"33th Best Place to Live in US by CNN in 2012"

The nation's "top places to live and learn" by GreatSchools.org. Washington-based C.Q. Press rated Gilbert the "safest municipality in Arizona, and 24th safest in the nation.

Val Vista Lakes - Water Wonderland Paradise

Val Vista Lakes offerings are the result of an artfully master planned community consisting of 900 acres. This luxury development includes twenty-four subdivisions of exquisite properties, some of which have lakefront and several of which are custom gated communities.

Seville - Deluxe Neighborhood for Every Lifestyle

Located in south Gilbert, Seville is a unique and beautiful golf course community. It features an 18 hole Championship Golf Course Designed By Gary Panks that gently winds its way throughout the community.

The Islands - Live by the Lakes

The Islands, located in Gilbert, Arizona, is the largest lake community in the Phoenix Valley. Elegantly constructed around a beautiful, peaceful lake, properties in the Islands are among Gilbert's most sought-after real estate.

Monday, September 29, 2014

The Willows Gilbert 85295 Homes for Sale

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The Willows Real Estate, House Value & Homes for Sale | Gilbert AZ 85295

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The Willows is located at North-East of Recker and between Williams Field and Ray Road in Gilbert AZ 85295, next to Ashley Heights. Homes in The Willows were built in mid 2000 and ranging from around 1,200 - almost 2,500 sq/ft. The Willows Community features 2 community pools, several parks, tot lots and walking/biking trails around the community.

The Willows, Gilbert AZ 85295


School near The Willows Gilbert AZ 85295
The Willows community is served by the Higley Unified School District. Children in The Willows community attend Gateway Elementary-located at NE of the community, Cooley Middle School and Williams Field High School.

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Several low down payment financing options including; FHA 3.5% 0.5% Down Financing, VA ZERO Down Financing, Conventional Financing and others are available. Contact Us to find out what loan programs you qualify for.

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The Willows Gilbert AZ 85295 Homes for Sale

Selling your home in Gilbert AZ
Contact Us or call Swee Ng at 480.721.6253 today to discuss your potential Gilbert AZ House Value and our comprehensive marketing plan. We will prepare complimentary competitive market analysis (CMA) to find out what your home is worth at today’s market.

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Swee Ng, Realtor and Gilbert AZ resident specializing in win-win real estate transaction through great communication and fighting for his clients' best interest. After all, this is more than real estates, this is about your life and your dreams.

If you are looking to buy or sell your home in Gilbert AZ, we hope you will consider us. Contact us today for complimentary consultation.
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Friday, September 26, 2014

Homes for Sale near Mesquite High School

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Homes for Sale near Mesquite High School, Real Estate Listings and House Value | Gilbert AZ 85233

Mesquite High School - 500 South McQueen Rd, Gilbert AZ 85233
Mesquite High School is one of the high school in Gilbert Unified School District, a public school serve grade 9 -12. Mesquite High School was opened in August 1998 and located on McQueen Road and Between Elliot and Warner Road in Gilbert AZ 85233.

Mesquite High School Gilbert AZ 85233
Mesquite High School, Gilbert AZ 85233

Mesquite High School School Report The mission of Mesquite High School is "Mesquite High School will educate, mentor, and inspire students" and the vision is "Mesquite High School will prepare students to live a productive, purposeful, and enriching life."
Mesquite High School Report

The homes near Mesquite High School are a great place to call home. Homes have easy access to US 60 and SanTan freeway loop 202, Downtown Gilbert Heritage District and others amenities. You can find Homes for Sale near Mesquite School in Gilbert AZ as well as all available Gilbert AZ homes for sale on my website.

Affordable Financing Options
Several low down payment financing options including; FHA 3.5% 0.5% Down Financing, Conventional 5% Gift Down Payment Program, VA ZERO Down Financing, Conventional Financing and others are available. Contact Us to find out what loan programs you qualify for. Learn more about how to buy a house in Gilbert AZ with a low down payment.

Gilbert AZ Housing Market Trends Report
View Gilbert AZ Housing Market Report. The data used this Gilbert AZ Market Report is consolidated from multiple sources and includes current listings, recent sales, and more. Whether you’re a buyer or seller, the knowledge you gain will help put you in control of your real estate transactions.



Selling your home in Gilbert AZ 85233
Contact Us or call Swee Ng at 480.721.6253 today to discuss your potential North Shore Gilbert AZ 85233 House Value and our comprehensive marketing plan. We will prepare complimentary competitive market analysis (CMA) to find out what your home is worth at today’s market.

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Swee Ng is a Gilbert resident specializing in win-win real estate transaction through great communication and fighting for his clients' best interest. After all, this is more than real estates, this is about your life and your dreams.
Call 480.721.6253 today for complementary consultation. Buyer's Representation Services (NO COST TO HOMEBUYERS)

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Thursday, September 25, 2014

Swee Ng has sold a listing in Gilbert AZ Under List Price

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Just Sold: Swee Ng has sold a listing in Gilbert AZ Under List Price

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Gilbert AZ real estate agent Swee Ng at Keller Williams Realty Sonoran Living helped in the purchase a home in Lago Estancia, one of the waterfront community in Gilbert AZ for under listing price.

Just Sold: Swee Ng has sold a listing in Lago Estancia Gilbert AZ 85233 Under List Price

This 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms single level home in Lago Estancia Gilbert AZ 85233 is measured at 2,014 sq/ft. It was original listed at $269,000 and was sold by Swee Ng at $255,000. It was on the market for 32 days.


Lago Estancia, Gilbert AZ 85233

Lago Estancia, one of the waterfront community in Gilbert Arizona is located at the heart of Gilbert in zipcode 85233. Homes in Lago Estancia were built in early 1990 and ranging from around 1,200 - more than 3,000 sq/ft. Lago Estancia community features walking/biking path along shoreline, tot-lots and green space. Residents in Lago Estancia enjoy near by shopping, restaurant and other amenities and minutes away from Downtown Gilbert Heritage District.

The Median Listing Price in Gilbert AZ 85233 is $276,710 and Median Days on Market is 52 days. The number of active listings (inventory) in Gilbert AZ 85233 has increased by 22.9% from the previous month. There are currently 195 homes for sale in this zipcode.

The Median household income in Gilbert AZ 85233 is $76,610 with 610 households earning between $35,000 to $40,000 annually. The largest income bracket for Gilbert AZ 85233 is the income bracket of $50,000 - $75,000,follow by $25,000 - $50,000.

For the zip 85233, 21.53% of the people have completed a Bachelors Degree as their highest education level. 11.36% has completed Associate Degree and 26.38% has completed some college.

The month of August 2014 we saw a 14.0% decrease in the number of closed sales compared to the prior month. The statistics show that we had 398 residential Single Family Detached Homes sold in August in Gilbert AZ compared to 463 in July. This compares to 382 closed sales in July of last year. In today’s market Sellers need to continue to be diligent and competitively in pricing, as we are no longer in a seller’s market. We are now more on Buyer’s Market.

At Buyer's stand point, Buyers may want to take advantage in our shifted market. Buyers want to take advantage of this amazing market due to low interest rates, increased inventory, and more traditional sales from which to choose. The Buyer’s Market that we are in now means Buyer has more negotiation in price and Seller’s concession.

About Gilbert AZ:
Gilbert is a town located at southeast of Phoenix. Gilbert has grown at an extremely high rate, increasing in population from 5,717 in 1980 to today about 230,000. Gilbert is named #1 Best Cities for Working Parents (Nerdwallet 2014), #20 Best Place to Live in America (24/7 Wallstreet 2014) and #22 Most Livable City (Money Magazine 2014).



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Keller Williams Realty

15905 S 46th St #160
Phoenix , AZ , 85048
480-721-6253

Swee Ng, Realtor at Keller Williams Realty Sonoran Living is a Gilbert resident specializing in win-win real estate transaction through great communication and fighting for his clients' best interest. After all, this is more than real estates, this is about his client life and dreams.

Buyer: http://buy.sweephoenixhomes.com
Seller: http://sell.sweephoenixhomes.com

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Gilbert ranked 22nd Most Livable City 2014

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Money Magazine Ranks Gilbert 22nd Most Livable City

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Gilbert, Arizona has received yet another recognition as one of the best places to live in the country. Time’s Money Magazine has ranked Gilbert as the 22nd Most Livable Small City in America.

Money Magazine Ranks Gilbert 22nd Most Livable City

The study reviewed 781 cities with populations between 50,000 to 300,000, comparing factors ranging from the local economy and housing market to schools and healthcare. Gilbert was the only Arizona city to make the list.

Click here for full list.





Swee Ng, Realtor Keller Williams Realty who live, work and play in Gilbert AZ specialize in Residential Resale, First Time Home Buyer and Investment Homes.
Buyer's Representation Services (NO COST TO HOMEBUYERS)
Buyer: buy.sweephoenixhomes.com
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Tuesday, September 23, 2014

SanTan Village

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SanTan Village | Gilbert AZ 85295

2218 E Williams Field Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85295
www.shopsantanvillage.com

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Located on Williams Field and Santan 202 Freeway, SanTan Village is an open-air, super regional lifestyle mall-center in Gilbert with more than 100 stores and restaurants. Main stores in SanTan Village are Dillard’s, Macy's, Best Buy, Dick's Sporting Goods, Barnes & Noble and Harkins Theatres 16-Plex Cinema.



There is a children's play area and a splash pad (pop jet water fountain) where kids can have some wet fun. It is located near Dillards and Disney Stores.

Splash Pad at SanTan Village

Located south of the mall, across from Williams Field Road., the SanTan Village Marketplace is an urban village mixed with many other retail and restaurant areas designed for urban shopping. Walmart, Sam's Club, Costco are located in SanTan Village Marketplace.

Monday, September 22, 2014

Home Buyer Tips: Affordability

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In 1981, it took 36% of the average family's budget to buy a home. Now it takes less than 15%. If you're interested in buying, it looks like history is on your side.


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Keller Williams Realty

15905 S 46th St #160
Phoenix , AZ , 85048
480-721-6253

Swee Ng, Realtor with Keller Williams Realty who live, work and play in Gilbert AZ, specialize in Residential Resale, First Time Home Buyer and Investment Homes.
Call 480.721.6253 today for complimentary consultation. Buyer's Representation Services (NO COST TO HOMEBUYERS)

Thursday, September 18, 2014

Gilbert Named 20th Best City to Live

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Gilbert Named 20th Best City to Live in America in 2014

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Gilbert, Arizona has been named the 20th Best City to Live In America by 24/7 Wall St.; the only Arizona city on the list of America’s 50 Best Cities to Live. The study reviewed 550 U.S. cities with populations over 65,000, comparing them in seven major categories: crime, economy, education, housing, environment, leisure, and infrastructure.

Gilbert AZ 20th Best City to Live 2014

Within each category, specific data points contributed to category ranking. For example, the economy category included median household income, cost of living, employment growth between 2011 and 2013, and the 2013 unemployment rate. Formula used to weight each category and convert each category rank to a meta rank ranging from 0-100. Crime, economy, education, and housing received full weights, while environment, leisure, and infrastructure received half weights.

24/7 Wall St. attributes Gilbert’s low crime, high-quality schools, availability of outdoor leisure activities, including the Riparian preserve, and its proximity to Phoenix for the community’s high ranking.

Click here to read the full list of America’s 50 Best Cities to Live.

Wednesday, September 17, 2014

Lago Estancia Gilbert AZ 85233 Homes for Sale

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Lago Estancia Real Estate, House Value and Homes for Sale | Gilbert AZ 85233

Lago Estancia, a waterfront community located at NW of Gilbert and Warner Road in Gilbert AZ 85233. Homes in Lago Estancia were built in early 1990 and ranging from around 1,200 - more than 3,000 sq/ft. Lago Estancia community features walking/biking path along shoreline, tot-lots and green space.

Lago Estancia, Gilbert AZ 85233


Conveniently Located in Lago Estancia
Residents in Lago Estancia enjoy near by shopping, restaurant and other amenities and minutes away from Downtown Gilbert Heritage District.

What's nearby Lago Estancia


School near Lago Estancia
Lago Estancia is served by Gilbert Unified School District. School aged children is attending Gilbert Elementary, Mesquite Jr High and Mesquite High School.

Gilbert AZ Housing Market Trends Report
View Gilbert AZ Housing Market Report. The data used this Gilbert AZ Market Report is consolidated from multiple sources and includes current listings, recent sales, and more. Whether you’re a buyer or seller, the knowledge you gain will help put you in control of your real estate transactions.

Affordable Financing Options Available
Several low down payment financing options including down payment assistance programs are available. Contact Us to find out what loan programs you qualify for. Learn more about how to buy a house in Gilbert AZ with a low down payment.

Selling your home in Gilbert AZ 85233
Contact Us or call Swee Ng at 480.721.6253 today to discuss your potential Gilbert AZ 85233 House Value and our comprehensive marketing plan. We will prepare complimentary competitive market analysis (CMA) to find out what your home is worth at today’s market.

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Real Estate Listings and Homes for Sae Lago Estancia Gilbert AZ 85233

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Swee Ng is a Gilbert resident specializing in win-win real estate transaction through great communication and fighting for his clients' best interest. After all, this is more than real estates, this is about your life and your dreams.
Call 480.721.6253 today for complementary consultation. Buyer's Representation Services (NO COST TO HOMEBUYERS)

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Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Cosmo Dog Park Gilbert AZ

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Cosmo Dog Park | Gilbert AZ

2502 E. Ray Road, Gilbert AZ 85296
Cosmo Dog Park is a 17-acre dog-friendly paradise that’s regularly ranked as one of the top dog parks in the country. Cosmo Dog Park is being named the nation's fourth-best dog park by Dog Fancy magazine.

Cosmo Dog Park Gilbert AZ
Cosmo Dog Park

There are several different areas for different types of dogs and activities. "Timid Dog Area" for smaller breeds or puppies. "Fenced Dog Park Area" for run and play. "Wet Dog Area" is a Dog Waterpark, it for dogs to wade and swim in and even a dock where dogs can run and jump into the water.

Cosmo Dog Park Gilbert AZ

Dog Park Amenities:
  • Area lighting for night use
  • Pet drinking fountains & wash stations
  • Separate use areas for active and timid dogs
  • Ramada, tables and benches
  • Trash receptacles
  • "Mutt-Mitt" waste disposal stations
Dog Park Rules:
  1. Dog owners must carry a leash
  2. Owners must clean up after their dogs
  3. Limit 3 dogs per visit
  4. Dogs must be under voice control and in sight of owners
  5. Dogs exhibiting aggressive behavior must be leashed
  6. Dogs must be licensed and vaccinated
  7. Puppies using the park must be older than 4 months
  8. Spayed or neutered animals recommended
  9. No smoking or food allowed within the fenced area
  10. Dogs "in season" not allowed
  11. Owners are responsible to cover holes or turf damage caused by pets
  12. Children running or chasing after dogs is prohibited
  13. Park users and dog owners assume all risks related to the dog park 
Cosmo Dog Park
Park Hour: 5:30 am-10:00 pm (not affected by Holidays)

Monday, September 15, 2014

Gilbert August 2014 Market Update

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Gilbert Real Estate & Homes for Sale August 2014 Housing Market Update and Statistics

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Median Sold Price (Single Family Homes) in Gilbert (by zipcode) 
August 2013 - August 2014

Gilbert August 2014 Real Estate Market Highlight:
  • Active Listing (Inventory) has Increased 43.6% from August 2013
  • Number of Homes sold has Decreased 14.0% from July 2014
  • Median Sold Price has Decreased 0.5% from July 2014
  • Days on Market (DOM) has Increased 11.0% from July 2014
  • 80% of Single Family Homes sold are Traditional Sale
  • Most Expensive House Sold in Gilbert August 2014, sold at $1,350,000 in Circle G Estados at Seville click here to view
  • Observation: Leading towards Buyer’s Market 
    • Buyer has more negotiation power to buy 
    • Seller has to price competitively to sell
Gilbert AZ August 2014 Housing Market Update

August 2014 Market Statistics
* Active Listing
# Sold
** Price/SQFT
Gilbert
1427
398
$128
85233
179
63
$128
85234
250
70
$128
85295
223
68
$124
85296
225
72
$125
85297
218
68
$126
85298
333
57
$136

* Active Listing as 9/2/14
** Price/SQFT as 9/15/14
source armls. Information is deemed to be reliable, but is not guaranteed

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Keller Williams Realty

15905 S 46th St #160
Phoenix , AZ , 85048
480-721-6253

Swee Ng, Realtor with Keller Williams Realty who live, work and play in Gilbert AZ, specialize in Residential Resale, First Time Home Buyer and Investment Homes.
Call 480.721.6253 today for complimentary consultation. Buyer's Representation Services (NO COST TO HOMEBUYERS)

Tuesday, September 9, 2014

3 Must-Knows Before You List Your Home for Sale

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Selling Your Home in Gilbert: 3 Must-Knows Before You List

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Sometimes the hardest part of selling a home is making the decision to sell your home in Gilbert AZ. Our homes give us roots, provide sanctuary, house memories and, hopefully, give us some financial security. It's a huge decision to sell a home.

Once made, however, additional decisions will come fast and furious, so take some time now, before the frenzy, to understand three salient points about the successful sale of a home in today's real estate marketplace.
Selling Your Home in Gilbert AZ

What is Market Value?
One of the most challenging aspects of selling a home in Gilbert is determining the list price. Many homeowners will go online to find homes nearby that are for sale and base their price assumption on those that are most similar.

The list price of a home, however, is a fantasy. It represents an amount of money the seller thinks, or hopes the home will bring. Until the home sells, he may be right or he may be wrong.

Buyers set market value for homes. What a knowledgeable, willing, and unpressured buyer pays for a home is the home's true market value. Therefore, when pricing a home for the market, one must always look at the sold prices of similar homes nearby.

This is the method both real estate agents and appraisers use when determining a home's market value.

First Impressions Matter
Think back to when you were house hunting. Were there houses that you arrived at that you just couldn't bear to get out of the car to look at? Chipped or peeling paint, sagging window and door screens, and overgrown or dead landscaping do not make a good first impression.

Before you do anything else, clean your house, inside and out. Make cosmetic repairs, especially outdoors where the house makes its first impression. Even if it's merely a new coat of paint on the front door, shiny new house numbers and some fresh mulch in the planting beds, it may help folks want to see more.

Don't neglect the interior either. If you don't know where to start, take a look at some websites with ideas on how to declutter and stage the home.

Don't Attempt This on Your Own
I know what you're thinking: Of course a real estate agent is going to tell me not to take the for-sale-by-owner route. So, I won't ask you to take just my word for it. Let's look at the cold, hard numbers.

First, only 9 percent of homeowners attempt to sell their homes without the aid of an agent, according to the National Association of Realtors® (NAR). Of those, almost half said they took this route because they were selling their home to someone they knew.

The next most commonly stated reason that a homeowner gave for not using an agent was that he or she didn't want to pay the real estate commission. That's understandable when one isn't sure exactly what an agent does to get a home sold. Once you get a look at that list, you'll understand that you definitely get what you pay for.

You should also take into consideration the fact that a home that is for sale by the owner is considered a bargain to most homebuyers. Many will walk in expecting you to kick back some of that money you're saving by not using an agent. This is why, according to NAR, homes sold by agents sell for 16 percent more than those sold by owner.

Selling a home is a big deal and, thankfully, something we don't often do. When it's time to sell yours, start with the basics, as outlined above, and you'll be ready to list your home before you know it.

Selling Your Home in Gilbert AZ?
Contact Us or call Swee Ng, Gilbert real estate agent at 480.721.6253 today to discuss your potential Gilbert AZ Housed Value and our comprehensive marketing plan. We will prepare complimentary competitive market analysis (CMA) to find out what your Home is worth at today’s market. You also can go to www.GilbertAZHouseValue.com to find out what your Gilbert house is worth instantly.

Swee Ng, Realtor with Keller Williams Realty who live, work and play in Gilbert AZ, specialize in Residential Resale, First Time Home Buyer and Investment Homes. Call 480.721.6253 today for complimentary consultation.
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Monday, September 8, 2014

August 2014 Homes near Val Vista Academy Market Update

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Homes for Sale near Val Vista Academy | August 2014 Market Update & Statistics

Posted on September 8

Single Family Detached - Median & Average Sold Price (August 2014)
5 Miles from Val Vista Academy (Elliot Rd, Hunt Hwy, Arizone Ave, Sossaman Rd)

August 2014 Market Highlight:
  • Median Sold Price has Increased 6.0% from August 2013
  • Number of house sold has Decreased 5.9% from July 2014
  • Active Listing (Inventory) has Decreased 1.0% from July 2014
  • Number of Rental Listing has Increased 7.4% from July 2014
  • Most Expensive home sold at $917,077. Click here to view
  • Market Insight: Leading towards Buyer's Market
    • Buyer: Buyer has more negotiation power to buy
    • Seller: Has to price competitively to sell
Homes near Val Vista Academy July 2014 Market Update
August 2014 Statistics
Median Sold Price $266,000
Average Sold Price $298,468
For Sale Active Listing 1339
Pending 349
Sold 401
For Rent Active Listing 292

As 9/2/14. source armls. Information is deemed to be reliable, but is not guaranteed.

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Selling Your Home?
Contact Us or call Swee Ng, real estate agent at 480.721.6253 today to discuss your potential House Value and our comprehensive marketing plan. We will prepare complimentary competitive market analysis (CMA) to find out what your home is worth at today’s market.

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Keller Williams Realty

15905 S 46th St #160
Phoenix , AZ , 85048
480-721-6253

Swee Ng, Realtor with Keller Williams Realty who live, work and play in Gilbert AZ, specialty in Residential Resale, First Time Home Buyer and Investment Homes.

Sunday, September 7, 2014

Gateway Crossing Gilbert AZ 85295 Homes for Sale

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Gateway Crossing Real Estate, House Value and Homes for Sale | Gilbert AZ 85295

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Gateway Crossing also known as Gateway Village is located at SW of Power and Ray Road in Gilbert AZ 85295. Homes in Gateway Crossing were built in early 2000 and ranging from around 1,100 - over 2,500 sq/ft. Gateway Crossing community feature community pool and spa, walking/biking trails, play grounds and green space. Gateway Pointe Elementary School - 'A' Ratings from Arizona Department of Education is located at south of the community.

Gateway Crossing, Gilbert AZ 85295


Conveniently Located in Gateway Crossing
Residents in Cottonwood Crossing enjoy near by shopping Gateway Towne Center, grocery stores, restaurant and other amenities.

Gateway Crossing community and Demographic Information
Gain valuable insight into the Gateway Crossing community by looking at household incomes, crime risk, education levels attained and weather information. Use the map to locate points of interest like shopping, restaurants, and health care services.

School near Gateway Crossing
Gateway Crossing community is served by the Higley Unified School District. Children in Gateway Crossing community attend Gateway Elementary, Cooley Middle School and Williams Field High School. Access Gilbert 85295 school detailed information on the Higley Unified School District, school ratings, test scores by grade, student-teacher ratio, and much more.

Affordable Financing Options
Several low down payment financing options including; FHA 3.5% 0.5% Down Financing, VA ZERO Down Financing, Conventional Financing and others are available. Contact Us to find out what loan programs you qualify for. Learn more about how to buy a house in Gilbert AZ with a low down payment.

Free Gilbert 85295 Market Report
Sign Up for Free Gilbert AZ 85295 Market Report. The data used this Gilbert 85295 Market Report is consolidated from multiple sources and includes current listings, recent sales, and more. Whether you’re a buyer or seller, the knowledge you gain will help put you in control of your real estate transactions.



Selling Your Home in Gateway Crossing?
Contact Us or call Swee Ng, Gilbert real estate agent at 480.721.6253 today to discuss your potential Gateway Crossing House Value and our comprehensive marketing plan. We will prepare complimentary competitive market analysis (CMA) to find out what your home is worth at today’s market.

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Ready to Sell?
  • Call 480.721.6253 or Contact Us to schedule a Complimentary & NO OBLIGATION Seller Consultation
  • Go to sell.sweephoenixhomes.com for Comprehensive Marketing Plan when list with us
  • Click here to Check your Gilbert home's value instantly
  • Click here and Enter your zipcode and find out Market Snapshot for Free
  • Not Thinking of Selling Right Now? – Text Update to 480.788.6408 and Your Zip Code and I will send you the following update on the 1st of every month. NO SPAM – JUST ONE INFORMATIVE TXT PER MONTH
Ready to Buy?
  • Call 480.721.6253 or Contact Us to schedule a Complimentary & NO OBLIGATION Buyer Consultation
  • TXT AZ246 to 32323 to Download My GPS enabled Mobile App and Browse Homes on your smartphone
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Keller Williams Realty

15905 S 46th St #160
Phoenix , AZ , 85048
480-721-6253


Swee Ng, Realtor with Keller Williams Realty who live, work and play in Gilbert AZ, specialty in Residential Resale, First Time Home Buyer and Investment Homes.

Friday, September 5, 2014

What is a Contingency when Buying a Home?

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What is a Contingency when Buying a Homes in Gilbert AZ?

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Think of the word "contingency" as akin to "if." When a homebuyer signs a contract agreeing to the purchase of a home, she is saying, "I agree to purchase this home in Gilbert for this amount of money if …" The "if" is the contingency.

Contingencies are those items that must come to pass before the sale finalizes. The list of possible contingencies is endless – you could tell a seller that you'll purchase his home if his dog turns into a pig, sprouts wings and flies away. You could do that, although you probably wouldn't get the house.

What is a Contingency when Buying a Homes in Gilbert AZ

Contingencies in a real estate contract also represent steps along the way that allow the buyer to back out of the deal without losing her earnest money deposit or incurring a lawsuit.

Contingencies may be scattered throughout a contract. Let's take a look at some of the more common real estate contract contingencies.

Loan Approval
This is generally the first contingency listed in the contract. For instance, in the Arizona Association of Realtors® Residential Purchase Agreement, it is on page 2, section 2b.

Loan Contingency: Buyer's obligation to complete this sale is contingent upon Buyer obtaining loan approval for the loan described in the AAR Loan Status Update ("LSU") form without Prior to Document ("PTD") conditions no later then three (3) days prior to the COE Date. If Buyer is unable to obtain loan approval without PTD conditions, Buyer shall deliver a notice of the inability to obtain loan approval with PTD conditions to Seller or Escrow Company no later than three (3) days prior to the COE Date/

Unfulfilled Loan Contingency: This Contract shall be cancelled and Buyer shall be entitled to a return of the earnest money if after diligent and good faith effort, Buyer is unable to obtain loan approval without PTD conditions no later than three (3) days prior to the COE Date. Buyer acknoledge that prepaid items paid separately from earnest money are not refundable.

The loan approval contingency is one that the seller's agent will scrutinize when first going over your offer, and for good reason. The seller will be removing his home from the market if he accepts your offer and taking a chance that your loan will come through. The longer you take to get loan approval, the longer his home is off the market. If you end up being denied the loan, the seller has lost valuable marketing time.

Most contingencies work this way: Even if the contract states a time period, the buyer can choose a time frame that is more to her liking and hope the seller is OK with it.

Home Inspection
The home inspection offers the buyer an opportunity to determine, through the help of a professional, if there is anything wrong with the home's structure and major systems. It is a visual inspection only, so don't plan on finding out if there's something brewing behind the walls.

Most inspection contingencies state that you have the right to back out of the contract if the results of the inspection aren't satisfactory. Others may state that you can back out if the seller refuses to remedy any problems. Decide ahead of time how you want your inspection contingency worded.

If the inspection turns up items in need of replacement or repair, you can ask the seller to fix the problems, to deduct the cost of the repairs from the price of the house, to credit you back the money to fix them (if the lender allows this) or you can walk away from the purchase and receive your earnest money deposit back.

As stated in Arizona Association of Realtors® Residential Purchase Agreement page 5 section 6a, Buyer's Inspection Periods shall be ten (10) days after contract acceptance. After 10 days inspection periods, Buyer has 3 options:
  • Accept premises as current conditions and no corrections or repairs are requested
  • Premises Rejected
  • Buyer elects to provide Seller an opportunity to correct the disapproved items
Seller has 5 days to response to Buyer's request.

Sale of the Buyer's Property
It's often an immense juggling act to sell one house before you close on another. In these cases, buyers frequently make the purchase of the new home contingent on the successful sale of their current home.

Whether a seller will accept an offer with this contingency depends on a number of factors. In a seller's market this contingency is typically rejected. When there are few buyers competing for homes, however, sellers are more motivated to accept less-than-ideal offers.

The seller's personal situation may play into his decision as well. If he needs to sell his home quickly, he may reject your offer, or counter it, asking for the contingency to be removed from the offer.

Inspection of HOA Documents
If the property you hope to purchase is in a community with a homeowners association, you will be provided with a mountain of documents. These include, but aren't limited to:
  • Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs) - These include pet policies, parking rules, rules for the use of on-site amenities, exterior décor, landscaping restrictions and more
  • The HOA Budget - This includes important information about where the money goes and whether the reserve account contains enough money to meet emergencies
  • HOA Board Meeting Minutes - The meeting minutes will let you take a peek behind the scenes and find out what type of issues the board generally deals with, what actions they have taken against homeowners, and if there has been any discussion about raising fees or levying special assessments
  • Governing Documents - Sometimes called bylaws, these documents let you know how elections are run, how a homeowner can go about getting a seat on the board, and the length of each member's term. You'll need the time to read through each document carefully, especially to determine if there is any pending litigation against the HOA or the developer. If there is, your lender may deny the loan. Ensure that you are provided adequate time to either read the paperwork yourself or have your lawyer go over it.
Appraisal Contingency
Unless you are paying cash for the home, the appraisal contingency is second in importance only to the loan approval contingency. The appraised value of the home represents the maximum amount of money the lender will give you. If the lender's appraiser determines that the home isn't worth what you've agreed to pay for it, you have several options:
  • Ask the seller to lower the home's price to the appraised value
  • Increase the amount of your down payment to reduce the loan amount
  • A combination of the first two; the seller reduces the price and you add more cash to meet the appraised amount
  • Ask for a new appraisal. This only works if the appraiser made mistakes or if you or the seller can add information that the appraiser didn't take into account
  • Walk away from the purchase
  • Your real estate agent is your best source of information on the various contingencies in a real estate contract. Follow your agent's advice about staying on task during the process so that you can formally remove the contingencies by the dates specified.
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Thursday, September 4, 2014

Celebrating your birthday in Gilbert

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Celebrating your birthday in Gilbert AZ

Birthday is import to you. It is not just cake and candles. It is the day to celebrate your life. A variety of businesses offer freebies and discount on your birthday. Feel free to share this with family & friends.
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Wednesday, September 3, 2014

Can Pets Hurt Gilbert Home Sale?

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Can Pets Hurt Gilbert Home Sale?

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Dogs do the darndest things when they're bored. Take Squishy, for instance. Lauren came home late one night from her job as a nurse to find that Squishy –her usually well-mannered dog – had torn her sofa to shreds, right down to the woody skeleton.

Wading through the chunks of foam and scraps of distressed leather, she noticed something else: Squishy had enough time to not only disassemble the sofa but also to chew up the living room baseboards.

While a ruined sofa won't impact a home's value, gnarled-on baseboards most definitely will.

Can Pets Hurt Gilbert Home Sale?

Americans Love Their Pets
Over 43 million American households own a dog, and over 36 million own at least one cat, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association. It's unclear how many of these households are owner-occupied and how many rented, but since 65.5 percent of Americans own their homes, it's probably safe to say that many pet owners are also homeowners.

The various dog-shaming websites prove that pets behaving badly is sometimes funny – especially if it's someone else's pet acting up. When it's your cat or a neighbor's pooch committing the atrocities, though, you may pay dearly with a lowered resale value on your home.

Impact on Home Value
Time business and money writer Brad Tuttle claims that pets "can potentially do pretty much the same thing to your home's value that some pets do on the rug." He goes on to credit a New England real estate agent for determining that owning a pet may have a negative impact on your home's resale value.

As evidence, the agent cited a cat owner's condo that sold for up to $30,000 less than it should have because of damage caused by the pets.

Then, there's the noise factor. Whining, barking dogs in a neighborhood can bring down resale home values by between 5 to 10 percent, Appraisal Institute's Richard L. Borges tells Business Insider.

There isn't much you can do about a neighbor's dog, but there is plenty you can do about your own.

De-Pet Your Home
Just as you'll need to clean and declutter your home before it goes on the market, you'll also need to de-pet it. This involves getting rid of not only any damage the pet has caused, but also the hair, stains and, most of all, odors.

Start by getting rid of the hair. You'll need a heavy-duty vacuum for the job. Consider having the upholstered furniture dry-cleaned, launder or dry-clean the drapes, and shampoo the carpets.

Carpet: The Stink Magnet
Cat urine in the carpet is one of the hardest odors to get rid of, according to Neeraj Gupta, director of product research and development at ServiceMaster Clean. "Oftentimes," he tells MSN's Marcie Geffner, "you have to remove the carpet, remove the pad and seal the floor, and then replace the carpet and the pad."

If you think you can fix the problem by shampooing the carpet, you may want to pay close attention to those areas your pet chooses to use as a restroom.

First, though, you'll need to find those spots. Christopher Solomon of MSN Real Estate says that not all of the spots will be visible to the naked eye. He suggests that you consider purchasing a battery-powered ultraviolet light – also known as a black light. They are inexpensive and, used in a totally dark room, can pinpoint every bodily fluid that has landed on the carpet.

Other Flooring
If you have a hard-surface floor, you may think you've squeaked by the pet-odor problem. Think again. Even some hard surfaces can absorb urine. You'll need a chemical deodorizer and cleaner to rid the floor of the odor. If it lingers, you may need to strip and repaint, varnish or otherwise seal the floor.

Walls
If you own a dog, you are probably familiar with how they seem to love rubbing against the walls. Walk through your home with your eyes cast on walls and interior doors at doggy height and you'll no doubt notice discolored areas. Sometimes a Magic Eraser will remove the marks. If you've lived in the home for a long time, you may need to repaint to remove the doggy odor.

Cats like walls too – especially male cats, who tend to spray vertical surfaces, such as the backs of chairs and walls, according to the experts at Cornell University, College of Veterinary Medicine. Ask your veterinarian what she recommends to clean and deodorize the walls.

Showings
Your real estate agent will suggest that you not be home during showings. There are a number of reasons for this, but the most significant is that buyers are more relaxed if the homeowner isn't hanging around.

The National Association of Realtors® suggests removing the pet from the home during showings as well. If you'll be home, this is easy, just take the dog for a walk or drive.

If you will be working during showings, you'll need to come up with an alternative for your pet. Here are a few places to take your dog during showings:
  • Doggie Daycare – This one is ideal. The dog gets a day of socializing and playing, and potential buyers get to tour the home in solitude
  • Groomer – An obvious win-win
  • Veterinarian – Use the opportunity to get the dog or cat a checkup and shots
  • Professional Dog Walker – Hire a dog walker to remove the dog from the home during showings.
Life is chaotic and full of unexpected events when your house is on the market. It's important to remain flexible and accommodate last-minute showings if you want to get the home sold. While pets may be members of the family, they are distractions to buyers, so it's important to decide beforehand how you'll deal with them while the home is for sale.

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