foreclosure market, it is largely held that the best deals are found in the margins. … (18 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: Just Sold in McCormick Ranch! - 12/12/07 11:43 PM
Think nothing is selling in today's market? Think again! With the right marketing plan, pricing, staging, and ... ahem, Realtor, it is not only possible, but imminent! Here is one recent success story.
8101 E. Morgan Trail, Scottsdale AZ 85258 - SOLD
Despite the struggles of the market at large, you own … (6 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: To Whom It May Concern - 11/30/07 09:50 AM
I know you want the listing.
I don't blame you. It really is a sweetheart.
You want it so much that you started calling my client 3 minutes after he decided to take his home off the market for the holidays. You somehow knew there was blood in the water before I actually … (61 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: Holiday Lights in the Red Rocks: Sedona AZ - 11/26/07 09:53 PM
One of the biggest misconceptions about Arizona is that it is all desert. Ask someone who doesn't live here about our Southwestern home and they will conjure images of tumbleweed, cactus and Wyatt Earp. While it is true that the greater Phoenix Valley features some of the most beautiful desert vistas … (41 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: Where Do I Find a Starbucks in Scottsdale? - 11/22/07 01:54 PM
First and foremost, I'd like to welcome all of our winter visitors to beautiful Scottsdale, Arizona. Whether you are staying in lush McCormick Ranch, peaceful Scottsdale Ranch, the newer McDowell Mountain Ranch with its desert vistas or any of our other wonderful communities, you are going to have some questions.Sure, you would like to … (37 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: Should I Buy Now or Should I Wait Until Spring? - 11/13/07 12:01 PM
That question is on a lot of people's minds. It certainly is for a friend of mine looking to buy his first home. We met over drinks last night at Ticoz (a Phoenix restaurant with fantastic Martini's btw) to discuss what he should do. The first thing he said was, "My … (0 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: 8506 N. 80th Place, Scottsdale AZ 85258 (McCormick Ranch) - 10/28/07 05:38 PM
Welcome to the pinnacle of McCormick Ranch living. Tucked in to the most desirable section of the Ranch, this exquisite property features 4 Bedrooms, 2.75 Baths, and nearly 2500 square feet or remodeled excellence.
Split Guest Suite with attached 3/4 BathTravertine & Marble FlooringStainless Steel Kitchen AppliancesDual Master Walk-in ClosetsPlantation ShuttersGlass Block … (12 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: Things To Do In Scottsdale When You're Dead - 10/25/07 01:58 PM
El Dia De Los Muertos. Day of the Dead. While the rest of the country celebrates Halloween, many parts of the Southwest will also kick off celebration of El Dia De Los Muertos. The name is a bit of a misnomer as the celebration actually takes place over several days. … (18 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: 24350 N. Whispering Ridge Way 48, Scottsdale AZ 85255 - 10/22/07 02:45 PM
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scottsdale realtor: Forever Views in Whispering Ridge at Troon Village, Scottsdale AZ (Reduced!!!) - 10/11/07 11:56 PM
Are You Ready For This?Some of the very best views in all of Scottsdale can be found in Troon. Nestled high in the hills of the Whispering Winds at Troon Village gated enclave, this Geoffery Edmunds beauty boasts unrivaled mountain and city light views. From the majestic boulders that you … (16 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: The McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park in Scottsdale, AZ - 10/02/07 10:08 PM
ALL ABOARD!
The McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park has been a staple of Scottsdale, AZ since opening to the public in 1975. The 30 acre park sits on land that was donated to the city in 1967 by the Fowler McCormick family. The jewel of the park is the 5/12 (5 inches … (24 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: Do I Need a Buyer's Agent to Purchase From a Builder? - 09/30/07 09:36 AM
I am routinely asked whether a buyer really needs an agent when purchasing from a builder. In a word, "YES!" Purchasing directly from a builder, with no representation, is the same as purchasing directly from the listing agent on a resale transaction. Actually, it is fraught with even more peril as … (36 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: New Carpet, Paint and $50K Price Reduction at 8101 E. Morgan Trail in Scottsdale (McCormick Ranch)! - 09/22/07 11:06 PM
***Update! Update! Update!***
This property has been sold! Please vist us at www.rayandpaul.com to see more McCormick Ranch homes!
Already the steal of McCormick Ranch, our listing at 8101 E. McCormick Ranch just got better. We have heard the feedback and taken action. The violet hues in the living room and hallway? Gone. … (2 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: McCormick Ranch Real Estate Report, September 2007 - 09/21/07 03:51 PM
Inventory. That is what is plentiful in McCormick Ranch right now. It has never been a better time to be a buyer for this highly sought after community. Interest rates remain low and there are more houses to choose from than at any time in recent memory. Sellers should not despair, … (0 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: Scottsdale Home Reduced, Staged & Ready to be Engaged! - 08/31/07 12:33 PM
My beautiful listing in South Scottsdale is even more beautiful today! Already gorgeously remodeled(new kitchen cabinets, granite countertops, new appliances, new flooring, raised ceilings, new bath vanities, new light fixtures, new pool plaster, pump and filter, and more), this Park Scottsdale gem is now being shown at its true potential. Wonder where … (0 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: Time to Check Those Roofs in Arizona! - 08/14/07 11:39 AM
As I lay awake early this morning, enthralled with the majestic power of a desert thunderstorm, my thoughts wandered to work. As always. Anyone familiar with our state knows that we have been experiencing drought conditions for a while now, so the sights and sounds of an honest to goodness Monsoon rainstorm are always welcome. … (9 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: Scottsdale REALTORS unite for Community Open House extravaganza! - 08/06/07 07:28 PM
Determined to increase buyer traffic and excitement in the Park Scottsdale subdivisions of South Scottsdale, local REALTORS from 14 brokerages are banding together for a Community Open House. With 48 agents tentatively committed to taking part, South Scottsdale REALTORS will invite the public into their listings en masse on both August 25th and … (4 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: 8101 E. Morgan Trail, Scottsdale, AZ 85258 - 08/01/07 08:52 PM
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scottsdale realtor: Remodeled South Scottsdale Home for Sale! Park Scottsdale Gem! - 07/26/07 09:57 PM
Note: to skip propaganda and head straight to the pictures, scroll down now! Would you like to live in Scottsdale, Arizona? Not the far reaches of the north with the look-alike houses and matching Mercedes Benz, but the heart of Scottsdale? South Scottsdale Real Estate boasts the unbeatable charm of Old Town and wonderful mid-century ranch … (2 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: McCormick Ranch Real Estate Update, 7/25/2007 - 07/26/07 12:16 AM
North McCormick Ranch Real Estate Market Report McCormick Ranch in Scottsdale AZ, while not performing to the levels of the boom of 2005-2006, is outperforming the general Phoenix & Scottsdale Real Estate market. We have found that well priced homes in excellent condition are still selling at a respectable pace. Buyers are choosier this … (0 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: McCormick Ranch Steal! (Update - SOLD!) - 07/24/07 03:28 PM
Welcome to McCormick Ranch in beautiful Scottsdale, AZ! The premier planned community in Scottsdale, McCormick Ranch offers miles of greenbelts, bike paths, lakes for fishing & boating, golf, parks, fine dining, resorts and top rated schools!
If you have been waiting for the perfect opportunity to take advantage of this buyer's market, … (2 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: Don't they light it up? - 07/22/07 12:18 AM
The Grand Canyon is one of the most jaw-dropping sights on earth. People come from around the world to see our big hole in the ground, only to find that it is an even bigger hole than they ever imagined. It is a bit of a tradition for just about anyone who … (19 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: McCormick Ranch in Scottsdale AZ - 07/21/07 12:39 PM
McCormick Ranch is Scottsdale's first, and arguably greatest, master planned community. Incorporated in 1972, McCormick Ranch was developed in phases to become what it is now today. Known for two championship 18-hole golf courses, more than 25 miles of bicycle paths, public tennis courts, 130 acres of man-made lakes, it is the greenery which makes … (0 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: Would you hire a Realtor to cut your hair? - 07/20/07 11:45 PM
I had coffee the other day with one of my very best clients. His treat. I was feeling great because I had just helped his parents write a contract on a new home earlier in the week after a whirlwind search. This cup of coffee was my "attaboy" for another job … (21 comments)
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scottsdale realtor: OverPriced Homes in Arizona - 06/27/07 03:06 PM
Your home has been on the market how long?!?!If you have been paying attention to the Arizona Real Estate market, I'm sure you've heard alot of talk. People will tell you the market is down, the market is slow, buyers market etc. I'm sure you've heard all the catch phrases floating … (0 comments)
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