Real Estate and Beyond Blog

Little Big Town  Buckeye Arizona

Buckeye may be growing, with a population of more than 20,000, it hasn't lost is small town appeal. 

Some community events include; Country fest, Pioneer Days, Rodeos and Fourth of July. 

High School

High School: Buckeye Union High School

Mascot:  Buckeye Hawks

Colors: Blue & Gold

902 Eason Ave

623-386-4423

School Website: http://buhsd.org/ (district website)

Utilities

List of utility service providers: Click Here

Activities

Close to many outdoor activities like hiking, dirt bike riding, shooting ranges, and golf. 

Buckeye offers additional recreation specific to age; adult, teen, and kids.  Click here to download a Summer Activity Brochure and for Spring 2010. 

Summer Reading for Kids at the Public Library!  Click here to sign up

Small Town in Big City - The Power Ranch Community in Gilbert, Arizona

Designed with thoughtfulness, Power Ranch Community provides a small town feel with all the amenities of a big city.

Power Ranch is a master planned community, located in Gilbert, Arizona.  11 neighborhoods make up this community, and each has its own park where you can play sports, host pick-nicks, and have fun outdoors. 

A few of the recreational perks include, catch and release fishing lakes, clubhouses, swimming pools, play pools, playgrounds, basketball courts, volleyball courts, and so much more.

The enjoyable atmosphere of this community was created through the use of tree lined streets, acres of open space and green belts, and of course, lush vegetation.  Each of the 11 neighborhoods even features its own theme!  Here are three, for example;

• The Mountain View Neighborhood- Sissoo trees and Petite Pink Oleander shrubs
• The Groves Neighborhood - Velvet Mesquite trees and Chihuahan Sage shrubs
• The Vineyards Neighborhood- Evergreen Elm Trees and Silvery Cassia shrubs

An active community for both adults and children Power Ranch was built with hottest and newest sporting and recreational equipment.  For adults they included turf sports fields, BBQ grills, horseshoe pits, three mile walking loop, and diving pools.  For children; seesaws, swings, climbing walls, play pools, spring riders, and of course, lots of grass to run and play.

As you can see, Power Ranch put a lot of focus in creating a community for people to get together and enjoy healthy, fun, activities. The area is stunning, full of life, and has a hometown feel.  It's the perfect way to forget you are in a city as large as Phoenix (5^th largest in the nation).  That doesn't mean this area is lacking city appeal.  Hop in the car for a quick drive down the road and find tons of shopping, movie theaters, restaurants, and Down Town Gilbert. 

Opportunity is abound for those who wish to live in the community of Power Ranch.  Homes are available for sale and rent, including single family homes, condos, lofts, and multiplexes.  Feel free to contact me for more information about this area.  You may also visit my website for more information about Phoenix real estate. 

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A Growing Population in Gilbert, Arizona

IN THE BEGGINING -

Located in the Phoenix Metropolis, the city was incorporated on July 6, 1920.  This is considered quite young compared to other American cities.  It has experienced huge growth spurts over the last 30 years.  The management, of this city, has been nationally recognized as one of the best!  The city itself provides a wholesome way of life for their citizens.  It is an excellent place to relocate for both residential and business purposes.  The city was once known as the "Hay Capital of the World", during the early part of the 20^th Century.  It started off as a farming community, like most small cities, across America.

TODAY'S CITY -

It has been continually, one of the fastest growing cities, in America. It has grown into a modern city over these past 30 years. In 1980, it had a population barely over 5,700.  Today, the population is well over 210,000 people.  The city has developed a thriving business community, while maintaining the high quality of life desired by Americans.

GILBERT OF TOMORROW -

City officials continue to make the right decisions, keeping up a growth expansion. They want to to provide a great way of life for businesses, and residents, throughout the up comming years, in order to conintue having a growing population. 

COMMUNITY PROJECTS AID IN THE CITIES GROWTH:

• Polar ice skating facility
• Big league dreams baseball facility
• City of Gilbert's continued investment in the Heritage District 

ACTIVITIES IN THIS GROWING CITY: 

SAN TAN VILLAGE - Shop until you drop in over 100 different stores.  At your convenience, enjoy a nice meal at one of the many restaurants, or sit back and relax at the movies.  People flock from miles around to enjoy it.  www.shopsantanvillage.com

HERITAGE DISTRICT - A great experience with shops, restaurants, and businesses in one, close, vicinity.  It marks the official Gilbert town site from its inception to this day.    www.ci.gilbert.az.us/photogallery/pages/downtown.cfm

HALE CENTRE THEATER-It is the longest ever running, privately owned and operated theater company in America. It really is a great way to experience a night on the town with quality entertainment. Enjoy a part of history in downtown Gilbert, Arizona. www.hhaletheatrearizona.com

GILBERT TOWN SQUARE-This part of town allows people to enjoy retail shopping, restaurants and a huge 14-screen megaplex theater to enjoy the latest movies from Hollywood. restaurants.  www.gilberttownsquare.com

GILBERT DAYS-This is a three day celebration in the month of that identifies the paving of Gilbert Road through downtown. The entire family will enjoy Gilbert Days. Come enjoy food, music and people all in one place. There is a Rodeo that takes place during this celebration.  

CENTRAL TRAIL SYSTEM-Gilbert has built on of the best outdoor facilities here in the Great Phoenix Metropolitan area. One can enjoy horse trails, bike trails, running and walking trails and much more. One can walk along the peaceful canal. Exercise is a big part of Gilbert, Arizona.  www.azcentral.com/arizonarepublic/local/articles/0730evbikepedplan30.html?&wired

FREESTONE SKATE PARK - From the novice in-line skater to the extreme skateboarder, Gilbert's 22,000 sq. ft. skate park offers features that accommodate all skill levels. The skate park located in Freestone Park offers free, non-supervised skating to visitors.  www.ci.gilbert.az.us/eservices/parks/default.cfm

FREESTONE PARK - This park offers a great place for families to enjoy BBQs, picnics, ball fields, sport courts, a train, batting cages, walking areas, playgrounds and much more. Come enjoy Gilbert, Arizona. www.ci.gilbert.az.us/parks/popups/freestone-park.cfm

Major Sports Events includes Arizona Cardinals, Phoenix Coyotes, Cactus Leaugue Baseball and Phoenix International Raceway.

Does this sound like the city for you?  There are many homes for sale and rent, including condos, townhomes, single family residence, apartments, and multi-plex units.  Click Here to search for homes in this area.  Feel free to contact me for more information about this city.  harry@deliateam.com 602-956-0432 ask for Harry D'Elia.

  7 STEPS TO BECOMING ROCK STAR REALTOR

I will be writing a seven part series on becoming a rock star Realtor in today's marketplace. There are over one million Realtors in America. That is a lot of Realtors in one country to me. How is there enough real estate to sell? However, more and more people are entering this field for the following reasons:

• Create your own destiny
• Flexible work schedule
• Great money rewards for working hard
• Network with many different kinds of people
• Own your book of business
• Investing in real estate

Real estate is a contact sport. That means a Realtor has to communicate with his/her clients. One cannot be shy to talk with people. Otherwise, you might want to stop right here. However, I am here to assist you in becoming a Rock Star Realtor. Here are the Seven Stages To Becoming a Rock Star Realtor:

1. Obtain Real Estate License
2. Join An Existing Team To Be Mentored
3. Using The Right Tools
4. Branding You
5. Doing The Deals
6. Create and Maintain a Budget
7. Rainmaker-Set Up Your Own Team

 ROCK STAR REALTOR

STEPS 1: OBTAINING REAL ESTATE LICENSE

The first step will be the longest step in becoming a Rock Star Realtor. Yes, we have to be licensed to sell real estate in America. What does that entail? Here is what you will need to obtain your license in the state of Arizona:

• Complete 90 hour real estate course
• Pass the school examination
• All classes completed in six month term
• Pass the state examination
• Boot-camp certification
• Apply for your Arizona license

STEPS TO ACTIVATE YOUR ARIZONA LICENSE

• Prelicensure Education Certificate received from the school
• 3 Thompson Prometric Examination Score Reports
• Original Licensure Questionnaire from The School.
• Fingerprints on an ADRE approved fingerprint card (Click here for Fingerprinting Schedule)
• "Bootcamp" completion certificate (Introduction to Contract Writing) (Click here for "Bootcamp" Schedule)
• To obtain an active license you must also present a hiring form (L.I. 202 Salesperson/Associate Broker change form) provided by your broker. Your broker may obtain this form from the A.D.R.E. website at www.azre.gov
• ADRE licensing fee is $164.00

Which school do I attend? Personally, I recommend the Arizona School of Real Estate and Businesslocated in downtown Scottsdale, AZ. They offer the following time schedules to do the 90 hour real estate course:

• 12 Day Accelerated Program   Scottsdale Only
• 3-Week Program (two Options)
• 6-Week Program (three Options)
• 9-Day "Crash" Program
• Weekend Program   Scottsdale Only
• Class Locations in Both Scottsdale and Gilbert

I would recommend on obtaining the following tools to take the 90 hour real estate course:

• Pens
• Pencils
• Ruler
• HP12C calculator
• Folders
• Writing pads
• Multicolor highlighters
• Case of water
• Snacks for class
• CD to review previous exams

One must put the time in to attending the classes and studying for the school and state exam. I would highly recommend to form a study group during classes. There are always safety in numbers. Plus, everyone can keep each other accountable to all pass together. 

CONGRATULATIONS! YOU ARE NOW A FULL TIME REALTOR AFTER COMPLETING ENTIRE STEP 1

Now, you are ready to go to STEP TWO: JOIN A TEAM TO BE MENTORED FOR TWO YEARS

Picking Real Estate Pros Is for the Dogs
When Candy Spelling, the widow of legendary Hollywood producer Aaron Spelling, decided to sell her home, she let her dog pick out the real estate professional for the job.

Spelling asked her security service to bring her beloved Wheaten Terrier Madison in each time she met a candidate and watched how the dog reacted. If Madison did not respond pleasantly, she took the individual off the list.

Sally Forster Jones, an associate with Coldwell Banker Previews International in Beverly Hills, was the winner. She will co-list the 56,500-square-foot mansion, known as "The Manor" in the exclusive Holmby Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles, for $150 million, making it the most expensive house on the market in the U.S.

Both Spelling and Jones told the Associated Press that they are unsure how many rooms the 56,500 square feet, three-story mansion has.

Source: The Associated Press, Alex Veiga (03/27/2009)

Comments: The article referenced above shows that real estate has gone to the dogs. It is amazing how people pick their real estate agent. How does one pick a Realtor? Who do they call? Purchasing a home is the biggest investment in ones life. Plus, many more people are investing in real estate as an alternative investment to Wall Street. Here are some questions when interviewing a Realtor:

1. Please tell me about your experience including educational and professional.
2. How long have you been in the business?
3. What was your sales volume in the last three years?
4. Do you have your own radio show?
5. Do you own your own home or rent?
6. How many rental properties do you currently own?
7. Do you think real estate is a great investment?
8. Do you have your own web site?
9. Please give me the top three view points on the Stimulus Package that was just approved by our President?
10. Is real estate your only profession?

These are just a few questions when seeking a real estate professional.

Real Estate and Beyond Network. if you need further information, please feel free to contact me- Harry F. D'Elia Founder of Real Estate and Beyond, LLC office number 602-956-0432 or E-mail me directly at harry@deliateam.com.

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 TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS. HERE TO SERVE WITH A SMILE.

Phoenix, AZ, will be hosting another live real estate auction at the beginning of August. There will be over 200 homes being auctioned. I am very well versed when it comes to representing people at auctions. The Real Estate and Beyond Network is in motion. The Lending Company and another private money resource will be supplying the financing for their venue. Please read below on how to make money at auctions.

Exploring Real Estate Auctions

There are times when the traditional way of selling real estate is too slow. Life goes on for people who are facing divorce, unemployment, health issues, and other challenges. One must sell their property in a rapid amount of time. One will see that the vultures come out offering pennies on the dollar for a troubled homeowner. One solution is selling the property at auction. It is proven that auctions do work for sellers. It is quick, efficient and one has the possibility of obtaining the highest price possible. 

Real estate auction companies do a great job on promoting the one to four day event in print, television, Internet and other lines of advertising in order to attract the highest amount of qualified buyers to bid on the properties. These are all cash deals with no contingencies and assurances from the seller. The home is sold AS-IS.   

It has been my research that Real Estate Auctions are the fastest growing trend in real estate industry.  Auctions are becoming the first choice for sellers of all types of real estate since everyone wants the cash in the most expedient manner. Would you believe that over 60 billion dollars worth of real estate is sold at auction in the United States on annual basis? The National Association of realtors has predicted that by the year 2010 that 30% of all real estate transactions will be conducted through auctions.

 Auctions vs. Traditional listings

 Three Types of Auctions:

1.      Absolute Auction: There is no minimum bid required. The real estate is sold to the highest bidder.

2.      Minimum Bid Auction: Seller sets minimum bid for the real estate. If the minimum bid is not met, then the seller is not obligated to sell. Seller and highest bidder can meet in private to work things out if possible. Auction still gets paid for that service.

3.      Reserve Auction: Allows seller to reserve the right to accept or reject the highest bid within a 72-hour spam of time. Seller is not obligated to sell to the highest bidder. Seller may not have set price in mind.

Benefits for the Seller to sell property at an Auction:

• Get the highest amount for the property since buyers compete against one another. People do not like to lose so they end up over bidding. Emotions take over the common sense side of the business. The auction creates excitement at the same time. 
• The auction is fast and delivers immediate results properties close within 30 days. It provides quick losings for the seller. Auctions have the marketing down to the science to bring large crowed.
• he starting price is low leaving it to the auctioneer to start driving up the price as people bid against each other. The auction sells properties for much more than was expected by the seller.
• The carrying cost of the property is decreased compared to traditional listing since the property is sold 30 days after auction. These costs included the following: taxes, utilities, insurance, landscaping, etc.
• Property is being sold AS-IS. This is a huge advantage to the seller. Seller and buyer waive all contingencies on the property.
• Seller is able to accept their bottom price at auction. The minimum bid is set before the auction date.
• Seller is always in control of his/her property. This eliminates negotiations between seller and buyer in a traditional real estate method. This method takes time and money.
• An Auction company will walk a seller from A to Z through the entire process including at closing.

Benefits for Buyers to Purchase at Auction:

• Buyer is setting own market Market Value on property at purchase. Buyer is not relying on realtor or appraiser to set the price. 
• Avoids long negotiations between Seller and Buyer. One can have it NOW. Most auctions last less than two hours depending on number of properties that day. 
• Auctions set a level playing field for every buyer. The highest bidder wins. 
• Auctions allow ample time for buyers to review property and do any research on the property so one is prepared at auction. One should only bid to their maximum. A bidder must avoid getting caught up in the moment. Common sense must prevail at Auction and not one's emotions.    

How does one prepare for an Auction as a buyer?

Buyers must come prepared to the auction knowing what one is willing to pay for a piece of real estate. One must take emotions out of the equation. One must do their homework to be fully educated and prepared to roll out a decision at auction.

Here are my personal recommendations when preparing for auction:

• Hire a realtor who specializes in real estate investments.
• Request Bidder's Package from auction or visit web site. The package will include the following such as rules of engagement at auction, any inspection reports, title, zoning concerns, and required deposits, any available financing and closing expectations.
• Realtor will conduct a true comparative marketing analysis on each property that a buyer will bid on. This avoids the buyer over bidding on a property.
• Physically inspect the property to tally up repairs needed to the property along with any other facts on the property. These costs must be considered when bidding on a property.
• Attend a few auctions to become comfortable with the process. Observe other people's actions. The Real Estate and Beyond Network is here to assist you in this process.

Conclusion

The real estate auction method of buying and selling real estate is growing at a rapid rate as demonstrated in this article. A buyer must not be overtaken by speed and emotion present at auction. Hiring a Realtor is there to provide a truly business transaction and save one from acting on emotions. Real estate bargains do not come easy at the auction. One must do the homework and be prepared at auction to snap up the bargain.

Please review the advantages listed above for both sellers and buyers at real estate auctions. The seller has the overall advantage at auction if one is not prepared. They are hired by the seller to obtain the highest price for the real estate being offered at the auction. The auction company gets paid when the property closes. So, they have the seller's best interest in mind.

The Real Estate and Beyond Network is fully prepared to represent bidders at auction. The entire Network is on the bidders side. Please listen to the weekly Real Estate and Beyond Radio Show each Saturday on KKNT 960AM from 12-2PM Phoenix time. Host Harry D'Elia discusses how to truly invest in real estate. Please visit the team web site at www.deliateam.com.

About the author: Harry F. D'Elia III is the Founder and CEO of Real Estate and Beyond. Host of the popular Real Estate and Beyond radio show hosted each Saturday from 12-2PM Phoenix time on KKNT 960 AM. Harry continues to assist people in building their wholesale residential portfolio one home at a time. Please visit www.DeliaTeam.com for further detail or call at 480-303-1800. Make the Call, Set the Plan and Do the Deal$.

 GRAND CANYON STATE!

Everybody in Arizona wish they would announce the official bottom of the market so we can get on with your lives. I host a weekly radio show called "Real Estate and Beyond." I have predicted the bottom of the real estate market will hit us on August 24, 2009. It is a great guess. However, it seems we are getting close to the date. Will it come true?

The Sunday paper had an article about the Arizona economy. They are indicating that it will get worse before it gets better. We have a Republican Governor who wants to raise taxes to satisfy the state budget. We have a budget short fall. This has hit national press. We have record level job losses and investors conitnue to purchase bank owned properties. Primary home buyers are being priced out of the market or the buyer is unable to qualify for the loan.

When do you predict we will hit the bottom of the real estate market? Mine is August 24, 2009.

I am originally from Buffalo, NY. I had to go back to Buffalo to bury my Mom this year. It was a sad time for me. However, I brought my entire family. This was the first time my family has been to Buffalo. Well, my son spots a Tim Horton's Doughnut shop once we got on the road. So, we had to make the stop. I was back home with a real doughnut. MMMMMMMMMM and the coffee is out of this world.

There are three things that come out of Buffalo:

1. Chicken Wings
2. Beef and Weck
3. Tim Horton's Doughnuts-from Canada into US

 TAKING OVER NEW YORK CITY.

                                               NO THANK YOU! 

It was announced in the New York Times that 13 Tim Horton's Doughnut shops will be opening up in the New York City area. New Yorkers love their Dunkin Donuts. It will be interesting to see how things play out in the Big Apple. PLAY NICE!

DO YOU THINK TIM HORTON'S WILL SURVICE IN NEW YOUR CITY?

 I CANNOT DRIVE 55!

Oscar Meyer was chairman of the Oscar Mayer processed meats empire. Everyone knows how to spell Oscar Mayer Hot Dog from their favorite commercials. All Americans love hot dogs. I love hot dogs and beans myself. Baseball, hot dogs and apple pie is America. However, the beloved chairman had one request before he died: NO WEINERMOBILE AT HIS FUNERAL BECAUSE IT WOULD DRAW TOO MUCH ATTENTION

Another American Icon has died. The hot dog will forever live on throughout generations. Pass the ketchup please