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Scottsdale Quarter

Vicki Botkin — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 05:45:14 +0000

Scottsdale Quarter is the best new experience in the Valley. Whether you want to shop, wine and dine, or be entertained, there is something for everyone.

Recent to join Brio Tuscan Grille at Scottsdale Quarter are Stingray Sushi, True Food Kitchen and Grimaldis Pizza, Coal Burger and the upscale Dominicks Steakhouse. Or how about stopping into Champagne and Tea. Maybe finish the evening off with a stop at Menchies Frozen Yogurt where you will find over 100 rotating flavors and over 60 rotating toppings. The Apple Store will be sure to have all your technology needs. Or how about Brookstone or H&M for shopping? For your next movie try IPic Theater where you will be treated to plush media seating and a menu of appetizers and your favorite cocktail. They even have a DJ on weekends.

Located on Scottsdale Road on the North corner of Greenway and directly across from Kierland, you should check it out. You won’t be disappointed.

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2012 – A “New” Phoenix Real Estate Market

Stew Keene — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 18:56:16 +0000

As the saying goes “out with the old, in with the new”, the Phoenix Real Estate Market has been on fire in the last few months and this has caused a serious drop in inventory in the most desirable areas.

An area close to Scottsdale close to Desert Ridge and North to Cave Creek in neighborhoods like Tatum Ranch and Quail Run for example have such limited inventory that buyers and Realtors are left frustrated. Homes under 300k are getting harder and harder to find. Most offers are countered with “Give us your Highest and Best” because of multiple offers coming in on the same home. Continue Reading… HERE

Stew Keene – North Phoenix and Scottsdale Real Estate Professional

Arizona Farmers Market

Vicki Botkin — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 02:40:46 +0000

I went to my first AZ Farmers Market several months ago and now I am hooked. I try to attend one somewhere every few weeks.

I first attended the evening market at Citadelle Plaza located at 19420 N 59^th Ave inGlendale. It’s held every Wed evening from 4-7 pm.

Of course I had to taste test my way through the market before making my purchase decision! I started with homemade tamales. My favorite was green chile and corn but there are many varieties. Next it was on to salsa, hummus, espresso, homemade breads, and one booth had the best pickled vegetables….asparagus, green beans, and more. You will also want to check out the locally made flavored pastas. Add a little olive oil and fresh grated parmesan cheese, slice some fresh bread and you have dinner!

Click here for a farmers market near you

Grayhawk Scottsdale AZ

Vicki Botkin — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 19:43:47 +0000

Grayhawk is a master planned community that has a large variety of housing styles that fit into the desert environment. There are community schools, retail centers, medical facilities, and a golf course/country club that rivals the best you will find. Grayhawk is in a very convenient location just off the Loop 101 inScottsdaleAZ.

Housing options include townhomes, condo apartment style, single family homes and custom homes. There are non-gated communities as well as 2 guard gated communities within Grayhawk, which are Raptor and Talon. Within Raptor you will find 2 communities,Firenzeand Serenity and here is where you will find custom homes.

Prices can range from under $150,000 for a condo style to well over $1M for a custom home. Click the link below to check out homes currently available for sale in Grayhawk and call me for easy showings of any homes that might interest you.

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I Am Your Buyer Specialist

Vicki Botkin — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 19:17:01 +0000

Are you considering a real estate purchase in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area? If so, then I am your buyer specialist.

From the moment you contact me, I will tirelessly work for you throughout the entire purchase transaction.

The first thing I will do is discuss your “wish list”. From there we can fine tune it between “must haves”, “would like to have” and “can live without”. This will give me a good idea of how best to set up a custom MLS search for you.

Through the MLS program I have access to every active home on the market. Once I enter your criteria, a list of homes that fit that criteria will be presented to you. Additionally everytime a new listing hits the market that meets your criteria, you will receive an email alerting you.

After you have narrowed down the homes that appeal to you, we can begin going out to view homes. Once you have found a home you would like to offer on, I will pull comparable sales and we will strategize the best offer to make. Sometimes it will take negotiating back and forth several times to come to an agreed price. Once price and terms are accepted I will help you through the entire purchase process from opening escrow, ordering inspections, etc through my favorite part….the closing and handing you the keys to your new home!! By the way this is all at no cost to you because in AZ, my fees are paid by the seller.

A service I like to offer my buyers, especially out of town buyers, is to go take additional photos of any home they like. These photos will be taken from a buyer perspective rather than a seller perspective of putting their best foot forward! Many times my photos will show you flaws you may not see otherwise and can save you time from viewing homes that actually won’t work for you.

I can also put you in touch with my contacts for inspections, repairs, title work, lenders, and even after the transaction closes I can help with most trades you might need…from contractors to handymen, painters, landscapers, home designers, etc.

I am a one-stop shop so don’t hesitate to call me for all your real estate needs.

Live and Golf Troon in Scottsdale AZ

Vicki Botkin — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 22:50:31 +0000

TROON GOLF

Chances are if you’re a golfer you’ve heard of Troon North Golf Club and if you’re lucky, you have actually teed it up on this challenging desert course.

Troon North is world renowned and is the kind of course that is on a golfer’s “must-play” list. Located in Scottsdale AZ, Troon North winds around scenic Pinnacle Peak in the SonoranDesert. It boasts 2 courses, Pinnacle and Monument and according to original course designer Tom Weiskopf, “Both courses can be played exactly as the land dictates, the way Mother Nature intended.”

Check out Troon North’s website www.troonnorthgolf.com to book your tee time.

Are you interested in living on this scenic golf course paradise? The community of Troon has many magnificent homes scattered along this beautiful golf course in an 1800+ acre community. Click on the link below to see what’s available in Troon.

Click here to see Troon homes for sale

To view these homes or any homes in thePhoenixValleycontact ME today.

Need Something To Do After The Holidays?

Vicki Botkin — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 22:41:40 +0000

Check out the 19^th Annual Carefree Fine Art and Wine Festival Jan 13-15,2012.

Carefree Az is located in theSonoranDesertjust 5 min from the northernScottsdaleborder. Here you will see massive piles of boulders and gorgeous mountain views…the perfect backdrop for fine art from world-class artists. Enjoy a glass of wine while stolling through the art booths and there is always live entertainment you are sure to enjoy.

While in Carefree be sure to check out the largest sundial in the Western Hemisphere.

click here for festival info

Contact me for all your Phoenix/Scottsdale area real estate needs
Vicki Botkin
eXp Realty
vicki.botkin@exprealty.com
480-213-4880

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.

Maricopa County FHA Loan Limits on Real Estate back at $346,250

Jim Plummer — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 18:05:51 +0000

Maricopa County FHA Loan Limits on Real Estate back at $346,250!

Earlier this year the FHA loan limits forMaricopa County were at $346,250, but unfortunately it was reverted back to the pre-2008 limit of $271,050 on October 1^st. At that time after October 1^st, the buying power of a home was significantly decreased for FHA loans.

The loan decrease of $271, 050 appeared to be a temporary adjustment. Today, the word is out and it’s confirmed. The loan limit for FHA is now back to $346,250, as it was agreed upon in 2008! This is effective on or after November 18, 2011, and will last through 2013. For those looking for FHA financing on a home, you will have more power and more options to search forsingle-family real estate in places like Scottsdale, Phoenix and the Valley Metro Area!

I will set you up with a lender who will assist you in obtaining that loan! Once you get that pre-approval, then I will assist you in your search for real estate! Here are the additional homes to choose from, listed after at least a 3.5% down payment on a FHA loan of $346,250.