surprise: So You Want to Buy Real Estate in Arizona .... my fellow Canadian - 07/27/08 02:47 AM
You know its coming. Sometimes at the end of August the signs are already there. Labour Day comes (yes I spelled Labour via the Queen's English today) and you can already feel the nip in the air in the morning. You know it might be a short fall. If we are … (0 comments)
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surprise: 15128 N. 158th Ln. Surprise, AZ 85379 - 07/20/08 10:16 AM
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surprise: 21104 N. Vista Trl. Surprise, AZ 85387 - 07/20/08 09:52 AM
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surprise: Be careful when buying a home in a community governed by an HOA! - 07/17/08 08:18 PM
A new victim is beginning to suffer as a result of the condition of the mortgage and real estate market here in the towns and communities that surrounds Phoenix such as Tempe, Surprise and Peoria.
That unlikely victim is actually the good paying member of the HOA communities so prevalent in Arizona.
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surprise: Foreclosure Numbers in a Few Select Metro Phoenix Zip Codes - 07/14/08 02:48 AM
Occasionally I will run the numberes on zip codes in the Phoenix area to see how they look. As of tonight (Sunday, July 13th at 1130 PM AZ Mountain Standard Time) we had the grand prize being tied between Surprise's 85379 and Buckeye's 85326 both @ 649 foreclosures scheduled in the … (1 comments)
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surprise: What's New in Surprise, Arizona? - 07/06/08 07:38 AM
I love to monitor what is new to Surprise or COMING SOON! I get so busy with work and have a tendancy to drive the same routes all the time, so if I didn't check in with the city of Surprise I would miss some exciting additions to our community.
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surprise: 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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surprise: Real Estate Corner... by Nikolai Realtor, Sun City Arizona - 06/15/08 10:13 PM
Real Estate Corner... by Nikolai Realtor, Sun City Arizona
Q. How Soon After We Put Our House On The Market Should We Start Looking For A New Home?A. Well, that depends on a number of factors. If your current home is owned outright, and you're not making payments on it, … (4 comments)
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surprise: BUYERS! Get of the Fence! - 06/06/08 03:57 PM
Why is now the time?
There are real reasons to believe the market is no longer declining, but is now in a trough.
There is less inventory available. Inventory levels have been decreasing since the first of the year. Wait much longer and your choices will be limited.
Greater sales. … (2 comments)
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surprise: Hello ActiveRain! - 06/03/08 04:37 PM
Hello ActiveRain!
I just wanted to introduce myself... I am new to ActiveRain and can't wait to check it out!
My Client-First Philosophy
There are many qualities and skills that go into being an excellent real estate professional - integrity, in-depth community and market knowledge, marketing savvy, effective negotiation skills and … (14 comments)
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surprise: Five Reasons This Creative Marketing Strategy Will Work! - 05/31/08 12:53 PM
I received a gift this week that totally suprised me! It had been a challenging week, but I received a small but powerful surprise! I received a beautiful white rose bouquet that was totally unexpected. My husband has been great on giving me flowers throughout our almost 29 year marriage. It … (15 comments)
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surprise: SURPRISE ARIZONA REAL ESTATE MARKET CONDITIONS - 05/30/08 08:49 PM
SURPRISE AZ REAL ESTATE
I continuously monitor local real estate statistics to keep my clients informed and ahead of the real estate trends. Below you will find Surprise AZ real estate statistics for the 4th week of May 2008.
New Homes on the market: 67
Number of homes entering escrow: 103
Number of homes closing … (0 comments)
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surprise: Caveat Emptor......Buyer Beware - 05/22/08 04:10 AM
The poor buyer. Many of the more serious buyers are out there now, the ones that sat out the bubble years, and are dealing with REO's and foreclosures. These homes are selling 40-60% on the dollar. Sometimes even less.
THAT DOES NOT MEAN THEY ARE A BARGAIN!!!
I … (3 comments)
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surprise: Surprise Valley Community, Boise, Id - 05/20/08 10:15 PM
Welcome to Idaho and the Surprise Valley Community located between Warm Springs Ave and Highway 21 -near the Old Oregon Trail and along the black basalt cliffs this area is known for. This is east Boise living at it's finest.
Ideal for the recreationist - minutes from Lucky Peak Reservoir. Also boasting easy … (0 comments)
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surprise: How About Those Diamondbacks! - 04/28/08 08:18 PM
For those of you who thought the Arizona Diamondbacks were a "fluke" or "lucky" last year to win the NL West, take a look at the standings as of today. An 18-7 record leads the league and they aren't stopping there. If you want to see great pitching, timely hitting, power … (7 comments)
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surprise: Phoenix Area Foreclosures - 04/08/08 03:10 AM
Is there anyone out there interested in buying a foreclosed bank owned property? ie a bargain! That appears to be the name of the game these days. Buying foreclosures or short sales for 50 cents on the dollar. Tonight I went through all of the zip codes in the valley. Everyone … (0 comments)
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surprise: Love is the KILLER APP! - 03/31/08 01:00 AM
Investment Approach to Real Estate
I've compiled a list of Marley Park SHORT SALE properties! All it takes is an investor to purchase a stunning home in this sought-after community. Lack of rentals in the area can bring in as much as much as $1300 per month or as low as $1100, depending on … (0 comments)
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surprise: Immaculate Home In Marley Park - 13102 N. 153rd Ave - 03/02/08 05:27 PM
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surprise: Sun City Grand - Homes Sold December 2007 - 01/29/08 01:39 PM
In December 2007 there were 28 homes sold. These averaged in price between $183,000 and $850,000 and square footages between 1138 and 3389. The average of the 28 homes was $337,346.
If you would like more information about Sun City Grand, please view my website, Don Rich Homes, or don't hesitate to contact … (0 comments)
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surprise: Ashton Ranch Beauty - 12/22/07 01:01 PM
This charming home was just listed in Ashton Ranch and is price to sell now! This is in a terrific location and close to the Surprise Recreation Campus. Call me or see at www.sellingedge-azre.com.
This is a one owner, well kept home and the owner just got married and is moving out … (0 comments)
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surprise: The Mortgage Sky Is Not Falling. But... - 12/15/07 11:54 AM
it is certainly raining cats and dogs...
Of course, as
we are all aware, these days... it is in deed a Buyer's Market. That has
been abundantly clear and demonstrated by the conclusion of negotiations for
the property after property across the USA. That continues to be the case,
and... … (2 comments)
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surprise: Surprise - Safest Place to Live - 11/28/07 02:33 PM
Not only is Surprise, Arizona very beautiful but it has been named one of the safest cities in the country and the safest in Arizona, according to the 14th annual "City Crime Rankings: Crime in Metropolitan America" which was released on November 19, 2007.
Surprise Police Chief Dan Hughes said that a … (6 comments)
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surprise: Surprise Party - 11/18/07 09:23 AM
Everyone loves a party and a Surprise party is always terrific. You are all invited to the 6th annual Surprise Party at the Surprise Recreation Campus in Surprise, Arizona on Friday November 30th and Saturday December 1st. The admission is free with a donation to Sanderson Ford's Operation Santa Claus.
There will be … (2 comments)
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surprise: Ashton Ranch - Surprise, Arizona - 11/17/07 10:17 AM
If you are looking to purchase a home in the beautiful community of Ashton Ranch, located in the heart of Surprise, Arizona now is the time to buy. There are currently 57 homes offered through the Arizona Multi-list Service and these homes range from $156,900 to $252,000.
Now is a perfect time … (0 comments)
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surprise: Are you Listening? - 11/17/07 09:43 AM
When President Lyndon Johnson was junior senator from Texas,he had a sign on the wall of his office that read: "You ain't learning nothing when you're doing all the talking."
As Realtors we love to talk, love to let the client know all about what we can do for them and how … (7 comments)
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surprise: Sun City Grand - Classic - Impressive Amenities - 11/16/07 05:02 PM
Welcome to my Sun City Grand Real Estate Page. Sun City Grand is a Del Webb/Pulte Master Planned Retirement Community located in Suprise, Arizona about 20 miles from downtown Phoenix as a crow flies and north of Bell Road and west of Grand Avenue. Within this beautiful community you will find over … (0 comments)
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surprise: Phoenix & its greater Metropolitan Area - A great place to live, work & play - 11/07/07 10:13 PM
Welcome to Phoenix & its Greater Metropolitan area (includes, among others, Scottsdale, Cave Creek, Tempe, Chandler, Glendale, Surprise, Peoria, Goodyear. With a diverse & vibrant quality of life Metropolitan Phoenix offers an abundance of cultural, recreation and vacation activities: golf courses, hiking, climbing, biking, skiing is an easy 1½ hour drive, … (0 comments)
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surprise: Give Back - 11/05/07 09:52 PM
Volunteers are always needd at the Surprise Food Bank. If you are looking for a way to give back to the community and team-build at the same time, join the St. Mary's/Westside Food Bank Alliance as a group or an individual.
The food bank can use from five to 150 volunteers … (0 comments)
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surprise: Tuscan ACRE Estate in Gated Community - 11/05/07 09:11 PM
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surprise: Have a Voice - 11/03/07 10:33 AM
Many cities in beautiful Arizona have elections on Tuesday 11/6. Many offices are up for election and candidates need your support. Take the time to let your voice be heard by voting for the people of our choice. Don't let a few make decisions in your cities and towns by staying … (2 comments)
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surprise: Dysart School District Boundaries - 10/31/07 05:07 PM
Do you have kids in the Dysart School District? Are you interested in the boundaries for the coming years?
The Dysart Unified School District is forming a committee to review the boundaries for the 2008-2009 school year and those parents and community members are invited to participate in the process.
The meeting … (1 comments)
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surprise: Secret Agent - 10/30/07 12:50 PM
So you want to purchase, sell or lease your home in Surprise, Arizona and use a professional Realtor to insure fair and ethical treatment. Congratulations on your first correct decision! Now where do you go and how do you decide which agent to utilize? Let me suggest some criteria that might help you select … (6 comments)
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surprise: What a SURPRISE...$597,000 for ACRE Estate! - 10/26/07 11:23 PM
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surprise: Moonlighting - 10/26/07 01:17 PM
I read an interesting article in the Orlando Business Journal about Realtors taking a second job or even switching careers during this current housing downturn. On such Realtor was going to supplement his income by waiting tables at the Stonewood Grill & Tavern. One young lady decided to take a nine-week course … (28 comments)
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surprise: Supper Bowl 2008 - 10/24/07 09:36 PM
For those of you that think the Superbowl is just for football, think again. The operators of the University of Phoenix Stadium home of the the 42nd Superbowl, Global Spectrum in conjunction with St. Mary's/Westside Food Bank Alliance are teaming up to collect 63,400 meals, the exact number of seats in … (1 comments)
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surprise: What Do You Sell? - 10/23/07 01:15 PM
Price, listing price, selling price, pricing is everywhere. What do you sell? If a prospective client says the price you want to list my house for is too low what do you do? If a prospective buyer says the price is too high what do you say? How many times have you … (4 comments)
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surprise: My Weekend Update for October 20th & 21st - 10/22/07 04:52 PM
This weekend was really relaxing for me for a change. Saturday was probably the best day I have had in a while. I had a foreclosure seminar to work Saturday morning, our first of many, and had a great turnout. Everyone who came was qualified to buy and are going out … (1 comments)
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surprise: Help Me Understand - 10/21/07 10:48 AM
I read the following post http://activerain.com/blogsview/134449/Property-Managers-Help-Meand wanted to respond to Sara on her property management quandary. I find many landlords have the same questions and lack of understanding on property management.
I would be confused by the answers her "interviewed" property managers gave to her as well. My experience with "most" property management/managers … (1 comments)
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surprise: Make it Work - 10/21/07 09:58 AM
Foreclosure! What a terrible word to deal with in today's housing market. Homeowners facing foreclosure have several options available to them.
One option is to consider an auction to unload the property quickly. Another viable option for owners to work out a payment arrangement and schedule with their lender, rather than … (2 comments)
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surprise: Freshly Coated Community Walls - 10/12/07 04:26 PM
If you live in Kingswood Parke have you noticed the fresh paint being applied to the community walls? This project is nearing completion in the front section of the community with a lighter color paint than was original used.
The HOA is utilizing association dues to clean, fix and maintain the beauty of … (3 comments)
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surprise: The Friend Priced The Home! - 10/11/07 05:14 PM
I'm sure all of you have been there but I just have to laugh and wonder what people are thinking in today's market. An HOA property manager referred a potential client to me to either sell her house or to lease it for her. I contacted Mrs. Jones (name changed to … (7 comments)
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surprise: Showing homes - 10/10/07 07:53 AM
This was interesting- the article entitled "Horror Story" is the tale I am referring to. How many agents (and buyers!) has this sort of thing happened to? I remember my first week as an agent, when I was sent out to bring an appraiser through a property for my broker. Should … (2 comments)
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surprise: Don't Hit the Ducks - 10/09/07 06:57 PM
Kingswood Park is a gorgeous community in the Northwest part of Phoenix. The many water features are home to ducks and other fowl. Please, when you go by the water watch out for the ducks!
When you get to the stop sign the ducks have the right of way! Seriously, if … (2 comments)
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surprise: Exposure, Exposure, Exposure - 10/08/07 11:19 PM
On another post for Surprise, Arizona we learn that 1 in 18 houses were sold last month. What does that mean to you if you want to sell your home? It means that the Realtor you choose is extremely important. Anyone can list a home, all it takes is filling out the paperwork … (3 comments)
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surprise: Dirty Homes For Sale - 10/07/07 10:03 AM
Is it me are do you find dirty homes hard to sell? I recognize that with so many homes "priced to sell" by the banks that not a lot of work goes into "sprucing" them up. However, if I work hard to get a listing I want that property to sell. … (14 comments)
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surprise: The Heard Museum West - 10/04/07 01:31 PM
Surprise is now home of The Heard Museum West. In partnership with the City of Surprise, the museum renowned permanent collection and incredible programming is now in the West Valley.
Heard Museum West offers an exhibition gallery showcasing more than 400 works of art from the Heard's permanent collection The museum has … (2 comments)
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surprise: Recycling - A Good Practice in Surprise - 10/03/07 05:13 PM
Recycling is a good idea for everyone and the City of Surprise makes it easy to do so. Following are a list of locations:
*Paper, cardboard: Paradise Education Center at 15533 W. Paradise Lane
*Paper, telephone books: Surprise City Hall at 12425 W. Bell Road
*Paper, Aluminum, cardboard: Surprise Regional Library at 16089 N. … (3 comments)
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surprise: Fewer New Homes - 10/03/07 07:41 AM
After the purchase of the old Daimler-Chrysler Automotive Proving Grounds around Dove Valley Road and 211 Avenue, a General Plan was put before the Surprise City Council concerning the use and zoning. In December of 2005 the Surprise City Council approved the General Plan for this area which changed the land use designation from … (3 comments)
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surprise: Surprise - Home to the Arizona Fall League - 10/02/07 08:29 PM
Did you know that Surprise is home to one of the teams in the Arizona Fall Baseball League? If you are a baseball fan and can't get enough then the Arizona Fall League is for you. The league is comprised of six teams: the Scottsdale Scorpions, Mesa Solar Sox, Peoria Saguaros, Phoenix … (1 comments)
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surprise: Lovely Legacy Park Beauty - 10/02/07 08:03 PM
This lovely 3 bed 2 bath is in the quiet Legacy Parc neighborhood, only 2 miles from the Surprise Recreation Campus, Aquatic Center, Library and Dog Parks. Purchase, lease, or lease to own - your choice of this 1650 sq. ft. home. The pool sparkles and is waiting for you. For information … (2 comments)
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surprise: Impossible? - 10/02/07 12:12 PM
The legendary Walt Disney once said, "It's kind of fun to do the impossible." Walt had the right attitude and spirit in all that he did and where would TV, Movies and Entertainment in general be without his visionary outlook?
We rant and rave all the time about the "buyers" market, … (3 comments)
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surprise: Arizona Fall League - 09/27/07 06:23 AM
If you are a baseball fan and can't get enough then the Arizona Fall League is for you. The league is comprised of six teams: the Scottsdale Scorpions, Mesa Solar Sox, Peoria Saguaros, Phoenix Desert Dogs, Peoria Javelinas and Grand Canyon Rafters. These club names were picked by Major League Baseball as … (1 comments)
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surprise: 14856 W. Columbine Dr Surprise Arizona 85379 **Huge Reduction** - 09/26/07 11:04 AM
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surprise: What Matters Is........... - 09/25/07 08:23 AM
How do you see yourself? I read, hear and see so much of the negative all the time that it can rub off if we are not careful. When I try my best and do everything right and then someone comes along and for, whatever reason, tears me down I can … (6 comments)
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surprise: Meeting for HOA - Ashton Ranch - 09/24/07 01:26 PM
Many time I hear that people don't know when and where their Home Owner Association Meeting is held or the time. So, for the Ashton Ranch HOA, the board meeting is this Tuesday September 25th at 7:00 PM. It is held at the Paradise School on Reems Road. Please feel free … (0 comments)
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surprise: Get Involved - 09/23/07 11:16 AM
Remember the joke about weather, everyone talks about it but nobody does anything about it? That can certainly be applied to Home Owner Associations.
People gripe and complain about the board, the decisions, and the rules, but they don't DO anything about it. I receive three or four complaints a week about … (2 comments)
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surprise: What Sets You Apart? - 09/22/07 10:13 AM
What sets you apart from every other Realtor in your town? Take time to think about how you are different? What makes people want to list or buy through you? Do you shine above all the others because of your positive "can do" attitude, commitment, ethics, skills, communications or programs? Are … (7 comments)
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surprise: Phoenix Tops the List - 09/20/07 02:12 PM
How about a little positive news for a change? The Business Journal reports that Phoenix has been named as the number 1 market for job growth! Phoenix has expanded its employment base by 23.4 percent since 2002 which is almost quadrupling the national rate. This is according to a new Bizjournal … (1 comments)
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surprise: Ashton Ranch - A Wonderful Neighborhood - 09/20/07 08:40 AM
The bustling neighborhood community of Ashton Ranch is located just South of the Surprise Recreation Campus spring training complex, home to the Texas Rangers and Kansas City Royals Major League baseball teams. The 1217 homes between Greenway on the north, Waddell on the south, and Bullard on the east is close … (2 comments)
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surprise: Surprise Cares About Families - 09/15/07 02:25 PM
Are you looking for a community that cares about you and your family? The Surprise Community and Recreation Services Department has a season full of fun and competitive activities planned for every age and gender. Try these on for size; Performance in the Park on September 22nd is a free evening … (1 comments)
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surprise: Surprise Snapshot - 09/15/07 09:49 AM
Did you know that the City of Surprise was named by Homer Ludden whose home town was Surprise, Nebraska? Surprise was incorporated December 12, 1960 and had a population of 1,000. Surprise is now a vibrant and fast growing community in the Northwest Salt River Valley in "Valley of the Sun" … (0 comments)
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surprise: You Have to Live Somewhere, Don't You? - 09/12/07 09:55 PM
Is this a good time to buy a new home?
To know the answer to that question, it is important to ask yourself the following questions first:
Do you plan on living in the home for 3 to 5 years? Do you have a stable job or retirement income? Are rents and rental … (2 comments)
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surprise: Phoenix and Sun City Area Market Outlook - 09/12/07 09:44 PM
Today's outlook for the Phoenix area, which includes homes for sale in Sun City, Sun City West, Surprise, Peoria and Glendale Arizona is far better than in much of the nation. Job growth continues at a healthy rate, unemployment is less than the national average, and real income is increasing. Inventory … (0 comments)
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surprise: Branching Out - 09/09/07 03:48 AM
I look at many posts and they are so interesting with pictures and images I thought I would branch out and try one of my own.
Arizona is known as the Grand Canyon State and the picture at the left is just one of the many gorgeous views of this incredible … (9 comments)
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surprise: Superbowl Lodging - Don't Be Left in the Heat? - 09/08/07 11:16 AM
Less than five months until the Super Bowl in Glendale, Arizona! Do you need help with lodging, area information, other assistance? If you do, I'm your SUPER BOWL go to guy! I reside 9 miles from the University of Phoenix Stadium, the host of the 2008 game. If you need assistance with rentals or area … (0 comments)
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surprise: Two Questions? - 09/08/07 09:46 AM
I have two burning questions that vex me daily. Perhaps you can help me with the answers or at least help me to understand.
Why do buyers and sellers put up with shoddy work and unprofessional agents? Sellers tell me they never hear from their agent and have no clue what … (6 comments)
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surprise: It's Not Personal - 09/06/07 11:51 AM
If you get a listing and it is a buyers market I believe it is critical that the lister help the seller "stage" their home. As we know staging is the process of evaluating the inside AND outside of the home with a very critical eye and the "preparing" it to show prospective buyers.
I … (4 comments)
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surprise: 25933 N 163RD DRIVE, SURPRISE, AZ 85387 Reduced!! - 08/30/07 10:38 AM
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surprise: Good things come in small surprises! - 08/30/07 10:22 AM
Recently moving to and becoming a balloon head, my job as a full fledged realtor changed slightly from being strictly a buyer's agent to that and then some. I came on board to be a buyer's agent for my broker. So, far I have added to that the job of full … (7 comments)
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surprise: Not Only Home Owners - 08/28/07 08:47 PM
I can see that not only home owners in HOA's have apathy, but most real estate agents as well. It is so much easier to take an easy path of least resistance and insure the sale goes through and not worry about tomorrow. But how many more referrals could be gained … (2 comments)
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surprise: Actions Speak Louder Than Words - 08/24/07 12:50 PM
Realtors and real estate agents have an image problem with honesty and ethics issues when it comes to the public's perception. In the latest Gallup poll conducted in November 2005, a randomly selected sample of 1,002 adults rated the honesty and ethical standards of 21 types of professionals.
Real estate agents … (3 comments)
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surprise: All that hard work and the home still went to auction. - 08/18/07 02:08 PM
Over the last 9 months we have had a pre-foreclosure listing and have done everything to market the home and to no avail the home still went to auction. With over 55,000 listings in ARMLS and more than 1500 homes that require lender authorization it makes it difficult to compete. … (2 comments)
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surprise: Short Sales - Get Ready for The Wave - 08/17/07 07:53 PM
Over the last 9 months my company has seen its fair share of short sales, pre-foreclosures and REO properties both as a listing agent and a buyer’s agent. Both sides of the transaction require education to make sure your client is represented to the fullest.
As a seller’s representative I … (2 comments)
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surprise: Selling a home with tenants is very difficult. - 08/17/07 05:46 PM
I presently am attempting to sell a home that has tenants. To top it off it is a short sale so it is much more critical that the home be able to be shown at a moments notice. The tenants rights allow them not have to show the property at all. … (3 comments)
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surprise: Buying a Home? You Need.... - 08/17/07 02:30 PM
It is a great time to buy!If you are a typical new Arizona resident, you will find that inventories of existing homes are at an all-time high, while prices are 15-20% below recent historical peaks.
"Conforming" loans are still available. Conforming loans includ VA and FHA loans and conventional loans with as … (3 comments)
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surprise: Can I get a Mortgage Today? - 08/17/07 01:59 PM
Yes!
If you meet the reasonable credit and downpayment standards of the "Conforming" Loan. These loans include:
VA with a maximum loan value of $359,650FHA maximum loan value of $263,160Conventional maximum loan value of $417,000In six of the west Maricopa county area alone, there are 4085 homes for sale today that meet the … (2 comments)
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surprise: To Many Agents? - 08/13/07 05:24 PM
NAR has reported that in recent years the rate of increase in the number of agents was greater than the increase in homes sold. We now have in excess of one million agents nationwide.
Conventional wisdom would imply that more agents = more competition, which is supposedly good for the final consumers. … (13 comments)
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surprise: Mortgage Update 8/10/07 - 08/10/07 11:35 AM
Yesterday, Freddie Mac (the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation) reported that mortgage rates were at a 2 month low.
30 Year fixed rates averaged 6.59%, down from last month's rate of 6.68% and the year's high of 6.74%.Freddie Mac also reported 15 year fixed rates at 6.26% from last month's rate of … (0 comments)
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surprise: Buyers are looking for Incentives - 08/09/07 07:53 PM
Right now Home Builders are offering really lucrative incentives, to bring the Buyers out of the woodwork. Whether it's an offering of paying property taxes, insurance or other upgrades, Builders are getting really creative.
Home Builders have been hit the hardest. With rising mortgage delinquencies, lenders are highly cautious. Home prices across … (0 comments)
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surprise: Tennis Anyone? - 08/09/07 06:42 PM
Suprise Tennis and Racquet Complex: 14469 W Paradise Lane, Surprise AZ
The state of the art Surprise Tennis and Racquet Complex had a soft opening on Monday. It features 25 courts, one of which will seat up to 5,000 spectators. The grand opening is scheduled for September 8, 2007. 17 of the … (2 comments)
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surprise: 6 Arizona Cities are found in the Top 100 for Growth in Nation - 08/08/07 08:14 PM
Ranking is based on Population Growth from year 2000 to 2006.
Buckeye, Az Ranking # 2 WOW! Known as a basic farming community founded in 1888. Sprawling diverse farms grace this delightful community.
Population growth increased over 191% from year 2000 to 2006.
Surprise, Az Ranking # 3 Founded around 1938, incorporated 1960. … (0 comments)
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surprise: CANCER CENTER PICKS GOODYEAR, AZ FOR NEW HOSPITAL - 07/31/07 11:15 AM
SURPRISE, BUCKEYE, LITCHFIELD, SUN CITY WEST, SUN CITY, SUN CITY GRAND, GLENDALE, PEORIA, PHOENIX, AZ.
From the Arizona Republic, a Cancer Center Hospital has picked Goodyear, Az to build a new hospital. It will be a Cancer Treatment Center. They will be located close to the Banner Estrella Medical Center. Located in … (2 comments)
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surprise: New-home market dips in Phoenix, Valley still in nation's top 5 - 07/31/07 10:58 AM
From the Arizona Republic, reports that home building in metropolitan Phoenix continues to stumble, with permits dropping 23 percent from last year. But it's not all bad news as we remain among the nation's leading housing markets. Phoenix, Arizona ranks No. 4 among the top five new-home markets nationwide, according to the … (0 comments)
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surprise: Thoughts on the Flat Housing Market, and Mortgage Crunch - 07/29/07 11:42 AM
The housing market in my area is spotty, with Sun City and Surprise homes selling at a slightly increasing rate, while Sun City West, Peoria and Glendale flat. Prices are, in,fact, down from the 2005 record prices. Inventory is high in all areas, and the "I'll sell if I get my outrageous … (4 comments)
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surprise: TWO NEW HOTELS WOO BALLPLAYERS TO SURPRISE - 07/28/07 04:37 PM
SURPRISE, AZ, SUN CITY WEST, SUNCITY WEST, AZ. NEW HOMES IN SURPRISE,
SPRING TRAINING BASEBALL IN SURPRISE, ARIZONA WITH THE TEXAX RANGERS AND KANSAS CITY ROYALS IS THE ENVY OF EVERYONE WITH THE NEW STATE OF ART PRACTICE FIELDS AND BALL FIELD IN SURPRIZE, AZ.
HOLIDAY IN EXPRESS WILL OPEN WITH 117 … (0 comments)
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surprise: 25933 N 163RD DRIVE, SURPRISE, AZ 85387 - 07/28/07 11:09 AM
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surprise: Save Time - Save Money - Find Your Dream Home in Arizona - 07/27/07 08:50 PM
Why waste time and energy searching for the BEST HOMES and yet never find the one you are looking for? The BEST HOMES in any neighborhood do not stay on the market for very long. Learn the SECRETS of finding the BEST properties quickly and effectively before they are bought up!
What … (0 comments)
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surprise: A Big New Employer Comes to Surprise - 07/26/07 11:46 AM
Crescent Crown Distributing has announce that it will build a regional headquarters an distribution facility at the Surprise Pointe commericial park.
Crescent expects to employ 250 people initially, growing to 600 jobs in the near future. The company also has a distribution center in Phoenix, which it will keep open. That facility … (3 comments)
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surprise: Home Buyers have more negotiating POWER - 07/25/07 03:16 PM
Phoenix Metro Area Home Sales continue to be in a slump. This includes communities such as Ahwatukee, Cave Creek, Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale, Goodyear, Higley, Mesa, Peoria, Queen Creek, Scottsdale, Surprise and Tempe.
Buyers now have the best advantages, and are in a unique position of negotiating with sellers and builders that are … (0 comments)
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surprise: Phoenix Metro Area and the Home Buyers Edge - 07/25/07 03:15 PM
The slowdown of demand and high home inventories are giving Buyers the EDGE.
If the reports of home sales prices are making you cautious about buying a home, you will be pleasantly surprised that it's a great time to start looking. More homes are on the market then there are buyers, … (0 comments)
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surprise: Buying a home in a Phoenix Metro Area Community - 07/25/07 03:12 PM
If you are thinking about buying a home in any of the Greater Phoenix Metro Area Communities; (Ahwatukee, Cave Creek, Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale, Goodyear, Higley, Mesa, Peoria. Queen Creek, Scottsdale, Surprise, Tempe), consider what each community has to offer, if it's conveniently located to your job, and how well each cities … (0 comments)
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surprise: MSN report - 07/22/07 08:57 AM
Being from the Phoenix area, i have had heard so much talk about the infamous report that can found on MSN.com about US markets. If you have not read it yet, it shows that the Phoenix market as the second most volitile market in the nation with statistcs to back it … (1 comments)
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surprise: News From Surprise - 07/21/07 05:00 PM
Growing, Growing Grown!
Forbes.com reports that Surprise Arizona is the third-fastest-growing suburb in America according the the Arizona Republic. In the same article, the Republic says that Money magazine rated Surprise AZ as first in the nation for the rate of new job growth.
Four of the top ten fast growing suburbs were … (2 comments)
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surprise: NEW LISTING OF HOME IN SUN CITY GRAND, SURPRISE, ARIZONA - 07/21/07 04:29 PM
JUST LISTED A CHARMING TWO BEDROOM HOME IN PRIVATE CUL-DE-SAC LOT WITH MANY UPGRADES BUT PRICED TO SELL QUICKLY TO SETTLE ESTATE. HOME IS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION AND CAN BE PREVIEWED BY THE BELOW WEB CONNECTION.
http://www.realestateshows.com/187427
Sam Ratliff
Re/Max Integrity Realtors
Sun City West, Az.
web: http://samuelratliff.com
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surprise: Forbes: Valley home to four of nation's 10 fastest-growing suburbs - 07/21/07 04:16 PM
Forbes: Valley home to four of nation's 10 fastest-growing suburbs, from the Business Journal of Phoenix, reports that according to a survey released this week by Forbes magazine, Buckeye,Arizona. Surprise, Arizona. Goodyear, Arizona and Avondale, Arizona all come in the top 10 fastest growing suburbs in the U.S., according to Census … (0 comments)
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surprise: Rent vs Buy? - 07/20/07 11:58 AM
Renting a home is an expensive luxury!
The average rent in the Phoenix area is now $809 per month. Occupancy rates are 98% occupied. Rentals are getting very scarce and costly now.
If you were paying $809 per month, how much home could you buy? After converting this rent payment and factoring in … (8 comments)
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surprise: Surprise Arizona, is this your new home? - 07/18/07 09:23 PM
Surprise is the growth center of the northwest valley, located west of Glendale, Peoria, Sun City and Sun City West.
The town was a small, one-mile square village when it started in 1937. It has since become Arizona's fastest growing city 4 years out of the last 5. The population is now … (0 comments)
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surprise: SUN CITY WEST PRO BOWLER'S TOURNAMENT IN SUN CITY WEST, ARIZONA - 07/18/07 03:14 PM
SUN CITY WEST, AZ. SURPRISE ARIZONA, SUN CITY GRAND, PEORIA, GLENDALE, BUCKEYE, LITCHFIELD
JULY WAS THE MONTH FOR THE SECOND PRO PBA WEST REGIONAL TOURNAMENT HELD IN SUN CITY WEST, ARIZONA. SUN CITY WEST BOWLING LANES (36 LANES) ARE PERFECT FOR THE PRO BOWLING TOURNAMENT. CALLED THE JOHNSON LANES HAMMER OPEN, TOP … (0 comments)
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surprise: More News of Improvement in the Housing Market! - 07/16/07 05:13 PM
Countrywide Financial, one of the largest mortgage originators reported that They made 45 Billion dollars in mortage loans in June. This is a 4% increase over June of 2006. The company accomplished this in spite of vastly reduced activity in the sub-prime and adjustable rate mortgages.
The company still finds the housing … (0 comments)
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surprise: The Monsoon is Coming, Is Your Home Ready? - 07/14/07 11:48 AM
As if triple digit heat isn't enough, in Arizona, July is the start of the monsoon season.
The monsoon season is a change in weather caused by a seasonal change in the wind direction. Here that means the wind direction no longer typically comes from the west, but now from the … (2 comments)
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