Land of Opportunity—Arizona

With endless sunshine and minimal risk from Mother Nature’s whims (yes, we have haboobs!), Arizona is beginning to emerge as the next tech station on the global map.

Mesa, Arizona, will be the new home for a division of Apple Inc. The company name will be a magnet to attract other high-tech companies. This is a boost for the local economy and peripheral industries like housing and education.

Long known as a small business haven, metro Phoenix won the brass ring with the Apple Inc. acquisition. Maybe it’s time for you to start thinking about heading our way and joining in the housing recovery and bring your vision for your business idea.

Lana and I are here to answer questions-(623) 476-2491. Escape winter and join us, won’t you! -TF

Stay-Cations Are Hot . . . especially in Phoenix!

Stay local and beat the heat.

Another choice for a getaway is Vee Quiva (East Valley)
It is a boutique hotel so you feel welcome, it's intimate and easy to navigate.
This site brings comfort and fun into our own backyard!

Consider these details:

• Live entertainment 4-12
• A lavish event center consider having your next big event in this lavish location.
• Plan a stay for your guests or members to have the full experience.
• Happy Hour is every day.

Check out more details at WinGilaRiver.com





State of the neighborhood news from
Trilogy at Vistancia, adult resort living at the top.

Be sure to ask for the Friedman Realty Associates month-end recap—
Email your request directly to me. —TF

Maximize the Value of Your Home—4 Easy Steps

Consider that you could add up to 10% to the price of your home with a few adjustments.

1. Curb appeal—It is the first impression a person has of your house.
Does your home need painting?
Are the doors clean or entry windows clear of cobwebs and dust? Do the windows need cleaning? Is a swimming pool or hot tub in good condition?


Outdoors matter. Is your landscaping in need of maintenance?
How's the irrigation system? Tree droppings picked up?
Does your driveway need a power wash? People judge before they set foot in your home.

2. What happens when you walk in your house? 

Does your home need to be freshened up with new paint and decorator highlights?

What is the condition of your flooring—clean carpets, grout lines?

Fragrance can affect people. They may have allergies. Less is more—Avoid over spraying, floral scents and strong food aromas. A hint of vanilla or cinnamon in a simmer pot is gentle.




3. Clutter is off putting
Too much stuff around may diminish the ambiance of your home.
Clean ovens, refrigerator, and ceiling fans.

Manage clutter with containers.
Keep things off the counters because people want to imagine their own belongings in place.

4. Casual staging
Set the dining table or breakfast bar with flatware, plates and glassware.


You want your home to greet the guests, and say, "Welcome Home!"

-TF

Afraid of missing the market . . . again!

Pundits declare the sharpest rise in residential home sales since 2006. The consequence is how it quieted down investor squimishness. The higher priced homes (>$500,000) are selling quickly while inventory is down because foreclosures and short sales have dropped.

Combine the housing rise with the 25% office vacancy rate, this is an opportune time to negotiate super lease terms and move a business to Phoenix.

Come on down and write yourself into a beautiful home and choice office space.
-TF

Afraid you are missing the hot real estate market . . . again?

Latest national news is catching up with what we've know in Arizona for the past few months. Real estate is hot!

According to CNN, our home prices have risen 22.7% and the trend is moving up. We were fifth in the U.S. with a strong market uptick.This is the third quarter of growth and pundits are optimistic that the economic recovery is finally here.

Interest rates are still low, so now's the time to make your move. Combined with a 25% commercial vacancy rate, write a sharp deal on a beautiful home and bring your business to the Phoenix area!

-TF

Fun Facts: Peoria AZ Sees Population Lift-2%

Ted's Fun Facts:

• The City of Peoria (Arizona), namesake for the 1950 "settlers", who came here from Peoria, Illinois, grew by 2%.
• In Arizona, 96,000 people (2012) growth rate is expected per year.
• City of Buckeye is the 9th fastest growing city in the nation.
• The growth means a surge for business, building and services. So, now it's a good time to bring a business into the area.

-TF

Adventure Travel—Adult Summer Camp

Boomers have redefined everything that they touch. The next "big thing" is summer camp based on your passions and artistic expressions.

Two decades ago, the "City Slickers" movie starring Billy Crystal, the round up took on a new meaning as he and buddies attempted herding cattle. Hardly the Ritz, roughing it became the bragging rights attached to the experience.

Newer camps feature many choices:

• Ice skating
• Wine making and tasting
• Bird watching
• Music
• Boat building
• Writing
• Dance.

Wall Street Journal Columnist, Anne Tergesen, revealed this plethora for passions in the Encore section of the paper. An in-depth search can provide information based on your input.
Happy Camping!

-TF