Paradise Valley Coldwell Banker agent John Cunningham emphasizes the importance of making a visual impact with quality photographs when advertising a home for sale. 09/19/2010

    A Little known Historic gem about a neighborhood in Paradise Valley called  "Casa Blanca" I often wonder how many people know about the local history of Casa Blanca in Paradise Valley?  It was an early Arizona resort frequented by Hollywood's elite (I've been told Marilyn Monroe frequented Casa Blanca), complete with its own landing strip for private aircraft, a movie star could easily slip in and back out.  Originally the home of the Donald Kellogg family and designed/built by R.T. "Bob" Evans in the 1920s, the Casa Blanca Inn was used by the Warner Borg company in the late 1940s as a corporate retreat, complete with its own landing strip. It became the Casa Blanca Inn and opened to the public circa the early 1950s and continued to operate as a resort through the 1970s. It was loc... 09/15/2010

John Cunningham of Coldwell Banker points out how important it is to have a home free of clutter BEFORE it is marketed on the MLS.  Basic marketing tip: Get rid of the clutter. If you are ready to sell your Paradise Valley Home, Scotsdale home, or Biltmore home you are going to need to be better than the competition in the most basic things, like keeping clutter to a minimum. 09/11/2010

This home was sold back in 2007.  The famous singer no longer owns this home, but the legacy will live on since they resided in it for over 25 years and is a huge Arizona icon. I once worked for a company that made deliveries to this home, my co-worker was always soooo excited to make the delivery as she was a HUGE fan of the singer. Have you guessed who it is yet? Ok..ok..ok..I’ll give you a hint.  It may sit on a perfect lot, with a view of Camelback Mountain, there’s no snow covered mountains, no landslides to bring it down. =) Search Arizona Homes   Get social with us! 09/09/2010

Phoenix Property Shoppe - Paradise Valley, Ariz. Residential Real Estate Market Report – August 2010These are active listings, pending sales with contingencies, pending sales, and houses that have closed.The following table includes how many short sales & REOs made up the grand total of homes within the active, pending & closed categories for each price range.Here is a typical home for sale in Paradise Valley: Asking price: $949,000 Subdivision: Firebrand RanchBuilt: 1985 Size: 4,206 sqft., 4 BR, 4 BA   09/08/2010

  Many people are considering a Short Sale of their home in Paradise Valley Arizona.  Considering that more than 50% of homes are "under water" in Arizona - in other words - the homes are worth less than the loan balances owed - it's not surprising that homeowners are looking for solutions to avoid foreclosure in Paradise Valley. A Short Sale is one such solution. If you are in the minority - that your home is worth more than you owe on it - then you need read no further. By definition a Short Sale is a regular resale with one distinct and significant difference.  The agreement of your lender(s) to accept less than the balance owed on the loan(s). Whether or not you meet the other "requirements" of your lender(s) such as a "valid" hardship can only be determined by consultation with a s... 09/07/2010

   Rocky Point is hot and I am actually not talking about the weather      We have been so fortunate this year with great weather all the way up to the end of June. In July and August it heated up a bit but recently we have been blessed with a drop in tempertures. Combined with a nice breeze our mornings and evenings have been close to perfect. A recent buyer of ours just today mentioned sitting on the porch in the morning as well as early evenings enjoying the ocean views and cool breeze. It's not always great but in a lot of ways it's still a good life! Great information just for you and the topics are...... Mexico is still #1 for 2nd home buyers What has sold recently in Rocky Point Mexico! 3rd Annual Chilli Cook off in Scottsdale Arizona!! Best place for shrimp tacos in Rocky Point ... 09/04/2010

Paradise Valley homes for sale in a Gated community   Gated Community homes for sale in Paradise Valley   Homeowners here currently enjoy everything paradise has to offer Scenic views, great location, close to freeways, schools, golf courses. We Have a listing you can preview right now Just click on 4201emarletteave.greatluxuryestate.com We have created several websites to assist you the Paradise Valley home buyer and Paradise Valley home seller, mikebruen.com and mikeknowsthevalley give you the best and most up to date information when looking to buy or sell a home in Paradise Valley and surrounding communities.  Please feel free to contact us and  Let us set up a custom search designed exclusively for you with your exact search criteria that you require and automatically notify you vi... 09/01/2010

Scanning PVLuxuryhomesearch.com will show that land values from had  a ride up and down over the last 10 years. In 2000, PV land was between 300K and 500K an acre for the minimum acre lot, with larger parcels going for 20 to 30% less per acre. Home building cost was between 150 and 200 per square foot. By 2007, land values had increased to 750K to over a million for an acre in Paradise Valley.  By 2010, land values have slipped back to $500K to 750K an acre and 20 percent less per acre for larger single family lots.   www.PVLuxuryHomeSearch.com search by subdivision, price or address. - Compare prices, compare features and the best place to live in Arizona has become affordable again for the middle executives and their families. Silverleaf in DC Ranch continues to mirror the values in P... 08/31/2010

It was easy to search for HOMES FOR SALE IN AZ for clients   but after making an offer  it became The waiting game  The crying game or was it a Bit of Both   As I pored over my laptop exploring my list of active clients   selecting those who needed further placating because of the interminable delay awaiting updates from the lenders on their current short sale offers  Updates  Thats a joke   I paused to ponder the inevitable  Are these buyers going to drop out yet again   as I m sure they don't believe what I'm telling them  After all  why would a lender  having recovered a home in lieu of timely monthly payments   appear disinterested and tardy  instead of speedily trying to recover most of the debt ASAP  by reviewing the offer and responding  thereby ensuring that an acceptable buyer ... 08/30/2010

Paradise Valley Bank Owned Homes, Bank Owned Homes in Paradise Valley   Currently there are 19 Bank Owned Homes in Paradise Valley   View All 19 Bank Owned Homes in Paradise Valley There are currently 243 Homes For Sale in Paradise Valley View all 243 Homes for Sale in Paradise Valley, Arizona         08/19/2010

Real estate Market update for Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, Camelback corridor, & Arizona Biltmore areas.The Biltmore Housing Market, Scottsdale Housing market, Paradise Valley Housing market, and Arcadia Housing markets all stand alone in the Phoenix Metropolitan area.       08/19/2010

Search Homes for Sale in quiet & breathtaking Paradise Valley, ArizonaParadise Valley is home to nearly 15,000 Phoenicians for a reason. PV has strived to keep its original mission in tact since its inception in 1961: to maintain a residential community in a quiet and country-like setting with little government intervention. Where is Paradise Valley?View Paradise Valley, AZ in a larger mapWhat does the PV community offer?The PV community, zoned for one-acre lots with one house per lot, showcases breathtaking views of the scenic Mummy and Camelback mountains. This town is also home to 12 resorts, including Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain, Montelucia, Camelback Inn, & Hermosa Inn. And, Paradise Valley also has some of the best golf courses in the Phoenix area, including the private Paradi... 08/17/2010

Based on interviews with luxury agents, the top 10 must haves for today's multi-million dollar homes follow: Elevator car lifts, indoor car washes - Luxury homeowners spare no expense for their priceless automobiles.  Avid car collectors, especially in city homes where property size is limited, install elevator car lifts to expand garage capacity.  Keeping a fleet of cars clean is no small feat. In fact, for many it necessitates an on-premise indoor car wash. Walk-in refrigerators - Professional kitchens akin to what one may find in a five-star restaurant have taken over luxury homes. With growing emphasis placed on home entertaining, walk-in refrigerators and multiple ovens, sinks and dishwashers are the norm for even the novice gourmet. Spas, gyms and yoga and Pilates studios - The ho... 08/12/2010

Paradise Valley Az Real Estate is now being featured on our luxury home website www.AzLuxuryLiving.com Some of the great features of the Paradise Valley community are the stunning mountain views, proximity to everything including Scottsdale, Downtown Phoenix, Sky Harbor Airport, freeways, schools, shopping, and so much more. In addition to all of the information we have on Paradise Valley Az Real Estate we are also providing Paradise Valley properties for you to search such as; Paradise Valley Foreclosures, Paradise Valley Short Sale Homes, and Paradise Valley Golf Homes. We specialize in "view" properties. You will also have the ability to search all Paradise Valley Resale Homes with the click of a mouse. We are also providing numerous ways to search the entire Arizona MLS. Whether you... 08/11/2010

Surrounded by lovely scenes of the Sonoran Desert and Camelback Mountains, Paradise Valley is home to eight golf courses. This stunning town offers some of the best golf homes that you can find in the Greater Phoenix Area. The Paradise Valley AZ Golf Course Community has a wide range of investment options that you can select from. You can find some great deals in golf communities like Paradise Hills, Camelback Country Club Estates or Phoenician Chaparral. Placed between Phoenix and Scottsdale, Paradise Valley is a fabulous place to enjoy a serene life. The town is also a favorite tourist destination with over twelve resorts and lots of fun activities to do. There are several community facilities that you can enjoy; some including tennis courts, swimming pools, parks, theatres, etc. Para... 08/10/2010

Paradise Hills Homes is now being featured on our luxury home website www.AzLuxuryLiving.com Some of the great features of the Paradise Valley community are the stunning mountain views, proximity to everything including Scottsdale, Downtown Phoenix, Sky Harbor Airport, freeways, schools, shopping, and so much more. In addition to all of the information we have on Paradise Hills Homes we are also providing Paradise Valley properties for you to search such as; Paradise Valley Foreclosures, Paradise Valley Short Sale Homes, and Paradise Valley Golf Homes. We specialize in "view" properties. You will also have the ability to search all Paradise Valley Resale Homes with the click of a mouse. We are also providing numerous ways to search the entire Arizona MLS. Whether you are searching by ci... 08/03/2010

Nauni Valley Ranch Homes is now being featured on our luxury home website www.AzLuxuryLiving.com Some of the great features of the Paradise Valley community are the stunning mountain views, proximity to everything including Scottsdale, Downtown Phoenix, Sky Harbor Airport, freeways, schools, shopping, and so much more. In addition to all of the information we have on Nauni Valley Ranch Homes we are also providing Paradise Valley properties for you to search such as; Paradise Valley Foreclosures, Paradise Valley Short Sale Homes, and Paradise Valley Golf Homes. We specialize in "view" properties. You will also have the ability to search all Paradise Valley Resale Homes with the click of a mouse. We are also providing numerous ways to search the entire Arizona MLS. Whether you are searchi... 08/03/2010

Mummy Mountain Park Homes is now being featured on our luxury home website www.AzLuxuryLiving.com Some of the great features of the Paradise Valley community are the stunning mountain views, proximity to everything including Scottsdale, Downtown Phoenix, Sky Harbor Airport, freeways, schools, shopping, and so much more. In addition to all of the information we have on Mummy Mountain Park Homes we are also providing Paradise Valley properties for you to search such as; Paradise Valley Foreclosures, Paradise Valley Short Sale Homes, and Paradise Valley Golf Homes. We specialize in "view" properties. You will also have the ability to search all Paradise Valley Resale Homes with the click of a mouse. We are also providing numerous ways to search the entire Arizona MLS. Whether you are searc... 08/03/2010

Mountain Shadows Homes is now being featured on our luxury home website www.AzLuxuryLiving.com Some of the great features of the Paradise Valley community are the stunning mountain views, proximity to everything including Scottsdale, Downtown Phoenix, Sky Harbor Airport, freeways, schools, shopping, and so much more. In addition to all of the information we have on Mountain Shadows Homes we are also providing Paradise Valley properties for you to search such as; Paradise Valley Foreclosures, Paradise Valley Short Sale Homes, and Paradise Valley Golf Homes. We specialize in "view" properties. You will also have the ability to search all Paradise Valley Resale Homes with the click of a mouse. We are also providing numerous ways to search the entire Arizona MLS. Whether you are searching b... 08/03/2010