240North Scottsdale Blogshttp://homes.point2.com/Blog/US/Arizona/Maricopa-County/Scottsdale/North-Scottsdale.aspxhttp://homes.point2.com/Images/Icons/807AAA359696B2CCC21BE5A099399412.jpghttp://homes.point2.com/2009-12-19T10:53:00-06:00From one of our strategic partners : Burt Carlson Mortgage Consultant Smart Financial Mortgage Phoenix, AZ 85016 (602) 803-9660 (cell) burt@gosfm.com Reminder: If you or anyone you know is interested in getting FREE assistance with a loan modification ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2009/12/19/phoenix-metro-mortgage-update-for-december-19-2009.aspx2009-12-19T10:53:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2009/12/19/phoenix-metro-mortgage-update-for-december-19-2009.aspxScottsdale Real EstatePhoenix Real EstateFannie MaeFreddie MACFHAForeclosuresInterest RatesPhoenix Mortgage UpdateFrom one of our strategic partners : Burt Carlson Mortgage Consultant Smart Financial Mortgage Phoenix, AZ 85016 (602) 803-9660 (cell) burt@gosfm.com Important Update: A new program from the government for Short Sales and Deed-in-Lieu of Foreclosure was ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2009/12/13/phoenix-metro-weekly-mortgage-update-for-december-12-2009.aspx2009-12-13T09:48:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2009/12/13/phoenix-metro-weekly-mortgage-update-for-december-12-2009.aspxScottsdale Real EstatePhoenix Real EstateFannie MaeFreddie MACFHAForeclosuresInterest RatesPhoenix Mortgage UpdateAnyone who knows that they will be purchasing via an FHA loan in the coming months, but has been sitting on the sidelines, needs to get in the game NOW...if you are really serious about buying. HUD Secretary Shaun Donovan has promised that starting in ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2009/12/10/phoenix-fha-loans-to-tighten-in-2010.aspx2009-12-10T21:20:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2009/12/10/phoenix-fha-loans-to-tighten-in-2010.aspxScottsdale Real EstatePhoenix Real EstateFHACredit ScoresMortgage FinancingMortgage GuidelinesFrom one of our strategic partners : Burt Carlson Mortgage Consultant Smart Financial Mortgage Phoenix, AZ 85016 (602) 803-9660 (cell) burt@gosfm.com FHA Update: The noise is becoming more frequent and intense about changes to FHA. Clearly new guidelines ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2009/12/5/phoenix-metro-weekly-mortgage-update-for-december-5-2009.aspx2009-12-05T13:51:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2009/12/5/phoenix-metro-weekly-mortgage-update-for-december-5-2009.aspxScottsdale Real EstatePhoenix Real EstateFannie MaeFreddie MACFHAForeclosuresInterest RatesPhoenix Mortgage UpdateFrom one of our strategic partners.... Burt Carlson Mortgage Consultant Smart Financial Mortgage Phoenix, AZ 85016 (602) 803-9660 (cell) burt@gosfm.com Interest Rates Market rates continued to stay below 5% and make buying a home very affordable. We are ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2009/12/1/phoenix-area-weekly-mortgage-update-for-november-25-2009.aspx2009-12-01T14:06:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2009/12/1/phoenix-area-weekly-mortgage-update-for-november-25-2009.aspxScottsdale Real EstatePhoenix Real EstatePhoenix Mortgage InformationWell, just when we thought it was long out of reach… Congress has voted to not only extend, but expand the $8,000 First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit through April 30, 2010. And what does this new and improved product have to offer? Here’s the ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2009/11/4/homebuyer-tax-credit-new-and-improved.aspx2009-11-04T09:00:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2009/11/4/homebuyer-tax-credit-new-and-improved.aspxFirst Time HomebuyerFannie MaeFreddie MACFHAHomebuyer Tax CreditTo further provide better service to all my long time clients as well as new clients, I have just been certified as an REO Specialist. What is an REO Specialist? REO stands for Real Estate Owned properties - owned by lending insititutions. My certifcation ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2009/6/22/announcing-i-am-now-a-nfsti-certified-reo-specialist.aspx2009-06-22T11:54:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2009/6/22/announcing-i-am-now-a-nfsti-certified-reo-specialist.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleEventsTechnologyIndustryPoint2Buyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationSellersHomesNeighborhoodsCommunityScottsdaleBuyersToday all you see is Bank Owned Listings and For Sale Signs all over the place. Yes it is a buyers market and a great one at that. Have you seen some of the homes available and the amazing low prices the banks have placed on the home? Arizona Bank Owned ...http://www.vipazhomes.com/blogs/tim_grossglauser/archive/2009/5/4/arizona-bank-owned-homes.aspx2009-05-04T13:34:00-06:00Tim Grossglauserhttp://www.vipazhomes.com/blogs/tim_grossglauser/archive/2009/5/4/arizona-bank-owned-homes.aspxarizona bank owned homesarizona distressed propertiesarizona foreclosuresarizona reoHappy New Year…and nothing like a new year to make some new changes and that’s what’s been happening with us. We wanted to let you know that we have changed brokerages from Re/Max Excalibur (a brokerage of 225 agents) to HomeSmart International ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2009/1/4/new-year-brings-new-changes.aspx2009-01-04T15:41:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2009/1/4/new-year-brings-new-changes.aspxAnnouncementsScottsdale Real EstatePhoenix Real EstateRe/MaxReal Estate Brokerage NewsNew YearHomeSmartWell, as if life is not complicated enough, a new Arizona law goes into effect today regarding your license plate, and if it’s not displayed correctly, it will definitely not be the start of a Happy New Year! And what is so pressing regarding one’s ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2009/1/1/new-arizona-license-plate-law-in-effect-on-january-1-2009.aspx2009-01-01T15:38:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2009/1/1/new-arizona-license-plate-law-in-effect-on-january-1-2009.aspxAnnouncementsCommunity InformationPhoenixScottsdaleMaricopa CountyArizona LawsArizona License PlateIt’s hard to believe that we’re finally at the end of 2008, so that means it’s time to look at the numbers from November. ( Note: This data has been pulled from the Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service and is deemed reliable, but ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/12/31/phoenix-metro-real-estate-market-report-for-november-2008.aspx2008-12-31T15:35:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/12/31/phoenix-metro-real-estate-market-report-for-november-2008.aspxMarket ConditionsBuyer InformationScottsdale Real EstatePhoenix Real EstateWeekly Phoenix Real Estate Market UpdatePhoenix MLS Inventory DataHUD has announced their new permanent loan limits for each MSA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) for 2009. As of January 1, 2009, the MAXIMUM FHA loan limit for single family residences in Arizona (with the exception of Coconino County), will be $271,050 ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/11/25/fha-mortgage-loan-limits-in-arizona-changing-for-2009.aspx2008-11-25T15:32:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/11/25/fha-mortgage-loan-limits-in-arizona-changing-for-2009.aspxFinancesBuyer InformationScottsdale Real EstatePhoenix Real EstateFHAMortgage FinancingFHA Mortgage Loan LimitsWe wrote a couple of months ago about the fact that Seller Assisted Down Payments were going away effective October 1, 2008 with the passage of the new housing stimulus bill . Well, one of our lenders found some creative private investors who were willing ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/11/18/0-down-financing-no-closing-costs-available-in-phoenix-scottsdale.aspx2008-11-18T15:28:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/11/18/0-down-financing-no-closing-costs-available-in-phoenix-scottsdale.aspxMarket ConditionsBuyer InformationScottsdale Real EstatePhoenix Real EstateFirst Time HomebuyerFHANew Home LoansLoan QualificationsNo Closing CostsDown Payment AssistanceMortgage FinancingWinter is upon us, so it’s time to take a look at the numbers for October 2008. ( Note: This data has been pulled from the Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service and is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. These numbers encompass the entire ARMLS ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/11/14/phoenix-metro-real-estate-market-report-for-october-2008.aspx2008-11-14T15:25:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/11/14/phoenix-metro-real-estate-market-report-for-october-2008.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsScottsdale Real EstatePhoenix Real EstateFirst Time HomebuyerWeekly Phoenix Real Estate Market UpdatePhoenix MLS Inventory DataPhoenixScottsdaleCanadian BuyersWe’re on the mailing list for CityNorth in Phoenix, AZ (and for those who do not know about CityNorth, here’s a bit more information ). CityNorth will be opening on November 13, 2008 and is holding their Job Fair on Tuesday, October 14 from ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/10/9/citynorth-in-phoenix-az-is-hiring-job-fair-announced.aspx2008-10-09T15:21:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/10/9/citynorth-in-phoenix-az-is-hiring-job-fair-announced.aspxAnnouncementsEventsCommunity InformationPhoenixScottsdaleCityNorthMaricopa CountyPhoenix/Scottsdale Monthly Real Estate Sales October is here and while last month we were thinking fall had finally come it’s proven to be a bit on the warmer side for the first couple weeks of the month. As we write, temperatures are bordering 100 ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/10/7/phoenix-metro-real-estate-market-report-for-september-2008.aspx2008-10-07T15:13:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/10/7/phoenix-metro-real-estate-market-report-for-september-2008.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsBuyer InformationScottsdale Real EstatePhoenix Real EstateWeekly Phoenix Real Estate Market UpdatePhoenix MLS Inventory DataPhoenixScottsdaleDogs, cats are being left behind by owners to fend for themselves in a vacant home or yard, in a neighborhood or on the street if the house which was their home has been foreclosed or the owners evicted. Unfortunately, some owners have believed that someone ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/9/9/the-innocent-victims-of-foreclosure.aspx2008-09-09T15:11:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/9/9/the-innocent-victims-of-foreclosure.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleAnnouncementsEventsPoint2FinancesBuyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationSellersAgentsHomesNeighborhoodsCommunityScottsdaleBuyersWell, as if we didn't have enough changes taking place at lightening speed, now one more change from Fannie Mae came down effective August 1, 2008. This time the issue swirls around new rules that will affect converting your principal residence to ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/8/23/converting-primary-residence-to-second-home-or-investment-property-fannie-says-not-so-fast.aspx2008-08-23T10:22:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/8/23/converting-primary-residence-to-second-home-or-investment-property-fannie-says-not-so-fast.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor Rent/LeaseFinancesBuyer InformationSeller InformationValueScottsdale Real EstateMortgage LendingFannie MaeFreddie MACHomesCreditScottsdaleRefinanceInvestment PropertyLoan QualificationsSecond HomesWe recently wrote a pretty long piece about all the Home Financing Changes over the past year and what it will mean to you. Within that article, we also discussed the fact that Seller Assisted Down payments through programs like AmeriDream and Nehemiah ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/8/20/down-payment-assistance-in-phoenix-scottsdale-one-month-and-counting.aspx2008-08-20T13:20:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/8/20/down-payment-assistance-in-phoenix-scottsdale-one-month-and-counting.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsBuyer InformationSeller InformationScottsdale Real EstatePhoenix Real EstateFirst Time HomebuyerHomesPhoenixScottsdaleFHAHousing Stimulus BillSeller Assisted Down PaymentsNew Home LoansAmerDreamNehemiahWe're always into finding nifty little widgets to add to our website and recently found this one. Since we know the cost of commuting in the Phoenix/Scottsdale metropolitan area can be huge, we wanted to add this feature to help you in your decision ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/8/18/cost-of-commuting-in-the-phoenix-scottsdale-metropolitan-area.aspx2008-08-18T23:01:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/8/18/cost-of-commuting-in-the-phoenix-scottsdale-metropolitan-area.aspxReal EstateFinancesBuyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationValueScottsdale Real EstatePhoenix Real EstateFirst Time HomebuyerPhoenixScottsdaleMaricopa CountyCost of CommutingFor those of you, like us, who are numbers people, we wanted to pass along some more interesting facts (another hat tip to one of our lending partners, Rob Kanyur at Nova Home Loans in Scottsdale , AZ - www.robk@novahomeloans.com or www.robkanyurcandomortgages.com ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/8/16/a-historical-look-at-maricopa-county-first-mortgage-volume.aspx2008-08-16T11:57:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/8/16/a-historical-look-at-maricopa-county-first-mortgage-volume.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFinancesBuyer InformationSeller InformationScottsdale Real EstatePhoenix Real EstateMortgage LendingHomesPhoenixScottsdaleFHAMaricopa CountyNew Home LoansRefinanceBY THE NUMBER$. (Hat tip to one of our lending partners, Rob Kanyur at Nova Home Loans in Scottsdale, AZ - RobK@NovaHomeLoans.com or www.RobKanyurCanDoMortgages.com Hope you find it as interesting as we did!!! 1. MOST RECENTLY - 7 of the last 9 months ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/8/16/interesting-facts-according-to-the-numbers.aspx2008-08-16T11:01:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/8/16/interesting-facts-according-to-the-numbers.aspxMarket ConditionsFinancesBuyer InformationSeller InformationValueScottsdale Real EstatePhoenix Real EstateHumorMortgage LendingTriviaHomesFed Discount RateFed Funds RateFHAUnited StatesWe don't normally like to turn our blog posts into long diatribes, but at the same time, there have been so many changes this past year in lender financing, as well as multiple changes at Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac and most recently with FHA, we felt it ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/8/7/home-financing-changes-what-it-means.aspx2008-08-07T18:57:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/8/7/home-financing-changes-what-it-means.aspxMarket ConditionsFinancesBuyer InformationSeller InformationScottsdale Real EstatePhoenix Real EstateMortgage LendingFICOFannie MaeFreddie MACHomesPhoenixScottsdaleFHAHousing Stimulus BillSeller Assisted Down PaymentsMortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief ActFHA Risk-Based PricingCredit ScoresFHA Higher Loan LimitsWell, the year is just zipping by and we’re finally into fall. Although it’s a bit different from the Midwest where we see changing leaves on the trees, our signal in Arizona is that we’re departing monsoon season and the temperature ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/8/7/phoenix-metro-real-estate-market-report-for-august-2008.aspx2008-08-07T15:06:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/8/7/phoenix-metro-real-estate-market-report-for-august-2008.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsBuyer InformationSeller InformationScottsdale Real EstatePhoenix Real EstateFirst Time HomebuyerWeekly Phoenix Real Estate Market UpdatePhoenix MLS Inventory DataPhoenixScottsdaleThe media bombard us daily with the numbers of homes which are in mortgage difficulties. Perhaps, you have wondered if you should get involved in purchasing such a property. The first thing you should realize is that the answer to that question depends ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/8/4/should-you-buy-a-foreclosure.aspx2008-08-04T12:28:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/8/4/should-you-buy-a-foreclosure.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleFinancesBuyer InformationCommunity InformationHomesNeighborhoodsCommunityScottsdaleBuyersIt's hard to believe that we are into our last month of the summer...though living in Arizona, this heat will stay with us well into late September. Since another month has passed, we'll take a look at the numbers for July 2008. ( Note: This data ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/8/1/phoenix-metro-real-estate-market-report-for-july-2008.aspx2008-08-01T18:29:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/8/1/phoenix-metro-real-estate-market-report-for-july-2008.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsBuyer InformationSeller InformationScottsdale Real EstatePhoenix Real EstateFirst Time HomebuyerWeekly Phoenix Real Estate Market UpdatePhoenix MLS Inventory DataHomesPhoenixScottsdaleMaricopa CountyIt's great to see that finally the lawmakers in Arizona decided that 10,000 loan originators and front line employees of mortgage companies, brokers and lenders should be subject to screening, processing, licensing and accountability. The law will ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/7/13/finally-finally-finally-bill-signed-to-license-mortgage-loan-workers.aspx2008-07-13T08:26:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/7/13/finally-finally-finally-bill-signed-to-license-mortgage-loan-workers.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleAnnouncementsIndustryFinancesBuyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationSellersAgentsHomesNeighborhoodsCommunityScottsdaleBuyersWell summer is in full swing and it's pushing over 110 on a regular basis now ...so that must mean we're well into July and it's time to take a look at the numbers for June 2008. ( Note: This data has been pulled from the Arizona Regional Multiple ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/7/1/phoenix-metro-real-estate-market-report-for-june-2008.aspx2008-07-01T08:12:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/7/1/phoenix-metro-real-estate-market-report-for-june-2008.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsBuyer InformationScottsdale Real EstatePhoenix Real EstateFirst Time HomebuyerWeekly Phoenix Real Estate Market UpdatePhoenix MLS Inventory DataHomesPhoenixScottsdaleNorth Scottsdale has parks for family and individual recreation. It is a pleasure to live in a community which has been willing to spend the time and effort to preserve some land for resident enjoyment. Personally, I use the facilities at the Scottsdale ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/6/26/another-reason-to-appreciate-living-in-north-scottsdale.aspx2008-06-26T11:51:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/6/26/another-reason-to-appreciate-living-in-north-scottsdale.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleFor Rent/LeaseEventsBuyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationSellersAgentsHomesNeighborhoodsCommunityScottsdaleBuyers6/5/08: Buyer Transaction Saved $162,000 Through Strong Networking, I negotiated a sale of a Brand new home for a buyer in Gilbert Arizona. The Pricing at the Model Home was $374,000. After talking with the builder on several occasions, we were able to ...http://www.vipazhomes.com/blogs/tim_grossglauser/archive/2008/6/18/helping-buyers-save-big-on-their-purchase-and-sellers-get-their-home-sold-at-value.aspx2008-06-18T17:03:00-06:00Tim Grossglauserhttp://www.vipazhomes.com/blogs/tim_grossglauser/archive/2008/6/18/helping-buyers-save-big-on-their-purchase-and-sellers-get-their-home-sold-at-value.aspxRegardless of whether you are planning to sell your home now or sometime in the future, you can start making improvements now. Too often, people wait until they want to sell to do the improvements which they have always considered. Then as a realtor, I ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/6/12/how-much-should-you-upgrade-your-home.aspx2008-06-12T17:18:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/6/12/how-much-should-you-upgrade-your-home.aspxIt's hard to believe that another month has passed, but it's time to take a look at the numbers for May 2008. ( Note: This data has been pulled from the Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service and is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. These ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/6/2/phoenix-metro-real-estate-market-report-for-may-2008.aspx2008-06-02T11:11:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/6/2/phoenix-metro-real-estate-market-report-for-may-2008.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsBuyer InformationSeller InformationScottsdale Real EstatePhoenix Real EstateFirst Time HomebuyerWeekly Phoenix Real Estate Market UpdatePhoenix MLS Inventory DataPhoenixScottsdaleI just listed a home and property which caused me to stop and think. The home built in 2003 is a territorial "Western" ranch home on an acre plus in a Maricopa "county island." ( That means it belongs to the "county" and not ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/5/29/should-we-all-be-survivalists.aspx2008-05-29T12:32:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/5/29/should-we-all-be-survivalists.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleTechnologyBuyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationSellersAgentsHomesNeighborhoodsCommunityScottsdaleBuyersWhat is "predatory" lending? Predatory lending involves unfair and deceptive lending practices which have specifically targeted borrowers who could not qualify for conventional financing such as seniors with equity in their homes, minority consumers ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/5/15/predatory-lending-has-it-hurt-you.aspx2008-05-15T14:36:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/5/15/predatory-lending-has-it-hurt-you.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsIndustryFinancesBuyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationSellersAgentsHomesNeighborhoodsCommunityScottsdaleBuyersRecently the U.S. Census Bureau published their latest stats noting that Maricopa County was the fastest growing county in the United States in both 2006 and 2007. According to their latest population estimates, this influx of new people has brought our ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/5/14/the-top-25-books-corporate-america-is-reading.aspx2008-05-14T14:37:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/5/14/the-top-25-books-corporate-america-is-reading.aspxReal EstateBuyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationScottsdale Real EstatePhoenix Real EstateTravelPhoenixScottsdaleMaricopa CountyUnited StatesUS Census BureauPrior to the "market frenzy," there were some established "guidelines" which helped potential buyers determine how much of a home they could afford. Because of the current problems which have evolved due to changes in the "basics" ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/5/12/how-much-of-a-home-can-you-afford.aspx2008-05-12T13:59:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/5/12/how-much-of-a-home-can-you-afford.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleFor Rent/LeaseFinancesBuyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationSellersAgentsHomesNeighborhoodsCommunityScottsdaleBuyersWell another month has passed, so let's take a look at how the numbers shaped up for April 2008. ( Note: This data has been pulled from the Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service and is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. These numbers encompass ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/5/4/phoenix-metro-real-estate-market-report-for-april-2008.aspx2008-05-04T21:16:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/5/4/phoenix-metro-real-estate-market-report-for-april-2008.aspxMarket ConditionsBuyer InformationSeller InformationScottsdale Real EstatePhoenix Real EstateWeekly Phoenix Real Estate Market UpdatePhoenix MLS Inventory DataHomesAre you IN or ON the market with your home for sale???? Wondering why you have a lack of activity or activity with no offers???? In the market we are in, the pricing of your home is crucial. If you are not priced right ( and that by the way is determined ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/4/30/attention-sellers.aspx2008-04-30T10:37:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/4/30/attention-sellers.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleBuyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationSellersHomesNeighborhoodsScottsdaleBuyersWhat are you waiting for? If you are a Buyer in the current market, there are amazing buys to be found! Everyone I know in the business wishes that they had "tons of cash" to spend. We see the bargains everyday. There are a plentiful choice of ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/4/23/cash-is-king.aspx2008-04-23T16:24:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/4/23/cash-is-king.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleFor Rent/LeaseBuyer InformationSellersAgentsHomesNeighborhoodsCommunityScottsdaleBuyersBeware of stretching the "truth" when purchasing a home. Not long ago if a buyer "stretched" the truth with a mortgage lender about income or assets, particularly if a "stated income" loan, as long as the mortgage payment ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/4/14/mortgage-fraud.aspx2008-04-14T17:22:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/4/14/mortgage-fraud.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleBuyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationSellersAgentsHomesNeighborhoodsCommunityScottsdaleBuyersMarch is now over, so it's time look at the numbers and how it all shaped up for the month. ( Note: This data has been pulled from the Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service and is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. These numbers encompass the ...http://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/4/4/phoenix-metro-real-estate-market-report-for-march-2008.aspx2008-04-04T08:47:00-06:00Connie Clarkhttp://www.househangout.com/blogs/connie_clark/archive/2008/4/4/phoenix-metro-real-estate-market-report-for-march-2008.aspxMarket ConditionsBuyer InformationScottsdale Real EstatePhoenix Real EstateFirst Time HomebuyerWeekly Phoenix Real Estate Market UpdatePhoenix MLS Inventory DataCanadian BuyersWith the mortgage debacle which has gone on over recent months, there is an attempt again being make by legislators to license mortgage originators and loan officers in Arizona. The current bill would require mortgage originators to take a test, take continuing ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/3/27/why-doesn-t-arizona-license-loan-officers.aspx2008-03-27T13:40:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/3/27/why-doesn-t-arizona-license-loan-officers.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleIndustryFinancesBuyer InformationSeller InformationSellersAgentsHomesCommunityScottsdaleBuyersThe news is out! Finally home sales are up after months of decline. The news says "unexpectedly?" Why "unexpectedly"? Those of us who are in the business have been well aware that the key to getting a home sold in this market has been ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/3/25/why-the-surprise-in-increase-of-housing-sales.aspx2008-03-25T08:24:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/3/25/why-the-surprise-in-increase-of-housing-sales.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SalePoint2Buyer InformationSeller InformationSellersAgentsHomesNeighborhoodsScottsdaleBuyersThis week it was announced that Maricopa County added more people than any other county in the United States. We have slowed down compared to past years but are still growing. We now have a population of almost 4 million people. This means that people ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/3/22/population-growth-in-maricopa-county-provides-opportunities-for-buyers-and-sellers.aspx2008-03-22T16:44:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/3/22/population-growth-in-maricopa-county-provides-opportunities-for-buyers-and-sellers.aspxReal EstateFinancesCommunity InformationSellersAgentsHomesNeighborhoodsCommunityScottsdaleBuyers<a href=" http://technorati.com/claim/28gr4yd2um " rel="me">Technorati Profile</a> If you are a Buyer, there is a large inventory of homes at very realistic prices. If you are a Seller, homes are still selling as long as ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/3/16/don-t-be-afraid-to-sell-or-buy.aspx2008-03-16T16:27:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/3/16/don-t-be-afraid-to-sell-or-buy.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleFinancesBuyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationThis week, I did some BPO's (Broker Price Opinion) for some lenders. They hire Brokers such as myself to go to a property ,which the lender owns or will probably soon own,to provide them with an independent third party opinion of the value of the property. ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/3/15/paying-the-price-because-your-neighbor-can-t-pay-their-mortgage.aspx2008-03-15T15:45:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/3/15/paying-the-price-because-your-neighbor-can-t-pay-their-mortgage.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleFor Rent/LeaseFinancesBuyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationThere is always an upside as well as downside in any market. If you are a first time homebuyer or investor, there are good buys, if you would like to spend $200,000 or less. It was not long ago, that it was difficult to find any home in that price range. ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/3/4/best-buys-in-real-estate-right-now.aspx2008-03-04T16:02:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/3/4/best-buys-in-real-estate-right-now.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleFinancesBuyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationAs prices are coming down from the boom period, one result has been for Lenders to label Phoenix Metro as a declining real estate market. What does that mean to you? One challenge is that Lenders are now funding less of a loan because they are worried ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/2/28/what-does-the-declining-market-label-mean-to-your-mortgage.aspx2008-02-28T11:40:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/2/28/what-does-the-declining-market-label-mean-to-your-mortgage.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleFinancesBuyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationAs Days on Market for selling a home increases, should a seller consider the option of renting out the home and wait to try to sell it later? There are Pros and Cons: First the Pros For Renting: 1. Cash Flow - rent can provide assistance in paying the ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/2/25/should-sellers-rent-their-homes-until-the-market-picks-up.aspx2008-02-25T14:41:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/2/25/should-sellers-rent-their-homes-until-the-market-picks-up.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleFinancesSeller InformationCommunity InformationThere was an encouraging sign last week as there was a 12% jump in mortgage applications. Perhaps, buyers have decided to start taking advantage of the "Buyer's" Market - lots of inventory, good prices and low mortgage rates. Why wait? Nowis ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/2/23/good-news-for-spring-2008.aspx2008-02-23T16:24:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/2/23/good-news-for-spring-2008.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleFinancesBuyer InformationSeller Information