Another great event in Flagstaff!

Flagstaff may be a small town, but big things happen here, like LUNAFEST! LUNAFEST is a fundraising film festival “dedicated to promoting awareness about women’s issues.” All the films are created by women and tour nationally, with the proceeds benefiting the Breast Cancer Fund and the Girls on the Run. To date, LUNAFEST, developed and funded by Luna, The Whole Nutrition Bar for Women (which you surely have tried – yum), has raised over $200,000 for the Breast Cancer Fund as well as other non-profit organizations.

So mark your calendars and head over to the Orpheum Theater (15 W. Aspen) on Saturday, March 28, 2009. There is a matinee showing at 2pm (with tickets only $5), and if you are an evening kind of person, doors will open at 6:30pm ($15 for adults; $25 for couples; $10 for students). Besides 10 great short films, there will be two local guest speakers during intermission. Topics cover everything from women’s health to cultural diversity, body image and sexuality.

Is It a Good Time To Buy a Home?

YES - It is a great time to buy a home! Of course, things are a bit different than 3 or 4 years ago (thank goodness). Be prepared to jump through a few more hoops with your lender and have some money on hand for a strong down payment (typically 10% for conventional and 3 ½ for FHA), but the deals and houses are out there - just waiting for the strong at heart to take advantage of the opportunities.

One thing to keep in mind, if you are in the market for a house, a good rule of thumb is to keep it for at least five years. That advice comes from www.BloggingStocks.com – and me too – although each individual situation is different and can yield varied results. Right now, "Flipping" houses (unless you’re a pro who finds an unbelievable deal and has the connections to renovate and re-sell cheaply) is risky business at best, but finding a place that works for you and settling in or renting it out for awhile is the best course of action for returns on your dollar. If you sell too quickly, you may lose $$$ - and that’s not the idea.

So, don't be afraid to contact a realtor (preferably me) and see what’s out there on the market. I’m ready to help you find “your deal” in beautiful Flagstaff, Arizona. Check out my website www.nazhouses.com where you can request a Custom Home Search or quickly be in contact with me to discuss your plans.