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Regarding the Sedona Market

#179 - Sedona Snap Fitness

As residents of Sedona, we are extremely privileged to have our own SNAP Fitness facility; two of them in fact! Both West Sedona and the Village of Oak Creek have a gym that is affordable and open 24/7. These facilities boast top of the line fitness equipment and a super fit staff. Snap Fitness personal trainers are dedicated, motivating professionals with impressive credentials that have a passion for helping people get fit...

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#178 - Echo Canyon Vineyard and Winery

...Many people love living in Sedona because there are always exciting developments in the wine world in the Sedona/Page Springs area. Among the latest are the bottling parties hosted by Echo Canyon Vineyard/Passion Cellars. Of the 36 barrels of wine that has been aging and improving since 2003-05 only 22 remain...

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Buyers

Out of State Buyer Must-Do’s

As a retirement and second home community, we represent out of state buyers more frequently than not. Let us be your guide to understanding what Sedona’s Market has to offer and to help you make the most informed decision(s). Whether you are purchasing a Sedona Vacation Home or you plan on moving to Sedona permanently, take a look at our must-do’s below.

Take the Tour

We talk a lot about the funnel approach when searching for the right Sedona Property. We suggest that you start wide and narrow your focus as the buying process progresses. Once you decide that Sedona is the right town for you and your family, make sure you get a real estate tour from an informed Sedona Realtor. Exploring Sedona’s 7 areas and unique neighborhoods with a local Realtor educating you on the key points will allow you to determine which area is the best fit. This is important to do prior to searching for the property itself. Remember, location, location, location… right?

Research Property Online

Now that you have found your Sedona area, you can begin the House Hunt. Most out of town buyers do this online with the help of their Sedona Realtor. We can set you up on an automated search so that as properties become available, that meet your criteria, you’ll get an email notification. This type of search can speed your introduction to the property and may help you facilitate a quicker decision when competition exists.

Digital Signatures

When you are ready to make an offer it may be important to act fast. Although Sedona’s inventory hasn’t been turning over as quickly as some hotter markets, we do have certain price ranges where multiple offer situations happen. What used to take hours, if not days, now can happen fairly quickly when a buyer is making an offer from afar. Using a digital signature program simply means receiving the paperwork via email and clicking where your signatures are needed. Remember that these signatures are legally binding just as pen to paper. The documents are automatically emailed back to your Realtor upon completion and will be submitted to the other party thereafter. Nowadays, there is no need to print, scan/fax the offer back to us– simplifying the technology needed on your end.

Realtor Assistance with Inspections

Relying on your Realtor is key when purchasing a property out of state. Make sure that you select a Sedona Realtor that can assist/attend inspections (home, termite, roof, etc.) and other due diligence meetings such as getting quotes from contractors for possible repairs/changes, a property survey, appraisal and anything else that is pertinent to you making your final decision.

It is still paramount and highly suggested that you make it a priority to attend at a minimum the general home inspection for your new Sedona Property purchase. Ultimately your attendance will help you determine the significance of the items that make it onto the inspection report and will help with your comfort in completing the purchase.

While making an offer from afar is sometimes uncomfortable, having confidence in and relying on an informed Sedona Realtor can lessen your angst. Discuss with your Sedona Agent your concerns, timeline and goals for relocating to Sedona.

Sometimes the right fit for you and your family requires fast action. Be prepared to act quickly and for the steps necessary to secure the Sedona Property. It is important to feel confident in our expertise that we can successfully represent your best interest and facilitate the transaction. If we can be of any further assistance, we are here to discuss and to help. Feel free to Contact Us today.

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

Sellers

Focus on the Kitchen

When preparing to list your Sedona home for sale begin with the heart of the home – the kitchen. Yes, it’s that important! Many buyers, whether cooks or not, go straight for the kitchen when touring Sedona Property for sale. Keep in mind the following kitchen trends homebuyer’s are searching for.

Open Floor Plan

When considering a Sedona Home remodel, we always encourage our sellers to appeal to the masses. Most buyers look for open floor plans, especially in the kitchen area. If there is an opportunity to remove a wall or portion of wall in your kitchen area (without compromising storage needs) we recommend getting quotes from local General Contractors.

Storage

If remodeling is within your budget (time & financial), replacing your cabinets may be an option worth considering. If space is limited you may want to research space-saving drawers and pull-outs such as toe kick drawers or 6-inch spice racks that can utilize space otherwise wasted below cabinets and beside doors and/or the refrigerator.

On a smaller budget, organize & de-clutter your space. Nothing makes a space feel larger than precise organization. Remove everything from the counters and don’t forget to organize in drawers, cabinets and the pantry. A good rule of thumb is to have each space half empty and specifically organized...just in case a buyer sneaks a peek!

Neutral Colors

A fresh coat of paint can do wonders! When repainting your kitchen and living areas choose a neutral color scheme – something along the lines of beige, taupe or gray will appeal to most buyers. Using neural colors allows for buyers to imagine themselves beginning the next phase of their life in the home. We have noticed that if a home is painted an accent color such as green or red, buyer have a hard time looking past the paint and cannot visualize a neural color.

Clean, Clean, Clean

If it is not within your budget to replace cabinetry and counters, at a bare minimum, you can replace hardware & give the kitchen a good cleaning.

New Appliances

In our experience, getting new appliances are not typically needed unless your current appliances are broken or extremely outdated. Most people have a preference of which brands and colors they desire so unless you are performing a complete remodel, we suggest making other investments (listed above) rather than replace your appliances.

On a side note, if your property has natural gas, we have found that buyers appreciate a kitchen that is equipped for both an electric and gas stovetop. This way they can easily replace the stovetop if desired without having to hookup gas. Keep this in mind if you are considering a full kitchen demo.

Get Expert Advice

Please keep in mind that remodeling your Sedona home may increase the value of your property but typically does not produce a dollar for dollar return. So when considering revamping your kitchen, or any other area of your property, always consult with your Sedona Realtor. We will give our honest opinion on what changes will make the most impact on your particular property.

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

Firecliff Video Tour

Located in the Village of Oak Creek, the seventy-nine single family villas and several custom homes of the Firecliff community have awe-inspiring Red Rock Views. Don't take our word for it, visit the Firecliff Community for yourself!

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Featured Properties

110 Stone Creek Circle

Pride of ownership shows in this desirable Sedona Golf Resort home located in cul-de-sac for more privacy. Single level with split bedroom floor plan. Stunning Red Rock views out the front adjoining to the Golf Course on the back. Fresh interior custom paint and brand new carpet makes this home turn key ready!...

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105 Cross Creek Circle

Premiere gated subdivision in Cross Creek. Two plus acres luxury building site. In area of over million dollar homes. Backs to Red Rock State Park and hiking trails. Perfect place to build your dream home in a luxury community. Call us today so we can show you why you don't need to look any further!

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Ingredients

For Dumplings

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 egg, beaten
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp chives, chopped
• 1/2 cup buttermilk

Chicken soup

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 large carrot, chopped
• 1 large celery stalk, chopped
• 1/2 tsp dry thyme
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• 2 cups roasted chicken, shredded (any part of the chicken will do, both white and dark meat would be great for flavor)

Directions

• In a large Dutch oven add the olive oil and heat over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot and celery to the pot and cook for about 5 to 7 minutes until the onion sweats and becomes translucent.
• Add thyme to the pot and the 4 cups of chicken broth. In a small bowl whisk the flour with a ladle of the broth from the pot then pour back into the pot and whisk making sure there are no lumps. Stir in the frozen peas and the shredded chicken. Season with salt and pepper and cook for 5 minutes.
• While the broth is cooking, prepare the dumplings. In a bowl whisk together all the dumpling ingredients, making sure not to overmix, if you overmix the dumplings will turn out too dense.
• Drop dumpling batter using a spoon into the thick broth. Make sure you don't take too much batter at once because the dumplings will double in size while they cook, so make them as big as you wish.
• Cover the pot and simmer for about 15 to 20 minutes or until the dumplings are cooked. Make sure you don't peek while the dumplings are cooking, because they need to steam in order for them to cook and be nice and fluffy, lifting the lid will release the steam. After about 15 minutes use a toothpick to test if the dumplings are cooked through.

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