Real estate blog entries tagged with tucson arizona home buyers by Gabrielle Kamahele Rhind, Broker/Owner (KGC Properties LLC, Tucson Property Management & Real Estate)

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tucson arizona home buyers: You're Plumber Is Hot - But He Can't Fix The Hot Water! - 04/28/11 09:14 AM

I have the funniest phone calls with a friend of mine- she definitely does crazy things and nothing much bothers her. We were talking this morning about a home inspection I have coming up and she says, "OMG if you need a plumber - my plumber is hot - hire him!" Scratching my head, I asked, "I know he's hot - but he can't get your hot water fixed!"
As much as I appreciate her outlook on things- when it comes to home inspections, repairs or other work on major or really important things - I need a little more than "he's hot" as … (8 comments)

tucson arizona home buyers: Seven "Under $70k" Tucson Homes For Sale - 03/03/11 05:26 AM

Here are my picks for the best of 7 under $70,000 (but more than $60k) homes for sale in Tucson!

$ 64,900
3 bedroom/2 bath
1193 square feet
1 car carport
Updated kitchen, baths, custom lights, fixtures, large yard

$65,000
4 bedroom/2 bath
1140 square feet
1 car garage
Updated kitchen & bath, wood floors and ceramic tile

$66,330
3 bedroom/ 2 bath
1634 square feet
1 car carport
Completely updated throughout and a large 1/4 acre lot

$67,000
3 bedroom/2 bath
1587 square feet
Some updated but needs more work
Cash only

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tucson arizona home buyers: Sittin' In The Mornin' Sun, I'll Be Sittin' When The Evening Comes.. Waiting For The Late! - 01/14/11 11:42 PM

If I was Otis Redding, sitting by the dock on a bay - I would have probably waited a little longer .... but instead, my view was a brown house next to a dirt road. So I just watched my hair get grayer yesterday waiting for Buyers to show up.
To pass more time, I got to wondering what is the reasonable amount of time one should wait for someone who is late.
For me, it probably depends on several things - if they call and let me know, I wait longer; if it's a friend who is always late - I wait until I don't … (27 comments)

tucson arizona home buyers: Getting The Most Bang For Your Home Buying Buck! - 11/04/10 01:26 AM

It's what Buyers want ... the most house, the most perks, the most everything for their money these days.
Often, I see Buyers unsure if they are getting a good deal or not - and usually its' because they translate "good deal" into just price and upgrades.
But here is a short list of other things to factor into when thinking about getting the most bang for your buck:
Is the seller contributing or paying for your: closing costs, HOA dues, new appliances, carpet, extending the pest control, putting money towards a new roof for you, etc? Is the home turn-key? … (9 comments)

tucson arizona home buyers: What's Your Neighborhood Like at 2:00am? - 10/14/10 01:43 AM

It's now 5am Tucson time - and finally, there is quiet in my house.
I spent most of the night trying to find a couple of crickets who got in and have been, as my daughter said, "cricketing" all night long. After trying to sleep in various places - I threw in the blanket and just sat - thinking about what I could do.
Around 2am I heard my neighbor coming home. Eric - he's a nice guy. He rides a Harley. I know that Harley sound - you can hear it a mile away. That Harley noise sounded particularly loud that early … (9 comments)

tucson arizona home buyers: 7109 E. Chorro Circle ~ NE Tucson Home~Lowest Price Home In Villa Del Rio Tucson Arizona - 08/19/10 02:11 AM

Tucson Arizona has it's share of lovely townhome/patio home communities nestled all around town. One in particular, Villa Del Rio, is a very affordable option for those looking for a community, yet want a feel for a single family residence, with a low HOA and options for additional parking - at no extra cost - for RVs, boats, etc.

This home located at 7109 E. Chorro Circle, offered at $175,000, is THE lowest price home in the family friendly community.

Nice updated appointments include kitchen, lovely tile floors and carpet with a nice floorplan. The home has an enclosed Arizona Room … (4 comments)

tucson arizona home buyers: Updated "Just Buy Me" Price ~ NE Tucson Patio Home! - 06/21/10 11:40 PM

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tucson arizona home buyers: Charming Patio/Townhome In NE Tucson Near Sabino Canyon! - 06/05/10 02:26 AM

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tucson arizona home buyers: "I Have A Quick Question ..." My Quick Answer? "Don't Do It." - 04/22/10 11:40 PM

Ah yes. The home buyer. They have questions. We can often answer most questions before they are even asked. But clients will call anyway - to ask or ask again ... or ask in a different way.
But I think true "quick questions" should have quick answers: "What is your phone number?", "Want more coffee?" or "Would you like to go to lunch?"
Questions from clients are generally not this "quick" and neither are the answers. So when I get calls from clients during the home buying process and I hear these words,
" I just have a quick question for you ..." … (10 comments)

tucson arizona home buyers: Don't Want To Mow Grass? Consider A Condo Or Coop - 03/29/10 11:56 PM

Some of the things important to remind first time home buyers of is that they will be responsible for fixing and paying for everything that needs repairs with the home - roof, plumbing, electric, appliances, etc. After living in apartments or in other types of rentals where the landlord took care of most things - these realities can set in pretty hard for a new homeowner. And then there is the yard - it's up to the new owner to maintain not just the house - but the yard!
There are some people that just hate yard work and will not do … (12 comments)

tucson arizona home buyers: How To Lose New Clients And Your #1 Source Of Referrals! - 02/01/10 11:18 PM

Here are some of the best ways to lose new clients:
Treating clients different based on their pre-qualified amount. There is nothing worse for clients than to be treated with less respect and attention because of cost of the home they are purchasing.
Being rigid. If you aren't flexible - especially if a client doesn't know you, is nervous or just isn't ready to sign what you want them to sign - they'll find someone who better suits them.
Thinking that you are better real estate agent just because you hang your license with a big name company. You can only … (7 comments)

tucson arizona home buyers: Can I Get A Do-Over? Yes! With The Move Up/Repeat Home Buyer Tax Credit - 01/17/10 09:55 PM

No doubt - the $8000 first time tax credit is a great motivator to buy a home. But, if you don't qualify for it maybe you will for the $6,500 move up/repeat tax credit!
Check out the website that gives answers to all the common questions, but here are the basics:
Qualified buyers can purchase any kind of home and claim the tax credit. And you don't have to "buy up" - you can downsize as well. A qualified move up buyer is someone who has owned the same home for at least 5 consecutive years of 8 years prior to the purchase date … (6 comments)

tucson arizona home buyers: Signed..Sealed...Delivered It's Yours! Right? - 01/12/10 09:34 PM

Frustrating phone call over the weekend: "Sorry Gabrielle - but we found a home and made a cash offer. The Seller is doing all the paperwork. He said we didn't need to use a real estate agent."
Inquiring real estate agent wants to know: "How did you find the house? What's the address?" Ahh...FSBO on Craig's List!
After a few minutes - I wished the Buyer good luck and began to research the property.
Here's what else I discovered:
The property is also in MLS listed for $60,000.00. Note the word LISTED - and it shows it PENDING. Calling the listing agent - just … (19 comments)

tucson arizona home buyers: Still Unsure About Renting Or Buying? - 01/01/10 10:47 PM

Tucson's city council meets this week to discuss and vote on several proposals designed to pay for the huge $32 million budget deficit the city is currently facing.
One of these proposals is a 2% renters tax - which is being referred to as a "landlord tax". It sounds like double-tax to me - landlords are already paying property tax - and will be taxed again on the same property because it's rented. Anyway, we all know what will happen - this tax will just be passed on to the renter in the form of "raising the rent".
Being a landlord myself, I believe that … (6 comments)

tucson arizona home buyers: Weekend Warrior Or Investor - Which Are You? - 12/30/09 09:59 PM

When someone calls and says, "I'm a real estate investor ..." it doesn't take me long to figure out if they really are or not. Basically, to me:
A weekend warrior is someone who focuses on the carpet, the kitchen cabinets and wonders how old the roof is. The true investor only cares about two things: How much out of pocket and how much will I get back?
With tremendous home bargains right now - especially in Tucson - people are looking and buying. For example, a 3 bedroom/2bath, over 1100 sq feet, large yard, partially updated for $56,000. Similar homes in … (6 comments)

tucson arizona home buyers: Pro-Consumer GFE/HUD Rules Coming In January of 2010! - 12/15/09 08:49 PM

Many buyers have seen last minute mortgage-settlement cost shocks and mystery junk-fee charges that pop up last minute or the "good-faith estimates" from lenders saying that closing costs would be about $2,000, but doubled to $4000 on the final settlement sheet. Worse - the Buyer had to come up with the extra money to cover the surprise costs or the sale or refinance just isn't going to happen.
But drastic changes are coming. On January 1, new federal rules adopted by the Department of Housing and Urban Development will implement pro-consumer real estate and mortgage transactions across the country. The bottom line? … (7 comments)

tucson arizona home buyers: Get Over That Kitchen Or You Could Get Railroaded! - 12/14/09 09:09 PM

A friend of mine bought a home several months ago. She was so caught up in "buying" and "cost" and "OMG I can't get over this kitchen!"that she didn't pay attention to other things about the home or the neighborhood. And her cousin (the real estate agent) was "ooh-ing and ahh-ing" right along with her!
45 some days later - the first night my friend spent in her new home - was the night she discovered - the train.
Choo-choo-chug-chug -- then the loud horn. Yep every morning at 2am and every night at 8:30pm. Sometimes more if it's the weekend.
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tucson arizona home buyers: Are You A Sinking Ship In The Sea Of Realtors? - 11/15/09 09:28 PM

When it comes right down to it - there are two things a good real estate professional does:
1) Knows and gives clients all their options - then lets the client decide.
2) Ethically, professionally and efficiently gets their clients through the home buying process.
Of course, there are a lot of other qualities that make for a good real estate agent - but if you can do both of the above - you'll naturally develop all the other skills you need!
And what type of agents get the most complaints from consumers? Ones that:
aren't current with trends, financing options, the … (8 comments)

tucson arizona home buyers: STEP 1: Say "Hello!!" STEP 2: Don't Blow Off The Caller! - 10/24/09 01:00 AM

The first step in getting any lead is to answer your phone!
The second step is to develop the conversation beyond the first few sentences.
Here are some quotes heard from potential clients that were blown off over the past month:
"We need a few more months before we are ready to buy. The agent we talked to said to call back when we were ready to sign."
"We are only qualified for $70,000.00......we think."
"We need a lease/option - the two agents we talked to didn't want to do them because of the risk they wouldn't get paid for … (17 comments)

tucson arizona home buyers: Rites of Passage: From Nerves To A House-Warming Party - 10/07/09 11:02 PM

Realtor.org wrote that now is a historic time for first home buyers.
So the big hurdle is getting the first time home buyer past their nerves and to the closing table. Add the mad rush to buy something before the $8000 tax credit ends on November 30th -- and it can get crazy!
People often "need" to go through phases of emotions, trial and error, etc., in order to find their passage to the next step of a new venture. It's our job to help these types of first time home buyers stay focused and calm.
How?
Let them vent, be "know-it-alls", anxious, excited, … (5 comments)

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