Ready for today's newest real estate reality?

Finally, good news from the marketplace—Multiple offers are back!


What you need to know about preparing an offer in today's market as a power player:

You will have more influence when you show up prepared.
1. Be initially pre-approved by your financial institution
2. Make a cash offer and provide proof of cash funds:
    -Bank statements
    -Securities statement
    -Insurance statement.

3.  Depending on your desired location, properties will rise and fall. Check the areas before going out with a Realtor® and you won't waste time, and  you're more likely to find what you want in the best location.
4. Consider there tends to be more inventory in age-qualified communities. These locales are ideal for vacation homes. The advantage is on resale, short sales or foreclosures where you may not be dealing with as many multiple offers in non-age qualified neighborhoods.

For example, Trilogy at Vistancia, in Peoria, Arizona since January, 65 homes sold (19 in the month of April alone!)

This is an ideal time to acquire second homes in Arizona. There is something for everyone. Consider the cosmopolitan and cooler temperatures of Flagstaff. You're only a five-hour drive to Santa Fe and off Hwy. 40 heading to Las Vegas in four hours. With the Northern Arizona University there, amenities—from theater to medical facilities, activities are abundant.

Heading northeast in Arizona, approximately four hours, is Pinetop with beautiful mountain vistas and a wonderful place to enjoy  mild temperatures during the summer season. Popular Prescott and world-class destination Sedona are easy to accesses well. Take your pick.

Happy interstate traveling! TF

Golf Anyone?

If you play birdie golf, you play like a pro. So, I named our website, BirdieGolfHomes.com, because our clients want pros working for them when  looking for exceptional homes.


Lana and I live and work in a golf community, Trilogy at Vistancia, next to Vistancia Village and Blackstone country club gated neighborhood. The award-winning Gary Panks designed golf course earned the prestigous Golf Digest 5-star designation. 

When visiting Phoenix, wrap up a wonderful day of golf at Trilogy on the beautiful 18th hole. Golf Digest says, "It's a must-play once in your life at any price." 

The clubhouse offers scenic views, ambiance, a pro shop and full-service dining at the Verde Grill. Stop by for a tour. Just email me at ted@BirdieGolfHomes.com and we will set a time. TF

Hit a home run while Spring Training is still on

This  is a great time to hit a home run with your home if you were wondering, "Is this a good time to sell?"

Spring Training, running through April 4, 2012, in its first week, experienced 250,000 spectators. People are here and they are looking because the weather is superb, great shopping and entertainment and they are getting the bug that, "I could live here, full or part time." Hm-m-m.

For golfers, visitors love our Metro Phoenix's golf courses. They become smitten with the variety of courses, levels of skill and surrounding beauty.

For tennis players, what a great time to fall in "love." Visitors enjoy the mild weather.


In many neighborhoods, multiple offers on homes are becoming common. TF

Shoppers Heaven Just Got New Wing!

Ready for another shopping experience?

Tanger Factory Outlet Centers Inc. intends to open a new open-air mall in the Westgate Shopping City Center in Glendale. This news is greeted with optimism for the Arizona economy.

This is a boom for Phoenix's West Valley. The 328,000 s.f. modern design site blends with the existing Westgate Shopping City Center, replete with dancing fountains and rich colors around on billboards. Pedestrian-friendly spaces have courtyards and some covered park like areas. The center will feature 85 brand-name stores to be completed by 2012 year end.

Most of the active adult-resort living communities (55+) are in the West Valley. This will add to the tax base and add a new entertainment center. TF


Ted Friedman, Designated Broker/Agent
623/476-2491
FriedmanRealtyAssociates@gmail.com
www.BirdieGolfHomes.com

Money Is Cheap

Money is cheap like never before.

So, why are people not rushing into the market, particularly in active adult communities? They don't want to be the first to take the plunge into the market.
Fact is, the market is turning and others have taken that first step. So, come on in, the "water" is fine and benefit from the exceptional bargains that are disappearing from the market.

The Fed projects low mortgage rates until 2014. (Wall Street Journal, 1/26/12)

People are spending money. They are putting themselves back into the market. Supply and demand is back. This is what we've been waiting for.

Considering a move to Arizona?
What does that mean for people considering a move to Arizona, Phoenix area? The wait is over.
Forget the media and get in on the heating-up marketing. Pent up demand is beginning to explode with multiple offers, something we haven't seen for years. For example, The Arizona Republic (1/31/12 Business/Retail) reported, " . . . . since November, purchases rose to $4 billion from last year."

Talk to your lender, whether it is a mortgage broker or financial institution. Act now! TF

Ted Friedman, Designated Broker/Agent
623/476-2491
FriedmanRealtyAssociates@gmail.com
www.BirdieGolfHomes.com

Phoenix, Peoria Offer Top-Tier Adult Resort Living Choices

Phoenix, Peoria, offer top-tier adult-resort living choices. These 5-Star amenities are rejuvenating for active adults.

Location, location, location . . .
Another factor for these prime spots is location—And, it's all relative.

A few ideas to consider when buying a home to fulfill your lifestyle:
    1.    What does your choice have to be near?
    2.    What types of facilities like medical, cultural, religious are deal breakers?
    3.    What are the issues regarding a commute for work or visiting friends and family.
    4.    Can I 'sample' the location before I buy?

Everything we wanted . . .
One of the many reasons Lana and I chose Trilogy at Vistancia was the projected proximity to everything we wanted:
    •    We're avid sports fans and we attend the games. The northwest valley is home to the Arizona Cardinals, for example, and the stadium is 20 minutes from Trilogy in Peoria, Arizona. Also, spring training for major league baseball is big here. Take your pick from the Seattle Mariners, SF Giants, and San Diego Padres. These events bring vibrancy and fun to your lifestyle.
    •    The Phoenix/Peoria northwest valley is teeming with energy and entertainment when you want it. Miles of hiking trails and camp grounds are easily accessed of the freeways. As a gateway to Sedona, Flagstaff, Wickenburg, Prescott and other desirable "get aways," you can be on a perpetual vacation whenever you want.
    •    Trilogy has the benefit of proximity to Lake Pleasant and the new Scorpion Bay Mariner. Rent a boat, jet ski, kayak or fishing are a few of the pleasant choices you can make. Also, there is full-service restaurant, Dillon's, at the mariner. You can make a day of it.

Trends are moving fast
People ask me, "Is this the time to buy?" It couldn't be better—rates are the lowest in decades and inventory has dwindled so as each day passes there are less choices. Now IS the time. TF

Ted Friedman, Designated Broker/Agent
623/476-2491
FriedmanRealtyAssociates@gmail.com
www.BirdieGolfHomes.com

Peak Season is Now in Phoenix!

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Peak Season is NOW!

Each year Arizona has a huge influx of folks from around the world who are drawn by Metro Phoenix's world class events:
    •    Spring Training around the Valley of the Sun
    •    Barrett Jackson Car Show and Auction
    •    Arabian Horse Show
    •    TPC Golf Tournament
    •    PF Chang's Rock 'N' Roll Marathon
    •    and the list grows . . .
Annually these events focus attention on our communities.

Plus, snowbirds and people from cold winter states or cities are eager to move to Phoenix, especially after escaping inches of ice, snow and storms. Who can blame them when within two hours drive, there is a 25 degree differential if they want a change of scenery. (When speaking with folks, few realize that Arizona has four seasons.)

To the sellers benefit, people from out of town have different perspectives than locals. Many are on a vacation and are relaxed. They can easily "fall in love" with Phoenix/Peoria/West Valley area and want to purchase a home. It can be an impulse and you want to have that on your side.

Watch the headlines about Arizona's  turnaround, lower prices for utilities, groceries, gas, food and services. Get in on the upswing.

If you are looking to sell, now is the time to maximize your benefit and sell your home! TF

Ted Friedman, Designated Broker/Agent
623/476-2491
FriedmanRealtyAssociates@gmail.com
www.BirdieGolfHomes.com