Working hard to "CEIL THE DEAL"

Ceil Mills
HomeSmart Real Estate
Phoenix, AZ

623-308-7291
ceilmills@cox.net

Thursday, July 10, 2008

Estrella Resident Realtor

Estrella, Estrella Mountain Ranch, Mountain Ranch at Estrella, Montecito at Estrella, all names for our community in Goodyear, AZ. Whatever you may call it, some of us call it home.

As many of you know in our current Real Estate Market many of the homes for sale are either "Short Sales" or "Bank Owned" (REO, Lender Owned, Corporate Owned) but "Traditional" resales are out there as well. (owner owned so to speak) As the great deals abound due to others misfortunes, my recommendation to anyone is........when looking for a home in a specific area, use a RESIDENT Realtor! Someone who knows that particular community, who enjoys living and playing there. Just because an agents card may say they are a specialist in that area, don't assume anything. Ask questions! A good resident agent will know about the HOA, any community assessments that may be on certain properties, schools, shopping, etc. So many homes are now on the market that are being represented by Agents who are just listing the homes for the banks. They have no idea about the city, community or even the house! Some have never even driven past the home they are listing! Ask specific questions when interviewing the agent that will be representing you on your next listing or purchase. What is the parking policy? Is parking overnight on the street ok? What about landscaping rules, are there any? Can we have an RV on our property? How many pets are allowed? Pool fencing laws? Curfew for teens? Where are the schools my children will attend? Is there 24 hour security patrols in the neighborhood? Community pools and clubhouse, who gets to use them? Especially if you are paying HOA fees, find out what you get for your money.

Just a little information that may help you avoid some mistakes! If it comes to buying or selling a home in Goodyear, AZ or Estrella, look no further......I'm your Resident Realtor!