Energy is high on the Obama administrations list of "To Do's" & so is this just another step towards incorporating energy inspections as part of the home inspection process to buy and sell a home. There are a lot of rebates being offered for green initiatives for conscientious home owners this year (see your tax advisor for more info on that) as well. This is an interesting article, I've shared the link below. Meanwhile if you want to know more about conducting an energy audit for your home at least here in AZ, drop me a line.
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/07/18/business/energy-environment/18codes.html
All the best!
Happy Fourth everyone! 233 remarkable years. The story of America still is young and just as her legacy will include both joy and sadness it inspires me to think of how the years will recap not only our own personal legacies but that of our profession. In the interest of brevity I'll avoid a lengthy essay but suffice it to say that while the history of what has come to become a "REALTOR" has indeed faced challenges for mere survival, I think it's a fair assessment to say that for every horror story we hear about our colleagues (unfortunately) there are at least 10 stories of satisfaction. REALTORs make great neighbors, community members, philanthropists, business people and friends. I'm proud to wear my REALTOR badge and grateful to be part of a profession that is so entrenched in the very fabric of America and in her greatness. Make it a safe one everyone!
Yesterday as I took the AZ 101 heading North in the West Valley I noticed an electronic high tech bill board structure was being constructed on the West Side of the highway just north of the Glendale Ave exit. (close to the University of Phoenix Stadium, home of the Cardinals and the Superbowl in 2008) It hadn't even occurred to me that the entire west valley loop of the 101 including as it curves to the NE by the Bell Corridor and up to the I-17 interchange there are no billboards! While some would argue that it's a much needed break from all the advertising we're forced to view on a daily basis I couldn't but feel just a bit of excitement. Wow, a billboard, another possible sign of growth amidst all the gloom and doom!
Today I spoke to a nice young man who is a mortgage broker. I've generally in the course of my real estate career sent more business to a mortgage banker vs. broker for a number of reasons including but not limited to "perceived lower cost" in terms of origination fees, in house processing etc. As the market has changed, especially the credit markets as well I thought I'd post this question to all of you - 1) in today's market would you rather work with a broker or banker and secondly what criteria or questions do you ask a new lending partner before sending them any business. Mine tend to be a little bit of shooting the breeze (build rapport, if there's no chemistry chances are we're not going to hit it off during a difficult transaction), I check to see who they've worked with (REALTORs) who I might know, how long in the business etc. Anyone of you got some mind blowing questions to use, I'd love to hear about them.
thanks! Happy 4th to all you lucky folks that get to take the weekend off - I will be staying back in the valley bracing the heat :(
serving greater Phoenix & Scottsdale with a special emphasis in Goodyear!
I'm attending this later today in Scottsdale...will tell you all about it. Basically a commentary of what has transpired on Wall St. that has led to the mess we're in today and the outlook for real estate at this time...stay tuned
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Uzi specializes in Residential Resale, New Home and Land sales in the Phoenix metropolitan area with an emphasis in the Palm Valley neighborhood sub-divisions in the West Valley city of Goodyear, AZ.
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I was 14 when I immigrated with my family from Pakistan. My father had a deep interest in Real estate which I've inherited. I moved to Scottsdale, AZ in 2001 and can't think of living anywhere else but the Valley of the Sun! I enjoy what I do and love to help others with a similar interest in Real Estate. Since getting my license in 2005 I have developed an impressive list of clients which include many first time home buyers, investors, builders and sellers. I have built a reputation of providing my clients unparalleled service and going the extra mile for them.
Prior to starting a career in real estate I co founded Total Programming Solutions (http://www.totalprogrammingsolutions.com/) a Software development, and web and graphics design firm in 2002 along with my husband and led the Business Development and Solutions Team. My experience also includes 8 years of business management experience including involvement in project teams for SIEBEL Systems CRM and other key technology initiatives with Fortune 100 companies including American Express and Target Corporation. I hold a MA in Communication from Barry University and a BA in International Relations from Florida International University.
Beyond Real Estate my interests are broad and include but are not limited to Tennis, Golf, Reading, Music, Travelling, Photography and serving our community at large. I have embraced opportunities to volunteer my time with various organizations around town including The Red Cross, St. Mary's Food Bank, The Cultural Cup Food Pantry as well as having the honor of serving the role of Public Relations Coordinator for The American Muslim Women's Association http://www.amwaaz.org/
My husband and I enjoy spending time at home entertaining our friends and family as well as enjoying dining around town. My husband Ali is a self proclaimed food critic and blogger at http://crediblyedible.blogspot.com/
Professionally I serve on the ALC Advisory board for Keller Williams Realty Professional Partners in Goodyear as well as in the capacity of a committee member for KW Cares. Additional Professional Affiliations listed below:
Member, Women's Council of REALTORS(R)
Member, Phoenix Association of REALTORS®
Member, Arizona Association of REALTORS®
Member, National Association of REALTORS®
Member, Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service
Although a resident of Palm Valley in Goodyear, AZ and based in the West Valley, Uzi serves clients throughout the valley including but not limited to the following areas:
Ahwatukee, Ancala, Anthem, Arrowhead Ranch, Avondale, Buckeye, Biltmore corridor, Carefree, Cave Creek, Chandler, Chandler Heights, DC Ranch, Desert Highlands, Desert Hills, Desert Ridge, El Mirage, Estrella Mountain Ranch, Fountain Hills, Garden Lakes, Gilbert, Glendale, Glenhurst, Goodyear, Grayhawk, Laveen, Litchfield Park, Litchfield Greens, Litchfield Vista Views, Madrid, Maricopa, Marley Park, Mazari Cove, McDowell Mountain Ranch, Mesa, New River, Optima Biltmore, Palm Valley, Paradise Valley, Peoria, Phoenix, Pinnacle Peak, Power Ranch, Queen Creek, Rainbow Valley, Rio Verde, Russel Ranch, Scottsdale, Silverleaf, Sundance, Surprise, Tatum Ranch, Tempe, Tolleson, Tramonto, Trilogy at Power Ranch, Trilogy at Vistancia, Troon, Troon North, Tuscan Hills, Verrado, Vistancia, Westwing Mountain, Youngtown, Maricopa County, and Pinal County.
Uzi continues to work with first-time buyers, move-up buyers and corporate relocation buyers as well as sellers with homes ranging from condos to luxury homes. Uzi enjoys the challenge of assisting buyers and sellers in finding unique properties, such as large families looking for 2 Masters, including finding the best lot and floor plan in a new construction sub-division, raw land or horse properties with acerage. Uzi has lent her expertise and negotiation skills successfully to several clients whom she has represented in purchasing resale properties as well as new home construction in Master planned communities throughout the valley. Uzi also has extensive experience in working with Sellers and negotiating the highest price for their homes in the least amount of time on market.
Uzi believes in staying abreast with the latest innovations in technology and marketing that would help her and her clients stay ahead of the curve in the ever competitive real estate arena. Always a student, Uzi is continously developing new strategies, and actively pursuing designations as well as real estate seminars in order to broaden her knowledge and expertise.
If you are actively considering buying or selling real estate or know someone who might benefit from having Uzi on her side, you must contact Uzi before making a decision as vital as the sale or purchase of one of the most important assets in your investment portfolio, your home.
"Thank You, you're paid far too little for what you do for me" - Active Investor, CA - Name withheld by request
"Sell Sell Sell, that's what you do best Uzi, thank you for a great job" - Ian, active investor, AZ
"We have full faith and trust in your abilities" - A. C. Chandler, AZ
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