HAFA Short Sale Information Fountain Hills Short Sale Listing Agent Foreclosure Alternatives: HAFA Short Sale - Standard Short Sale - Deed-In-Lieu - Loan Modification - Forbearance - Reinstatement - HAMP ???? Confused yet? Let me help you navigate the confusing and complicated world of foreclosure prevention. There are a number of options available including one of the newest programs that the government has recently implemented called the HAMP program and the HAFA Short Sale program. HAMP is the Home Affordable Modification Program and HAFA stands for the Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives. Both are part of President Obama's Making Home Affordable Program. To be eligible to participate in these two new programs, you must meet the following criteria: Must be a an owner occupied p... 12/16/2010

Happy 40th Fountain! Fountain Hills, AZ   The World Famous Fountain in Fountain Hills, Arizona will be 40 years old tomorrow! Dec 15, 2010.  In celebration, the Fountain will run on all three pumps throughout the day on it's regular schedule, reaching heights of 560 feet! Grab your  camera and bring your family. The forecast is for bright sunny skies and perfect weather for a picnic and photography. Or take get their for sunset and take a walk down the Avenue of the Fountains which is fully dressed out for Christmas. "Stroll in the Glow". The fountain was built in 1970, by Robert P. McCulloch, the year before the reconstruction of the London Bridge in Lake Havasu City, another of McCulloch's projects. The fountain sprays water for about 15 minutes every hour between 9am and 9pm. The plu... 12/14/2010

The We-Ko-Pa Golf Course and Clubhouse I took a drive out to one of my favorite locations just to the east of Fountain Hills and wanted to share one of the true gems of The Sonoran Life Style, We-Ko-Pa Golf Course and Club House. Having grown up in Fountain Hills I’ve watched Fort McDowell develop much like Fountain Hills. Out of the Raw Desert was gently carved a thing of natural beauty. This golf course maintained the pure integrity of the desert while providing one of the most scenic and picturesque settings known to the Sonoran Lifestyle. It’s a must see on your next visit to Fountain Hills, AZ. This Course doesn’t have a single home crowding it’s fairways. Every Tee Box is like looking at a post card. Don’t let the view fool you, these are challenging courses fit for the best playe... 12/14/2010

Fountain Hills Dog Park Desert Vista Dog Park in Fountain Hills. The Fountain Hills Dog Park which is actually named The Desert Vista Dog Park is just another great example of why Fountain Hills is the greatest place to live in the Valley of the Sun. It's managed and maintained by the town and local volunteers. It is actually two dog parks. One for the little guys and one for the big boys. It's a great place to meet new people in Fountain Hills even if you don't have a dog. The people there are always willing to share a dog story or two and it's easy to meet folks from all over the country and possibly the world. I own a Vizsla named Rusty. So if you see a Vizsla at the Fountain Hills Dog Park it's probably me. Say Hi and share a story with me. You'll see all sorts of dogs at the Founta... 12/14/2010

                       Homes For Sale In FireRock  Homes For Sale FireRock is one of the finest Property in FireRock.  If you are looking for a FireRock Homes For Sale In FireRock Country Club (Fountain Hills AZ) and are looking for not just a big home but a LUXURY Home with all the upgrades, this is the Home for you. Homes For Sale In FireRock Country Club (Fountain Hills AZ) with Views of the FireRock Golf Course along with the Lake in FireRock and  Four Peaks then you are looking at the finest Luxury property in Fountain Hills.  This Homes For Sale In FireRock Country Club (Fountain Hills AZ) has all upgrades that a Luxury Home in FireRock should have.  Living in FireRock Homes For Sale In FireRock Country Club (Fountain Hills AZ) is an Exclusive Subdivision in Fountain Hills Arizona... 12/13/2010

                                             FireRock Land AZ     FireRock Land AZ #1 LOT AVAILABLE - THIS MAY BE THE MOST DESIREABLE LOT IN ALL OF SCOTTSDALE/FOUNTAIN HILLS ARIZONA. THIS FireRock Land AZ is ONE OF A KIND LOT - 360 DEGREE VIEWS FROM THIS 5.13 ACRE HILLTOP ESTATE LOT IN FIREROCK COUNTRY CLUB. SPECTACULAR CITY LIGHT VIEWS IN ALL DIRECTIONS IN THE EVENINGS. BY DAY, YOU CAN SEE THE GREEN OF THE GOLF COURSE, THE VARYING COLORS OF THE SURROUNDING MOUNTAINS, FireRock Land AZ HAS MAGNIFICENT HOMES IN THE AREA & DOWNTOWN PHOENIX. GREAT VIEWS OF THE WORLD FAMOUS FOUNTAIN HILLS FOUNTAIN AS WELL. LOT IS SURROUNDED ON 3 SIDES WITH UNDISTURABLE PROPERTY OWNED BY THE COMMUNITY. TENATIVE FLOORPLAN AVAILABLE (15,000 SQ. FT. LIVABLE & 22,000 UNDER ROOF).   This is one FireRock Land AZ th... 12/10/2010

                                         FireRock Luxury Homes For Sale   FireRock Luxury Homes For Sale is one of the finest Property in FireRock.  If you are looking for a FireRock Luxury Home For Sale  and are looking for not just a big home but a LUXURY Home with all the upgrades, this is the Home for you. FireRock Luxury Home For Sale with Views of the FireRock Golf Course along with the Lake in FireRock and  Four Peaks then you are looking at the finest Luxury property in Fountain Hills.  This FireRock Luxury Homes For Sale has all upgrades that a Luxury Home in FireRock should have.  Living in FireRock Luxury Home For Sale  is an Exclusive Subdivision in Fountain Hills Arizona offers and a chance to live and play at one of the most exclusive golf communities and enjoy some of the... 12/10/2010

Fountain Hills, AZ "Skate Park"The recreational opportunities in Fountain Hills are abundant! This video is on our Skate Park. It's located in Desert Vista Park which features a Large/Small Dog Park, Ramadas with BBQ pits, Soccer Fields and a Playground. The park is equipped with lights for evening use as well. That's nice for our summer evenings. Fountain Hills has excellent year around recreation as you can see by this video on a sunny December afternoon. Fountain Hills is also famous for its bike trails, both mountain and street, walking and hiking trails, Frisbee golf, Hunting, Fishing, Boating, Tubing, Golf, just to name a few. If your looking for year around recreation, incomparable mountain views in a small town close to big city amenities, check out Fountain Hills, AZ. I've live... 12/10/2010

Fountain Hills, AZ "Stroll in the Glow" Fountain Hills is a small town just east of Scottsdale. For the Holidays we decorate the main street, The Avenue of the Fountains, with lights and hold the annual Stroll in the Glow. All of the merchants stay open late and offer goodies and treats to our visitors. We bring a truck load of snow for the kids to play in and Santa always makes a visit. Here's a video of the decorations that light the Avenue. Come on out and take a drive down the Avenue and around town as we celebrate the holidays.   If you would like more information on Fountain Hills or the surrounding areas please contact me.   Mark Gridley, RealtoreXp Realty, Fountain Hills, AZcell: 480.818.5155fax: 602.467.3012toll free: 888.897.7821 x 117www.LiveInFountainHillsAZ.com Contact Me 12/09/2010

                           FireRock Country Club Homes For Sale In Fountain Hills AZ   FireRock Country Club Homes For Sale In Fountain Hills AZ is one of the finest Property in FireRock.  If you are looking for a home in FireRock Country Club Homes For Sale In Fountain Hills AZ and are looking for not just a big home but a LUXURY Home with all the upgrades, this is the Home for you. FireRock Country Club Homes For Sale In Fountain Hills AZ with Views of the FireRock Golf Course along with the Lake in FireRock and  Four Peaks then you are looking at the finest Luxury property in Fountain Hills.  FireRock Country Club Homes For Sale In Fountain Hills AZ has all upgrades that a Luxury Home in FireRock should have.  Living in FireRock Country Club Homes For Sale In Fountain Hills AZ  is an... 12/08/2010

                  FireRock Luxury Home For Sale In FireRock Country Club (Fountain Hills AZ).   FireRock Luxury Home For Sale In FireRock Country Club (Fountain Hills AZ).is one of the finest Property in FireRock.  If you are looking for a FireRock Luxury Home For Sale In FireRock Country Club (Fountain Hills AZ) and are looking for not just a big home but a LUXURY Home with all the upgrades, this is the Home for you. FireRock Luxury Home For Sale In FireRock Country Club (Fountain Hills AZ) with Views of the FireRock Golf Course along with the Lake in FireRock and  Four Peaks then you are looking at the finest Luxury property in Fountain Hills.  This FireRock Luxury Home For Sale In FireRock Country Club (Fountain Hills AZ) has all upgrades that a Luxury Home in FireRock should have.  ... 12/08/2010

Fountain Hills, AZ - Sculptures Fountain Hills has many fine sculptures located through out our Town. This collection is located in the Town Center and is surrounded by the Town Hall, Police Department, Civic Center, Library, and Museum.   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iDRFdkVckTM The Town of Fountain Hills The Town of Fountain Hills is a master planned community established in 1970 by McCulloch Properties (now MCO Properties, Inc.). Prior to 1970 the area was a cattle ranch and was part of one of the largest land and cattle holdings in Arizona. The land was purchased by Robert McCulloch in the late 1960s and the community designed by Charles Wood, Jr. (designer of Disneyland in southern California). One of the community's most valuable assets is its natural beauty. Incredible views an... 12/05/2010

If Southwest living is your ultimate dream, you need to check out the Real Estate Property in Crestview Fountain Hills AZ. For starters, there are many home styles and sizes to choose from. You will surely find a property that will best suit your lifestyle and your budget.  You will also love living here because of the many different amenites and offerings.  This lovely locale just so happens to be a haven for golf enthusiasts!  Avid players can choose between SunRidge Canyon Golf Club, the Eagle Mountain Golf Course or Desert Canyon Golf Club. If you love the theater, you won't want to miss out on the assorted performances featured at the Fountain Hills Community Theater. Whatever your game, Fountain Hills can certainly accommodate!  Why not check it out and see for yourself today?  12/01/2010

Fountain Hills has a wonderful Farmers Market and Arts and Crafts Show every Thursday on the Avenue of the Fountains. It features arts and crafts from our locals and Market Products from Arizona. What a great way to spend you Thursday afternoon strolling down the Avenue of the Fountains and enjoying our local restaurants and shops. You can watch one of the World's Highest Fountains go off on the hour four 15 minutes and relax at Fountain Park. Fountain Park has a Frisbee Golf Course, Ramada's with BBQ pits and a walkway featuring Sculptures. The weather is perfect for an afternoon walk around the park. While your visiting Fountain Hills I'd be glad to visit with you. I've been a resident of Fountain Hills, AZ since 1973 and know not only the Real Estate Market but the best places to eat... 12/01/2010

Fountain Hills, AZ. The Views From SunRidge Canyon. Fountain Hills is known for it's spectacular Mountain Views and SunRidge Canyon features some of the best Fountain Hills has to offer. Nestled into the foothills of the McDowell Mountains SunRidge Canyon looks out over The Fort McDowell Indian Reservation and Tonto National Forest, which is home to Four Peaks. Four Peaks Rise to over 7,500 ft in elevation and in the winter is often covered in snow. The sun rises over Four Peaks and can create a masterful sunrise. Four Peaks is also famous for it's Amethyst. Seven Counties crown gems contain Four Peaks Amethyst. It's considered to some of the finest available. ARIZONAFOUR PEAKS AMETHYST This magnificent Arizona gemstone is mined in the Four Peaks mountain range. This is the only commerc... 12/01/2010

If you are looking for a Gated Community with a world class Country Club and golf course, look at Firerock homes for sale. This prestigious Fountain Hills neighborhood offers panoramic vista views with city lights and shimmering night skies behind the mountain backdrops. Firerock Country Club and golf course are the highlight of this custom community, offering exclusive membership to residents. Homes in Firerock range from condos and townhomes to custom built Tuscan and soft Contemporary homes on acre plus lots. View choices are phenomenal, breathtaking and match the finest views available anywhere in the Valley of the Sun! On the edge of Scottsdale, you will discover easy access to the finest dining, shopping, Arts and Theater are just moments away. Look at homes in Firerock by clickin... 11/29/2010

Enjoy the best of everything with a Fountain Hills Condo. You can find amazing views of McDowell Mountains, the world famous Fountain, or both! Fountain Hills is located on the cusp of Scottsdale and offers some of the best golf in the country along with a turnkey lifestyle that keeps it a destination point for people from all over the country and Canada. There is a Condo scenario to fit every lifestyle and budget within the boundaries of Fountain Hills. You can expect to find gated communities, great amenities including community pools, tennis courts, and hiking trails. And don't forget the world class golf clubs! Why not look into what Fountain Hills has to offer by clicking on the highlighted key words? You will find the most current information available on our easy to navigate webs... 11/29/2010

Goldfield Ranch...The Valley's Hidden Gem! Goldfield Ranch is located just East of Fountain Hills on State Route 87 (BeeLine Highway). Originally it was going to be Fountain Hills 2. That plan was short lived with the Orme Dam project was defeated by the Ft. McDowell Indian Nation. The original plan was to flood the Verde River and Ft. McDowell to create Orme Lake. Obviously not with the approval of the Native Americans living there, but that's another story. Goldfield was sold off in parcels and subdivided down to a minimum of 5 acre building sights. Goldfield Ranch is one of the Valley's "Hidden Gems". It's bordered by Tonto National Forest and the Fort McDowell Indian Reservation on the Beeline Highway. This location is ideal for those of us that want to live in the natural desert an... 11/23/2010

Fountain Hills, AZ offers some of the best mountain views in the Valley of the Sun. Backing up to the McDowell Mountains and 1,000+ feet above most of the Valley Fountain Hills Looks out over the expanse of Tonto National Forest. Tonto is home to Four Peaks Which towers to almost 7,500 feet and claims Four Peaks Amethyst mine. This Amethyst is in 7 Countries Crown Gems. Sami's Fine ewelry, located on the Avenue of the Fountains features it as well as offers Helicopter tours to the mine. Here's a quick video of some of the Mountain Views from Golden Eagle Drive that you can enjoy from Fountain Hills, AZ. You see Four Peaks, Red Mountain, Weavers Needle to name a few. I've lived in Fountain Hills since 1973. I raised my family here and they went to our great schools. If you're considering... 11/21/2010

  Selling your home during the holidays, whether you are an "equity" seller or considering a short sale, in today’s market can be a challenge. There are so many homes on the market for sale, lots a great deals. It is for that reason that every seller should take advantage of each and every opportunity that appears. Below are seven reasons you should consider when pricing your house to sell in the next 90 days and selling your home during the holidays.  1. Entering the home market this time of year, the buyers are more serious. We all realize that buyers are not quick to pull the trigger on the purchase of a home today. Many seem to enjoy house hunting and viewing tens upon tens of homes since there are so many to choose from. There is no sense of urgency with the supply of eligible prop... 11/20/2010