ASU wants Goodyear to build new campus in SW Valley

I'd love to hear your thoughts on this one...

ASU wants Goodyear to build new campus in SW Valley

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Valley home prices holding steady

Valley home prices holding steady

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I heard something pretty poignant the other day that made me chuckle...it's ironic that usually in a "buyer's market" buyer's are not buying. They actually wait till prices start going up! If you think about it, that's not a convention we apply when it comes to any other purchase in our lives so why do we do that for real estate. I really hope those who are inclined or have a need to buy a home, or sell a home, aren't waiting on the fences any longer. Especially first time home buyers. There's a lot of money to be left on the table and I don't know about you but I like to get in on the sale not a bidding war because of the old supply demand axiom working in the favor of the seller!

Uzi Husain, Realtor, Goodyear Palm Valley resident, Certified Short Sale Negotiator, serving Phoenix, Scottsdale and the surrounding cities since 2005

Single-family home building rises for 5th month

Single-family home building rises for 5th month

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Here in the west Valley, we're definitely seeing New Build projects once again. From Avondale and Goodyear to Laveen, from north Scottsdale and Phoenix to east Mesa and Gilbert, each day my inbox is full of announcements for a new development's grand opening. Seems Maracay and Richmond American Homes are most active amongst the new builds here in Maricopa County.

Have a great day!
Uzi Husain, REALTOR(R), Palm Valley Goodyear resident: serving greater Phoenix, Scottsdale and the surrounding valley cities since 2005.

Where to see wildlife, from elk to tarantulas

Where to see wildlife, from elk to tarantulas

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This post couldn't have been more timely...I just got a new D-SLR & I was thinking about going up to Sedona, visiting the various zoo's in the valley, possible day trip to Tucson and maybe even Desert Botanical Gardens for some shutterbug activity time - I can't wait. Stay tuned, I'll post the pictures as I take em

Watch Indians' Rookie League games at Goodyear Ballpark

Football Season is just around the corner but for BaseBall fans in Goodyear, here's some great news to catch games at the new Goodyear Ballpark on Estrella Pkwy just south of Yuma.

I think I'm craving a hot dog!

Watch Indians' Rookie League games at Goodyear Ballpark

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Uzi Husain, REALTOR
Goodyear resident, proudly serving the metro Phoenix/Scottsdale and surrounding cities since 2005

Bashas' seeks to shut 14 more stores in state

Bashas' seeks to shut 14 more stores in state

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Sad indeed - the new Bashas on Pebblecreek pkwy in Goodyear is a beautiful store with a nice gourmet selection of cheeses and other items. The food court has a great variety. I wish they'd reconsider. All the best to all the families and folks who will be affected by these store closings.

Uzi Husain, REALTOR
Goodyear resident, specializing in Palm Valley & Serving Metro Phoenix/Scottsdale & the surrounding cities since 2005!

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Plan to extend Loop 202 mulled

Plan to extend Loop 202 mulled

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Folks living in Laveen would have to wait until 2017 before construction for this highway ever becomes a reality. Now, my personal opinion is that if they are going to build then either connect thru at the 101 on the west side of town so that we truly have a loop and the folks living in the SW Valley have an easier access to the SE Valley cities (it would cost an arm and a leg yes I know but it would help traffic flow so much better for everyone) or build both, the 101 connection and the 51st ave connection. I think it's short sightedness to discount connecting at Laveen and not further out in or west of Tolleson. (Here's a thought...makes it easier for sports and concert fans living in far out Gilbert and Chandler etc to be able to bypass downtown and head straight on this for westgate)

Three I-10 ramps to reopen next week

Three I-10 ramps to reopen next week

and an update on an earlier post: the electronic billboards off the 101 by Westgate near the University of Phoenix Cardinal Stadium are now up and running and in fact there are two of them. Most of the adds are for restaurants in the SW Valley including Peoria near the Peoria Sports Complex as well as pizza joints in Goodyear. Today I saw an add for Cirque du Soleil happening at Westgate - stay tuned for more...

Uzi Husain, proudly serving the metro Phoenix/Scottsdale/Goodyear, Palm Valley and SW Valley communities real estate needs since 2005 -

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Rent-to-own home deals gaining in popularity

Rent-to-own home deals gaining in popularity

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Scottsdale gears up to buy 400 acres of state trust land

Scottsdale gears up to buy 400 acres of state trust land

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Avondale launches Rx discount program

Avondale launches Rx discount program

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Home prices increase from April to May

Home prices increase from April to May

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Energy Audits & Energy inspections...

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!

Uzi

6 new restaurants join CityScape project

6 new restaurants join CityScape project

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Tiger cubs a powerful draw for Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium

Tiger cubs a powerful draw for Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium

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2009 Financial Forum "the new reality"

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

An Observation of the greater Phoenix housing market

Whoa! Is this a coincidence or a new trend.  Today as I was searching through the ARMLS (Maricopa County, greater Phoenix housing) I came across two new listings in two different parts of town that were not flip, short sale or REO but good old fashioned traditional equity sales (I checked tax records).  Just yesterday we got the news we're down to 3.33 mnths of inventory in the valley based on the active listings in the MLS but now I have to ask, is this a coincidence or a trend?  I'd love to hear your thoughts and opinions on this.

Uzi Husain

inventory is low???

I just read our inventory in Maricopa county is now at 3.33 months - this is terrific news and a sign of recovery - we don't know what the crystal ball has in store for us next but we'll take all positive news as it comes - if you've been thinking about selling your home or investment property whether as a traditional equity sale or a shortsale now is the time to consult with your favorite realtor.

Twitter Twitter

In the past few weeks I've had several occassions where I've called on the availability of a listing and received a text message back from the listing agent. I'm cool with that. I like my iphone and I enjoy texting. Then twice in the last 3 weeks I've had a scenario where from availability to offer to counter offer acceptance the entire transaction was done via email and I never got to speak to the listing agent even once! Now I love gadgets (told you i'd be stir crazy if I ever lost my iphone) and techonology, damn it I own a technology company for heavens sake but yet I find that some times in business you need to have a good old phone conversation as well - hey it worked for years didn't it? Well, so i'm wondering what's next - are we ready to discuss availability on properties and negotiate offers via twitter? If so follow me on
https://twitter.com/uziHusain and while you're at it and if you're uber cool then look me up on facebook, I might just add you as a friend!
Happy Friday folks
Uzi Husain, REALTOR