chris dunham: Buying a house - the Rules of Engagement
- 08/06/19 11:03 AM
The rules of engagement when pursuing a brand new home
Don't be fooled, the on site sales agent(s) represent the seller, which is in fact, the Builder. So there role is to convince the buyer to spend as much money as possibly-selling the American Dream of "Consumerism". Consumer is a very interesting word isn't it? We've been led to believe over our lives that we are consumers, that is we purchase products, invest in our communities by doing so-whether a mom and pop shop or a big box store. We are making the world go round. (My opinion of course).
Its not different when we see a … (1 comments)
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chris dunham: Move in ready home in Maricopa - 5 Bed 3 Bath 2 Car Garage
- 08/02/19 11:12 AM
5 Bed 3 Bath Home in Santa Rosa Springs - Move in ready home in Maricopa
Located in the newer community of Santa Rosa Springs in Maricopa (the city). This 5 bedroom home is priced better than the brand new ones being built by the same developer in the same community! That's right, you read that correctly. The Base price of this home starts at $249,900 without options and upgraded. We are priced WITH options and upgrades, making this 1 year old home, move in ready at a price you cannot beat! With just over 2200 square feet, this split floor plan … (3 comments)
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chris dunham: Acre horse property in Queen Creek - 4 Beds, 3 Baths, 4 CG
- 08/02/19 10:35 AM
Horse property in Queen Creek with 4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms and just over an Acre
A rare find in the Maricopa county side. This Horse Property for Sale, sits on a 43,580 square foot lot and is a blank canvas for you to construct your ideal horse property. With a small barn/tack room already in place, but built off to the southwestern side of the land, you have plenty of open space to put up your roping pin, corrals, turn out barn and other animal friendly structures. You want Goats? Boom, built a spot for Goats. You want Chickens? Yep, you can have … (2 comments)
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chris dunham: Closing on your home - The key exchange
- 07/29/19 10:24 AM
Handing over the keys - Closing gift for home buyers
Every where you turn right now, you're going to run into a "real estate agent". In Arizona, for every 168 people you come in contact with, at least one is going to hold a real estate license! What does that say to you? To me, it scares the hell out of me! I have been helping buyers buy and sellers sell for 2 decades. I close, on average, $10M in assets per year-didn't start that way, took me unitl my second year to get my bearings and become a productive agent. Now, understand … (1 comments)
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chris dunham: Home for sale in Mesa - Custom home in Hermosa Groves
- 07/13/19 12:40 PM
Home for sale in Mesa - Custom home in Hermosa Groves
Located just off McKellips and Val Vista in Mesa Arizona, this custom built home is an absolute jaw dropper! You must make this home a priority to see. On a scale of 1-10, its an 11! This custom home features 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. The lot is just under 27,000 square feet, with a swimming pool and an immaculate backyard. Mature trees and the attention to detail is amazing to say the least.
The home is just over 5,000 square feet and works perfectly for a Multi-generational family. The home also features … (1 comments)
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chris dunham: Home for sale in McDowell Mountain Ranch - 5 Bedroom home for Sale
- 07/10/19 09:48 AM
Home for sale in McDowell Mountain Ranch - Gated community in Scottsdale
Located just off Thompson Peak Parkway and McDowell Mountain Ranch Road in Scottsdale, this 1999 Shea home is loaded up with upgrades and updates! Only the second owner to reside here since being built. Located in Sonoran Fairways, a gated community inside McDowell Mountain Ranch offers fantastic views of the valley. This 5 bedroom home for sale has over 3,100 square feet, larger than normal bedrooms along with two being connected with a Jack N Jill Bath. The mater suite is enormous, featuring two walk in closets, a large master bathroom with … (3 comments)
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chris dunham: Riggs Ranch Meadows - A community offering a variety of homes
- 06/17/19 11:05 AM
Riggs Ranch Meadows - A community offering a variety of homes
Riggs Ranch is a master planned community built in and around 2000-2005 with just under 225 home sites. The builders included Richmond American and Courtland Homes, with a few custom builders in the mix. Located just off Gilbert and Chandler Heights, this community sits on what used to be part of the Riggs Family Farm. Chandler School districts, with include Jane D Hull Elementary, San Tan Jr High and Basha High School.
Since the community was built, many local shopping spots have been erected. Just across the street, to the north, … (0 comments)
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chris dunham: Homes for sale at Stellar Airpark - Private fly in Community
- 06/13/19 10:35 AM
Homes in Chandler - Homes for sale at Stellar Airpark
Located just off Chandler Blvd and Rural Roads in west Chandler, this fly in community is only one of a handful in the valley of the Sun. Currently, there are 5 homes actively being sold. These homes range in price from $949,900 to over $2.5M. Each home is unique in design and provides access to the communities private airstrip. All homes come equipped with their personal "hangar" to park your plane, helicopter etc.
The first home showcased is listed at $949,900. This home features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms with just over 2600 square feet. … (0 comments)
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chris dunham: Home for sale in Mesa - 3 Bed 2 Bath home
- 06/13/19 09:55 AM
Home in Vista Mesa for Sale - 3 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms
Located just off Lindsay and McDowell, this 3 bedroom home for sale in Mesa is priced to sell at $400k. This home was built in 1987, features a private pool and has no HOA fees.
Situated on an interior lot with North/South exposure, make this an ideal home for anyone. In addition to the 3 bedrooms, this Home for sale in Mesa also includes a private office with built ins. The floor plan is open, IE a great room concept which allows guests, while entertaining to move with ease throughout … (1 comments)
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chris dunham: Home for sale in Chandler - Blakeman Ranch Home for Sale
- 05/17/19 05:32 PM
Home for sale in Hamilton High School District - Chandler AZ Home for sale.
Located just off Alma School and Pecos in Chandler, AZ. This move in ready, 3 bedroom - 2 bath home features nearly 1,400 square feet. Upon entering the home you'll walk into the large great room, with an instant view of the back yard. The home is single level, split floor plan. Master bedroom is in the back of the home, while the other two rooms are in the front.
The laundry and guest bathroom split the floor plan. The kitchen offers a nice eat in area, perfect … (0 comments)
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chris dunham: Chandler home for sale - 3 Bedroom Home in Chandler
- 04/24/19 06:28 PM
Three Bedroom Home in Chandler - Chandler home for sale
Located just off McQueen and Warner, in Chandler AZ, this 3 bedroom home is turn key and move in ready! Literally nothing is left to be done, check it this list of items that has been updated in the past 30 days. All new ceiling fans, new door hardware and door knobs, new Range/Oven. New bathroom lighting and mirrors. Freshly painted inside and out! Lets talk about the community now: A large playground (shaded) and dining area (gazebo) for the residents to use. 3 other spots have "common area's" that are equipped with … (0 comments)
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chris dunham: Home for sale in Gilbert - Classic home style Agritopia
- 04/16/19 09:18 AM
Agritopia home for Sale - 6 Bedroom home for sale in Gilbert
Located just off Higley and Ray Road in Gilbert, AZ, Agritopia is a master planned community built in the early 2000's centered around classic architecture, bringing back the 1950's vibe. Tree line streets, front porches, offset 2-3 car garages that are free standing. The community itself is situated on 166 acres with mixed use. From residential homes, to coffee shops and a community farm. The homes range in size from 1,300 square feet to a massive 7,000. Some of these homes include full basements as well.
This particular home was constructed … (0 comments)
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chris dunham: Entry level pricing on a 5 Bedroom home in Glendale - Home for Sale
- 03/26/19 03:59 PM
Entry level pricing on a 5 Bedroom home in Glendale - Home for Sale
Located just off 59th Ave and Northern, this solid block constructed home is priced to sell at $234,900. This is a five bedroom home with 2 full bathrooms. The kitchen has been tastefully updated and upgraded with Gas Range, Stainless Steel appliances and Granite Counter tops. The home has a large great room, which is surrounded by the dining area and kitchen. The floor plan is Split, so 3 bedrooms are on one side, while the master and 5th bedroom on the other. The 5th bedroom has its … (1 comments)
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chris dunham: Grant money for 1st timers - Govt buyer programs help buyes buy homes
- 03/26/19 10:33 AM
Grant money for 1st Time home buyers is available - Up to $15,000 in Grants
I remember when I purchased my first home, I had to save up for my down payment, my closing costs, my home inspection & appraisal costs. What I didn't realize was how much money that truly ended up being! The Realtor we worked with, didn't break it down (the way I do now) so it was stressful. But with grant money out there for 1st time buyers, it truly eases the financial burden of buying a home. Now, some say if you cannot come up with your … (0 comments)
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chris dunham: Remove the stress of having to SELL in order to Buy -
- 03/25/19 02:34 PM
Remove the stress of having to SELL in order to Buy - Call The Real Estate Guy®
When its time to buy your next home, whether or going bigger, smaller or somewhere between, its stressful. Most people cannot afford 2 mortgages at one time so it becomes necessary to list and sell your current home in order to move onto the next. The question becomes apparent, how do you accomplish this? Simple, well, at least in my world it is, as I accomplish this feat several times a year. I call these "Domino" deals, sell one to buy the other. How do I … (2 comments)
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chris dunham: Home for sale in Tempe - Tempe Gardens home for Sale
- 03/20/19 02:15 PM
Home for sale in Tempe - Tempe Gardens home for Sale
Located just off McClintock and Baseline Roads, this Tempe home for sale was built in 1969 (Back in the Summer of 69-insert Bryan Adams melody here). I grew u pin this area, in fact, both the Jr High and High School in the boundaries of this Fine Tempe Home for Sale, I attended (Connolly and McClintock).
Now, I know what you're thinking, it was built 50 years ago, yes, yes it was, BUT, its solid block construction and has been renovated and upgraded over the years, so much that now, all … (0 comments)
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chris dunham: Custom home for sale in Tempe - $1.2M Home in Tempe
- 03/14/19 10:25 AM
Custom home for sale in Tempe - $1.2M Home in Tempe
Located just off Warner and Rural in Tempe, this Custom home was built in 1989 and is located in Estates del Sol community. This Tempe home for sale offers a gourmet kitchen with breakfast bar. Room for 3 to sit and enjoy morning coffee and bagel. The formal living and dining areas allow ample room for your designer furnishings. The second level offers additional living space along with an outdoor balcony with view of the park like paradise you'll call your back yard oasis.
This home in Tempe also features 7 … (1 comments)
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chris dunham: HUD homes not as plentiful as years past - Buying a HUD Home
- 03/13/19 10:53 AM
HUD homes not as plentiful as years past - Buying a HUD Home
Back in 2007 to 2011, buying a HUD Home was great option for first time home buyers as well as investors. In fact, during that time frame, I probably closed on average, 70 HUD Homes a year. I called it "Buying a home right side up". Unfortunately, the world of HUD Changed and its a rare occurrence to see HUD homes come up for sale in Maricopa or Pinal County. This is a 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home with just over 2100 square feet. This HUD Home in Gilbert … (0 comments)
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chris dunham: Luxury Homes & their price tags - Selling Million Dollar Homes
- 03/11/19 07:45 PM
Luxury Homes & their Market Times - Selling Million Dollar Homes
The evolution of the Luxury Home Market in Arizona has changed since I first entered the industry, Jan 1999. Back then a home listed at $1M was rare, and would sit forever before selling, of course, marketing was nothing compared to what it is nowadays. Since January 1st of this year, we have seen 280 homes close at a price of $1M or higher. The highest price I found, was $6.4M in Scottsdale. This was a 7 bedroom home with just over 9,300 square feet nestled on 103,327 square foot lot. What … (0 comments)
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chris dunham: Entry level homes disappearing in Arizona market - Market update
- 03/09/19 11:01 AM
Market Update for Arizona home prices $250,000 or less
When I hosted my radio show (Real Talk USA with The Real Estate Guy®) from 2015-2016, I continued to preach the entry level price point was disappearing. I decided to do a little research today while I wait for my afternoon appointment to arrive. Year to date, Jan 1st to today (March 9th) there have been 439 closings in Maricopa County. The criteria I used for these home were as follows:
Single Family Home (detached), at least 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a minimum of 1,400 square feet and a 2 car garage, I didn't cap the … (2 comments)
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The rules of engagement when pursuing a brand new home
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