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2009 

The biggest question hovering around these days is, have we hit bottom?  Whether this question be a general question regarding the recession or the real estate market, we have to ask - does it matter?  Whether we hit bottom a couple of months ago or are going to hit it a couple of months from now...
10/29/2009
All ghosts, goblins, ghouls, creatures, princesses, cartoon characters and superheroes are invited to Chandler's Halloween Spooktacular, a family-friendly, safe alternative to trick or treating.The annual event is from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Fri., Oct. 30 at the downtown Chandler Library plaza, 125 E....
10/28/2009
Statistics released on Friday show the highest number of real estate sales in two years.  As expected, recent reports show the combination of low interest rates, dropping home values and the First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit are all seen as the biggest boosts toward the Scottsdale AZ real estate s...
10/28/2009
This Wonderful Home Features Loads Of Upgrades & A Fabulous Yard! Features Include Large Gourmet Kitchen With Tiled Counters & Backsplash, Smooth Top Range, New B/I Microwave & Dishwasher, Breakfast Bar, Pantry & Fridge Conveys! Updated Lighting & Ceiling Fans, Interior Decor Paint, 2 Fireplaces...
10/28/2009
New incentives are in the works nationwide for promoting short sales in order to avoid more foreclosures than necessary.  The plan is meant to prod lenders into allowing more short sales.  Currently short sales are frequently avoided by lenders because offers are seen as too far below the last ap...
10/25/2009
Today's Market is bringing out many novice investors wowed byt the low prices.  Prices in Chandler, Gilbert, & Queen Creek have dropped by about 52% since the peak in 2006.  Many novice investors will look at the price and think, I can just buy this at such a great price and rent it, not consider...
10/23/2009
It is possible to purchase insurance that will keep you from losing equity in your Arizona home.  Arizona real estate has long been thought of as  a great investment but in recent years has proved to be a bit more volatile.  A company out of California has provided a solution to anyone who is une...
10/20/2009
The rent-to-own scenario can work out for both the buyer and the seller in Phoenix AZ. The Phoenix AZ real estate market has led to some creative financing techniques, one of which is a rent to own scenario.  While rent-to-own has been around for a long time, today it is helping many nervous Phoe...
10/16/2009
Beautiful home in Johnson Ranch Community for rent.  3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and private pool!  Carpet and tile throughout.  Call Gina McKinley, ABR, CRS, CDPE at 480-355-8645 to schedule an appointment to view this home. For more pictures and a property brochure, please visit our web page at ht...
10/14/2009
There has been a push in the House to get the First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit extended, as well as expanded.  Last week the House passed a bill extending the $8,000 tax credit into next year for military, diplomatic, and intelligence workers who have been working overseas.  This bill's passage l...
10/13/2009
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Gina McKinley

ABR, CIAS, CDPE, CRS, SFR -Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa
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