The Best FRIES in Arizona, its a TOP 10 List on Good News ArizonaGood News Arizona is all about the Valley of the Sun and all the good news we can find, share and generate stories for. On this weeks episode, we talk about the top  ten places for French Fries in Arizona, as voted upon by YOU the viewer!! All of our shows have "audience participation" so feel free to share ideas and stories with us. AS you'll see in this weeks episode a viewer did a drawing of Dean and I, and we loved it!We always drop 5-7 good news stories, we always drop the Top 10 list and of course, Rapid Fire News (a quick barrage of news that is uplifting and fun). Make sure you tune in weekly, at 1pm on our Youtube Channel (they always drop at 1pm on Tuesday, MST). Don't forget you can find us on Facebook too! Make... 05/30/2020

UNDER CONTRACT: 3 Bed 2 Bath Shalimar Estates Home w/ Den/Office - No HOA!2094 E GOLF AVE, Tempe, AZ 85282Whether this is the first time you're seeing this property or otherwise, here's a look on what helped this 3 Bed 2 Bath Shalimar Estates Home w/ Den/Office - No HOA go UNDER CONTRACT!Light and bright family room off the entryway.Dining room separated from the entryway with divider columns.Living room with vaulted ceiling and exquisite brick fireplace.Spacious and well-appointed kitchen with plenty of drawers and cabinets.Den or office you can repurpose to your needs.Separate living room at the back with sliding doors.Covered tile patio with double doors and low maintenance courtyard.Fenced pool. Add all that to a 9,000+ sqft lot with North/South Exposure close to freeway access and ... 04/23/2020

Thanks to COVID-19, I have been doing a lot of walking lately.Instead of a bunch of doom and gloom, I have been focusing on our current, past and future clients. Walks are a good time to reflect upon a lot of things.They can also be quite productive...Here's a couple of the photos I snapped recently while taking a walk with my dog. It was a beautiful morning, we walked over to a nearby neighborhood and I shot some photos of the neighborhood.When I got home, I built a web page to let people know about how cool it is to live in the Alta Mirada neighborhood. easy peasy. Right!?!This has been a great time to update some old pages on my site, build a few new pages and just have some fun with targeting people who we really want to work with.While Corona has slowed my business a bit, we're sti... 04/14/2020

Is it time to Refinance my current Mortgage Loan or is it not?Oh the never ending debate, to refi or not refi, in Shakespearean world, that is a conundrum. In our world, its an easy answer, as long as your speaking with a seasoned loan officer whos in it for the relationship and care of clients and not the quick buck! On this previous episode of "Real Talk USA with The Real Estate Guy", local expert, Traci Gratzek from NOVA Home Loans, gives us the Main 3 questions to ask yourself, if you're contemplating refinancing your current mortgage. Answer these 3 questions, and you'll be making an educated decision that is best suited for your needs. Watch. Learn & Share. Like and subscribe to this and future videos/episodes and clips by clicking here.     03/28/2020

VA Financing for Veterans is easy with the Right Team on your Side!Its all about the Veteran, they served our country, so we can have the Freedom like home ownership. See a Vet. Thank a VET. Period. End of story...but not this one, this episode is all about VA Financing, Traci is the Bomb Diggity when it comes to VA Financing, she knows the ins and outs. In FACT, we just saved a FILE, that another local lender failed to close. She got this file with 3 days left to close , that would have been a miracle to close in 3 days, but she got it done In 7. From 0-60 in just 7 days, two of which were Saturday and Sunday. You're a vet, you want a house? Lets start HERE!You WANT A lender on your side, helping you get the job done. You're not going into battle with blanks in your rifle, so don't get... 03/27/2020

What  a great turn-out we had at the open house in 307 W Santa Cruz Dr. Tempe AZ yesterday.I was a little hesitant about the hours of 10am-12 noon on a Saturday, but trying them encouraged me to plan for more open houses on a Saturday morning.The home is a move-in ready, lovely 3-bedroom, 2-bath rancher with a sparkling pebble tec pool and spa, pretty desert-landscaped front and back yard and a carport for two cars plus extra parking for a boat, RV, or a third vehicle. Price is $310,000. 307 W Santa Cruz Dr. Tempe AZ 85282 - front of the home 307 W Santa Cruz Dr. Tempe AZ 85282 - back yard of the home It was a pleasure to speak with the neighbors who stopped by - some of them were renting, and enjoyed learning about the lender product for 100% financing; other neighbors had lived in the... 10/27/2019

10/19 Saturday OPEN HOUSE Features BACK ON MARKET & UPCOMING LISTINGS! Quick, think of a way to make a trio of homes unlike any other weekend lineup we've featured before? Well why don't we showcase a gem you nearly missed out on, our next exciting listing and a tresure of a home that's just as irresistible as the other two!First on the list is a trip to Tempe where you'll find a renewed opportunity to own a BACK ON MARKET 4 Bed Remodeled Warner Ranch Home w/ Pool & 3-Car Garage. The amazing city of Mesa then hosts our UPCOMING LISTING, a 5 Bed 5 Bath Custom Brick Basement Home w/ Pool that might've otherwise remained hidden from you had we not listed it. And finally rounding out this week's selection is none other than a 5 Bed Custom Home w/ Pool In Day Springs all set for you to unrav... 10/17/2019

Before we get into the Tempe Real Estate Market Report in October 2019, I have a commentary written by Tina Tamboer. She is the Senior Housing Analyst with the Cromford report. She was nice enough to let us use her summary of the Greater Phoenix Metro area as a backdrop for what is happening in Chandler this month. Here is her commentary…….The Greater Phoenix Metro Summary Analysis Real Estate Market ReportAsking Prices Up 9% Over Last Year, but are Buyers Paying It? These Homes have Appreciated the Most since 2000For Buyers:The news media is filled with short-term predictions regarding the economy and how it will, or will not, affect real estate prices. It’s understandable for buyers to want their home to appreciate in value after they purchase, who doesn’t? However, there is far too m... 10/12/2019

Sometimes looking for certain floor plans and features in homes can best be searched by the year they were built. Festiva Tempe Subdivision was built in 1995, by builder D.R. Horton. It is located in Tempe, zip code 85283, close to Kyrene Rd and Elliot Rd. The size of homes ranges between 1,245 sq.ft. to 1,800 sq.ft. Most of the lots are just under 5,000 sq.ft, and only  a few corner homes on Stephens Dr. and Dava Dr. have lots around 8,000 sq.ft.The homes in the subdivision have five different floorplans:Floor plan 1 (Verde) - 1,245 sq.ft. - 22 homes of this floor planFloor Plan 2 (Cimmarron) - 1360 sq.ft. - only 6 homes of this floor planFloor Plan 3 (Pecos) - 1524 sq.ft. - most popular, 32 homes of this floor planFloor Plan 4 (Cumberland) - 1,614 sq.ft. - 17 homes of this floor planF... 10/05/2019

💲4901 S Park Dr, Tempe, AZ 85282 - For Sale  ☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call Brian at 480-773-2370🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian at brian@bke12.comDesired LOCATION with Plenty of Room & an AMAZING Backyard. Curb Appeal is Apparent with a Fresh Coat of Exterior Paint, Pavered Walkways & Sitting Area with Mountain Views! This Home Boasts 6 SPACIOUS Bedrooms, including TWO MASTER BEDROOMS & 3 Bathrooms. The Kitchen Opens to Living & Dining Areas, Features STAINLESS STEEL Appliances, Water Filtration & LARGE Pantry. VERY Well Maintained & Satisfaction is Sure to be found with Bamboo Flooring, Updated Fixtures & Soft Water from EVERY Tap. RESORT STYLE Backyard with Resurfaced Swimming Pool, Private Jacuzzi Area, Workshop/Storage Shed, Multiple Sitting Areas... 09/02/2019

Healing Fields Returns At Tempe Town Lake For Sept. 11 TributeHosted by the Tempe Exchange Club, the 16th Annual Healing Field for the greater Phoenix community will once again take place at Tempe Beach Park. The nation’s second longest running Sept. 11, 2001 tribute event runs September 7th, Saturday to September 11th, Tuesday between 6AM and 8PM each day, continuing the tradition of honoring the victims of the September 2001 terrorist attacksOn September 7th, Saturday, nearly 3,000 eight foot tall American Flags with a personal bio card on each one will be erected by volunteers, honoring each person who died on that tragic attack eighteen years ago in a beautiful display and a patriotic tribute to the strength and unity of Americans. A very powerful message to feel and hear, please fi... 08/28/2019

The flashlight tours at the Desert Botanical Garden are a favorite destination during the summer months. Every year, and every week  there are different actvities and exhibits that capture the delight and imagination of visitors - from young kids to adults. Docents and Volunteers at the garden have stories to tell about the creatures that can be found at the Garden, and wild, in Nature in our Sonoran Desert. This desert tortoise was one of the first to welcome us in the garden on the day of our visit.  During flashlight tours, we and the kids can also experience setting up a tent, crawling inside it, building a camp-fire, and roasting delicious s'mores. The spacious field, the stars, the sounds of the night desert - it's all within 15-20 minutes drive from a home in Tempe or neighboring... 07/25/2019

Affordable homes in Tempe have diminished greatly as inventory has dropped, putting upward pressure on demand and prices. Inventory has dropped 34% year over year.  In 2 years inventory has dropped 41% for homes priced under $250,000.  Rents are also rising in most areas, including this chart for Tempe,as shown in the above.  Days on market is currently 37 days on market.  The fastest sales in Tempe for homes up to $250,000 was 28 days in August, 2018.  Homes sold in 35 days July, 2018.  Clearly a seller's market up to $250,000. Sales have dropped 15% since last July for homes up to $250,000. Lack of inventory is likely the culprit as prices continue to rise with low interest rates.  Notice the lack of foreclosures, short sales or HUD properties selling.  Even in this price range, notic... 07/18/2019

This single family home in 2156 S. Hu Esta Dr. Tempe AZ 85282 was a great find for my Buyer clients - it is in a cul-de-sac like location off Mill Avenue, close to down town Tempe, to Arizona State University, to almost everything needed.3 bedroom, 2 bathrooms - 1510 sq.ft.Sold for $280,000The previous owners had planted in the front and back yards several fig trees, other fruit and decorative trees. They started an orchard and a vegetable garden, to which the new owners will add more and will turn it into a place of their own. The home was built in 1952 and updated and improved several times through the years.The City of Tempe has plans to complete a landscaped, multi-use Path behind the home. The project is a 7-mile, non-motorized path from Knox Rd. to University Avenue. The path will... 07/01/2019

This lovely condo in Mistwood Condominiums, Tempe AZ 85282 is now sold.2-master bedrooms, 1,092 sq.ft. Tempe AZ 85282Sold Price $190,000The Sellers received multiple offers within a day on the market. The fact that the first day on the market was a Monday, did not stop the showing activity. Just another proof that the real estate market is still quite hot in Tempe AZ. The Sellers wanted to repair and perfect everything in the home, to clean it thoroughly, including the windows, interior and exterior, before it was put on the market. It took a few days longer than expected, but in the end it paid off well. There were no surprises or delays after the Buyers' home inspection was done.The transaction was financed and it closed within the normal time frame - about 30 days after the offer was... 06/28/2019

Juniper Village in Tempe AZ 85283 is a small community of 48 detached patio homes. Twenty seven of them are single story and twenty one homes have two stories. The size of homes is approximately between 1,050  and 1,500 sq.ft. The subdivision was built in 1983-84. The regular assessment for the Home-Owners Association is approximately $150 per month and covers pool and common areas maintenance.Reviewing home sales for the last five years, from January 2015 till June 2019, we see that there are one to three home sales per year.  A three-bedroom, two-bath home of 1,479 sq.ft. sold for $174,000 in April 2015, and a three-bedroom, two-bath home of 1,502 sq.ft. sold for $242,000 in September, 2015.  In 2018, there were three sales and they ranged between $225,000 and $260,000. In 2019 - just... 06/07/2019

A question from a potential Buyer about the home for sale in 512 E Balboa Dr. prompted me to take this walk along College Ave to Arizona State University, Tempe Campus. The lovely weather and the breeze today made my stroll quite enjoyable and I learned more details about the history of the neighborhood, too.Walking or biking along College Avenue feels like you are in a park.Along the street, there are trees for us to enjoy and for the birds to perch on and sing, there is public art to entertain us, there are poems to tell us about the history of the place. Traffic on the street is calmed by islands with trees and art installations, and the pedestrian pavement is protected from high speed scooters, too. The pedestrian route has traffic calmers, too.What did I see on my way? I passed by ... 05/28/2019

Twice a month Real Estate Brokers who are active in the Tempe AZ market get together and tour homes that are for sale in this city. It is a good way to see within less than 2 hours homes in different subdivision, connect with other realtors, mortgage lenders, home inspectors, title and escrow companies and hear some of the latest updates for the industry. The group of realtors provides feedback to the listing agents of the homes we visit with regards to marketing of the home and increasing the visibility of it.The group also selects the Best Home on Tour for presentation and value. The award stay on the selected home for a month. Here are glimpses of some of the homes that were on tour on March 27, 2019.  512 E BALBOA Dr. Tempe AZ 85282                                         1421 N SUN... 03/29/2019

Tempe Public Library Selected As 2019 National Medal for Museum and Library Service FinalistArizona’s Tempe Public Library was announced as one of the 30 finalists for the 2019 National Medal for Museum and Library Service, the nation’s highest honor given to museums and libraries for their outstanding and remarkable contributions to the communities they serve. On its 25th year, the National Medal for Museum and Library Service celebrates institutions demonstrating remarkable and unique approaches to better not only the service they provide but also the impact and difference they make to their communities and its members' lives. With programs such as the Tempe Book Bike, Dementia Friendly Tempe – Memory Café, FanCon and its efforts to promote family engagement and expand literacy, Tempe... 03/21/2019

Home for sale in Tempe - Tempe Gardens home for SaleLocated just off McClintock and Baseline Roads, this Tempe home for sale was built in 1969 (Back in the Summer of 69-insert Bryan Adams melody here). I grew u pin this area, in fact, both the Jr High and High School in the boundaries of this Fine Tempe Home for Sale, I attended (Connolly and McClintock). Now,  I know what you're thinking, it was built 50 years ago, yes, yes it was, BUT, its solid block construction and has been renovated and upgraded over the years, so much that now, all you have to do is move in, place your furniture and get on with your life. Double doors lead your way into the home, new flooring, sunken living room, new kitchen appliances as well as granite counter tops.Plus a nice kitchen island/breakfast bar!The l... 03/20/2019