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Condo in Salida del Sol - Scottsdale, AZ

Condo in gated north central Scottsdale prestigious community Salida del Sol

EXCEPTIONAL 2 BEDROOM - 1.5 BATH CONDO IN LOCATION IN PRESTIGIOUS NORTH SCOTTSDALE GATED COMMUNITY OF SALIDA DEL SOL. TERRIFIC CONDO: NEUTRAL COLORS, OPEN FLOOR PLAN, VAULTED CEILINGS, CEILING FANS. WASHER/DRYER REFRIGERATOR INCLUDED. RECENTLY PAINTED. LARGE MASTER WITH MIRRORED CLOSET DOORS. MOUNTAIN VIEWS. COMMUNITY OFFERS HEATED POOL & SPA. CONVENIENT TO SCOTTSDALE AIR PARK, GOLF, DC RANCH, RESTAURANTS, SHOPPING, WEST WORLD, PARKS AND THE 101 FREEWAY. PET LIMIT 30 LBS

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0 comments • Gary and Claudia Scott - Scottsdale, AZ Real Estate • August 29 2008 08:45AM

Upgrades to Realtor.com

 
Did you know that REALTOR.com® is the most visited real estate web site with 6+ million visitors each month? And, these visitors stay 4 times longer and return more often than they do on other real estate web sites. This trusted web site is an official website of the National Association of Realtors providing reliable information to consumers. 
Now REALTOR.com® has become even better. The newly enhanced REALTOR.com® includes plenty of cutting-edge features and technology-including a new section that home buyers and sellers will find invaluable. The listings are updated every 15 minutes.
The new features include: new technology making the consumer search easy and informative.
· Find Home Values: a comprehensive search and content destination that displays property values and much more for any neighborhood. Site visitors can view the estimated value for a specific home or neighborhood, or they can explore a given area using an interactive map-based interface.
· Find a Neighborhood: Allows consumers to window shop by zooming in to any neighborhood they choose to view activity in that neighborhood.
Check out this upgraded web site: REALTOR.com®
The Internet has been revolutionizing real estate for years now: according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR) more than 80 percent of buyers look at homes on the Internet. Working with an Internet-savvy agent is as important for buyers as it is for sellers!
We are proud members of REALTOR.com® . We use syndication to publish our listing widely. In addition to the MLS, REALTOR.com® , Homes.com, our personal web sites we syndicate your listings to Myspace, Postlets, Zillow, Trulia, Craigslist, Yahoo!, Google, and MORE. 
 
0 comments • Gary and Claudia Scott - Scottsdale, AZ Real Estate • August 28 2008 12:26PM

What Makes a Green Home?

What Makes a Green Home?

A green home incorporates smart design, technology, construction and maintenance elements to significantly lessen the negative impact of the home on the environment and improve the health of the people who live inside. No matter your location or living situation, the opportunities for living a greener life at home are limited only by your imagination.

On average, green buildings save 10% of utility costs each year -- and sometimes much more.

Check out the Green Home Guide below to discover ways to make your home more efficient

Green Home Building

 

 

0 comments • Gary and Claudia Scott - Scottsdale, AZ Real Estate • August 27 2008 04:59PM

Today’s “Buyer’s Market”

   
Today’s “Buyer’s Market” - In today’s transitioning marketplace with a large inventory and uncertain direction, the buyer is often very anxious. The slide in late 2005 is in the process of recovering although no one has a crystal ball to predict when this market will turn around. Some buyers in these uncertain waters are concerned about the future value of the home they buy.
Buyers are not necessarily being greedy but many buyers are prepared to walk away from sellers who are unwilling to negotiate in this market. It is key for the seller to price his home realistically - price it right for maximum exposure. The longer a home is on the market the less attractive it appears. Listen to the experts, you are paying your Realtor for his advise and expertise. Review the comprehensive market analysis provided by your realtor and then go with your Realtor and actually preview your competition. The price should be set at what fair market value you can get, not at what you ‘think it is worth’. The appraisal you had in 2005 is not necessarily the value of your home in today’s market. With the tools available to them, buyers are well educated in the value of the homes in your neighborhood. The only thing that matters is what a buyer is willing to pay for the home today. 
Obviously the condition of your home is significant. You don’t necessarily have to install granite counter tops, but put your best food forward. Make sure it is clean, well maintained and free of extra clutter. If there are obvious items that need repair or replacement get it completed prior to listing the home. A fresh coat paint of one of the new “in colors” is an inexpensive way to give the home that designer look. Showcase your home to make it stand out from the crowd!!
Buyers—If you are serious about buying a home, you should decide if you are ready to actively shop and then negotiate a fair deal instead of waiting for prices to drop. Now is a great time to buy as it is like buying premium stocks when the market it down!! 
If you are thinking of buying or selling, contact us! Toll Free 899-464-2140
 
 
0 comments • Gary and Claudia Scott - Scottsdale, AZ Real Estate • August 25 2008 10:00PM

Townhome for sale in Tempe, AZ

Awesome single level townhome in Tempe, Arizona.

This single level end unit is a split 2 bedroom, 2 bath floorplan providing privacy both inside and out.  The kitchen has tile floors and updated counters. The open floorplan with vaulted ceilings and sky lights opens to a private backyard with a large covered patio.  French doors lead to the backyard and a fireplace adds charm to the great room area. There is a breakfast nook as well as room for barstools at the kitchen counter. The full size inside washer and dryer are included as well as the refrigerator and filtered drinking water system. The master bedroom has a walk in closet and access to the private back patio.

The unit is located to the rear of the complex away from any traffic noise. This complex features a heated community pool and spa as well as a clubhouse.  There is also a gated area for extra parking of RV's, boats or other large vehicles.

The complex is conveniently located in Tempe, minutes from freeways (101 & 60), ASU, the new light rail, parks, restaurants, shopping, downtown Tempe and Sky Harbor Airport.

EXCELLENT UNIT FOR STUDENT, SNOWBIRD, INVESTOR, OR FIRST TIME HOME BUYER.

Check it out at  AZ-real-estate-sales.com  or garyandclaudiascott.point2agent.com

0 comments • Gary and Claudia Scott - Scottsdale, AZ Real Estate • August 23 2008 11:24PM

Going green? APS - offers new loan program for solar panal installation!

Thinking of going "Green"??

Arizona Public Service Co. is introducing a new loan program that would allow customers to install solar panels on their houses at virtually no up-front charge.   This can still be expensice but solar power will become very viable and more affordable in the future. Studies have shown that nearly 50% efficiency being reached in testing the solar panels.

Check out this article in the August 22, 2008 Arizona Republic:
    APS offers loans for customers to install solar panels


0 comments • Gary and Claudia Scott - Scottsdale, AZ Real Estate • August 22 2008 06:21PM

Valley Home Sales: The gain of approximately 80% vs the loss of average 21%

According to the latest Arizona State University-Repeat Sales Index, which is based on repeat sales of the same homes as they sell over time:  from May 2007 to May 2008 the drop in the average valley home price was 21% .  The good news is that even though the latest year-to-year figure is steep, the rate of decline has slowed.  Although the sales prices have declined for 15 straight months it is offset by the gains as high as 80.6 percent from 2004 to 2006. 

  • Scottsdale/Paradise Valley off 12 percent
  • Down 12.3 percent in the Northeast Valley communities of Carefree, Cave Creek, Fountain Hills, Paradise Valley and Scottsdale.
  • Tempe, minus 14.7 percent
  • Chandler, minus 17.8 percent.
  • Mesa, minus 21 percent
  • Peoria, minus 26.9 percent

All in all, if you purchased a home prior to 2004, the overall gain in the value of your property is still significant.  

To find the latest statistics please visit us at www.AZ-real-estate-sales.com. To search properties in the various regions/cities please search our MLS or use our POWER SEARCH to search by city and subdivision.

When looking to buy and/or sell, or know of anyone that is, feel free to contact us at  480-948-550 or toll free  1-866-464-2140 .  Visit our website www.AZ-real-estate-sales.com where you will find a wealth of information and tools to assist you with all your real estate needs.

0 comments • Gary and Claudia Scott - Scottsdale, AZ Real Estate • August 20 2008 08:52PM

Phoenix, AZ: 2008 Year to Date Residential Closings by Region

The Phoenix metro area is encompasses several different regions each experiencing diverse signs of recovery. To acquire a more accurate picture, the sales statistics can be broken down by REGIONS.

  In July 2006 the valley wide sales was 6,102 while in July 2007 the valley wide sales was 4,731.

 

There are currently 43,194 active listings and 6,740 pending listings on the market in the greater Phoenix metro area.  The number of sold an pending listings has increased from 5% in January to approximately 12 today. Slowly and steadly the inventroy is being reduced

To find the latest statistics please visit us at www.AZ-real-estate-sales.com. To search properties in the various regions/cities please search our MLS or use our POWER SEARCH to search by city and subdivision.

When looking to buy and/or sell, or know of anyone that is, feel free to contact us at  480-948-0550  or toll free  1-866-464-2140 . Visit our website www.AZ-real-estate-sales.com where you will find a wealth of information and tools to assist you with all your real estate needs.

 

2 comments • Gary and Claudia Scott - Scottsdale, AZ Real Estate • August 19 2008 01:49PM

Phoenix Housing Market reflects positives!

On August 10, 2008 an article was published in the Arizona Republic newspaper with comments from our broker, Jim Sexton, president of real-estate firm John Hall & Associates.


“Homes priced under $350,000 are selling much quicker than the rest of the market. An analysis from Jim Sexton, president of real-estate firm John Hall & Associates, shows there is only a seven-month supply of homes in that lower range. That’s a healthy level.”

The Market is slowly showing signs of recovery as more buyers are selling homes in other states allowing them to now able to relocate and purchase homes here in the valley. 

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Planning on buying or selling a home in Scottsdale?
Call Gary and Claudia Scott today, 480-948-0550 or toll free 1-866-464-2140

0 comments • Gary and Claudia Scott - Scottsdale, AZ Real Estate • August 11 2008 05:11PM