Real People – Real Predictions for the 2010 Real Estate Market
January 19, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment
Sure we have all heard the gloom and doom on the Evening News, but what do real people predict will happen in the real estate market this year?
The Mortgage Meltdown Played Out in the Theatre of the Absurd**
January 16, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · 1 Comment
Have you noticed the eerie similarity between the current housing market and the recent activities by NBC regarding the Tonight Show? Watching this story play out might be a good way to predict what the future holds for the real estate market!
Finding a Home After Foreclosure or Short Sale
January 15, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · 2 Comments
More folks are finding themselves writing rent checks instead of mortgage checks – something they probably thought they would never do again. Here are some tips to help ease the stress of looking for a new home after a short sale or foreclosure.
Selling Real Estate on Overstock.com…What?
January 13, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment
I was surprised to see real estate listed for sale on Overstock.com… proof that much about buying and selling real estate is misunderstood.
Hey Bank! Take My House, Please!
January 7, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · 8 Comments
A follow-up to a post by Dean Ouellette at http://www.deansellsaz.com and a chat with a friend of mine who is contemplating a Strategic Default on her home. Is this a sign of things to come in 2010? Seems that way if the issue of negative equity is not addressed by banks.
Dartboard Predictions and the Art of Statistics
January 4, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment
With the New Year underway, I am amazed at the flood of experts predicting a variety of outcomes for the Phoenix real estate market in 2010. Only one thing is perfectly clear…anything is possible!
Happy New Year! My Three Words for 2010
January 4, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · 2 Comments
Thank you Chris Brogan for the concept of using three words to frame goals for the year. What a great way to keep on track. Here are my three words as I look ahead to the New Year while visiting the fabulous dog paradise at Cosmo Dog Park in Gilbert, AZ.
Heading Downtown – Glendale, AZ – 2009 in Review
January 2, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment
I am heading downtown to check out some of the downtown destinations in Metro Phoenix and review how each town fared in the 2009 real estate market.
My westernmost destination is Glendale, whose historic district hosts many fabulous events each year, including Glendale Glitters, the Glendale Choclate Affaire and the annual Jazz and Blues Festival. It’s also a great place to shop for antiques!
Heading Downtown – Phoenix, AZ – 2009 in Review
January 1, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment
I am heading downtown to check out some of the downtown destinations in Metro Phoenix and review how each town fared in the 2009 real estate market.
Of course, I could not leave out downtown Phoenix! This downtown has come a long way since the Phoenix Suns got their new downtown digs. It is now a great destination with much to offer.
Heading Downtown – Scottsdale, AZ – 2009 in Review
December 30, 2009 by Kristin LaVanway · 2 Comments
I am heading downtown to check out some of the downtown destinations in Metro Phoenix and review how each town fared in the 2009 real estate market.
Arguably, the best known city in Arizona is Scottsdale, known for its upscale lifestyle. But the Old Town Scottsdale area has retained its historical charm with a dash of hip and cool.
