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How Do You Plan to Purchase Your Next Sedona Property?
Last month we asked Sedona Buyers how they plan to make their Sedona Real Estate purchase. Will you take advantage of low interest rates or buy with cash?
Results: Borrow before these low interest rates rise!
We find that taking advantage of low interest rates is on everyone's mind - Whether or not the buyer has enough cash to make the purchase. If you are in agreement and would like to talk to a lender, please call Jonathan at Pinnacle Mortgage. Or Contact Us for more information - 928.282.4166 x 253.
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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.
If you have any difficulty, let us know and we can walk you through the process. Thanks again for your time!
365 Reasons to Live in Sedona
Sedona's Convenience to
Snowbowl Ski Resort
As some of you have seen in our previous post, sometimes Sedona gets a late spring snow storm. One perk about that is Sedona residents can sneak off to Snowbowl Ski Resort. While it is not as large as some of Colorado's ski resorts, Snowbowl is perfect for beginning/ intermediate snowboarders & skiers that want to get out in nature and shred the mountain. Each trip up there is a great opportunity to enjoy the snow and the gorgeous blue skies!
Snowbowl is located in Flagstaff, Arizona and is a quick 45 minute drive from Sedona's Red Rocks. For many Sedona residents, winter weather means lots of trips up the Oak Creek Canyon to play in the snow near Flagstaff. As many of you know, Sedona's winters consist of...
Click for full article: Sedona's Proximity to Snowbowl Ski Resort.
Sedona AZ's Teen Center & Skate Park
In Sedona, the public majority is middle-aged working citizens and retirees. Because of this, the community has put forth great effort in creating space for our youth to have places to interact with each other and mature.
Locally known as the 'teen center', the now Boys & Girls Club hopes to, "...inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens." Located in Posse Grounds at 480 Posse Ground Rd, the teen center is a place that has something for everyone.
With a modern facility that includes an outdoor skate park and use of the basketball courts & other sports fields, this is the place to be for any Sedona teenager. Be sure to check out their schedule because the teen center is known for hosting events such as Skating Tournaments, "Battle of the Bands", "Club Night" and much more.
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Buyer & Seller Tips of the Month
Buyers
Prepare for Multiple Offers
When you are looking to buy a property that is priced right, there may be multiple offers submitted at the same time as yours. We recently experienced this with one of our clients and we would like to share some advice with all of you as you prepare to make a Sedona Real Estate purchase.
These are guidelines that we recommend -- following these steps will not guarantee that you will get the property you are making an offer on. However, these are good steps to follow to improve your chances of winning a multiple offer scenario for your Sedona Real Estate transaction!
When you are in a multiple offer situation remember:
- Cash is ultimately the best form of payment. Full loan pre-approval is the next best scenario.
- Once multiple offers come in to the seller’s agent, the seller reviews the offers and may present a “Highest and Best” counter offer. This is submitted to all parties that have submitted offers for the property. All of the potential buyers have the same timeframe to submit their new offer with the highest price they are willing to pay and their best terms.
- Tip: Decide on your final number before making any offer. This helps in situations like these when impulse and emotions try to take control. Knowing your highest number ahead of time will help to eliminate buyers’ remorse of going over your budget.
- ”Best” refers to the best terms for the Seller. This means the fewest conditions and the shortest Close of Escrow will most likely be considered for acceptance.
- Always have your Sedona Realtor do a follow-up call after submitting the offer. Make sure your final offer is received and presented during this phase of negotiations.
- In this situation remember that while you have the time to reply, time is of the essence and we suggest moving fast.
- Leverage your Inspection Period: If you know buying this Sedona Property is a good value and you have the means to move quickly, doing so is in your best interest. There is nothing wrong with tying the property up while you inspect and decide if it is the right fit for you and your family. You will maintain the right to cancel for any reason if the Sedona Property does not fit your preference. Use the inspection time wisely.
Please take these suggestions and move forward in your search for buying a Sedona Property that is priced right for our 2013 Sedona Real Estate Market.
For more home buying tips, click for our Sedona Home Buying Guide.
Sellers
Tips for Listing a Vacant Home
There are always concerns when listing your home for sale – even more so when the property is vacant. We want to discuss some safety precautions that all Realtors should take to minimize some of the risks of Sedona Vacant Home Listings.
- Adjust your thermostat to the season. Sedona’s moderate climate is helpful in saving money on heating and cooling, but it does not allow you to leave the thermostat off year round. Please set your Sedona Home’s temperature to something reasonable in the winter and summer seasons. We don’t want any pipes or anything to freeze when we have cold spells from Dec-Mar. On the contrary, when it gets hot in the summer months, we want buyers to feel comfortable while touring the property.
- Extra Security Measures:
- Have a neighbor watch over your home: pick up newspapers, remove local business advertisements and have them make sure no unusual business happens around the home. They can also help check the thermostat occasionally.
- Make sure the locks on all of the doors and the latches on all of the windows work properly. It may also be a good idea to make sure the blinds are drawn at night.
- Stage your Vacant Property - Yes we suggest staging your Vacant Sedona Home for Sale. It is important for all of your personal belongings to be out of the home so that future buyers can imagine themselves living in their new home; but a completely vacant home may also be unflattering. If you can, leave small and sparse furniture in the home to give buyers an idea of what the home could look like. We suggest to only leave a few things i.e.:
- Bar Stools
- Couch/Chairs in Living Room
- Nicely made bed & night stand in Master Bedroom
- Possibly a patio set outdoors
These are just a few simple things to help sell your Vacant Sedona Home faster. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to call!
For more Selling Tips, or ideas to Stage Your Home, visit the Sedona Property Selling Tips on our website.
Feature Sedona Subdivision
Las Piedras Video Tour
Respected builder, well constructed, active HOA. This VOC/Big Park, Sedona Subdivision is perfect for buyers looking for the "condo lifestyle" i.e. low maintenance yards, community pool, amenities, etc.
For more information about Las Piedras Property for sale or Subdivision Details please don’t hesitate to Contact Us at 928.821.3508 or 928.282.4166 ext 253.
Las Piedras Property Listings
Did you enjoy the video tour of this subdivision? Take a look at the links below and see if there are any homes or vacant land available that meets your needs. Las Piedras, located in VOC/Big Park, is a great place to relax and enjoy Sedona Views! Click below to view:
Featured Properties
315 Montazona Drive
First time on market, one owner. Picture perfect, unblockable Red Rock views from living room. Covered deck right off master bedroom to sit back, relax and enjoy quiet mornings and peaceful evenings. 450 sq. ft. bonus room & 3/4 bathroom downstairs not included in sq ft. not heated or cooled.
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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5 Paseo Del Inez Drive
Luxury custom building lot overlooking Seven Canyons 18 hole Golf Club. Panoramic views of the golf course as well as the famous Sedona red rocks. Enjoy the stunning red rock views, exquisite sunrises and magnificent sunsets.
Call Rob for more details - 928.821.3508 or Email Us.
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Local Lender Update
Housing markets across the nation are increasing in value in 2013. Housing starts have increased, and building permits are on the rise. Historically low interest rates have fueled the strong increase in home sales. Many people who were “underwater” (owing more money than their home is worth) have seen increasing flexibility because of new loan programs, and increasing property values. Locally there is a positive attitude surrounding the real estate market.
Rising mortgage rates could be in the near future if the US economy continues to improve. Mortgage rates are still very low. If you have a property that are thinking about purchasing or refinancing it is important to get your rate locked in as soon as possible, so you can take advantage of these current low interest rates. If you have any questions do not hesitate to pick up the phone or send an email.
Jonathan Burgueno
Mortgage Advisor MLO 290524
Pinnacle Capital Mortgage
Branch Manager
(928) 282-3200
Equal Housing Lender AZBKBR0116852
For more tips & tools, please visit the Lender's Section of our website.
Pam's Recipe of the Month
Better Than Takeout Chicken Fried Rice via Rachel Schultz
Ingredients
- 4 cups rice, prepared
- 1/2 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked (I recommend using Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken!)
- 1 cup peas & carrots, frozen
- 1 small white onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 eggs
- 3 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
Directions
- Prepare rice according to package instructions to yield 4 cups cooked rice.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet on medium heat.
- Add onion, garlic, peas, and carrots.
- Stir fry until tender. Crack eggs into pan and scramble, mixing throughout vegetables.
- Add rice, chicken, and soy sauce to pan.
- Stir in soy sauce and remove from heat.
"Here's my version of this classic dish - not that I have any claim to being an authority on what is "authentic" Chinese food. I am an authority, however, on what is super incredibly yummy. This rice gets my stamp of approval, with honors. It's better than takeout, and you can enjoy skipping all the mysterious, unhealthy parts of fast food." Rachel Schultz - Food Blog
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