Buy or Sell Homes in South East Valley of Arizona

"There is an ebb and flow in business and in life--it is like the wind-- you can either let it blow you over or you can lean into it and keep on moving!" In looking back at the year, I like to note; 10 Highlights- accomplishments, best memories, proud of moments 10 Disappointments- Failures, missed opportunities, things I learned from 3 Game changers-unexpected events that shifted my priorities 3 Things I focused on/ did I get results I wanted- What I put my the most time into. 3 Things I forget to do-- just didn't get around to doing Now that I have all this information gathered- What will the next year's plan look like? There will be a few new things for me one of which is my new website; "Beery" Good Realtor- website But mostly it is going to be a year or tweaking what I already have in place, and refining systems to build on. For this year is my year to reach for the stars!! I want to help you reach ...

Click the link for the full report-- http://www.armls.com/docs/market-watch-report-2016/3q-2016.pdf?sfvrsn=0 Maricopa Median home sales-$236,900 + 7.7%  Average homes sales-$285,735 +5.9%  Average days on the market- 49 Pinal Median home sales$171,000 + 8.6% Average home sales-$183,233 + 8.1% Average days on market- 60 All data from the Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. Powered by ShowingTime

Just driving around the valley I am sure you have noticed all the new homes being constructed-- just waiting for you and your family to call home. There are a few things you need to know about buying a new built. Some good and some bad-- but if you know what you are getting into and you have dome all your research, brought a REALTOR to view the homes before you pick the one you would like to buy and you’ve weighed all the options and decided a new construction home is right for you. Now you want to find the perfect builder for your dream home.  Congratulations! It’s a great undertaking – and a great reward – to walk into you own brand new house and make it home. The process to get from meeting builders to that moment can be stressful which is why we recommend working with a real estate agent. The good news is that you don’t have to deal with negotiating with a seller like you might with a previously owned home. The Most Important Step you can take is having your REALTOR go ...

UPDATE: So Proud to say- We had 8 showing the first day on the market and seller accepted an offer for above full price! This home just hit the market... $210,000 will make this beauty yours... This home will make a great starter home, or perfect for the folks on the go! With 3 bedrooms+den/office & 2.5 baths 2 car garage it has everything you are looking for! It includes all kitchen appliances and washer/dryer. What a great layout- with a great room concept but also a formal living room/music room. It also boasts a finished- low maintenance backyard to enjoy the Arizona sunsets. HOA takes care of the front landscaping. Located with easy access to shopping- (San Tan Mall or Chandler Fashion mall), schools, hospitals, and entertainment galore. Your will be so glad you came by to check this one out! For more information contact me- BeeryRealty@gmail.com or www.AzSellsHomes.com for lots more details and pictures click here

Last month STAT projected a median sales price for July of $223,000 with the added caveat that their mathematical projections have been coming in slightly lower than the actual results for most of this year. They expected a decline in the median sales price in July, but they also thought it would probably not be as low as our projection of $223,000. The actual median sales price in July was $225,000, 0.9% higher than the $223,000 projected by our mathematical model.  Looking ahead to August, the ARMLS Pending Price Index projects a median sales price of $225,000. MLS sales volume in July 2016 was at 7,630, which was 284 fewer sales than July 2015 at 7,914. STAT had expected July sales volume to be lower than the total last year as there were only 20 business days this year compared to 22 business days last year. We begin August with 6,705 pending and 3,633 UCB listings giving us a total of 10,338 residential listings practically under contract. This compares to 9,726 of the same ...

If you’re looking for a home either new or a re-sale- in the South East Valley of Phoenix; including Tempe, Chandler, Mesa, Gilbert, Queen Creek, or San Tan Valley you’ve got a lot of choices. Here are 10 communities in no particular order. I think they are worth checking out for your consideration if you are looking for a resale home.   1.      Dobson Ranch – Built between 1973 and 1999, this well-established community offers easy access to freeways, walking distance to schools, and year round community events. Dobson Ranch offers tennis courts, community pool, golf course, meeting space, and programs for all ages. 2.      Val Vista Lakes – Located in the heart of the fast-growing, family community of Gilbert, Val Vista Lakes offers more than 24 subdivisions and lakeside views, and a community center with heated pool and beach with sand, where you can enjoy special events with family and friends. 3.      August...

Many banks will give you a pre-qualified letter-- but that is not enough if you are buying a home in Arizona.  It is important to understand why you must do your part before looking to buy a home- this will save you many headache and will give you the best chance to buy your dream home when you do find it.   If you are planning on buying a home in the next year, there are a few things you should do before you start looking: decide on the neighborhood that will provide you with good schools and a reasonable commute to work; get your credit reports and confirm all the information is accurate; and learn the difference between pre-qualified and pre-approved mortgage loans. What Does Pre-qualified Mean? The first thing you need to know is that being pre-qualified for a mortgage does not guarantee you will get one. When a lender sits down to talk to a prospective buyer, they will ask questions about the buyer's credit, assets, and income. It's important to note that no ...

Your house is one of the biggest investments you will ever make and I want to be sure you and your home are in good hands. The plain and simple fact of living is that one day we will die. It’s sad but true. How do you protect your biggest asset - your home? You have an estate plan. Having an estate plan is important for your care if/when you are medically incapacitated and distribution of assets after your death. An estate plan should clearly define: ·        Medical instructions including naming a medical power of attorney ·        How to distribute your assets after your death ·        Custody of minor children and disabled adults in your care ·        Special requests for your assets such as naming a caretaker or leaving money for your pet(s). What is an estate Plan? An estate plan is a plan for your well-being if you are medically incapacitat...

Some highlights: 24% of all recent home buyers were single at the time of purchase 47% of single men cite the desire to own a home of their own as the primary reason to buy. 18% of first time buyers were single woman  If you have been thinking of owning your own home- I LOVE helping first time buyers get on the right path so down the line you have the right home for your needs...Never any pressure, and always making it a fun experience!   

With Summer just around the corner are you thinking of buying a home for your growing family? There are a few things to consider. What features mean the most to you? Maybe you need all the bedrooms on one floor or prefer a one-story home. What’s your budget? What part of the Phoenix area do you want to be? Answering all of the questions can get overwhelming which is why I offer the following tips:   Buy a home with resale in mind . Families are transient here in the Phoenix area with many residents hailing from other cities and towns across the nation, making it important to think about reselling your home. For example, a kitchen and bathroom remodel could cost a lot of money but you may need to do it to sell your home at a good price. Schools . Even if your children are young now, think about where you would want them to attend school. You wouldn’t have to move just to get into a better school district. Also, when you resell your home, the value may be different dependi...

Lately many of the folks I come across are thinking of and acting on having a couple of rental homes as a second source of income to their retirement income. Does that sound like you—well know you are not alone. A Harvard University recently published a report of the rental market in the United States . This study included rental-market trends over the last decade and predictions for the next ten years. One of the most surprising facts from the study is that renting a home has become a more common option for almost all types of Americans. These are some of the results found in the report: The number of renters increased for people with all levels of household incomes.  The number of renters increased for single people, couples, and parents with children.  The number of single-family houses that have been converted to rental units also increased.  Rising Rent Costs in Most Cities  This housing study also looked at America's largest rental markets. Three ou...

Almost everyone today shows some concern about what the inhabitants of Earth can do to keep the planet clean and livable. Because each of us is only one person, there are no large-scale projects we can do, but if we all do something that may seem small, our combined efforts will help to keep our planet viable. A few things we can do:  Plant a tree. Over time, a single tree can improve the environment in a large area around it. So planting a tree makes a lot of sense today.    Learn about recycling. It's all about disposing of waste materials in a productive way. It's one of the best ideas for making the earth green forever. The impact of a landfill can harm the Earth as it continues to grow, so take recycling seriously.   Develop a better cleaning strategy. Most people don't have one. Your own cleaning plans might involve using natural products like vinegar for cleaning at home. Your home will be a nice place when it's free of dust and odors. ...

Once the chill is out of the air and the trees begin to bloom and Spring training starts for Baseball--I always feel there is some cleaning  to be done! Here is a great chart from Good House Keeping that lines up when you should do what... I love it for the simple fact that they break it up in easy to do chores. If you are in the middle of cleaning and realize your home doesn't fit your needs any more, Please give me a call and we can talk about your options and how I can help you find just the right home for you again! Or go to www.AzBuysHomes.com  to see what is out there to buyer or what your competition is in your neighborhood.

It's important to remember that the first house you buy isn't likely to be the one you'll live in forever.   Instead, you might consider looking for a starter home when you are tired of renting and unable to afford your dream house. Approaching the house-hunting process with this caveat in mind will allow you to forgive some of the property's shortcomings and put you in a good position to profit when you resell the home. Here are a few tips to consider: Investigate the Neighborhood While it might seem like a good idea to take advantage of the potential profitability of an up-and-coming neighborhood, you likely won't be living in your starter home long enough to see a major shift. Instead, look for your first home in an already established, safe neighborhood because it'll probably keep its desirable status, and this can be an advantage for you when you want to sell your house in the future. Many first-time buyers are also in the process of startin...

Happy New Year!! Wishing you and your family the very best in 2016! As Most of you know I love quotes- here is one of my favorites for the New Year!  “May Light always surround you; Hope kindle and rebound you. May your Hurts turn to Healing; Your Heart embrace Feeling. May Wounds become Wisdom; Every Kindness a Prism. May Laughter infect you; Your Passion resurrect you. May Goodness inspire   your Deepest Desires. Through all that you Reach For,   May your arms Never Tire.”   ―   D. Simone I ask you what are you leaving behind in 2015?  What is your biggest goal in 2016?  In 2016 May it hold all of your dreams, a few good  surprises, lots of love and laughter~ Blessings to you!