As a Real Estate agent helping people new to the valley, and as a member of the City of Chandler Human Relations Commission I'm proud of our community for all they do to celebrate diversity. 2018 is poised to be a wonderful example of how we honor a variety of cultures with a number of east valley cultural offerings. Beginning in January, there's a whole lot going on that you will want to know about and participate in. On January 11th, the East Valley JCC will have an exhibit at the … [Read more...]

Who would have thought that Chandler, Arizona would become known as the Caanes of the southwest, but here we are. The second annual Chandler International Film Festival is scheduled for January 12th through January 15th, 2018 in downtown Chandler and it's going to be a fascinating four days! I'm excited to be on the volunteer committee through the Chandler Human Relations Commission and can't wait to see some amazing films. Chandler's very own Mitesh Patel is a director, producer and film … [Read more...]

There are lots of reasons to enjoy a career in real estate. I've heard many people entering the profession with expectations of time freedom, easy money, and access to lots of HGTV worthy properties. What they quickly find out is that their time will be dictated by two things: the needs of their clients and how passionate they are about building a thriving real estate practice; the money isn't exactly "easy" and is directly tied to their knowledge, skills, and the level of service they provide … [Read more...]

Great news for the east valley of the Phoenix metropolitan area! 3 of our cities made the Smart Assets list of The Best Cities To Buy A Home Big Enough to Raise a Family. This award is based upon price per square foot, rates of appreciation, and percentage of family income required to purchase and own a median priced home. Check out Chandler, Gilbert, and Scottsdale for large affordable homes. And that's not only good news for east valley buyers, but sellers as well. Most sellers in the … [Read more...]

It's getting increasingly difficult to purchase a Chandler/Gilbert home under $200,000. The largest inventory exists in the condominium and town home market. Fortunately there are some very nice developments with homes up to 1500 square feet, great amenities and locations, and even detached units that feel just like a single family detached home. The request I get most frequently when it comes to condos and town homes, is to find one with a garage. And yes, you can purchase a Chandler/Gilbert … [Read more...]

In a sellers market with upward pressure on home prices, it's difficult to find a clean, well maintained single story 1500+ square foot home for under $220,000. My clients are being challenged every day finding homes that fit this criteria so I get excited when my I get to list just such an East Mesa home. This East Mesa home in gorgeous Meridian Pointe was built in 2000. It is in the Gilbert School District and is close to nearby shopping and entertainment. Two of my favorite words when … [Read more...]

Single story, beautifully appointed town home in the perfect Scottsdale location - close to Scottsdale Fashion Square and Old Town, Chaparral Park with a lake and dog park, and adjacent to the Arizona Canal. You are in the center of it ALL! One of the LOWEST PRICE 2 CAR GARAGE SCOTTSDALE TOWN HOME! AND updated! Kitchen and baths have current and desirable updates including white cabinets and granite, updated showers and lighting fixtures. And speaking of lighting, the skylights and high windows … [Read more...]