• Why Live in Sedona?
• Buyers & Sellers
• Feature Subdivision
• Lender Update
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Sedona Poll of the Month

Results from Last Poll

Would you Rather Rent or Own in Today's Real Estate Market?

Last month we posed the age old question, when you are looking for a new place to live - should you rent or purchase a Sedona Property? We understand that at times it can be a financial decision, but current market conditions seem to favor the decision to buy now vs rent. Our poll results from last month showed most of you all believe this to be true as well.

A client commented on his vote for Ownership, "Owning property helps build your net worth even in bad times - not only for tax benefits but in having that good feeling 'this in mine'..." If you agree and you are looking to Purchase Sedona Property you can do so now.

Contact Us or call - 928.282.4166 x 253 for more information about the Sedona area & local Sedona Real Estate updates.

If you have any suggestions for new poll topics, Send Us an Email.

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Service Reviews have become a hot commodity on the web. We can tell future clients how hard we will work for them, but it always comes better from a third party. If you haven't had a chance, please take a moment and let us know how we did. For those of you that have already helped out, thank you once again.

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If you have any difficulty, let us know and we can walk you through the process. Thanks again for your time!

#86 - ‘Dahling It’s You’ Fashion Boutique

Sometimes living in a small town such as Sedona, AZ, it is difficult to find stores that compare to the variety you see in larger cities. Luckily Sedona has a selection of distinctive boutiques that are a pleasure to shop in.

One boutique stands out to us as the leader of Women’s Fashion – Dahling It’s You! With two Sedona locations and only one-of-a-kind inventory; we (Pam) recommend visiting Dahling It's You to find the perfect combination of clothing & accessories for any occasion. Dahling It's You is one of our favorite Reasons to Live in Sedona AZ! The location pictured...

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#82 - Sedona “Vortexes”

Why live in Sedona AZ?

• To Hike gorgeous Sedona Red Rocks
• To Receive a Culture Shock, from large city life
• For Spiritual & Physical Healing
• To Experience Sedona Vortexes (or vortices)
• *A top reason to live in Sedona is the incomparable red rock formations and vortexes.

It is true that all Sedona AZ residents know exactly what a vortex is and why it is important to so many visitors? No!

Many times we hear questions as to; what is a vortex and how does it affect life in Sedona? In our inadequacy we feel that the video below has a great explanation on the subject of Sedona Vortex.

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Buyers

Listing Agent - Foe or Friend?

As a Buyer, we know that committing to an agent early in your search process can be a scary proposition. This is why many buyers begin their search by contacting the listing agent(s) on Sedona Homes for Sale. What most Buyers should remember is the listing agent is working for the Seller. Most Sedona Realtors® are professional, but it can be a conflict of interest when you try to negotiate the best price for your Sedona Home Purchase.

We are not saying that the listing agent can’t successfully represent both the seller & the buyer, but it is difficult. In our experience, if you want the best deal when buying Sedona Real Estate, you can see an enormous benefits by hiring a Sedona Buyer's Representative. This decision will ensure you have someone looking out for your needs first. Consder these Benefits:

• It is FREE - the seller pays the commission for both the listing agent and the buyer’s agent
• You have someone negotiating on your behalf & yours only. Use their experience in helping you determine the best strategy. More than likely, you don't buy property all that often. Use someone that negotiates for a living.
• Buyers Reps know the inventory. They can show you all of the Sedona Homes for Sale that are a good deal. They won't be burdened with the bias of trying to sell you their listing(s).

If this concept makes sense to you, but you still would like to find your agent by calling on a Sedona Home of interest, please think about one thing. If the listing agent is part of a team, one team member can represent yourself and the another team member can represent the Seller. This helps to keep the negotiation professional and without bias.

That is the way we do business. For example, if we get a call on a listing – Ricky will represent the Buyer while Rob represents the Seller. We take our service to you very seriously; no information is shared during the transaction.

If you are looking for an experienced Sedona Realtor please Contact Us, the Sedona Property Partners at RE/MAX Sedona. We are here to help answer any questions you may have.

For more home buying tips, click for our Sedona Home Buying Guide.

Sellers

Does the Potential Buyer have the capacity to perform?

When reviewing submitted offer think about how strong the offer is. Does the buyer truly have the capacity to perform? Most agents require their buyers to either get pre-approval or show a proof of funds prior to submitting an offer. Let us explain the levels of pre-approval so you can determine if the buyer can in fact get financing.

A Pre-Qualification Form has three important things to look at. Know what it means when a buyer presents an offer with pre-approval. Refer to the Pre-Qual. Form attached here.

• Line 14 – Has the Lender Completed a Verbal Discussion with the Buyer? If this is the only box checked yes, you have a problem.
• Line 15 – Has the Lender pulled the Buyer's Credit Report? This tells us that the Lender after talking with the Buyer and seeing their Credit Score, believes the buyer can afford a home priced like yours.
• Line 23-26 – What documents has the Lender Obtained to qualify the Buyer? Obviously, the more documents received the better chance you have of the buyer actually being able to secure a loan.

Knowing what to look for when a potential buyer submits an offer with a pre-approval by a lender can help avoid problems later on in the escrow process. If a buyer submits a Proof of Funds, we consider this a stronger offer because the buyer has cash available to purchase the home. If you have any questions about reviewing offers or listing your Sedona Home for sale please give us a call! We are here to lend our knowledge to make sure you have the best Sedona Real Estate experience possible.

For more Selling Tips, or ideas to Stage Your Home, visit the Sedona Property Selling Tips on our website.

Nepenthe Video Tour

Nepenthe is Located in West Sedona, AZ. This Sedona Subdivision is perfect for retirees or someone who doesn't want a lot of maintenance. These townhomes are built with a Southwest Charm. Interested in living in the heart of Sedona? Nepenthe may be the perfect location for you!

For more information about Nepenthe Property for sale or Subdivision Details please don’t hesitate to Contact Us at 928.821.3508 or 928.282.4166 ext 253.

Nepenthe Property Listings

Featured Properties

153 Casitas Court

Built to enjoy all the comforts of life, this beautiful contemporary home has it all! Listed at the 2006 purchase price, but with an additional $325,000 worth of improvements for no additional cost. Improvements include two bedroom guest house addition, a 40' x 20' solar heated in ground pool, a 6' privacy stucco fence, and professional landscaping with fruit trees...

For more features & information on this VOC/Big Park Home please Email Rob & Pam - or give us a call 928.821.3508.

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538 Foothills South Dr

Custom homesite located in one of Sedona's most prestigious gated communities, Foothill South. Located at the end of a cul-de-sac with great Red Rock Views. Easy build. Sewer available. Highly desirable area with luxury homes. Call us today so we can walk this lot with you!

Call Rob for more details - 928.821.3508 or Email Us.

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Ingredients

For the Crust:

• 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
• 4 tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
• 3 tbsp. sugar

For the Raspberry Swirl:

• 6 oz. fresh raspberries
• 2 tbsp. sugar

For the filling:

• 2 lbs. cream cheese, at room temperature
• 1½ cups sugar
• Pinch of salt
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 4 large eggs, at room temperature

Directions

• Preheat the oven to 325˚ F. Line cupcake pans with paper liners. In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter and sugar. Stir together with a fork until well blended and all the dry ingredients are moistened. Press 1 tablespoon of the mixture into the bottom of each cupcake liner. Bake until just set, 5 minutes. Transfer to a cooling rack.
• To make the raspberry puree, combine the raspberries and sugar in a blender or food processor. Process until smooth, then pour through a fine mesh sieve to remove the seeds.
• To make the cheesecake, beat the cream cheese on medium-high speed in the bowl of an electric mixer until fluffy. Blend in the sugar until smooth. Mix in the salt and vanilla. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
• To assemble, spoon 3 tablespoons of the cheesecake batter over the crust in each cupcake liner. Dot a ½ teaspoon of the raspberry puree in a few dots over the cheesecake filling. Use a toothpick or a wooden skewer to lightly swirl and create a marbled effect.
• Bake until the filling is set, about 22 minutes, rotating the pans halfway through baking. (They will look quite puffed initially but will return to normal quickly.) Transfer to a wire cooling rack and let cool to room temperature. Transfer to the refrigerator and let chill for at least 4 hours before serving.