Real Estate Tips For Seniors   Real Estate Tips for SeniorsRichard Lecinski - Long RealtyOro Valley - Tucson Arizona Finding a real estate agent who understands the unique needs of older Americans is a crucial component in having a successful real estate transaction. Life changing events such as the passing of a loved one, illness, downsizing, and/or retirement are a unique set of issues that often accompany the buying and selling of property for older Americans. Because this is an important and life changing decision, do not just pick a real estate agent out of the phone book, and/or stick with the first agent you meet - interview at least two agents. Make sure that you feel comfortable with the agent you will be working with. In the interview question the agents about their experience... 04/15/2008

 FREE Virtual Home Finder for Southern Arizona - Tucson - Oro Valley Search the entire Tucson - Southern Arizona MLS for home that fit your needs. Search by size, price, town or city, neighborhoods, and much more. Define your search to fit your needs. Free to use.  Use now and return and the system will remember your search. Or sign up free listings as they come out. http://rlecinski.longrealty.com/Content/Content.aspx?ContentID=264413 Rich LecinskiLong Realty CompanyTucson - Oro Valley Arizona520-834-4663Toll Free800-279-5664 http://rlecinski.longrealty.com www.arizonagreatliving.com   04/15/2008

  14683 North Alamo Canyon DrTUCSON,  AZ 85755   MLS #20807343Posted3/7/2008Price$279,900SubdivisionSun City VistosoLot Size0.25 AcresTypeSingle FamilyBeds2BathsFull:2  Half:0 Fireplaces1Garages0Sq.Feet1634AreaNorthwestCountyPIMAYear Built1990High SchoolIronwood RidgeMiddle SchoolCoronado K-8Elementary SchoolPainted Sky         Property Description 14683 North Alamo Canyon Dr. Oro Valley, Az 85755Single Family Property, Area: Northwest, Subdivision: Sun City Vistoso, County: Pima, Approximately 0.25 acre(s), Year Built: 1990, Hill/mountain view, View, Single story, Garage, Central air conditioning, Community swimming pool(s), Community spa/hot tub(s), Fireplace(s)Single Family PropertyStatus: ActiveArea: NorthwestCounty: PimaSubdivision: Sun City VistosoYear Built: 19902 total bedroom(... 04/15/2008

Oro Valley AZ - Sun City Vistoso by Del Webb Sun City Vistoso Oro Valley - Tucson ArizonaSearch free for homes in Sun City Vistoso $195000.00 and up. You can also use my quick links to search for golf and retirement homes in Sun Flower also a Del Webb Community, Saddlebrooke, the Catalina Foothills and Oro Valley Luxury homes. Or you can define your own search for the entire Tucson, Green Valley and Oro Valley areas.Please call anytime with any questions you may have.  http://rlecinski.longrealty.com/AgentHome/Homepage.aspxhttp://rlecinski.longrealty.com/ Rich LecinskiLong Realty CompanyTucson, Arizona520-834-4663http://www.arizonagreatliving.com/ 04/13/2008

Residential Sales StatisticsEach month, TAR/MLS releases a monthly overview of Tucson's real estate activity. 2008 January 2008 February 2008 March 2008  Sales are up and maybe the light is at the end of the tunnel.Rich LecinskiLong Realty CompanyOro Valley - Tucson Arizona520-834-4663http://rlecinski.longrealty.com www.arizonagreatliving.com   04/12/2008

 Sun City Vistoso Oro Valley - Tucson ArizonaSearch free for homes in Sun City Vistoso $195000.00 and up. You can also use my quick links to search for golf and retirement homes in Sun Flower also a Del Webb Community, Saddlebrooke, the Catalina Foothills and Oro Valley Luxury homes. Or you can define your own search for the entire Tucson, Green Valley and Oro Valley areas.Please call anytime with any questions you may have.  http://rlecinski.longrealty.com/AgentHome/Homepage.aspxhttp://rlecinski.longrealty.com/ Rich LecinskiLong Realty CompanyTucson, Arizona520-834-4663http://www.arizonagreatliving.com/ 04/12/2008

Sun City Vistoso Oro Valley - Tucson ArizonaSearch free for homes in Sun City Vistoso $195000.00 and up. You can also use my quick links to search for golf and retirement homes in Sun Flower also a Del Webb Community, Saddlebrooke, the Catalina Foothills and Oro Valley Luxury homes. Or you can define your own search for the entire Tucson, Green Valley and Oro Valley areas.Please call anytime with any questions you may have.  http://rlecinski.longrealty.com/AgentHome/Homepage.aspxhttp://rlecinski.longrealty.com Rich LecinskiLong Realty CompanyTucson, Arizona520-834-4663http://www.arizonagreatliving.com/  04/11/2008

  14224 N Cirrus Hill DrTUCSON,  AZ 85755   MLS #20741668Price$224,900SubdivisionSun City VistosoLot Size0.14 AcresTypeSingle FamilyBeds2BathsFull:2  Half:0 FireplacesGarages1Sq.Feet1298AreaNorthwestCountyPIMAYear Built1990High SchoolIronwood RidgeMiddle SchoolCoronado K-8Elementary SchoolPainted Sky         Property Description Sun City Vistoso - Oro Valley14224 N Cirrus Hill Dr  85755Single Family Property, Area: Northwest, Subdivision: Sun City Vistoso, County: Pima, Approximately 0.14 acre(s), Lot is 6315 sq. ft., Year Built: 1990, Hill/mountain view, View, Garage, Central air conditioning, Swimming pool(s), Community spa/hot tub(s), Laundry roomSingle Family PropertyArea: NorthwestCounty: PimaSubdivision: Sun City VistosoYear Built: 19902 total bedroom(s)2 total bath(s)1 total ful... 04/09/2008

  14380 North Choctaw DrTUCSON,  AZ 85755   MLS #20802556Posted3/7/2008Price$499,000SubdivisionSun City VistosoLot Size0.19 AcresTypeSingle FamilyBeds2BathsFull:2  Half:0 Fireplaces1Garages0Sq.Feet2328AreaNorthwestCountyPIMAYear Built1988High SchoolIronwood RidgeMiddle SchoolCoronado K-8Elementary SchoolPainted Sky         Property Description 14380 North Choctaw Dr.  Oro Valley, Az 85755Recently Remodeled. A MUST see home.Single Family Property, Area: Northwest, Subdivision: Sun City Vistoso, County: Pima, Approximately 0.19 acre(s), Year Built: 1988, Hill/mountain view, View, Golf course lot/frontage, Single story, Garage, Central air conditioning, Community swimming pool(s), Community spa/hot tub(s), Fireplace(s), Dining room, Laundry roomSingle Family PropertyStatus: ActiveArea: No... 04/08/2008

  2187 East Jonquil StTUCSON,  AZ 85755   MLS #20802604Posted2/27/2008Price$210,000SubdivisionSun City VistosoLot Size0.13 AcresTypeSingle FamilyBeds2BathsFull:2  Half:0 Fireplaces1Garages0Sq.Feet1198AreaNorthwestCountyPIMAYear Built1994High SchoolIronwood RidgeMiddle SchoolCoronado K-8Elementary SchoolPainted Sky         Property Description PRICED FOR QUICK SALE - This home won't last long.   Freshly painted near perfect condition and priced right.2187 East Jonquil St.  Oro Valley,AZ. 85755 Airy, Southwestern styling. Bright, cheery Mariposa floorplan. Living room opens to kitchen/dining area. 2 car garage. Covered rear patio (north facing) perfect for outdoor entertaining. Professionally landscaped lot with multiple desert plants & 5 citrus trees. Well cared for, super clean-move in... 04/08/2008

Sun City Vistoso by Del Webb Oro Valley (Tucson) Arizona187500 Sun City Vistoso (Oro Valley Arizona) Search for your golf or retirement home free.Sun City Vistoso (Tucson - Oro Valley) Sun City Vistoso Tucson - Oro Valley, Arizona Homes 195K and up. Also instant links for Saddlebrooke, Heritage Highlands and Sunflower. Sun City Vistoso Tucson - Oro Valley, Az retirement living at its best. An active adult communities. http://rlecinski.longrealty.com/Listing/ProcessJumpSearch.aspx?JumpSearch=9105520&Page=1 Rich Lecinski Long Realty Company 520-834-4663 http://www.arizonagreatliving.com/ http://activerain.com/blogsview/334047/Sun-City-Vistoso-by  04/08/2008

Sun City Vistoso by Del Webb Oro Valley (Tucson) Arizona187500 Sun City Vistoso (Oro Valley Arizona) Search for your golf or retirement home free.Sun City Vistoso (Tucson - Oro Valley) Sun City Vistoso Tucson - Oro Valley, Arizona Homes 195K and up. Also instant links for Saddlebrooke, Heritage Highlands and Sunflower. Sun City Vistoso Tucson - Oro Valley, Az retirement living at its best. An active adult communities. http://rlecinski.longrealty.com/Listing/ProcessJumpSearch.aspx?JumpSearch=9105520&Page=1 Rich Lecinski Long Realty Company 520-834-4663 http://www.arizonagreatliving.com/ http://activerain.com/blogsview/334047/Sun-City-Vistoso-by   04/07/2008

    Real Estate Tips for SeniorsRichard Lecinski - Long RealtyOro Valley - Tucson Arizona Finding a real estate agent who understands the unique needs of older Americans is a crucial component in having a successful real estate transaction. Life changing events such as the passing of a loved one, illness, downsizing, and/or retirement are a unique set of issues that often accompany the buying and selling of property for older Americans. Because this is an important and life changing decision, do not just pick a real estate agent out of the phone book, and/or stick with the first agent you meet - interview at least two agents. Make sure that you feel comfortable with the agent you will be working with. In the interview question the agents about their experience in handling clients dealin... 04/06/2008

Below is the current Stats for the Southern Arizona area.  Stats do not say everything.  From all indications I see smart buyers are coming out. My web page is getting almost three times the hits compared to last July and August. The phone seems to be ringing almost everyday now AND other agents in the office are saying much the same.To me it appears that things are starting to get back to a normal level.  Lets hope so!!! Southern Arizona Real Estate Stats  Please click on link below for complete and current Southern Arizona real estate stats http://rlecinski.longrealty.com/Content/Content.aspx?CategoryID=318872Key Market IndicatorsLong Realty is pleased to present the monthly Key Market Indicators. This report identifies and analyzes market factors affecting the residential real estate... 04/03/2008

Arizona and Some Very Good National Web PagesAirport Vicinity MapsArizona Department of Environmental QualityArizona Department of Real EstateArizona Registrar of ContractorsArizona Sex Offender InfoCenter WebsiteArizona Structural Pest ControlChamber of Commerce Across the U.S.Cochise CountyDo Not Call ListExpansive Soil SurveyFEMAHUDHUD Homes for Sale & Bid Procedures in ArizonaMarana Town GovernmentMold, Moisture, and Your HomeMold (non-goverment site, for information only)Oro Valley GovernmentPolybutylene PipeState of ArizonaSuperfund, WQARF and DoD SitesVoter Registration  Rich LecinskiLong RealtyOro Valley - Tucson Arizona520-834-4663http://rlecinski.longrealty.com/http://www.arizonagreatliving.com/ email: rlecinski@longrealty.com 03/31/2008

 Oro Valley Arizona  ( Tucson ) - Sun City Vistoso HomesSun City Vistoso Tucson - Oro Valley, Arizona Homes 187K and up Sun City Vistoso Tucson - Oro Valley, Az retirement living at its best. An active adult communities. +45 Call or email for a free information packet on Sun City Vistoso.  Enjoy over 120 clubs, hiking, golf, 2 pools, and much much more.http://rlecinski.longrealty.com/Listing/ProcessJumpSearch.aspx?JumpSearch=9105520&Page=1 Rich Lecinski Long Realty Company 520-834-4663 http://www.arizonagreatliving.com/ http://rlecinski.longrealty.com/email rlecinski@longrealty.com 03/31/2008

Today I'm searching the internet to locate new opportunities for my clients. This is such a vast terrain of places to visit it's almost too much to do on one day a week. I'll be blogging only once a week so I can keep you posted as to what the market is doing in the Tucson/Oro Valley area.The real estate market in Tucson doesn't seem to be as bad as it looks in some other areas around the country. If the property is priced correctly (within market value - not at 2005-2006 prices) it will sell quickly and possibly with a multiple offer senario. The other thing that's important is that you locate an agent who will "pro-actively" market your home. I call other agents in the area and out-side of the area every day marketing the homes I list to locate a buyer for the home. This is vital to g... 03/30/2008

Arizona Community and School Search   Arizona has a variety of unique communities to suit a range of different lifestyles.To find out more information about our communities, use your mouse to click the area of the map below in which you are interested.         Area City List | Alphabetical City ListSchool Report Cards | Education StatisticsRich LecinskiLong Realty CompanyOro Valley - Tucson Arizona520-834-4663http://rlecinski.longrealty.com www.arizonagreatliving.com email: rlecinski@longrealty.com   03/30/2008

Market ReportsLong Realty is pleased to present the Market Reports. These reports help identify and analyze market factors affecting the residential real estate market. 2007 Market Reports Tucson Phoenix Sierra Vista Green Valley Monthly Key Market Indicators TucsonPhoenixSierra VistaGreen Valley Having trouble viewing the Report? Please make sure you have downloaded the latest version of Adobe Reader. The Reader is free and is safe for your computer. You can download Adobe's Acrobat Reader software by Clicking Here. Rich LecinskiLong Realty CompanyOro Valley - Tucson Arizona520-834-4663http://rlecinski.longrealty.com   03/30/2008

Airport Vicinity MapsArizona Department of Environmental QualityArizona Department of Real EstateArizona Registrar of ContractorsArizona Sex Offender InfoCenter WebsiteArizona Structural Pest ControlChamber of Commerce Across the U.S.Cochise CountyDo Not Call ListExpansive Soil SurveyFEMAHUDHUD Homes for Sale & Bid Procedures in ArizonaMarana Town GovernmentMold, Moisture, and Your HomeMold (non-goverment site, for information only)Oro Valley GovernmentPolybutylene PipeState of ArizonaSuperfund, WQARF and DoD SitesVoter Registration  Rich LecinskiLong RealtyOro Valley - Tucson Arizona520-834-4663http://rlecinski.longrealty.comwww.arizonagreatliving.com email: rlecinski@longrealty.com   03/29/2008