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FHA 203k Loan- Helping buyers purchase their home in Arizona

11-18-08
Jay Otlewski

In this episode of The Phoenix Real Estate Advisor we interview one of our preferred loan officers. Shelley Martin from Suburban Mortgage discusses the facts about the FHA 203k Loan that allows the borrower to add repair costs into the first loan.

If you've considered buying a home that requires some work you owe it yourself to listen to this podcast. This program has helped a lot of people buy the home of their dreams at a lot less then they thought.

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If you have further questions you can contact Shellie direct at 602.751.8127 or me at 623.271.4234

Sun City Festival- Popular Questions I Get

11-17-08
Jay Otlewski

Here's a collection of the questions I most often receive from people about Sun CIty Festival. If you have others please don't hesitate to call me at 623.362.3060.

Ask me about how you can stay at the villas for FREE!

Q: How many Inventory homes do they have?

A: Approximatley 93 finished homes.

Q: What are the average prices of these inventory homes now, with the reductions?

  • 1372 sq ft - 1494 sq ft ..... $160's to the $190's
  • 1610 sq ft - 1816 sq ft ..... $200's to the $220's
  • 1960 sq ft - 2323 sq ft ..... $230's to the $250's
  • 2528 sq ft - 2849 sq ft ..... $350's to the $450's

Q: What is included in youe inventory homes?

  • All appliances including stainless refigerator
  • GE washer and dryer
  • 2″ wood window blinds
  • Extended tile floors
  • Surround sound pre-wire
  • Maple or Cherry cabinets
  • Granite Countertops

Q: How much will I pay to stay in a vaction villa to experience the lifestyle?

A: $69 per nigh through Jan 15th and $79 per night from Jan 16th till April 30th

Q: What do I get with my villa stay?

  • 2 bedroom home plus den
  • Fully furnished w/ big screen TV
  • $25 gift certificate to Indigo grill (1st time guests)
  • Drink tickets to happy hour
  • Golf cart in garage to use while here
  • Access to recreation center and pools, golf and indigo Grill and Restaurant

Q: What are the fees at Copper Canyon Course?

  • $45 residents fee (all golf includes cart and range balls)
  • $2,000 flex pass (50 rounds @$40 per round)
  • Unlimited golf ($3,000 one person) and ($5,000 for two)

Q: Why Sun City Fesitval over all other active adult communities?

  • Voted best active adult recreation center nationwide by teh National Builders Association
  • Only $95/mo HOA dues which includes Cox basic cable
  • All homes include granite, SS appliances, 18 by 18 tile, pull-out shelves, energy efficient low-E windows, post-tension foundations and newer homes therefore newer technology.

Q: How many homes will there be in Sun City Festival at build-out?

A: 7,200 homes with 3 recreation centers and 2 golf courses when complete.

Q: What's new in ‘09 at Sun City Festival?

A: 5 new model homes currently under construction

Q: Can the residents at the neighborhood across the street (Foothills) use the facilities on teh active adult side?


A: NO_ The recreation centers and pools are exclusive to the active adult side and connot be shared, although the golf course and restaurant are open to the public.

Staging a home to sell for more money!

11-11-08
Jay Otlewski

In this episode of the Phoenix Real Estate Advisor we talk to Renee from Staged by Renee. After her last interview we received several calls about staging a home and she agreed to come back.

You'll hear about using your own furnishings or hers, living her a staged home while it's for sale, are staging experts licensed, why stage a home right away and more.

To listen to the podcast click here!



For more information about real estate please visit www.valleyREadvisor.com or simply give me a call at 623.362.3060.

Phoenix Real Estate Market Update for October

11-04-08
Jay Otlewski

In this weeks episode of the Phoenix Real Estate Advisor I review the market conditions for the month of October vs. September. Tis includes home sales, days on market, average sales price and more.



I use MLS statistics to inform you on two fronts-one for the Phoenix metro area and the other for my specific market area, the northwest valley. You'll be interested in hearing the changes in our market over th last couple months so please listen to this podcast and then give me your feedback.

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Remember you can always reach me at 623.271.4234 or email me at Jay@valleyREadvisor.com if you have other real estate questions.

PrimeLending Group talks about mortgages!

10-29-08
Jay Otlewski

Today I interview the guys from PrimeLending Group from Scottsdale, Arizona about the mortgage industry. Mike and Jeremy spent a little time today following up on the lending industry.

In this episode we cover topics such as How to get started with a mortgage, What are some of the cost to obtaining a mortgage, How long will it take to get my pre-approval and why should a buyer get pre-approved before they start looking.



To listen to this weeks podcast please use the link below-

http://www.valleyreadvisor.com/podcast.asp



As always if you have further questions please feel free to contact me at 623.271.4234 or email me at Jay@valleyREadvisor.com.