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Generosity, Giving, Charities and Buying or Selling Real Estate:

Jim Plummer — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 18:26:14 +0000

Generosity, Giving, Charities and Buying or Selling Real Estate:

As an agent, we strive to work to our full diligence to not only support ourselves and families, but it’s the time and the spirit to give those who deserve best. I have supported many charities over the years in volunteering, giving items they need, or make a small donation. I feel there is more work to be done for charities we support. That said, I want to make a generous offer for future clients.

Sellers in Scottsdale Real Estate:

As your listing agent in the municipality of Scottsdale, if you list real estate with me in Scottsdale, and you mention “AZValleyHomes4U Charities” as of today’s date through January 15, 2012, and anytime we close, I will donate 5% of my commission to the charity of your choice. (Rentals excluded)

Buyers in Scottsdale Real Estate:

As your buyer’s agent in the municipality of Scottsdale, if you buy real estate from me and the seller agrees to the contract as of today’s date through January 15, 2012 in Scottsdale, and you mention “AZValleyHomes4U Charities”, I will donate 5% of my commission to the charity of your choice. (Rentals excluded)

Scottsdale Proud:

As a resident in the City of Scottsdale, I am proud to call Scottsdale home. I want to support the foundations here in Scottsdale as we work together to assist those in need. For you and me, we become one to work together to serve this community and the foundations we deeply support.

If you ever consider making Scottsdale your home, here are some real estate you may consider:

$310,000 : 10315 E Acoma Drive, Scottsdale

4 beds, 2.50 baths

Home size: 2,797 sq ft

Lot size: 6,050 sq ft
$525,000 : 11004 N Miller Road, Scottsdale

5 beds, 2.75 baths

Home size: 2,965 sq ft

Lot size: 1.11 ac
$850,000 : 14208 E Windstone Trail, Scottsdale

3 beds, 3.00 baths

Home size: 3,957 sq ft

Lot size: 3.78 ac
$525,000 : 27828 N 143rd Street, Scottsdale

4 beds, 4.50 baths

Home size: 6,400 sq ft

Lot size: 1.25 ac
$899,000 : 10373 E Filaree Lane, Scottsdale

4 beds, 4.00 baths

Home size: 3,907 sq ft

Lot size: 24,435 sq ft
$997,500 : 11248 N 74th Street, Scottsdale

5 beds, 5.00 baths

Home size: 5,229 sq ft

Lot size: 34,792 sq ft
$995,000 : 10040 E Happy Valley Road, Unit 269, Scottsdale

4 beds, 4.50 baths

Home size: 4,680 sq ft

Lot size: 18,357 sq ft
$895,000 : 11499 E Morning Vista Road, Scottsdale

3 beds, 2.00 baths

Home size: 3,132 sq ft

Lot size: 4.98 ac
$325,000 : 34317 N 138th Street, Scottsdale

5 beds, 5.00 baths

Home size: 4,345 sq ft

Lot size: 1.00 ac
$950,000 : 11840 N Blackheath Road, Scottsdale

4 beds, 3.00 baths

Home size: 4,755 sq ft

Lot size: 1.60 ac

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.

The Fiesta and the Insight of Football and Real Estate

Jim Plummer — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 20:21:19 +0000

The Fiesta and the Insight of Football and Real Estate:

The college football bowl season is here. The citizens here in Phoenix Valley Metro Area are proud to host two college football bowl games this year in Tempe and Glendale. We welcome these four schools, their fans, alumni and friends of these respective universities which are The University of Iowa, Oklahoma University, Stanford University, and Oklahoma State University. All schools have alumni groups here in “the valley” and sure there will be festivities planned. I will provide you some important links to get you connected with area alumni organizations during your stay. Welcome to “The Valley of the Sun”!

Insight Bowl:

Oklahoma Sooners v. Iowa Hawkeyes

December 30, 2011 – 8:00 PM / Arizona time

Sun Devil Stadium, Tempe

Phoenix Area Alumni Club Links:

Oklahoma University & University of Iowa

Tostitos Fiesta Bowl:

Stanford Cardinal v. Oklahoma State Cowboys

January 2, 2012 – 6:30 / Arizona time

University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale

Phoenix Area Alumni Club Links:

Stanford University & Oklahoma State University

Welcome!

The majority of the night-life festivities will be in Oldtown Scottsdale. While you are on a visit, if you have considered looking at other places like Florida, California, or the Carolinas as your second home, then you may want to consider looking at the Phoenix Valley Metro area. I have posted some real estate in Scottsdale below. They will give you a perspective what real estate is like in this market, in contrast from other markets. I will be glad to assist you in your search for real estate and wish you the best of luck in the bowl games of your school. May the best win.

Scottsdale Real Estate – Detached Homes:

Showing properties 1 – 10 of 500+. See more city of Scottsdale real estate.
(all data current as of 12/16/2011)

$1,200,000 : 10175 E Duane Lane, Scottsdale

5 beds, 5.50 baths

Home size: 5,347 sq ft

Lot size: 39,560 sq ft
$525,000 : 11004 N Miller Road, Scottsdale

5 beds, 2.75 baths

Home size: 2,965 sq ft

Lot size: 1.11 ac
$1,999,000 : 10612 E Winter Sun Drive, Scottsdale

5 beds, 6.00 baths

Home size: 9,500 sq ft

Lot size: 1.01 ac
$1,195,000 : 9620 E Rising Sun Drive, Scottsdale

4 beds, 4.50 baths

Home size: 5,113 sq ft

Lot size: 1.46 ac
$850,000 : 14208 E Windstone Trail, Scottsdale

3 beds, 3.00 baths

Home size: 3,957 sq ft

Lot size: 3.78 ac
$1,850,000 : 9701 E Happy Valley Road, Unit 23, Scottsdale

5 beds, 4.50 baths

Home size: 5,227 sq ft

Lot size: 4.37 ac
$525,000 : 27828 N 143rd Street, Scottsdale

4 beds, 4.50 baths

Home size: 6,400 sq ft

Lot size: 1.25 ac
$899,000 : 10373 E Filaree Lane, Scottsdale

4 beds, 4.00 baths

Home size: 3,907 sq ft

Lot size: 24,435 sq ft
$995,000 : 10040 E Happy Valley Road, Unit 269, Scottsdale

4 beds, 4.50 baths

Home size: 4,680 sq ft

Lot size: 18,357 sq ft
$895,000 : 11499 E Morning Vista Road, Scottsdale

3 beds, 2.00 baths

Home size: 3,132 sq ft

Lot size: 4.98 ac

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.

Scottsdale Real Estate – Condominiums:

Showing properties 1 – 10 of 500+. See more city of Scottsdale real estate.
(all data current as of 12/16/2011)

$138,000 : 20100 N 78th Place, Unit 1199, Scottsdale

2 beds, 2.00 baths

Home size: 1,116 sq ft

Lot size: 1,173 sq ft
$695,000 : 7181 E Camelback Road, Unit 4071, Scottsdale

2 beds, 2.00 baths

Home size: 1,554 sq ft
$35,900 : 8211 E Garfield Street, Unit J217, Scottsdale

1 bed, 1.00 baths

Home size: 60,317 sq ft
$235,000 : 15221 N Clubgate Drive, Unit 1103, Scottsdale

2 beds, 2.00 baths

Home size: 1,401 sq ft
$995,000 : 7181 E Camelback Road, Unit 1102, Scottsdale

2 beds, 2.50 baths

Home size: 2,041 sq ft
$139,500 : 9450 N 95th Street, Unit 201, Scottsdale

2 beds, 2.00 baths

Home size: 1,164 sq ft

Lot size: 126 sq ft
$2,499,000 : 7175 E Camelback Road, Unit PH07, Scottsdale

3 beds, 3.50 baths

Home size: 3,940 sq ft

Lot size: 3,940 sq ft
$48,900 : 1274 N 84th Place, Scottsdale

2 beds, 1.50 baths

Home size: 950 sq ft

Lot size: 42 sq ft
$499,000 : 9232 E Whitethorn Circle, Unit 616, Scottsdale

2 beds, 2.00 baths

Home size: 1,631 sq ft

Lot size: 4,866 sq ft
$45,000 : 4800 N 68th Street, Unit 202, Scottsdale

1 bed, 1.00 baths

Home size: 851 sq ft

Lot size: 886 sq ft

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.

Prices Rising For Real Estate in Gainey, McCormick, and Scottsdale Ranches?

Jim Plummer — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 21:03:28 +0000

Price Rising for Real Estate in Gainey, McCormick, and Scottsdale Ranches?

As we have dealt with the high number of foreclosures and short sales in Scottsdale, and the Phoenix Valley Metro area over the past few years, apparently the real estate market is beginning to move in some areas. Some places are having strong due to the higher desirability of living in those areas. There are three areas that are showing evidence of strength of their markets based on active listing prices. All areas end with Ranches. You would think many would want a newer home in a newly and recently developed area. Apparently, that is not the case as these subdivisions have been around for several decades when homes are listed. Of course, Scottsdale is desirable location and it’s very cold up north, where people have the desire to have real estate here.

Based on an intriguing article I read by Dru Bloomfield, there are evidences showing that listing prices of real estate in the central Scottsdale location includingMcCormick, Gainey and Scottsdale Ranchesare rising! It’s to say that lower foreclosures, short sales and lower supply appear to be taking a dip in the 86268 zip code location. The evidence the Ms. Bloomfield provided, show these subdivisions combined are on the upswing of listing prices. All locations she provided are in the same zip code of 85258.

From the closing standpoint, are real estate in Gainey, McCormick, and Scottsdale Ranches really rising? I looked up some numbers over the past 6 months in each of these subdivisions. My analysis is based on my search of the City of Scottsdale, and name of the subdivision, on a month by month basis in the Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS). Here’s the breakdown in 2011 of what is sold and the mean (average) prices were for each month:

Scottsdale Ranch:

June: 4 sold at an average price of $373,750
July: 9 sold at an average price of $459,800
August: 4 sold at an average price of $419,700
September: 2 sold at an average price of $503,000
October: 10 sold at an average of $431,600
November: 5 sold at an average of $371,300

Gainey Ranch:

June: 5 sold at an average of $403,200.
July: None sold
August: 2 sold at an average of $607,500
September: 1 sold at an average of $365,000
October: 2 sold at an average of $550,000
November: None sold

McCormick Ranch:

June: 4 sold at an average of $446,000
July: 1 sold at an average of $325,000
August: 2 sold at an average of $377,500
September: 2 sold at an average of $520,000
October: 4 sold at an average of $293,500
November: 1 sold at an average of $875,000

For each of these subdivisions, it’s not too easy where the market is going, based on sales price. The analysis shows more of a bell curve for Scottsdale Ranch on sales price. The lowest mean sales prices were in July and November, but September had the highest with only 2 sold for $550,000. McCormick Ranch had a roller coaster affect, but the low number of sales, which only 1 was sold for $895,000 in November, the highest price in all 6 months.

I will say there are a low number of homes on supply of my today’s article date for McCormick (10 homes) and Scottsdale Ranches (21 homes). Scottsdale Ranch is a larger subdivision of the two. I believe the listing price and sales price will rise again slightly. McCormick Ranch has 10 homes currently listed. Based on that lower supply, the listing prices will continue to increase.

Gainey Ranch on the other hand, has a low number of sales, but a large supply of real estate available. For whatever reason, based on my findings, Gainey Ranch had the lowest number real estate sold, and the highest number (57) of real estate on the market. I don’t see a higher listing or sales increase in Gainey Ranch for now. In the end, we have just entered the winter months when the folks from cold, northern climate areas are wanting to come here to search for real estate and to live here. That said, the analysis shown from an article I read, written by Ms. Bloomfield is indicating its increase of listing prices, as it becomes that time of the year where listing prices are higher in these popular areas. From closing of a sale, and the market conditions of sale prices, not necessarily increasing at this time, but only time will tell between now and the end of April.

All three subdivisions are attractive to a Scottsdale buyer in real estate. They have different characteristics for each one, which would skew the average sales prices. Too see some currently active real estate in Gainey, Scottsdale, and McCormick Ranches, simply browse through the listings below. If you are interested in any of these homes, contact me. I have the keys to every Scottsdale real estate in Gainey Ranch, Scottsdale Ranch, and McCormick Ranch!

Scottsdale Ranch – Scottsdale Real Estate:

Showing properties 1 – 5 of 54. See more Scottsdale Ranch community real estate.
(all data current as of 12/1/2011)

$560,000 : 11126 E Carol Avenue, Scottsdale

4 beds, 3.50 baths

Home size: 3,887 sq ft

Lot size: 22,258 sq ft
$254,000 : 10191 N 105th Way, Scottsdale

2 beds, 2.00 baths

Home size: 2,041 sq ft

Lot size: 4,480 sq ft
$279,900 : 10528 E Saddlehorn Drive, Scottsdale

3 beds, 2.75 baths

Home size: 2,187 sq ft

Lot size: 3,940 sq ft
$480,000 : 9796 E Ironwood Drive, Scottsdale

4 beds, 3.00 baths

Home size: 3,359 sq ft

Lot size: 10,880 sq ft
$290,000 : 10511 N 104th Place, Scottsdale

2 beds, 2.00 baths

Home size: 2,021 sq ft

Lot size: 5,178 sq ft

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.

Gainey Ranch – Scottsdale Real Estate:

Showing properties 1 – 5 of 46. See more Gainey Ranch community real estate.
(all data current as of 12/1/2011)

$299,900 : 8989 N Gainey Center Drive, Unit 237, Scottsdale

2 beds, 2.00 baths

Home size: 1,970 sq ft

Lot size: 186 sq ft
$450,000 : 7400 E Gainey Club Drive, Unit 143, Scottsdale

2 beds, 3.00 baths

Home size: 2,025 sq ft

Lot size: 110 sq ft
$1,300,000 : 7475 E Gainey Ranch Road, Unit 11, Scottsdale

4 beds, 4.50 baths

Home size: 4,902 sq ft

Lot size: 10,097 sq ft
$335,000 : 7272 E Gainey Ranch Road, Unit 122, Scottsdale

2 beds, 2.00 baths

Home size: 1,543 sq ft

Lot size: 193 sq ft
$349,000 : 7400 E Gainey Club Drive, Unit 147, Scottsdale

2 beds, 2.00 baths

Home size: 1,792 sq ft

Lot size: 205 sq ft

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.

McCormick Ranch – Scottsdale Real Estate:

Showing properties 1 – 5 of 56. See more Mccormick Ranch community real estate.
(all data current as of 12/1/2011)

$215,000 : 8726 E San Pedro Drive, Scottsdale

2 beds, 2.00 baths

Home size: 1,949 sq ft

Lot size: 7,125 sq ft
$365,000 : 8520 N 85th Street, Scottsdale

4 beds, 2.00 baths

Home size: 2,073 sq ft

Lot size: 10,414 sq ft
$369,900 : 7993 E Via Del Desierto –, Scottsdale

3 beds, 2.00 baths

Home size: 2,520 sq ft

Lot size: 5,578 sq ft
$224,900 : 8700 E Mountain View Road, Unit 2029, Scottsdale

2 beds, 2.00 baths

Home size: 1,342 sq ft

Lot size: 7,500 sq ft
$630,000 : 8205 E Del Claro Drive, Scottsdale

4 beds, 3.00 baths

Home size: 3,441 sq ft

Lot size: 10,150 sq ft

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.

What to Know If You Are Buying A New Build Home

Adele Coffman — Wed, 25 May 2011 20:15:22 +0000

ver the years I have sold literally hundreds of homes…and many of them have been brand new never-been-lived-in homes.

Here in the Valley we have dozens of homebuilders…and they all have different policies and procedures. But there are some things I find very similar across the board.

Now…as a disclaimer…I am NOT talking about the literally hundreds of custom homebuilders. That is an entirely different story. No…I am talking about builders who are developing the large subdivisions…most in various locations across the Metro Phoenix area.

Here are some points for a buyer to consider…the good (and there is a lot of good)..AND…the potentially not so good.

1. GOOD~~~ You get to choose your floor plan and upgrades such as cabinets, flooring and so on.

2. Not so good~~~You can likely count on increasing the base price by at least 15% when you visit the design center and choose your options. Everything from upgraded counter tops, to cabinets and flooring are usually an additional cost. In the higher end homes the builders will often include granite and some kind of tile flooring. You also will have to decide about placement of phone jacks, high speed internet wiring and things like that at this time as well. What about coach lights at the garage, extra ceiling fans and a walk out garage door? (It sounds easy…but I typically spend over 3 hours in the design center with my clients…so more to it than meets the eye) BUT…this it FUN to do for most folks!

3. GOOD~~~ You typically get a choice of lots.

4. Not so good~~~ You may have to pay a hefty premium for the most desirable lots. I have seen everything from a modest $5000 for an oversized lot…to as much as $45,000+ for a lot on a golf course (in some areas) or for a lot bordering a preserve desert area. Also…the builders release lots in small groups…so the lot you REALLY want may not be available for some time.

5. GOOD~~~You can landscape to your style. If you buy a resale home..it is what it is…unless you are willing to modify it.

6. Not so good~~~You have to landscape. ;) Many of the builders include to front yard landscaping package as part of the sales price…but you have a dirt backyard until you do something with it.

7. GOOD~~~You typically get to know your neighbors more quickly. (this can be good OR bad depending on your perspective)…but when my clients move into these new neighborhoods I find they meet others more readily. They already have something in common. They both picked the same neighborhood to invest in.

8. Not so good~~~Don’t forget window coverings. These can run hundreds of dollars…or you can do it as inexpensively as possible. BUT…typically the HOA will dictate a certain time frame in which the windows must be covered.

These are just a few thoughts I think are worth knowing if you are looking at investing in a new build here in the Valley.

I have worked with almost all of the big builders over the years…and have had a variety of experiences.

One thing I feel worth noting. When you buy one of these homes you will be signing THEIR contract which is typically weighted heavily in their favor. They are all different per builder…but one thing I like my clients to be aware of is BUILD TIME. If you have a “drop dead” date by which you MUST close…this is not for you. Mostly they will do their best to close ASAP as they want the proceeds…but they build into the contract a HUGE cushion in case they do not meet the “estimated” date. Build time is usually four months (plus) on moderate homes and much longer on large semi-custom builds.

So…is a new home for you? There are some very competitive subdivisions building right now…so just might be. Give me a call and we can talk about it.

AND…maybe the most important thing…you MUST have your agent with you on your first visit to the community of you want representation. If not…the onsite agent (who works NOT FOR YOU BUT THE BUILDER) will be the only person you will have to guide you through the process. You need YOUR OWN AGENT to help you decide what is best for YOU.

As always… if you are looking for a GREAT agent to help with your real estate needs please e-mail me at Adele@GreaterPhoenixHomes.com or give me a call (or text) at 602-504-3898 or 888-897-7821 x 114. Plus, I have a GREAT search tool on my web site that gives you the ability to search the entire MLS…just like agents do. Very COOL! Go to Metro Phoenix Homes and check it out! YOU can create and save as many searches as you would like…and it is THE SAME SEARCH I DO AS AN AGENT! You will LOVE it!

THIS IS THE BEST MOST ACCURATE SEARCH OF OUR LOCAL MLS

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Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa – Alto Ristorante e Bar

Jamie Sistek — Sat, 11 Dec 2010 06:14:10 +0000

Looking for a great place to dine in Scottsdale, Arizona? One of my favorite places is at The Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Gainey Ranch.

Enjoy a quiet and romantic dinner at Alto ristorante e bar followed by a complimentary gondola ride through the resorts waterways, with singing gondoliers (with purchase of an entree). The atmosphere is warm and relaxing with dinner being served both indoors and alfresco nestled around terrace fire pits. The gondola ride can also be purchased separately.

Another option? Before or after dinner, take a stroll through the resort grounds to view the lush vegetation and fountains throughout or sit in one of the lounging areas inside or out. It’s truly a little piece of paradise!

Attire: Resort casual
Hours: 5:30p.m. – 10:30p.m., daily
Reservations: 480-444-1234

Home Buyers & Sellers: Have you considered buying or selling a home in the Scottsdale/Phoenix area? I have a great passion to help my clients in buying and selling one of their greatest assets. If you are looking for an agent with integrity, dedication & great customer service, please email me Jamie@TickledPinkHomes.com or call/text 480-734-1971. I would love the opportunity to help you in this exciting journey!

SPECIAL BONUS: How would you like to search the entire MLS, JUST LIKE ME?! Go to Scottsdale Arizona Homes For Sale and get started. It’s the same tool that I use and it gives you LIVE & MOST ACCURATE RESULTS. You’ll love it!!

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Looking for a private lifestyle….Scottsdale is the answer

Wendy Cracchiolo — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 23:38:28 +0000

If privacy is what you crave? You want to live in a beautiful city with everything–but live on the low-down–No Paparazzi, no media circus–just casual, elegant living…and plenty of it!

Scottsdale, Arizona has it all–gorgeous people, places and things! Visitors are always pleasantly surprised at just how modern and forward Scottsdale is. The real estate, the unbelievable shopping, golf, hiking, and no-shortage of great entertainment, including thousands of great restaurants, night clubs, spa’s, private country clubs , private fitness clubs and every other type of activity you can imagine.

Residential real estate pricing is so low compared to recent past but all the amenities are included…very much a “BUYERS MARKET”–for all different types of homes-including first time homes all the way up to the luxury market behind very private gates!!

Rock Stars, Super Models and lots of professional athletes and so many more celebrities all have homes here. They know better, because 9 months out of the year we boast temps in the 70′s, have so many golf courses–too many to count, the night life never ends….and it is so centrally located to Vegas, Los Angeles, San Diego–Dallas–Sky Harbor Airport is a very easy in and out access airport–and the very convenient and private Scottsdale Airport for easy access to those with private planes at their finger tips!

High visibility VIP’s –you know who you are –can find great escapes in Scottsdale…fly in quitely, be picked up by private transportation–shuttle to your resort style homes, see private doctors with low key recoveries….anything you may need when you don’t want the blaze of papparazi flashing away–let me show you the elegant, yet completely private lifestyle you crave when you are not performing or playing to the fans–the perfect get-away town…one stop for everything you need once you step out of the lime light

Just come take a peek….check in to one of our many spectacular resorts for a summer visit and once your rested from your busy life– let me, Wendy Cracchiolo, your Private Real Estate Specialist , with ( the green) eXp Realty www.eXprealty.com for the Scottsdale/Paradise Valley market–show you some of the most amazingly beautiful homes we currently have available on our market. Even if you are just curious, and have always wanted to explore Scottsdale, head this way and combine an amazing vacation with a very private yet exclusive real estate excursion! You pick the homes you want to see…..And I will make it happen!

www.montelucia.com, www.arizonabiltmore.com www.phoenician.com

Contact me today and I will get you started with an e-mail that links you to all the great homes that are for sale.

Wendy Cracchiolo, Private Real Estate Professional for eXp Realty

Scottsdale, Arizona 602-672-2806 wendy.c@scottsdaleparadise.com www.scottsdaleparadise.com www.phoenixpowersearch.com

What does your dream home look like?

Wendy Cracchiolo — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 04:02:57 +0000

What does your dream home look like? Mine looks something like this …

This is the market us dreamers have been waiting for! Scottsdale and Paradise Valley both have hundreds if not thousands of homes on the market–and one of them may be just the home you have always dreamed of! I specialize in residential real estate in both areas. My name is Wendy Cracchiolo, with eXp Realty– www.scottsdaleparadise.com

– If I were you–take this once in a lifetime opportunity in this “BUYERS MARKET” to come out for a couple days–stay at one of our many gorgeous resort hotels and look at houses with me until you find your dream home. Perhaps you find a home that is almost perfect and you need to tweek it here and there…Candelaria Design Architects can help you get it just right. Mark Candelaria has been an architect in the Valley for almost 30 years and everything he does is superb. French Country is my very favorite with a Shabby Chic-esque interiors–whatever you desire Mark and his associates can make it all perfect… www.candelariadesign.com. One of Mark’s designs is on the cover of Luxe Magazine this month http://www.luxemagazine.com/featured-homes.aspx –world class work is what you would get! Then there is Vallone Interiors–Mark says Berkely Vallone is one of the foremost designers of today–located in downtown Scottsdale. www.vallonedesign.com

-I can introduce you to a team of the masters who make homes into perfection! Contact me today so that we can make all your dreams come true!

Wendy Cracchiolo 602-672-2806 eXp Realty– Real Estate Specialist wendy.c@scottsdaleparadise.com

Cool Arizona summer nights!

Wendy Cracchiolo — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 17:46:25 +0000

Last night, while relaxing and enjoying a colorful display of fireworks shooting up over Camelback mountain in Paradise Valley, Arizona , I could not help but notice how cool and comfortable I was as I sat outside. Most people don’t know this about our desert summers. By day the temps can reach well into the 100′s , but so many summer evenings you can sit outside and enjoy the night air. It is one of the benefits of living in the southwest–the dry desert air holds in the cooler temps.

The rest of the year speaks for itself with its perfect weather, but if the summer appeals to you, there are sooo many beautiful homes on the market today in Scottsdale and Paradise Valley. Resort style, luxury homes with very special amentities that almost always includes a swimming pool. As well as most of the gated communities , they usually boast a gorgeous resort style pool setting, along with well maintained landscaping that just happens–no more lawn mowers and hedge clippers!! You can come and go all year long and know your home is under the watchful eye of most gated sub-divisions security detail.

If you are thinking about re-locating or want a second home–real estate pricing is at an all time low and the sellers are VERY motivated. Give me a call, Wendy Cracchiolo , your Scottsdale/Paradise Valley Real Estate Specialist , and I will e-mail you a comprehensive look at listings available in any area you desire to live in. You will not believe what your dollar can buy in these very popular, destination cities –Not too mention–it is definetly a “Buyer’s Market”!

Wendy Cracchiolo–Real Estate Professional for eXp Realty… wendy.c@scottsdaleparadise.com 602-672-2806

www.scottsdaleparadise.com or www.phoenixpowersearch.com

If shopping was a sport, Scottsdale is a race track!

Wendy Cracchiolo — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 10:19:26 +0000

With soo many great reasons to visit or live in Scottsdale, Arizona…SHOPPING is its best asset!

All the way up and down Scottsdale road there are thousands of stores, featured inside the many shopping centers. Kierland is one of the most beautiful outdoor malls in the vallley, with an excellent selection of stores including, J.Crew, Victoria’s Secret, Anthropology (one of my favorites) Coldwater Creek, an enormous Border’s Books and many, many more great shops. The restaurant selection is also abundant with 2 of Sam Foxs’ restaurants, The Greene House & North, a Tommy Bahamas Restaurant, Starbucks, Cold Stone Creamery and a home town favorite , Zinc Bistro. The food is always delicious–must try the french fries, and a great wine selection–Zinc Bistro reminds me of being on the Titanic–it has that turn of the century feel, with very delicious and updated cuisine.

After a long day of shopping, you can visit any number of bars and restaurants, enjoy the cool air conditioning, rest your feet and spend some quality time while enjoying some good eats and drinks!

Across the street from Kierland, you will find a brand new, very fun and funky outdoor mall called the Scottsdale Quarter http://www.scottsdalequarter.com/ I really love this new mall because it is home to the international clothing retailer H&M, one of my favorites, and then West Elm and William Sonoma Home–2 amazing home furnishing stores , one high end and one for the first time home buyer (West Elm is very similar to the Ikea look and feel ) that are brought to us by the same corporation as the Williams Sonoma stores. With plans for up to 10 chic, new restaurants. The Oakville Grocery is already a huge hit, stay for lunch or just as easily grab a gourmet meal to go!

As your real estate professional for the Scottsdale/ Paradise Valley area…make sure you make an appointment with me, Wendy Cracchiolo, with eXp Realty, to preview some of the most beautiful homes that are flooding our market and the prices have never been so low. Great selection and very motivated sellers!

Wendy Cracchiolo 602-672-2806 wendy.c@scottsdaleparadise.com www.scottsdaleparadise.com www.phoenixpowersearch.com

Arizona is for lovers!

Wendy Cracchiolo — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 20:33:54 +0000

It is no coincidence that Arizona became a state on Valentine’s day (February 14) in 1912! There are so many things couples can do for relaxation and entertainment while in Arizona. Don’t forget–only an hour flight to jet up to Vegas and make it legal! From in town to all across the state–Arizona boasts the Grand Canyon, Canyon de Chelly, Lake Powell, the Petrified Forest (not scary at all!! lol) and little hide away towns like the ultra romantic Sedona, the artys-fartsy Jerome, the totally cool and comfortable Flagstaff, and the low-key Tucson, among many other towns and cities in Arizona you don’t want to miss!

All the luxury hotels offer the best in spa services–have you and your partner ever enjoyed side by side massages in your hotel room? Now that is a treat! Men just need to get their first pedicure and they are hooked–ask the ladies–we know this secret! Just pamper yourselves silly by day and go enjoy the incredible night life Scottsdale and all the other cities around have to offer!

Looking for a beautiful home to start your life together or to upgrade the home you already have, perhaps too small or need a pool?…contact your Scottsdale/Paradise Valley real estate professional–Wendy Cracchiolo–let me show you around the area. Give me a call or send me a text and I can give you all the info you need to start loving Arizona too!

Wendy Cracchiolo eXp Realty–602-672-2806 wendy.c@scottsdale paradise.com www.scottsdaleparadise.com or www.phoenixpowersearch.com

Lake Powell, The Grand Canyon and Sedona–just to show you a few of the most gorgeous scenic destinations Arizona has to offer.