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Risky Markets

August 13th, 2005
Hello again! As promised, here are the most risky real estate markets over the next 2 years, according to Kiplinger: LA, San Francisco and Sacramento - 40% risks of decline are projected;Providence - 39%;Detroit - 38%;New York - 31%;Minneapolis-St. Paul - 25%;Denver - 21%;Washington DC - 19%;Ft. Lauderdale - 19%;Miami - 18%;Tampa-St. Petersburg - 14% Once again, Phoenix is nowhere to be seen ...

What Bubble?

August 12th, 2005
Good evening! There was a recent article in Forbes ranking the 10 most over-priced real estate markets in the U.S.  They were, in order: SeattleNew York CityPortlandChicagoSan JoseBergen-Passaic, NJSan FranciscoMiddlesex, NJDenverLos Angeles Notice Phoenix is not listed!  We are still a valuable region compared to many other areas.  While there is more inventory in the MLS system (30% more ...

Closing!

August 10th, 2005
CONGRATS to the Normans and the Graves!  Our listing at 32954 N Cherry Creek Road, Queen Creek, successfully closed escrow ON TIME, even with both the buyers and the sellers out-of-state!  We worked hard to make it all come together, and keep everyone happy.  We would love the opportunity to give you this same caliber of service..... Sharon Kotula and Adam Tarr Your Phoenix Area Real Estat ...

Solar Energy

August 6th, 2005
If you like to be "green", here is a chance to save some money to do so.  The Salt River Project (SRP) EarthWise Solar Energy program pays up to $9,000 to residential and small business customers who purchase and install photovoltaic systems that connect with SRP's system.  In addition, SRP customers can apply for up to $750 to install solar water heaters in their homes.  For more information ...

Million $ homes

August 5th, 2005
HI, Sorry I missed blogging yesterday due to internet issues.  As median home values across the nation continue to increase, so has the proportion of homes valued at $1 million or more, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.  The national median home value in 2003 was about $140,000 (Arizona ranked 23rd - median value $134,699), up nearly 16% in the last three years, while the percentage of m ...

Belated Congrats!

August 2nd, 2005

Hi again -

In all of our excitement over FICO scores last week, we overlooked congratulating the Backmans on the sale of their Queen Creek home!  Our appologies, and a belated Congrats!   (For those keeping score, that's another listing we sold at FULL PRICE...) 

Make it a great day!

Sharon Kotula and Adam Tarr
Your Phoenix Area Real Estate Experts

 

MODEL HOME LEASEBACK!

August 2nd, 2005
HI! Are you interested in investing in a Model Home Leaseback?  We have located one! It's in North Phoenix, and priced in the low $500,000s.  The builder is on a month-to-month lease, but guarantees payments through Feb '06, and will likely need the models for another 9 to 12 months.  The lease agreement would be at $2600 per month.  If this sounds of interest to you, please contact us!  ...

Congratulations

July 23rd, 2005
Congratulations to the Normans for the purchase of a home today.  We look forward to assisting you through the rest of the process.  It really is a great home, and we look forward to getting you settled.  Thanks for your confidence in us. We wish everyone a great weekend. Adam Tarr and Sharon Kotula Your Phoenix Area Real Estate Source                                                        ...

ATTENTION, INVESTORS!

July 20th, 2005
ATTENTION, INVESTORS! Yes, leasebacks are still available!  Sharon and a client picked up 2 model homes that will be leased back from them for another 9 to 12 months.  While it is INCREDIBLY difficult to find model home leasebacks, there are a number of owner-occupied homes where the owners desire to lease back.  This most often happens when the existing owners want to build a home, have to ...

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY!

July 16th, 2005
Hello again! We will be holding our listing at 32954 N Cherry Creek Road (in Queen Creek) open Saturday, July 16th, from approximately noon to 4PM.  Please stop by and tour this lovely home!  Conveniently enough, it is right next door to our listing at 32974 N Cherry Creek Road, so if you would also like to see this home, just call, e-mail or stop by - we'd be happy to show either or both of ...

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