"There's Gold In Them Thar Hills"

“There’s Gold in Them Thar Hills” – Yes, Buyers are a hot commodity in today’s market! An offer on your home is a gift, even if it’s a low one - this article gives a few suggestions on how to handle it – and turn that offer into a deal. If you know anyone who wants to buy or sell real estate in Northern Arizona - Drop me a line.

And remember, It's Cooler Up Here!

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  Fielding a Lowball Purchase Offer on Your Home

  
  

  Consider before you ignore or outright refuse a very low purchase offer for your home. A counteroffer and negotiation could turn that low purchase offer into a sale. Read

  
  
  
  

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Is This the Right Time to Buy a House?

For one, mortgages are cheap! See 9 other good reasons for buying a home.

The Decade of The "Short Sale"

"Short Sale" Will it be the defining term of the decade? Most have heard of it, but many don't really understand what it's all about. Even the experts will tell you - there are 10 different "right" answers to 1 question - depending on who you ask and what mood they are in at the time. As a CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Expert), I have a handle on those 10 different "right" answers and can help you decipher the mystery behind the wrong answers as well. My goal is to be your guide and help you choose the plan of action that will best fit your needs. Here's a short video on the new HAFA (watch the video) Program. Some say this program won't be enough to effectively deal with our huge problem - but in my eternally optimistic view - I see progress.

Be Careful What You Wish For –

When speaking with several clients earlier in the week about our ominous forecast for record setting snowfall, I replied – and I quote, “Oh, I wish, I’ll believe it when I see it!”… Well, at 50+ inches and counting – I’m a believer! As I keep shoveling, shoveling, shoveling to get out of my home – I think back to my proclamation – and smile in humble adoration at Mother Nature’s swift thump on my head – or, maybe that was a huge dollop of snow falling out of a tree! Whatever the case - I now say, with gratitude to Mother Nature and her Team of Snow Gods – thanks for the thump, and for restoring my faith – but enough already!

Here are a few Pics -

And remember, It's Cooler Up Here - and although I'm shoveling, shoveling, shoveling - I still have time to help with your real estate needs - just drop me a line...and bring your shovel.

Spike Lee Speaking in Flagstaff

American Film Royalty, Spike Lee will grace the halls of Ardrey Auditorium, Northern Arizona University on January 27 at 7:00. The Spike Lee Film Festival, January 22 – 27th will be featuring a few of his works including, When the Levees Broke, Bamboozled, and Do the Right Thing. Do the Right Thing will be the opening act of the festival at the Historical Orpheum Theatre in Historical Downtown Flagstaff on January 22, at 7:00. Lee will be the closing act, marking Holocaust Remembrance Day, January 27, 2010.
Tickets for “An Evening with Spike Lee” are $30 for the public, $15 for NAU faculty and staff, and free for those lucky students.
Tickets are required - call (928)523-5661 - and for more information visit - www.nau.edu/msi.
Lee is certain to spark some thought provoking dialog amongst the students, faculty and general public that are able to attend these events - definitely worth a look.

And remember, It's Cooler Up Here - so drop me a line if you are interested in Flagstaff Real Estate.

Ski Flagstaff Arizona

Yes Flagstaff, there is a Santa Claus - and the Arizona Snowbowl is proving it. They are scheduled to open for business on Thursday, December 17, 2009! With some generous December snowfall, the resort is ready for the skiers and snowboarders to hit the slopes - and just in time for the Holidays. Granted, this means tons of visitors will envelope the town this coming weekend and into the new year, but that's a good thing for all of our businesses who depend on our guests arrival, in hopes they will be spending cash, in addition to their snow playing! So whether you like to go fast on the slopes of the Snowbowl, go at a more moderate pace at the Flagstaff Nordic Center, or perhaps just sit and slide on a plastic disk down the hills of the Snowplay area, Flagstaff has everything you need for a great winter wonderland time!

And of course, if you decide you want find a home up here - drop me a line, I'd be happy to help.


Remember - it's cooler up here, so dress warm!

Home Buyer Tax Credit Questions?

The recent extension of the First Time Home Buyer's Tax Credit and the addition of a tax credit for some current home owners, purchasing a replacement primary home, has created excitement on the home buying front. With that excitement comes questions. Although many first timers were able to take advantage of the credit this year, there are many more out there that would like to take that plunge too! Now is the time to make sure everyone's questions are answered. Take a look at this video from RE/MAX about the new changes to the tax credit.



Bottom line - Buyers need a REALTOR to help them negotiate this market and take advantage of all the benefits they are eligible for. Remember, It's Cooler Up Here -so if you are interested in Flagstaff Real Estate, contact me - I'll make sure you get all your questions answered and help you through the home buying process.