arizona real estate: Commissioner's Luncheon
- 11/08/07 01:58 AM
Yep, I'm still on the Arizona Superbowl band wagon and I have great listings for your Superbowl bound clients. This past week Commissioner Roger Goodell visited Arizona and a nearly sold-out crowd of 700 dined at the Westin Kierland and heard him praise the Arizona Superbowl host committee, giving them an A+. The NFL Commissioner singled out "Arizona's business, government and Native American communities for coming together to make Super Bowl XLII a success." The Commissioner also said, "Arizona has all the elements, I expect to see more Super Bowls in Arizona." The timeis getting closer to the big game and there are still some amazing residences … (4 comments)
arizona real estate: Veterans Day Ceremony
- 11/07/07 08:03 AM
Come honor those who have served our Country on Friday November 9th at the Surprise Northwest Regional Library on Bullard. The City of Surprise is inviting all veterans and the public to attend this special Veterans Day ceremony which will start at 10 AM. Patriotic displays, a police and fire honor guard, speeches and songs will be part of the hour-long event and a Mayoral Proclamation will be read in honor of all veterans. Veterans living within Surprise city limits may call for a free ride to and from the event through the city's Dial-A-Ride service. Come and join the celebration. … (4 comments)
arizona real estate: Enthusiasm
- 11/07/07 04:45 AM
How much enthusiasm do you have for your work each day? Do you energize others and do they like to be around you because of your enthusiasm? Do your clients sense your enthusiasm and energy for your work and because of that does it give them confidence? Productivity Plus a sales motivation letter has said, "Enthusiasm is one of the most powerful engines of success. When you do a think, do it with all your might. Put your whole soul into it. Stamp it with your own personality. Be active, be energetic, be enthusiastic and faithful, and you will accomplish your objective." We … (2 comments)
arizona real estate: Ten Commandments of Good Human Relations
- 11/06/07 01:25 AM
I have been in sales and marketing for over 30 years and I have collected many thoughts and stories. I ran across this and felt it worthwhile to share as a reminder since we are in the "people" business. THE TEN COMMANDMENTS OF GOOD HUMAN RELATIONS 1. Speak to people. The isn't anything as nice as cheerful word of of greeting. 2. Smile at people. It takes 72 muscles to frown, but only 14 to smile. 3. Call people by name. The sweetest music to everyone's ears is the sound of his/her own name. 4. Be friendly and helpful. If you would have friends be friendly. 5. Be … (6 comments)
arizona real estate: Give Back
- 11/05/07 01:52 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 and service includes packing Emergency Food Boxes, sort food from food drives and repack produce. For more information contact ElizaethWunsch at 623-344-2138. … (0 comments)
arizona real estate: The Wizard of Westwood
- 11/05/07 02:57 AM
The legendary coach John Wooden became famous for his 10 National Champion UCLA Bruin basketball teams and his philosophies of life and how to achieve success. One of his teachings says, "Why do so many people dread adversity, when it is only through adversity that we grow stronger?" This can apply to the Real Estate market in our world today. We continue to try to find buyers that can qualify for loans, sellers who want to price their homes "to" sell and lenders who will work with us. How many extra hours have you put in? What new marketing efforts have you started? … (1 comments)
arizona real estate: Have a Voice
- 11/03/07 03:33 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 home because it isn't a General Election with National implications. In Surprise, Arizona we have the chance to elect a new mayor for the first time in years. You have a voice, let it be heard at the polls this coming Tuesday! … (2 comments)
arizona real estate: Dysart School District Boundaries
- 10/31/07 10:07 AM
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 will be help on Thursday November 1st at 6:30 PM in the Dysart Education Center, 15802 N. Parkview Place. There are two new elementary schools opening in the district and those boundaries will be discussed as well. There will be two additional meetings open to the public as well. The … (1 comments)
arizona real estate: Secret Agent
- 10/30/07 05:50 AM
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 the best person for you. Does your potential Realtor really know Surprise? Are they a "secret agent" only visiting the community if they have a buyer? Do they "live" in the area or do they have a main office in the town which they rarely frequent? Many agents list homes … (6 comments)
arizona real estate: A Steal In Surprise
- 10/27/07 05:30 AM
This spacious home in the quiet neighborhood of Legacy Parc lease, lease to buy or purchase. Large 3 bed 2 bath is just 2 miles from the Surprise Recreation Campus, Aquatic Center, Library, Dream Catcher Park and Dog Parks. Must see now this clean 1650 sq. ft. home. The pool sparkles and is waiting for you. For information go to: http://www.sellingedge-azre.com/or call 480-626-0023 and enter code 10868. Offer by Gaylen Thornton of J. Roberts & Company, your premier Surprise Real Estate Company.
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arizona real estate: Moonlighting
- 10/26/07 06:17 AM
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 in Hawaii to become a certified Bikram Yoga instructor. One of the story participants said, "I don't think I would call it changing careers - it's survival." The article mentioned that there are too many houses for sale - and too many real estate agents trying to sell them. So after finishing … (28 comments)
arizona real estate: Courtesy
- 10/25/07 03:30 AM
No fancy pictures or glib phrases to catch everyone's attention on this one, just a major rant on the lack of courtesy and professionalism by Realtors in Arizona. I have had a number of agents view my properties and I have contacted at ten to twelve of them to get feedback, good or bad, and NOT ONE has been courteous enough to return my call or email. It is no wonder that our profession ranks so low in the eyes of the public. When did courtesy go out of style? On one of my posts I had one agent from Washington say that he was so … (2 comments)
arizona real estate: Go Fishing
- 10/23/07 11:58 AM
Do you want to go fishing but not travel a long distance. Right here in Surprise, Arizona is the Surprise Lake, just between the County library and the new tennis complex. It is stocked with a variety of fish and the limits are posted for your convenience. Walk around the lovely lake or picnic at one of the large pavilions that surround the lush lawn and play ground for the kids. The entire Surprise Recreation Campus is 180 acres and is home to the Texas Rangers and Kansas City Royals the 5 acre fishing lake, a dog park Arizona's largest playground, the Aquatic … (0 comments)
arizona real estate: What Do You Sell?
- 10/23/07 06:15 AM
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 heard that your commission price is too high? The price objection is the quickest way for a client to get rid of a sales person. Do we cave in on the listing price and raise the price even though our comparatives and research indicate that the price we have chosen is … (4 comments)
arizona real estate: Shop Surprise
- 10/22/07 05:01 AM
A new 49,000 square foot Bashas Grocery Store is now open in Surprise, Arizona at the southeast corner of Waddell and Reems Roads. Bashas is the anchor store in the Marley Park Plaza which will also be home to a variety of retailers, restaurants and service-oriented businesses. Surprise is a beautiful community in the Northwest area of the Valley of the Sun. Surprise reached the 100,000 population level just last year and is a clean and vibrant community. Take the time to visit and enjoy all the amenities Surprise has to offer. … (2 comments)
arizona real estate: Help Me Understand
- 10/21/07 03:48 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 is a lack of knowledge (to be kind) and/or professionalism. Property management takes a separate set of skills apart from listing or selling a home. May I suggest some qualities to look for in a property manager for your valuable income property. First, what are your expectations of the property manager? … (1 comments)
arizona real estate: Make it Work
- 10/21/07 02:58 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 just waiting for foreclosure. Lenders do NOT want to have a stable of houses and in many cases will work with a homeowner. Some lenders won't work out an arrangement but it doesn't hurt to ask. If this is the case then the borrower could give the lender the title to … (2 comments)
arizona real estate: City Targets Rental Homes
- 10/18/07 04:43 PM
The City of Surprise, Arizona city council has approved a new rental accountability ordinance and will be hiring two new employees whose soul responsibility will be o deal with potential problems. The first "specialist" will be on board by the end of November. Although the employee will not be looking strictly at rental properties in the city, it is expected that the majority of the two employees duties will revolve around rental units. The housing boom in Surprise has resulted in an increase in rental properties within the city. The city wants the neighborhoods to be maintained and preserved and the new … (4 comments)
arizona real estate: Do you.....
- 10/14/07 04:25 PM
When you preview a home with clients do you leave a business card? If not, why? Is the current trend away from this practice or am I missing something. I like to follow up with those that have viewed my properties to get some genuine feedback on what they liked, didn't like etc. It always helps to get an (hopefully) unbiased view so that if there are corrections to be made I can do that for my client. Information and feedback are very important to me. I have had a few very professional agents in my area email or call me … (15 comments)
arizona real estate: Freshly Coated Community Walls
- 10/12/07 09:26 AM
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 this community. Also, new green wrought iron fence graces the top of several walls and there will be more new fence on additional walls in the weeks ahead. Even if you haven't noticed, the ducks have and they appreciate the brighter fresh look! … (3 comments)
Yep, I'm still on the Arizona Superbowl band wagon and I have great listings for your Superbowl bound clients. This past week Commissioner Roger Goodell visited Arizona and a nearly sold-out crowd of 700 dined at the Westin Kierland and heard him praise the Arizona Superbowl host committee, giving them an A+.;)
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