It's quite a feat to picture Chandler, AZ as anything other than the modern, bustling suburb it is today, but a mere 90 years ago, the city was just a dusty train stop in the Old Arizona Territory.  Thank goodness a veterinary surgeon by the name of Dr. Alexander John Chandler had the foresight to envision something more.  And this vision is what paved the way for the Chandler of today that we know and love: a prime destination for golf aficionados; a high-tech "silicon" oasis with companies like Intel and Orbital Sciences; and a family-friendly hub offering exceptional education, employment and residential opportunities.  Its southeast valley location is a boon as well, conveniently situated to provide easy access to virtually all of Phoenix via the Valley's comprehensive freeway syste... 07/20/2009

Hi! Nancy Niblett here - your top-producing, East Valley real estate professional!  I'd like to take a moment to talk to you about the current market here in sunny Chandler, AZ!  This vibrant, thriving Phoenix suburb is a great place to live and work, and I can attest to both!  And right now is an excellent time to consider purchasing a home here, as Buyers are still setting the pricing standards. In addition, the available inventory of Chandler, AZ Homes is tremendous, with quite the array of properties to choose from, no matter what your residential preference!  You name it, I can probably find it for you: gated, waterfront, horse-friendly, affordable...they're all here, in Chandler! Just check out my comprehensive website for more insight, or, better yet, give me a call and we can em... 07/20/2009

Whew! The real estate market in Chandler is heating up and may just surpass the area's scorching temperatures!  This prominent Phoenix suburb is hot, hot, hot, and the time has never been better to consider a home purchase here! As one of the fastest growing communities in the nation, Chandler continues to attract new residents in droves, quite possibly for its exemplary schools, favorable tax environment, thriving economic sector, and family-friendly neighborhoods.  Whether you're a swingin' single, newlyweds, a growing family or an active retiree, there is something for you amongst the vast array of properties encompassed by Chandler Homes!  So check out all that this vibrant locale has to offer today, and then come make your home in this former farmtown that has grown up into one of ... 07/20/2009

I grew up in Wisconsin, spent 23 years of my life there.  I experienced all sorts of weather 100% humidity in the summer, -30 or more windchill in the winter, ice storms, Tons of snow!  Awesome thunderstorms!.                                                                               I now live in Arizona , and have for the past 24 years!  My friends and family are envious in the winter. but in the summer they wonder why I put up with the heat, Monsoons, Scorpions, etc.  So lately I have been wondering, which is worse? Here are my thoughts, feel free to share yours with me as well. WISCONSIN At 30 below that wind blows through any and all clothing that I own, to walk 30 feet from my car to the grocery store door, my hands and face just burn, because they are so cold.  Snow, Slush, Ic... 07/20/2009

Abralee Meadows Homes for Sale - Homes in Abralee Meadow Chandler - In my never ending quest to provide easy to use real estate information for every consumer and every community in Arizona, I have added a few more tools to make this easier.  If you would like to see all homes for sale in Abralee Meadow in Chandler, just click the link.  If you would like to see just bank owned homes in Abralee Meadow, click this link. By clicking either of the above links, our newest map based home search will open and show you just homes in Abralee Meadow and Abralee Meadow foreclosures.  I think you will find the search extremely helpful and useful. Here are two more links you may find helpful for Abralee Meadow real estate.  You can view real time updates for all Abralee Meadow homes for sale or Abr... 07/18/2009

Chandler's Veteran Oasis Park Veterans Oasis Park  includes Urban Fishing Lake, education and water management all in one If you are looking for a place for a family picnic or to just hang out, the Veterans Oasis Park that sits on 113 acres may be your answer. There are over 4 miles of biking and hiking trails,  ramadas and picnic areas, and equestrian trails.   Among the many activities,  the 5 acre urban fishing lake is stocked with trout, bluegill, catfish, large mouth bass and other types of fish,  is next to the Environmental Education Center.  Arizona’s Urban Fishing Program is nationally recognized as one of the best in the nation.  Another feature of the park is the 78 acres of wetlands, riparian, and ground water recharge basins. You’ll also feel safe because a Chandler Police ... 07/14/2009

Much to the dismay of some of the current homeowners in Fulton Ranch, Fulton Homes in their Chapter 11 reorganization plan has revised some of their home plans to make them more affordable in today's market.  Current homeowners in the Fulton Ranch community have expressed concern that the smaller homes, smaller lots and lower base price of Fulton's new homes are going to devalue their homes, some of which were once worth over a million dollars. I can see both sides of this argument, however it's important to note that no one's home is worth what they paid for it 3-5 years ago, even if Fulton ceased to build another home home in the community.  I would also venture to guess that if Fulton Homes called it quits and turned their property back over to the bank (as did Brown Family Communiti... 07/12/2009

Good Day! Here is a link to the freeway closures and my weekly e-mail http://bit.ly/DcPrl   Bill and I are having lots of fun educating the masses on Social Networking!  Check out the workshop list below and if you have a friend that you would like to introduce to Social Networking have them contact me.   07/09/2009

 Good Morning! Every Tuesday and Friday my company compiles a list of interesting articles that relate to our industry. If you would like these emailed directly to you let me know. Going to be in the 1-teens this weekend!!!  keep hydrated Paul Guenther Business Development Manager Chicago Title insurance Company Paul.guenther@ctt.com www.mytitleguypaul.com     | Volume 3 | Issue 231 | July 7, 2009  Top NewsMortgage refi program widened - CNN - - NEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) -- The Obama administration is widening its mortgage refinancing program to allow more borrowers hit hard by falling home prices to take part.Mortgage Applications Fall - CNBC - - U.S. mortgage applications plunged to a seven-month low last week as demand for home refinancing loans tumbled 30 percent, data from an industr... 07/07/2009

Lakefront Communities at their best in Chandler Both Chandler and Gilbert have some pretty awesome lake communities.  It almost seems un-natural or un-Arizona to have lake communities.  For those who claim that it is a significant waste of water, they need to do some research and see exactly where the water comes from.  A good start would be to read a post I wrote after my curiosity got the best of me. The more you study about water management in Arizona, the more you realize it is a wide open subject.  Here's the link to Phoenix Water Supply. Some of the premier waterfront communities in Chandler are Ocotillo Lakes, Pinelake Estates, and Lagos Vistoso. A common thread among these three is the location; south Chandler, good freeway access, good schools, and amenities such as the Hamilto... 07/02/2009

U.S. HUD Secretary Shaun Donovan today announced an expansion of the Obama Administration's Home Affordable Refinance Program to include participation by borrowers who are current but up to 125 percent underwater on their mortgage.  The previous limit was 105%.  Borrowers whose mortgages are currently owned or guaranteed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will now be allowed to refinance those loans according to the terms of the Home Affordable Refinance program established earlier this year, on Febraury 18, 2009. For example if the property is worth $200,000, the borrower must owe $250,000 or less, where previously the borrower must have owed $210,000 or less. Read more about this HUD press release, HUD No. 09-104.     Posted by:  Dora & Vincent Kwok - Chandler AZ Real Estate Agents withHom... 07/01/2009

The Chandler Arizona Real Estate market has been improving since the beginning of 2009.  In February, there were an average of 1,824 homes for sale in Chandler, AZ.  For the last week of June, that inventory has dropped to 1,340 residential homes.  Chandler Arizona Real Estate in January had 148 homes sold, and for June, the Chandler Arizona Real Estate market increased sales to 385 homes sold for the month.  The average sales price was lowest in April 2009, at $211,647, but has increased each month since then, and in June the average sales price was back up to $241,772. Chandler Arizona Real Estate is starting to return to normal, and hopefully they are doing the same in your area as well.  The only concern is the rumor of more foreclosures entering the market that are being held back ... 07/01/2009

 Good Morning! Every Tuesday and Friday my company compiles a list of interesting articles that relate to our industry. If you would like these emailed directly to you let me know. Have a safe and great 4th of July!! Paul Guenther Business Development Manager Chicago Title insurance Company Paul.guenther@ctt.com www.mytitleguypaul.com           | Volume 3 | Issue 230 | June 30, 2009  Top NewsBank failure list hits 45 - CNN - - The FDIC says banks in Georgia, Minnesota and California were shuttered by state regulators. EMAIL| PRINT | SHARE | RSS TWITTER DIGG FACEBOOK DEL.ICIO.KB Home chief says prices are stabilizing in some areas - Los Angeles Times - - The head of one of the nation's largest home-builders said today that home prices are stabilizing in some parts of the country, but ong... 06/30/2009

  This is just a fun picture...we were at our neighbor's house when the aloe plant was in bloom.  The bee's were just swarming.    Cheron Lange You're Neighborhood Realtor© We proudly serve and sell Real Estate in all and around Phoenix, Arizona.  If you are thinking about purchasing and selling your home in Phoenix, Chandler, Gilbert, Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Fountain Hills, Paradise Valley and Queen Creek or other surrounding areas, and most importantly would like to work with a local expert... "Let Our Family Help Yours!"  Michael & Cheron Lange Realtors© - John Hall & Associates 480-319-1000 Michael@lofhy.com Cheron@lofhy.com  Copyright© 2009 Michael & Cheron Lange   Photos taken by Michael K. Lange, Photographer...in the making. All Rights Reserved and may not be reproduced withou... 06/29/2009

Market Update for Chandler REAL ESTATE JUNE 19th, 2009 (edit/delete)   Median List Price $257,950 Average List Price for homes in Chandler $331,085 Least Expensive: $37,000 Most Expensive: $3,474,900 Sold This week: 130     Diana Purcell: 480-233-3351  Solutions Real Estate      Chandler is a great area and homes in Chandler are quite affordable.   06/25/2009

Every Tuessday and Friday I get a collection of informative links to interesting stories that you can share with your clients.  Let me know if you are interested in having me email these to you or just keep posting here.   Thank You Paul G. Guenther Chicago Title Insurance Company Top NewsLawmakers may expand homebuyers' tax credit - USA Today - - you the news you need and advice you trust. Lawmakers and businesses are calling for expansion of a tax credit for first-time home buyers that has helped spark home sales in an otherwise dismal real estate market. With the tax credit scheduled to expireChanges Urged to Rules on Condo Loans - Wall Street Journal Online - - by $350. 'This is stupid,' Mr. Shepard recalls telling his lender. 'We're going to possibly go into foreclosure even though... 06/23/2009

Hello Client or Prospective Seller, Although selling your home is very exciting, it also involves a ton of work. Major decisions need to be made, including whether to sell your home on your own or to hire a real estate agent. The main advantage of selling your own home is saving commissions charged by an agent. However, this means that you are responsible for everything, including advertising and showing your home to prospective buyers, which can be a very stressful and time-consuming process. A professional real estate agent is able to assist you in making the right decision and provide you insight on such items as: The right means to market your home Determining a fair selling price Determining qualified buyers for your home Tips on making your home more appealing to buyers Referring... 06/18/2009

Here are my upcoming  CE classes for the East Valley. Sorry the links are not active as this is a jpeg of a flyer. We also have a Google Apps/RSS?Google Reader Class on Wednesday at 10am.  Keller Williams Red Mountain .  Power and Mcdowell.  Contact me first as seating is limited   Thank you 06/14/2009

Here is a link  http://bit.ly/Q0EGH    to my weekly Newsletter, Maricopa County, AZ Freeway closures, and CE classes.  Enjoy!Paul Guenther Bill Risser and I have had a great week of presentations on Social Networking for Realtors!  Need some help navigating all the clutter of Web 2.0?  Facebook, Linkedin, Twitter, Active Rain - how do you get started?  If you would like us to bring our road show to your office, give us a call so we can contact your office manager and set up an appointment.  We are now also running workshops to focus on specific social sites, allowing us to help agents set up their profiles, learn a few shortcuts, and get started quickly!  Don't be left behind...  http://bit.ly/gg149  Link to Bill Risser's Newsletter   06/12/2009

Market Stats brought to you by The Thomas Davis Group of Re/Max Homes and Investments    Big Question then.... ARE we seeing the (proverbial) "Bottom"??   If so, Do we go UP from here??   Careful - Over the last few years, many have tried look into this crystal ball, but didn't expect what was going to happen, right? So the best answer to the 1st question is..."Possibly", the 2nd question is doubtful. On a more certain note - after you see the attached statistics and information, I think you'll see a GREAT picture of where we are!!   There may be unobserved information (higher pending foreclosures, seasonal adjustments, and other affecting conditions) that may affect information presented. The perspective views below are not a representation of fact, but only considered as opinion. Rep... 06/10/2009