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Sandra J. Steele, Branch Manager., REALTOR® Sedona/Verde Val
FDA NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release: Nov. 18, 2009 Media Inquiries : Sandy Walsh, 301-796-4669, sandy.walsh@fda.hhs.gov Consumer Inquiries: 888-INFO-FDA FDA Announces New Warning on Plavix: Avoid Use with Prilosec/Prilosec OTC Patients should avoid ...  [Read More]
Posted:bySandra J. Steele, Branch Manager., REALTOR® Sedona/Verde Val
Barbara Baker
I feel like it's Christmas -in November. All through Sedona you see realtors bustling around with clients, their fingers busy writing contracts, submitting offers, homes being exchanged between happy buyer's and grateful and happy seller's ...  [Read More]
Posted:byBarbara Baker
Barbara Baker
I DON'T USUALLY RE-PRINT OUTSIDE SOURCE MATERIAL. HOWEVER, I FOUND THE FOLLOWING ARTICLE THROUGH MOVECOM AND WANTED TO SHARE IT. SINCE SEDONA IS PRIMARILY A SECOND HOME AND INVESTMENT MARKETPLACE... I FOUND THIS ARTICLE TO BE VERY ENLIGHTINING. THIS ...  [Read More]
Posted:byBarbara Baker
Sandra J. Steele, Branch Manager., REALTOR® Sedona/Verde Val
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions on the changes to the Homebuyer Tax Credit Question: Existing homeowner credit: Must the new house cost more than the old house? Answer: No. Thus, for example, individuals who move from a high cost area ...  [Read More]
Posted:bySandra J. Steele, Branch Manager., REALTOR® Sedona/Verde Val
Sandra J. Steele, Branch Manager., REALTOR® Sedona/Verde Val
Homebuyer Tax Credit Extended… Plus, New Tax Credit for Existing Home Owners! It’s official! President Obama has signed a bill that extends the tax credit for first-time homebuyers (FTHBs) into the first half of 2010. In addition, the extension ...  [Read More]
Posted:bySandra J. Steele, Branch Manager., REALTOR® Sedona/Verde Val
Sandra J. Steele, Branch Manager., REALTOR® Sedona/Verde Val
TAX CREDIT (Updated + New Information) FEATURE Jan 1 – November 30, 2009 Rules as enacted February 2009 December 1 – April 30, 2010 Rules as enacted November 2009 Firsttime Buyer – Amount of Credit $8000 ($4000 married filing separate) ...  [Read More]
Posted:bySandra J. Steele, Branch Manager., REALTOR® Sedona/Verde Val
Sandra J. Steele, Branch Manager., REALTOR® Sedona/Verde Val
President Obama has signed into law the extended and expanded homebuyer's tax credit !!!!!!!!!!!! Go to: www.CottonwoodHomesforSale for information and frequently asked questions. Sincerely, Sandra J Steele., REALTOR®.  [Read More]
Posted:bySandra J. Steele, Branch Manager., REALTOR® Sedona/Verde Val
Sandra J. Steele, Branch Manager., REALTOR® Sedona/Verde Val
Congress has extended and expanded the homebuyer tax credit. Modifications "December 1 - April 30, 2010" become effective when President Obama signs the bill. All changes made to the current credit become effective on that date, as well. Here ...  [Read More]
Posted:bySandra J. Steele, Branch Manager., REALTOR® Sedona/Verde Val
Barbara Baker
THE DEFINITION OF A SHORT SALE 101 - SELLER OWES MORE THAN THE HOUSE IS WORTH AND HIRES A REALTOR TO LIST THE HOUSE AND SOLICIT AN OFFER BASED ON THE CURRENT FAIR MARKET VALUE OF THE HOME. OFFER COMES IN AND SELLER PROVIDES FINANCIAL, OR MEDICAL DOCUMENTATION ...  [Read More]
Posted:byBarbara Baker
Barbara Baker
IT'S GETTING SCAREY OUT THERE! SCAREY FOR BUYERS WHO WAIT! ( edit / delete ) WELL, IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR WHEN GOBLINS AND GHOULS ABOUND. BUT HEY THAT HAS BEEN HAPPENING ALL YEAR IN THE REAL ESTATE MARKET. IN FACT, IT'S BEEN HAPPENING FOR THE ...  [Read More]
Posted:byBarbara Baker
Barbara Baker
Sedona Real Estate Market Overall The Sedona Real Estate market continues its buying frenzy in the mid to lower price sector. In this past 3rd quarter alone, our sold volume was up by a whopping 62% from last year, with Foreclosures or Short Sale accounting ...  [Read More]
Posted:byBarbara Baker
Beth Larsen
Rare large Townhome in Cottonwood • 1,892 sq. ft., 3 bath, 3 bdrm 2 story "Main living on 1st level" - MLS® $170,000 - PREFORECLOSURE-Come see! Cottonwood Square, Cottonwood - Great opportunity-rare large townhome w/ Convenient in-town ...  [Read More]
Posted:byBeth Larsen
Barbara Baker
OK. SO WHO KNOWS IF THE FIRST TIME HOME BUYER’S CREDIT WILL BE EXTENDED. IT IS SET TO EXPIRE ON NOVEMBER 30TH, 2009. SO FOR ALL WE KNOW IT MAY BE EXTENDED OR IT MAY NOT. IF THE FEDS HAD 1/2 A BRAIN OF COURSE THEY WOULD EXTEND IT - BUT YOU NEVER KNOW. ...  [Read More]
Posted:byBarbara Baker
Beth Larsen
As a general heads-up comment: I've lived in Arizona for a combined total of about 23 years between Tucson (2 years) and Sedona-Verde Valley (the past 21 years), and have managed not to be stung by a scorpion...but I'm thinking that's more ...  [Read More]
Posted:byBeth Larsen
Beth Larsen
Amante at Verde Sante Fe, Verde Santa Fe - The single story at 660 S La Mirada Drive has been sold. This short sale took 6 1/2 months to close, but for these buyers who were long on patience it paid off: they purchased this lovely home in a gated golf ...  [Read More]
Posted:byBeth Larsen
Beth Larsen
Toys for Tots will hold their 4th annual golf tournament at Verde Santa Fe Sat. Oct. 17. We need golfers! Cost of $90 includes fees, cart, lunch, goodies. This is a scramble format, but we want you even if you do not have a 4-person team. We can arrange ...  [Read More]
Posted:byBeth Larsen
Sandra J. Steele, Branch Manager., REALTOR® Sedona/Verde Val
C rucial Because of recent abductions In daylight hours, refresh yourself of these things to do in an emergency situation... This is for you, and for you to share with your wife, your children, everyone you know. After reading these 9 crucial tips , forward ...  [Read More]
Posted:bySandra J. Steele, Branch Manager., REALTOR® Sedona/Verde Val
Barbara Baker
Bernake said this past Tuesday - Recession is nearing the end. Home Starts are up. Home solds are up! Home Pendings are up! Unemployment is still high! Stability? Depends on who you talk to - CNN... MSNBC, YOUR FINANCIAL PLANNER, THE CRYSTAL BALL - MAYBE ...  [Read More]
Posted:byBarbara Baker
Beth Larsen
Village of Oak Creek, Sedona - Yavapai County - Announcing a $200,000 price reduction since 7/1/09 on 40 Starshine Lane, a 3,383 sq. ft., 4 bath, 3 bdrm home with unique architectural details and quality finishes. Now MLS® $795,000 - PRE-FORECLOSURE ...  [Read More]
Posted:byBeth Larsen
Barbara Baker
With a resounding YES! Many of my clients are looking to purchase a condo in Sedona as a second home. And lately, I have been asked the questions... "How is the Condo Market"? Does the upward trend in the home market apply to the Condo Market? ...  [Read More]
Posted:byBarbara Baker
Beth Larsen
Hopkins Ranch Subdivision, Cottonwood - Announcing a RADICAL price reduction on 835 N Third Street, a 1,601 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm 2 story "Main living on ground level". Now MLS® $139,000 - MUST SELL NOW!!!. Property information  [Read More]
Posted:byBeth Larsen
Beth Larsen
Village of Oak Creek, Sedona - Yavapai County - Announcing a price reduction on 29 Canyon Creek Ct, a 1,698 sq. ft., 2 bath, 2 bdrm single story. Now MLS® $369,000 - Sedona Resort SHORT SALE!. Property information  [Read More]
Posted:byBeth Larsen
Barbara Baker
Currently in the Axum Hotel in Ethiopia. Just returned from the dedication of my brother Tom Hooyman's Memorial Library in Makele Ethiopia. Organized by a wonderful organization called "Ethiopia Reads" www.ethiopiareads.org My brother Tom's ...  [Read More]
Posted:byBarbara Baker
Beth Larsen
Hopkins Ranch Subdivision, Cottonwood - Announcing a price reduction on 835 N Third Street, a 1,601 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm 2 story "Main living on ground level". Now MLS® $190,000 - Completely Remodeled!. Property information  [Read More]
Posted:byBeth Larsen
Beth Larsen
Village of Oak Creek, Sedona - Yavapai County - Announcing a price reduction on 40 Starshine Lane, a 3,383 sq. ft., 4 bath, 3 bdrm 1 1/2 story "Just a few steps". Now MLS® $850,000 - PRE-FORECLOSURE PRICING. Property information  [Read More]
Posted:byBeth Larsen

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