I stumbled across a great website today while searching for non-commercial links to add to some Localism Sponsored Communities.
From their "About Us" page:
"ShowUp.com is the resource for what's happening in theaters, museums, and outdoor venues throughout Greater Phoenix. The goal is to supply a comprehensive calendar of events, bringing together into a single convenient online site information that was, previously, scattered or not readily available at all. ShowUp.com lets you click or browse to find performances and exhibitions, classes and workshops, venues and artists. It even provides information about discount tickets (last-minute and otherwise). ShowUp.com tells you what's showing up on stages and at cultural destinations, providing you with date, time, and even maps - so all you have to do is Show Up."
I notice that they are networked with similar sites for cities in Texas, Colorado, Michigan, North Dakota, North Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, California, Indiana and Utah. Definitely worth a look!
Verrado is one of the premier master planned communities in the "Valley of the Sun".
Located west of Phoenix in the foothills of the White Tank Mountains, just three miles north of I-10 which links Phoenix to Southern California, the community presents unique floor plans in townhome and single family residential living.
A great example of the new "Home Town America" environment!
A view looking west down Main Street in the Verrado® Community. In the background you can see the tower at the Raven Golf Club.
Bashas Main Street Market in the Verrado® Community.
Bank of America in the Verrado® Community on Main Street
CVS Pharmacy on Main Street in the Verrado® Community
GRAZIE Pizzeria and Wine Bar on Main Street in the Verrado® Community
Verrado Community Assembly & Association Offices.
Mokarabia Coffee Bar on Main Street in the Verrado® Community
Main Squeeze Juice and Smoothies on Main Street in the Verrado® Community
Verrado Village Sport and Health Club in the Verrado® Community
The Verrado® Community is located due west of Phoenix on I-10 at Exit 120 / Verrado Way
I always encourage Sellers to have a Home Inspection at time of listing their property to discover any lurking show-stoppers so that they can be remedied or disclosed prior to an accepted offer from a Buyer.
I came across the following which devotes 59 pages to the topic with both humor/cartoons and key facts for Sellers to be aware of in this - or any - market.
This book is freely available for all licensed real estate agents to use - see http://www.nachi.org/sellyourhome
"This book may be linked to and re-printed in its entirety by any licensed real estate agent. Written permission is not required by licensed real estate agents."
Moving house for any reason is high on the top ten list for inducing stress. Being able to CHOOSE the REALTOR® you work with can go a long way to reducing that stress. Corporate Relocation companies know this, and although they typically don't proactively suggest it, they all have a mechanism in place to allow the transferee to CHOOSE the REALTOR® to assist them with their Corporate Relocation.
Here's how it works.
Relocation companies receive a referral fee from the Broker or Brokers assigned by the Relocation company to assist the "corporate relocatee" with the purchase of a home at their destination, or with the sale of their current home at their point of origin.
As long as the REALTOR® you want to work with agrees to the referral fee to the Relocation company, the Relocation company is perfectly happy to allow you to make that choice. They will talk with the chosen REALTOR® to ensure the REALTOR® has sufficient experience and competence to successfully assist you, but beyond that, it's smooth sailing.
As it almost always is, it's about the money. The referral fee paid by the Broker is part of the corporate relocation package financial equation. So - if you are about to embark on a Corporate Relocation, and have a REALTOR® that you want to work with (for sale or purchase), advise your Relocation Counselor. The Relocation Counselor wants to make your move as smooth and stress free as possible.
Are you being relocated to the Phoenix Metro area and want to work with The Marriott Group at Keller Williams Realty Professional Partners? Advise your Relocation Counselor to contact us. We're listed on the Worldwide ERC (Employee Relocation Council) website. Here is a link to our contact information.
I've noticed a disturbing correlation between the use of stealth sites and "top producing agent" status.
What impact are the stealth sites having on the total production of those that use them?
Isn't a totally "stealth" site in violation of NAR's REALTOR Code of Ethics at a minimum?
Standard of Practice 12-5
Standard of Practice 12-9
Isn't a totally "stealth" site flat out illegal in some states?
What does that say about those that use them?
Can't they be successful on a level playing field with the law abiding, ethical REALTORS?
Do they think that the rules don't apply to them?
Without their "stealth" sites would they drop off the map as a "top producer"?
What does it say to their prospective clients about the integrity clients can expect if they work with them?
If the brokerage information is clearly and prominently displayed on each page of the website - without having to scroll down to see it - then it's in compliance. But that kind of takes the "stealth" out of "stealth" - doesn't it?
Someone - please enlighten me as to how Stealth Sites can be legal, ethical and effective.
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Haven Express - Your Perfect Move! Tony Marriott, ABR, ABRM, ASP, CNHS, CRB, CRS, e-PRO, GRI, RECS, RFS, SRES, TRC, Phoenix Association of Realtors President's Award 2003 and 2005, Member of ERC.
Tony has long been a market leader in the Greater Phoenix Metropolitan area due to his commitment to serving his clients and his use of technology to meet the needs of today’s home buyers and sellers. His website at www.HavenExpress.com is a top consumer resource for people either relocating to the Valley of the Sun or moving to a new home within the area. Tony and his wife Suzanne, both Associate Brokers, together lead Haven Express at Keller Williams Realty Professional Partners. Tony and Suzanne Marriott's combined professional experience includes over 20 years of Fortune 100 management and executive level positions in Sales, Marketing, Relationship Management, Quality Improvement and Technology Development. They have dedicated their skills and knowledge to providing the very best customer experience for real estate transactions in Maricopa County and Pinal County Arizona. Their focus on excellence has been recognized by the Arizona Association of REALTORS® conferring the status of Master of Real Estate, and by the Phoenix Association of REALTORS® 2003 and 2005 President's Award. PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS & DESIGNATIONS
Phoenix Association of REALTORS® President's Award 2003 & 2005
Master of Real Estate Society
ABR - Accredited Buyer Representative
ABRM - Accredited Buyer Representative Manager
ASP - Accredited Staging Professional
CLHMS - Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
CNHS - Certified New Home Specialist
CRS - Certified Residential Specialist
CRB - Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager
e-PRO - Internet Professional Certification
GRI - Graduate REALTOR® Institute
RECS - Real Estate Cyber Specialist
SRES - Seniors Real Estate Specialist
TRC – Trannational Referral Certification
One America: At Home with Diversity Certification
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Phoenix Association of REALTORS®
Arizona Association of REALTORS®
National Association of REALTORS®
Council of Real Estate Brokerage Managers
Council of Residential Specialists
Real Estate Buyers Agent Council
Seniors Advantage Real Estate Council
Employers Relocation Council
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Rotary International
Children's Miracle Network
Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
West Valley Child Crisis Center
If making "Your Perfect Move" is important to you, then be certain to contact Haven Express today!
Haven Express serves the entire Valley including Ahwatukee, Anthem, Apache Junction, Arrowhead Ranch, Avondale, Buckeye, Carefree, Cave Creek, Chandler, Chandler Heights, Corte Bella, DC Ranch, Desert Highlands, Desert Hills, Desert Ridge, El Mirage, Estrella Mountain Ranch, Fountain Hills, Gilbert, Glendale, Glenhurst, Gold Canyon, Goodyear, Grayhawk, Lagos Vistoso, Laveen, Litchfield Park, McDowell Mountain Ranch, Mesa, New River, Palm Valley, Paradise Valley, Pebble Creek, Peoria, Phoenix, Pinnacle Peak, Power Ranch, Queen Creek, Rainbow Valley, Rio Verde, Scottsdale, Silverleaf, Sun City, Sun City West, Sun Groves, Sun Lakes, Sundance, Surprise, Tatum Ranch, Tempe, Tolleson, Tramonto, Trilogy at Power Ranch, Trilogy at Vistancia, Troon, Troon North, Tuscan Hills, Verrado, Vistancia, Westwing Mountain, Wittman, Youngtown, Maricopa County, and Pinal County.
Tony works with first-time buyers, move-up buyers and corporate relocation buyers as well as sellers with homes ranging from condos to luxury homes. Tony also specializes in assisting buyers and sellers with unique needs, such as Seniors and those looking to purchase new construction, raw land or horse properties.
Tony specializes in helping Buyers purchase New Construction in Master Planned Communities throughout the valley, as well as working with Buyer and Sellers to successfully negotiate the "best possible deal" on resale properties.
Haven Express serves the entire Valley including Ahwatukee, Anthem, Apache Junction, Arrowhead Ranch, Avondale, Buckeye, Carefree, Cave Creek, Chandler, Chandler Heights, Corte Bella, DC Ranch, Desert Highlands, Desert Hills, Desert Ridge, El Mirage, Estrella Mountain Ranch, Fountain Hills, Gilbert, Glendale, Glenhurst, Gold Canyon, Goodyear, Grayhawk, Lagos Vistoso, Laveen, Litchfield Park, McDowell Mountain Ranch, Mesa, New River, Palm Valley, Paradise Valley, Pebble Creek, Peoria, Phoenix, Pinnacle Peak, Power Ranch, Queen Creek, Rainbow Valley, Rio Verde, Scottsdale, Silverleaf, Sun City, Sun City West, Sun Groves, Sun Lakes, Sundance, Surprise, Tatum Ranch, Tempe, Tolleson, Tramonto, Trilogy at Power Ranch, Trilogy at Vistancia, Troon, Troon North, Tuscan Hills, Verrado, Vistancia, Westwing Mountain, Wittman, Youngtown, Maricopa County, and Pinal County.
Tony Marriott, a member of the Phoenix Association of REALTORS® is a member in good standing of the MRE (Master of Real Estate) Society of the Arizona Association of REALTORS®. Criteria to belong to this Society within the Arizona Association of REALTORS® is: Additionally, the criteria must be met every two years to maintain active in the Society. Membership recognizes the individual's dedication to excellence through professional education and commitment to staying abreast of the latest real estate regulations and practices. Only members on the REALTOR® organization may belong to this Society. Minimum educational requirements to renew a real estate license in the state of Arizona is 24 hours of continuing education every two years. This individual has far exceeded the minimum. Less than two percent of REALTORS® in Arizona belong to this elite Society.
"More than Exceptional!"
My experience with The Marriott Group was more than exceptional. I had very little time to preview homes. I met with you to tell you exactly what I was looking for. I would receive daily MLS listings of properties that met my requirements. If a property looked interesting, you would preview the home for me and take additional pictures. The service was so good, I referred three of my colleagues (two of which have already purchased homes). Thanks for all of your hard work and dedication to finding me the perfect home!
David K., Scottsdale, AZ
"You found the solution to a difficult situation"
"We were truly between a rock and a hard spot, until you helped us find the solution to a difficult situation."
"Due to the economy faltering we found ourselves in the difficult situation of having a business loan in addition to our first mortgage, and did not know how we could sell our house without bringing cash that we didn't have to the closing table. Your knowledge of options available that are not widely advertised by lenders enabled us to sell the home and clear both encumbrances with no cash out of pocket."
"We both want you to know how much we appreciate all you have done for us, and when the economy improves, hope to use your services again to purchase a new home. Until then, we will be sending you referrals!"
"Names Withheld By Request - Scottsdale, AZ"
"Our Eyes and Ears!" "Thank You for being our Eyes and Ears during the building and purchase of our new Anthem, AZ home!" "It made all the difference in the world to have someone on-site who could take photographs of the plumbing and electrical BEFORE the walls went up so that we would know where to avoid drilling when hanging pictures, etc." "Your market knowledge and knowing the right questions to ask of the builder's salesperson saved us $6,000 as the buyer incentive for that specific lot had been overlooked until your involvement!" "Ken and Audrey S., Golden, CO" "Why we chose you!" "We chose you to sell our home because you were the most interested in selling it!" "We interviewed several of the top agents in the Phoenix marketplace, and of the two finalists, we chose you due to your professional presentation, your keen interest in helping us sell our home for the price we needed in the time we wanted, and being consistently "on time"." "We were very happy to find a Realtor (you) who took the time to listen to us and our concerns, and who was prepared to deliver on all that was promised." "Thank you for all your assistance in making this a perfect move for us!" "Bob and Nancy P., Phoenix, AZ" "Thanks for saving me over $4,000!" "Thanks for saving me over $4,000 on a home that had all the features I was looking for!" "It had been some time since I had purchased a home, so the process was essentially brand new to me. You showed me how to keep money in my pocket by helping me structure the offer to include a Home Warranty, appliances and a $3,000 price reduction!" "Thank You for all your help!" "Randy L., Phoenix, AZ"
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