240Ironwood Village Blogshttp://homes.point2.com/Blog/US/Arizona/Maricopa-County/Scottsdale/Ironwood-Village.aspxhttp://homes.point2.com/Images/Icons/807AAA359696B2CCC21BE5A099399412.jpghttp://homes.point2.com/2009-12-15T08:24:00-06:00Loan modification may be the best option if your monthly payments are more than you can afford, but you do not have significant negative equity in the property. Most loan modifications involve a temporary reduction in the monthly payment amount, called ...http://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2009/12/15/is-loan-modification-realistic.aspx2009-12-15T08:24:00-06:00Christie Giannettohttp://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2009/12/15/is-loan-modification-realistic.aspxDefinition of a short sale: A short sale is the process of selling a property for less than what is currently owed on the loan(s) and negotiating with the lien-holder(s) to accept the proceeds of the sale and forgive or settle the remaining debt (deficiency ...http://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2009/12/14/what-is-a-short-sale.aspx2009-12-14T15:41:00-06:00Christie Giannettohttp://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2009/12/14/what-is-a-short-sale.aspxArizona Short Sale Expert AZ Short Sale Specialist Real Estate Realtor Short Sale TeamHere is some informationthat all first-time homebuyers on the fence need to know now about the $8000tax credit. If you are interested in learning more information, visit http://www.federalhousingtaxcredit.com/2009/home.html . Here is a summary from TheAmerican ...http://www.teammz.com/blogs/mz__associates/archive/2009/9/16/the-quick-and-dirty-on-the-8000-tax-credit.aspx2009-09-16T17:20:00-06:00MZ & Associateshttp://www.teammz.com/blogs/mz__associates/archive/2009/9/16/the-quick-and-dirty-on-the-8000-tax-credit.aspxReal EstateBuyer InformationGovernor Jan Brewer recently signed HB 2008, which repeals SB 1271 and the changes to the anti-deficiency statute that were set to take effect at the end of this month. This is good news for Arizona Homeowners, especially those with negative equity who ...http://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2009/9/9/sb-1271-repealed-anti-deficiency-statute-returns-to-its-original-state.aspx2009-09-09T14:18:00-06:00Christie Giannettohttp://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2009/9/9/sb-1271-repealed-anti-deficiency-statute-returns-to-its-original-state.aspxArizona Short Sale Expert AZ Short Sale Specialist Real Estate Realtor Short Sale TeamFor all those apartment dwellers, roommate haters and those who just haven't been able to cut the cord, NOW is the time! But time is running out . . . in fact, there about four weeks left to find a home, make an offer and have it accepted in order ...http://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2009/9/3/first-time-home-buyer-tax-credit-act-now-or-go-double-or-nothin.aspx2009-09-03T19:36:00-06:00Christie Giannettohttp://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2009/9/3/first-time-home-buyer-tax-credit-act-now-or-go-double-or-nothin.aspxForeclosuresREOsArizona Real EstateLender OwnedFirst Time Home Buyer Tax CreditShort SalesAs a REALTOR ® specializing in short sale negotiations, some of the most common questions I’m asked by clients considering a short sale include “Will I have to pay back the difference?” and “Can the bank come after me later?” ...http://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2009/7/20/sb-1271-serious-changes-to-arizona-s-anti-deficiency-statute.aspx2009-07-20T14:21:00-06:00Christie Giannettohttp://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2009/7/20/sb-1271-serious-changes-to-arizona-s-anti-deficiency-statute.aspxForeclosuresShort Sales ArizonaAnti-Deficiency StatuteTo 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 InformationSellersHomesNeighborhoodsCommunityScottsdaleBuyersAs a REALTOR® specializing in negotiating short sales for homeowners who owe more than their property is worth in today’s market, I am often asked if loan modification is an option. The answer in short, is YES , albeit with a few caveats. Negotiating ...http://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2009/5/27/short-sale-vs-loan-modification-weighing-the-options.aspx2009-05-27T19:38:00-06:00Christie Giannettohttp://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2009/5/27/short-sale-vs-loan-modification-weighing-the-options.aspxLoan ModificationShort Salearizona short sale specialistThe Obama administration recently unveiled updates to the Making Home Affordable program to make it easier for home owners who owe more than the current market value of their homes to sell those properties at a loss via short sale and have the remaining ...http://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2009/5/26/government-offer-1500-incentive-to-homeowners-who-pursue-short-sales-instead-of-foreclosure.aspx2009-05-26T18:25:00-06:00Christie Giannettohttp://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2009/5/26/government-offer-1500-incentive-to-homeowners-who-pursue-short-sales-instead-of-foreclosure.aspxHomes for Sale and Investment PropertyLoan ModificationShort SaleA recent article on TheDailyBeast.com reported that Kathleen Fuld, wife of the former CEO of the now defunct Lehman Brothers, was seen exiting the Manhattan luxury purveyor Hermès with her goods in a plain white bag instead of a signature orange ...http://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2009/4/16/has-consumption-gone-out-of-style.aspx2009-04-16T22:48:00-06:00Christie Giannettohttp://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2009/4/16/has-consumption-gone-out-of-style.aspxArizona Short Sale Expert AZ Short Sale SpecialistGiven the dramatic changes in property values over the past few years, you may be wondering if your property tax rate is fair or accurate. In Arizona, property taxes are based on the Assessed Value, which, for owner-occupied residential property, is ten ...http://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2009/3/24/are-your-property-taxes-fair.aspx2009-03-24T12:34:00-06:00Christie Giannettohttp://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2009/3/24/are-your-property-taxes-fair.aspxArizona Real Estate Property Tax Short SaleWhen I moved to Arizona in 2001, I purchased my auto and homeowner’s insurance through American Family Insurance . . . and didn’t think about it again for seven years. You would think after being a customer for that long and insuring three ...http://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2009/2/5/if-you-are-injured-by-an-uninsured-driver-and-disabled-for-the-rest-of-your-life-what-are-you-worth-is-your-is-covered.aspx2009-02-05T12:12:00-06:00Christie Giannettohttp://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2009/2/5/if-you-are-injured-by-an-uninsured-driver-and-disabled-for-the-rest-of-your-life-what-are-you-worth-is-your-is-covered.aspxArizona Short Sale Expert AZ Short Sale Specialist Vacant Home InsuranceIf you didn't catch the Today Show yesterday morning, you might be interested in taking a look at this video . The Realtor featured makes some excellent points. She does say that it's not the "worst" time to sell and I'm not sure ...http://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2009/1/27/Today-Show-Video_3A00_-Myths-on-Buying-and-Selling-Your-Home.aspx2009-01-27T11:34:00-06:00Christie Giannettohttp://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2009/1/27/Today-Show-Video_3A00_-Myths-on-Buying-and-Selling-Your-Home.aspxArizona Short Sale Expert AZ Short Sale SpecialistDogs, 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 InformationSellersAgentsHomesNeighborhoodsCommunityScottsdaleBuyersThe 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 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 InformationSellersAgentsHomesNeighborhoodsCommunityScottsdaleBuyersNorth 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 InformationSellersAgentsHomesNeighborhoodsCommunityScottsdaleBuyersRegardless 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.aspxI 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 InformationSellersAgentsHomesNeighborhoodsCommunityScottsdaleBuyersThe government and the lending industry are taking aim at “walk-away” home owners who stop making payments and months later send the house keys back to their lender. Such borrowers will not be able to get another mortgage through Fannie Mae ...http://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2008/5/28/consequences-for-walk-away-borrowers.aspx2008-05-28T13:18:00-06:00Christie Giannettohttp://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2008/5/28/consequences-for-walk-away-borrowers.aspxDaily Real Estate News | May 16, 2008 Home Sales, Prices Seen Rising in Late '08 First, the good news: home sales have stabilized over the last seven months and should increase slightly in the second half of 2008, NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun told ...http://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2008/5/16/home-sales-prices-seen-rising-in-late-08.aspx2008-05-16T18:43:00-06:00Christie Giannettohttp://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2008/5/16/home-sales-prices-seen-rising-in-late-08.aspxWhat 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 InformationSellersAgentsHomesNeighborhoodsCommunityScottsdaleBuyersPrior 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 InformationSellersAgentsHomesNeighborhoodsCommunityScottsdaleBuyersAre 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 InformationSellersHomesNeighborhoodsScottsdaleBuyersDespite the “housing bubble” horror stories promulgated by the mainstream “media” today, the market for Phoenix real estate is still expanding. Whether you’ve owned and/or you are an investor in luxury new homes, or you’re ...http://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2008/4/26/phoenix-luxury-homes.aspx2008-04-26T10:46:00-06:00Christie Giannettohttp://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2008/4/26/phoenix-luxury-homes.aspxThe overall housing market might be in bad shape, but at the very top luxury homes are still setting record prices by Prashant Gopal The housing market might be down, but that isn't stopping movie stars, hedge fund managers, and corporate titans from ...http://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2008/4/26/luxury-homes-buck-the-trend.aspx2008-04-26T10:41:00-06:00Christie Giannettohttp://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2008/4/26/luxury-homes-buck-the-trend.aspxWhat 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 InformationSellersAgentsHomesNeighborhoodsCommunityScottsdaleBuyersThere’s good news and not so good news. The number of millionaires in the US continues to grow (that’s good), but the rate of growth has substantially slowed (that’s not so good!). According to Chicago-based Spectrem Group, the number ...http://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2008/4/8/number-of-millionaires-growing-but-more-slowly.aspx2008-04-08T18:13:00-06:00Christie Giannettohttp://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2008/4/8/number-of-millionaires-growing-but-more-slowly.aspxWith 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 InformationSellersAgentsHomesNeighborhoodsCommunityScottsdaleBuyersNow is a great time to buy a home, say the financial gurus at the Wall Street Journal. The Journal calls it a buyers market and offers these suggestions for first-timers getting their feet wet. While their advice is solid, it’s not revolutionary, ...http://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2008/3/20/why-now-is-a-smart-time-to-buy.aspx2008-03-20T16:40:00-06:00Christie Giannettohttp://www.azlifestyleteam.com/blogs/christie_thompson/archive/2008/3/20/why-now-is-a-smart-time-to-buy.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsBuyer InformationPhoenix Arizona Real EstateHomes for Sale and Investment Property<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 InformationBased on the latest statistics of 2008, if you are selling your home you should plan in the Scottsdale, North Scottsdale areas for an average of 200 days on market. One reason for this is the increasing number of homes for sale inventory as versus the ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/2/22/days-on-market-for-selling-your-home.aspx2008-02-22T10:06:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/2/22/days-on-market-for-selling-your-home.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleTechnologyFinancesBuyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationOur market has been undergoing a correction from the inflated prices of 2005. We have seen prices drop, mortgage rates have remained low and there is significant inventory of homes on the market. if you are in the market for a home. what are you waiting ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/2/20/great-time-to-buy-a-house.aspx2008-02-20T11:14:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/2/20/great-time-to-buy-a-house.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleFinancesBuyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationZillow.com has just released the results of a survey which either indicates that homeowners do not follow the news or are in denial. According to their survey, 77% of homeowners around the country believe the value of their home has increased or remained ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/2/16/are-homeowners-in-denial.aspx2008-02-16T15:09:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/2/16/are-homeowners-in-denial.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleFinancesBuyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationThis was the header in the Scottsdale Republic on Feb. 13th. What does it mean? To me it means that Buyers have a perception that prices are still "high" and Sellers are ":sticking to their guns" by keeping their prices up. Sounds like ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/2/14/home-prices-hold-steady-but-sales-tumble.aspx2008-02-14T19:19:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/2/14/home-prices-hold-steady-but-sales-tumble.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleFinancesBuyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationIf you have the time and interest read this rather lengthy survey regarding affordability in housing on an international level http://www.demographia.com/dhi.pdfhttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/2/13/international-affordability-in-housing.aspx2008-02-13T11:12:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/2/13/international-affordability-in-housing.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleIndustryFinancesBuyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationFinally Legislation has been introduced to start correcting the problems which have occurred as a result of mortgage lenders. 5 bills have been introduced. One would provide more funds for investigations and one, I really like, would require mortgage brokers ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/2/10/mortgage-fraud-and-its-damage-to-consumers.aspx2008-02-10T11:35:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/2/10/mortgage-fraud-and-its-damage-to-consumers.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleIndustryFinancesBuyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationSellers know that the market is not "Hot" like it was a couple of years ago. So are you thinking of selling? What do you do to get the most money for your home now. I would suggest that first and foremost you price your home accurately. Overpriced ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/2/9/how-much-should-you-do-to-your-home-to-sell-it.aspx2008-02-09T11:01:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/2/9/how-much-should-you-do-to-your-home-to-sell-it.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleFor Rent/LeaseBuyer InformationSeller InformationI believe real estate challenges are neighborhood oriented. Therefore, what may be true in one part of the Valley is different than another. What is true everywhere is that we are currently experiencing challenges whether for the home seller or home buyer. ...http://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/2/5/what-is-our-biggest-problem-in-arizona.aspx2008-02-05T12:24:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/2/5/what-is-our-biggest-problem-in-arizona.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsBuyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationLearn how your pet can participate. When/Where: Phoenix, February 16, 2008 - 9 to noonhttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/1/21/ab2e447c4cf7458081502fe6a763875a.aspx2008-01-21T15:08:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2008/1/21/ab2e447c4cf7458081502fe6a763875a.aspxEventsHere are some of the latest statistics regarding real estate in the Phoenix Metro real estate market. Read Morehttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2007/10/22/e645a23812cf433ca62c3106c3efa0b7.aspx2007-10-22T15:14:00-06:00Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro, Nfsti Certified REO Spechttp://www.azrealestatebuysell.com/blogs/jean_strong_brokergri_e-pro/archive/2007/10/22/e645a23812cf433ca62c3106c3efa0b7.aspxAnnouncements