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We celebrate Memorial Day as a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation’s service. In contrast, Veterans Day honors all who have served. 1.1 million Americans have died in all the nation’s wars.

At Arlington National Cemetery, three unknown servicemen are buried at the Tomb of the Unknowns. Memorial Day is observed with the laying of a wreath at the Tomb, which is guarded by the U.S. Army 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

The National Moment of Remembrance encourages all Americans to pause wherever they are at 3 p.m. local time on Memorial Day for a minute of silence to remember and honor those who have died in service to the nation.

May you remember those that have served lost their lives for our freedoms! May we also remember those that are serving now on our behalf!

Take the time this holiday to honor the men and women of the U.S. Military who have made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country!

Reporting resale single family residences and condos as well as new homes

* % Change is from the same period last year

MARICOPA	AZMA	Median Price			Sales Volume
Community	Zip Code	1Q2009	% Chg*	$/SqFt	1Q2009	% Chg*
All homes		$140,000	-39.5%	$74	17,070	17.9%
AVONDALE	85323	$107,000	-45.3%	$55	270	109.3%
AVONDALE	85392	$119,000	-44.4%	$64	239	79.7%
BUCKEYE	85326	$101,760	-39.3%	$46	469	64.6%
BUCKEYE	85396	$185,611	-18.7%	$75	184	-37.8%
CAREFREE	85377	$462,450	-30.2%	$187	21	162.5%
CASHION	85329	$36,750	n/a	$26	6	n/a
CAVE CREEK	85331	$322,500	-21.3%	$138	116	-10.1%
CHANDLER	85224	$154,326	-28.2%	$110	111	16.8%
CHANDLER	85225	$139,450	-33.9%	$90	213	13.9%
CHANDLER	85226	$219,950	-9.3%	$123	83	-25.9%
CHANDLER	85248	$250,000	-27.5%	$116	133	-46.4%
CHANDLER	85249	$289,800	-24.4%	$107	207	-18.2%
CHANDLER	85286	$271,000	-9.7%	$111	121	1.7%
EL MIRAGE	85335	$73,250	-50.7%	$48	303	194.2%
FOUNTAIN HILLS	85268	$298,000	-26.8%	$156	124	-20.0%
GILBERT	85233	$166,000	-31.8%	$97	112	-11.8%
GILBERT	85234	$200,000	-25.9%	$98	183	5.2%
GILBERT	85295	$190,000	-20.1%	$93	269	14.5%
GILBERT	85296	$184,908	-23.3%	$98	199	19.2%
GILBERT	85297	$220,000	-17.2%	$95	173	10.2%
GILBERT	85298	$260,680	-19.8%	$93	149	-15.8%
GLENDALE	85301	$44,950	-70.0%	$35	161	126.8%
GLENDALE	85302	$110,000	-39.7%	$64	105	38.2%
GLENDALE	85303	$81,750	-61.1%	$52	203	238.3%
GLENDALE	85304	$114,000	-35.6%	$72	79	2.6%
GLENDALE	85305	$190,250	-45.7%	$76	52	6.1%
GLENDALE	85306	$103,500	-46.9%	$72	53	35.9%
GLENDALE	85307	$99,200	-41.6%	$56	45	400.0%
GLENDALE	85308	$185,000	-19.9%	$96	193	10.9%
GLENDALE	85310	$203,297	-23.9%	$104	65	27.5%
GOODYEAR	85338	$138,550	-37.0%	$65	328	22.8%
GOODYEAR	85395	$232,500	-26.4%	$82	171	10.3%
LAVEEN	85339	$144,000	-33.9%	$61	297	8.4%
LITCHFIELD PARK	85340	$188,950	-29.6%	$74	169	59.4%
MESA	85201	$82,650	-42.6%	$65	92	39.4%
MESA	85202	$131,136	-36.0%	$86	82	24.2%
MESA	85203	$120,000	-44.2%	$75	83	56.6%
MESA	85204	$89,900	-47.4%	$64	194	120.5%
MESA	85205	$118,900	-31.9%	$88	104	5.1%
MESA	85206	$140,000	-27.6%	$97	123	-50.2%
MESA	85207	$268,863	-29.1%	$106	195	10.8%
MESA	85208	$115,500	-35.8%	$79	175	38.9%
MESA	85209	$165,000	-19.5%	$94	186	-3.6%
MESA	85210	$57,750	-63.9%	$56	90	42.9%
MESA	85212	$199,000	-24.9%	$83	136	-2.9%
MESA	85213	$180,000	-32.6%	$84	51	-5.6%
MESA	85215	$207,000	-27.6%	$112	43	-20.4%
NEW RIVER	85087	$219,900	-35.4%	$88	69	-2.8%
PARADISE VALLEY	85253	$750,000	-44.1%	$275	64	-16.9%
PEORIA	85345	$92,000	-46.9%	$65	212	72.4%
PEORIA	85381	$165,000	-17.8%	$84	63	-1.6%
PEORIA	85382	$180,500	-20.0%	$98	147	-2.0%
PEORIA	85383	$239,450	-22.5%	$90	282	23.7%
PHOENIX	85003	$160,000	-51.5%	$161	33	153.8%
PHOENIX	85004	$117,500	-76.5%	$73	7	-82.9%
PHOENIX	85006	$52,500	-70.8%	$48	62	67.6%
PHOENIX	85007	$42,625	-79.7%	$45	39	39.3%
PHOENIX	85008	$69,000	-55.8%	$56	109	2.8%
PHOENIX	85009	$32,000	-69.5%	$30	123	119.6%
PHOENIX	85012	$67,863	-80.9%	$77	23	27.8%
PHOENIX	85013	$133,000	-35.9%	$109	47	-9.6%
PHOENIX	85014	$152,000	-30.6%	$105	63	-37.6%
PHOENIX	85015	$65,950	-56.0%	$49	91	31.9%
PHOENIX	85016	$147,250	-39.3%	$113	139	19.8%
PHOENIX	85017	$39,188	-69.9%	$31	176	259.2%
PHOENIX	85018	$201,000	-35.7%	$141	94	-15.3%
PHOENIX	85019	$51,000	-64.6%	$35	164	248.9%
PHOENIX	85020	$128,950	-47.4%	$99	112	8.7%
PHOENIX	85021	$95,750	-54.0%	$68	62	-4.6%
PHOENIX	85022	$160,000	-27.3%	$97	120	5.3%
PHOENIX	85023	$129,500	-45.6%	$78	99	26.9%
PHOENIX	85024	$210,000	-35.2%	$112	74	-62.4%
PHOENIX	85027	$120,000	-35.0%	$90	100	-15.3%
PHOENIX	85028	$226,000	-33.8%	$116	49	-12.5%
PHOENIX	85029	$85,000	-50.0%	$58	132	73.7%
PHOENIX	85031	$35,000	-69.3%	$24	247	220.8%
PHOENIX	85032	$131,000	-40.7%	$98	202	35.6%
PHOENIX	85033	$40,000	-70.6%	$30	465	573.9%
PHOENIX	85034	$56,700	-66.6%	$64	9	-35.7%
PHOENIX	85035	$36,000	-77.1%	$29	310	416.7%
PHOENIX	85037	$67,250	-60.3%	$47	459	325.0%
PHOENIX	85040	$53,000	-65.4%	$40	110	129.2%
PHOENIX	85041	$106,500	-45.4%	$55	291	60.8%
PHOENIX	85042	$84,813	-58.6%	$54	159	22.3%
PHOENIX	85043	$86,000	-51.7%	$52	237	203.8%
PHOENIX	85044	$217,500	-10.5%	$127	100	-20.6%
PHOENIX	85045	$265,000	-19.7%	$119	55	12.2%
PHOENIX	85048	$238,250	-20.6%	$126	133	-5.7%
PHOENIX	85050	$329,153	-15.6%	$130	117	-29.9%
PHOENIX	85051	$54,950	-60.8%	$40	192	209.7%
PHOENIX	85053	$100,478	-45.1%	$65	112	86.7%
PHOENIX	85054	$298,092	-27.1%	$154	44	-49.4%
PHOENIX	85085	$265,000	-17.0%	$89	122	-8.3%
PHOENIX	85086	$220,000	-23.7%	$91	311	54.0%
PHOENIX	85083	$277,500	-22.5%	$93	104	-27.3%
QUEEN CREEK	85240	$118,022	-26.5%	$55	291	-28.3%
QUEEN CREEK	85242	$145,000	-29.0%	$63	424	35.9%
RIO VERDE	85263	$290,000	-49.3%	$144	8	-11.1%
SCOTTSDALE	85250	$226,500	-12.3%	$135	50	-44.4%
SCOTTSDALE	85251	$182,000	-37.3%	$131	121	-39.5%
SCOTTSDALE	85254	$290,000	-25.6%	$142	140	-17.6%
SCOTTSDALE	85255	$486,000	-36.8%	$192	244	-7.9%
SCOTTSDALE	85257	$164,330	-27.0%	$114	71	-7.8%
SCOTTSDALE	85258	$350,000	-20.5%	$188	86	-43.8%
SCOTTSDALE	85259	$419,450	-35.6%	$184	74	-8.6%
SCOTTSDALE	85260	$295,000	-23.9%	$161	104	-43.2%
SCOTTSDALE	85262	$581,000	-33.9%	$187	70	-38.1%
SCOTTSDALE	85266	$715,000	-13.3%	$211	38	-50.0%
SUN CITY	85351	$115,000	-16.8%	$80	213	-14.1%
SUN CITY	85373	$154,700	-15.0%	$80	112	-11.1%
SUN CITY WEST	85375	$167,000	-17.0%	$106	183	-18.7%
SURPRISE	85374	$137,000	-35.1%	$77	256	8.9%
SURPRISE	85379	$143,900	-30.0%	$64	420	65.4%
SURPRISE	85387	$215,000	1.2%	$115	67	-39.1%
SURPRISE	85388	$134,950	-37.4%	$62	187	26.4%
TEMPE	85281	$147,500	-55.6%	$127	38	-74.1%
TEMPE	85282	$165,000	-21.1%	$103	74	-24.5%
TEMPE	85283	$199,000	-5.2%	$115	70	-29.3%
TEMPE	85284	$316,500	-10.2%	$150	42	-36.4%
TOLLESON	85353	$110,000	-44.2%	$52	241	25.5%
TONOPAH	85354	$112,000	-49.0%	$58	9	-25.0%
WADDELL	85355	$225,995	-6.7%	$81	79	-4.8%
WICKENBURG	85390	$242,500	6.9%	$146	22	-35.3%
WITTMANN	85361	$170,500	-41.2%	$79	37	85.0%
YOUNGTOWN	85363	$102,000	-25.3%	$54	40	135.3%

	Feb 25, 2009 – Existing-Home Sales NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun reports on the latest existing home sales numbers in January 2009. 07:46 minutes
	March 9, 2009 – Pending Sales NAR Chief Economist Sales Lawrence Yun talks about March 2009 existing-home sales (EHS) survey data at an April 23, 2009 press conference at NAR headquarters in Washington, DC. 07:35 minutes
	April 1, 2009 – Pending Home Sales Up Realtor(R) Magazine talks with NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun about pending home sales report released April 1, 2009. 04:41 minutes Economic Stimulus: Impact on Housing

Drop in metro Phoenix foreclosures

“Valley foreclosures and pre-foreclosures both fell in April, while the number of foreclosure cancellations climbed. All good indicators for the housing market as long as they continue. Trustee notices, or pre foreclosures, fell to 9,092 in April from 10,689 in March, reports data research firm Information Market. Actual foreclosures, trustee deeds, fell to 3,103 last month from March’s 3,377. Cancellations fell by 500 in April to 2,668. Also, fewer foreclosures are going back to the lender, which could signal more short sales going through and investors buying homes at trustee auctions. About 89 percent of Valley foreclosures went back to the lender in April. In March and for most of the past year, about 95 percent of all foreclosures have gone back to the lender.” See entire article with Catherine Reagor

There were some changes to the USDA “Rural” Housing Program which still allows 100% financing.  The maximum income limit used to start at $50k/year but that limit has now been raised to $73,600 per year ($97,150 for a family of 5 or more).

If you are looking to live in parts of Pinal County, you can still buy a home with “no money down” if you qualify for a program called the USDA rural home loan program.

The USDA rural home loan program is designed to help people buy homes that are “designated” as rural areas with as little money out-of-pocket as possible. The average out of pocket expense for a borrower who was financing their home with a USDA loan was less than $200 for 2008.

Some of the cities in Arizona that have access to this program are Buckeye, Queen Creek, Florence, Maricopa (the city), Payson, Prescott Valley,  Kingman and parts of and Anthem to name a few.

The greater Phoenix and Tucson areas are excluded as is Flagstaff.  The property must be a primary residence and qualification for the loan includes the typical income, asset and 620 credit score.

Only those counties with ineligible areas are listed below. All other counties are completely eligible. Please select a county from the map or from the Quick list to view ineligible area.

Quick list of Counties containing ineligible areas Cochise Coconino Maricopa Mohave Pima Pinal Yavapai Yuma

Arizona Foreclosures are at an all time high. Over one in every 147 homes received a foreclosure filing in February 2009, making Arizona the second highest state to be feeling the negative impact of the current housing crisis. ( read full article here ) But while there are many resources and tips on Arizona foreclosures available online, there is another national and local epidemic on the rise.

As short sales in Arizona increase month over month so do the investors and fly by night firms that seek to make a profit during a time of calamity. While it is no secret that scams are always floating around out there it does seem to come as a surprise to many that it’s happening in the foreclosure industry at an alarming rate.

Arizona lender’s start the foreclosure procedure by filing what is called a Notice of Trustee Sale. This notice is then submitted to the county recorder and becomes public information that can be attained by the malicious con artists that are laying in wait as if your money is the prey. There are a number of methods used by these predators ranging from constant spam mail claiming to be offering their services in reducing your loan to pesky phone calls or fliers on your door.

But have no fear! While the sinister companies and investors embark on their campaign of scam and spam there are still many legitimate tips on how to avoid foreclosure scams.

Checking it once, checking it twice: The Department of Housing and Urban Development ( HUD ) has a website that allows for an easy search for government approved foreclosure counseling agencies. This is as good a place to start as any if you’re looking for a legitimate company or wish to check to see if the company that has contacted you can be verified. Their toll free number is (800)-CALL-FHA or (800)-225-5342

Pay to stay: Don’t be fooled into thinking you have to fork over thousands of dollars to some company to garner assistance. Many of the HUD approved companies listed on the website above offer little to no cost services. Be wary of working with any foreclosure assistance companies who require a fee before providing you a solution.

Ask and don’t assume: Pay close attention to anything you sign. Don’t agree to anything on paper if you have any questions. Feel free to ask the company for clarification or even fact check it for yourself. Many fraudulent lenders or investors will try to use a variety of shady tactics like trying to take your home’s equity, offering debt consolidation efforts that they are not licensed to perform or even pressuring you into bankruptcy which only suspends a foreclosure but does not stop it. Remember to have everything in writing and only sign it if you’re comfortable with it and have no further questions on any of the details or process.

Get a second opinion: Some people never take the first box of cereal off the shelf. It’s safe to apply this kind of mentality when seeking foreclosure assistance to avoid a scam. Many reputable companies are offering foreclosure aide in the Phoenix real estate market and all over the valley. It’s always a good idea to talk to two or more agencies before making your decision. Be sure to make a list of questions or concerns before hand so that the level of information gathered from each resource can help you build a better contrast. Then if the first company you sought out is your final choice you can rest easier knowing you made an educated decision and compared.

Lastly, while this isn’t exactly a tip, there are places where you can report foreclosure scams that you have been spammed by or even dealt with and were blind sided. This kind of activity can be reported to the state and local consumer protection agencies found at the Federal Citizen’s Information Center.  While we can’t necessarily stem the rise of Phoenix foreclosures or those across the Valley we can do our part to protect ourselves and each other from those seeking earnings from misfortune.

The holiday season is usually relatively quiet, but six ZIP codes posted record numbers for single family detached home sales during December.

These were: Phoenix zip codes 85035, 85041, Maricopa zip code 85238, Queen Creek 85240, Casa Grande zip code 85294 and Buckeye zip code 85326. 

Below you will find the current residential homes on the market for these same zip codes. As well, the most current listings for the week:

Phoenix Homes for sale in zip code 85035		New Listings this week in zip code 85035
Phoenix Homes for sale in zip code 85041		New Listings this week in zip code 85041
Maricopa Homes for sale in zip code 85238		New Listings this week in zip code 85238
Queen Creek Homes for sale in zip code 85240		New Listings this week in zip code 85240
Casa Grande Homes for sale in zip code 85294		New Listings this week in zip code 85294
Buckeye Homes for sale in zip code 85326		New Listings this week in zip code 85326

 

Gilbert, Arizona sadly has lost one of their own, Talmage Dennis Barney (62). As most of you know T. Dennis Barney passed away January 5, 2009. His viewing is this evening at their family home on Honeysuckle and the funeral will be tomorrow morning. Details shared at the bottom.

I had the privilege to know Dennis, Ann and children as a member of same congregation where we attended church in Gilbert. Both Dennis and Ann are amazing individuals and just to be a small acquaintance many years ago was enough to know the pillar of strength of this giant of a man!

My very first encounter meeting Dennis was back in 1980 when my husband and I were purchasing carpet for our very first home. He owned and operated the Carpet Company in Mesa, Arizona. Being a newly wed bride, I didn’t know many in the construction industry, however my husband at the time knew Dennis already working with him on various construction jobs that Dennis had his ties too.

His career spanned banking, custom-home building and land development, and he held leadership positions with the United Food Bank and Greater Phoenix Economic Council. Dennis Barney’s companies, CDB Properties, The Carpet Company and Landmark Properties, were part of a multi-faceted development undertaking he started after going into a mobile home park business as a young man with his father.  Dennis teamed with other developers to build such fashionable communities as Val Vista Lakes, Circle G Ranches and Gilbert’s new mall, San Tan Village.

His most celebrated work began in 2005 when he and the Mormon Church accomplished a task that the City of Mesa had not been able to do for decades: turn a blighted neighborhood into a gateway for tourists and visitors headed to the historic temple. Barney quietly spent nearly $4 million to purchase and refurbish 21 houses over four years in the area just east of Mesa’s original square-mile town site.

I, personally will remember Dennis with his kindness toward the youth of the church, he kindness to help others, willingness to take a minute of his busy schedule to acknowledge you, he truly was a Godsend to this earth and will be greatly missed.  Dennis and his family gave so much to the Gilbert, Mesa community and surrounding cities, his name will be forever remembered with all that he gave unselfishly.

Carol McCormick, president of the Mesa United Way is quoted saying, “He is one of a kind,…He was not only a donor of money, he spent a lot of his personal time helping young people to make prudent decisions in their lives. He found it meaningful to help guide young people into adulthood and counsel them in making good decisions. He believed very strongly in helping others in the community. He had a great heart.”

Landmark Properties had been one of the United Way’s Cornerstone Companies, meaning that it paid for fundraising and administrative costs so more of the charity’s revenue is distributed directly to agencies.

Dennis’s family has set up a tribute with a family blog in his honor to have those who knew him over the years to share of your memories of Dennis. I hope you take a moment to share any thoughts or comments that will help relieve some of the pain and loss the Barney family is experiencing.

The words that come to mind of the fine man Dennis was and will live on through his legacy is stellar, pillar, solid, friend, father, husband, brother, volunteer, service, Christ like, giver, gently, big as life, love, fellowship, passionate, but mostly his love of God, Family and his fellow man. If we can only take one of many examples he touched our lives with through the years he shared his life with us, this world would be a better place.

My condolences go out to Ann Barney, their children and loves ones that your pain will be softened by the wonderful memories of a father, husband, brother, son, friend, co-worker, partner .  May his example be a lesson to the entire community that Service to your God, your fellowman, the love of family weighs more in your legacy than any riches. Dennis was the richest man I know! Thank you for the flicker of a moment you touched our lives.

Sincerely, Candace, (David) Cory, Kip & Karly Robinson

A viewing will be held from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, at the Barney home, 1075 N. Honeysuckle Lane in Gilbert. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Val Vista Stake Center, 1005 N. Voyager, Gilbert. The funeral service also will be broadcast at the LDS Institute of Religion, Tempe, Arizona University Stake, 1000 W. McAllister Ave., Tempe; LDS Chapel, 1150 E. Guadalupe Road, Gilbert; and LDS Chapel, 1483 N. Driftwood Drive, Gilbert. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the United Food Bank at (480) 926-4897, Arizona Interfaith Movement at (602) 261-6704, or General Missionary Fund of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Other sites to support the Barney family:

• Memories of Talmage Dennis Barney
• Family Watch Memoriam
• Guest Book for T. Dennis Barney
• AzCentral.com article – Valley LDS Leader, Developer dies at 62
• East Valley Tribune – Guest Book for T. Dennis Barney

This is that time of year that most everyone of us reflects back on the past twelve months and does an inventory of our successes, failures and list of goals met or unmet! I’ve never been one to try and set too many ‘new year’ resolutions as I am not crazy about failure!  Sounds crazy I know, however most that own their own business are always encouraged to get on it at the new year to set your goals and business plan ahead, jump in with two feet and set those deadlines and benchmarks! That’s just not me, I’m not sure why I’ve never conformed to the norm, if that is the norm!

I know silently over the years I have often had a self pep talk about possibly leaving those pounds behind or get better at paper organization, filing or perhaps learn a new task, take a college course…but to write it down just is not my thing. I’m pretty certain that some that I know in some circles I run might call me on this.  Most successful mentors, coaches or instructors would highly recommend to set realistic goals and hit the mark, but to write it down. So why can’t I?  I just haven’t done well at it? Perhaps one day…

I am that person reflecting back this time of year more so than most times throughout the year, I think that is normal…taking that full inventory of work, family and relationships, not to mention successes and failures.  I feel some kind of energetic motivation for some reason the last week of December and beginning of January that to me seems to bring change, newness, a great starting line…I’m ready to do better, improve and try something new.

So without committing too much to resolutions and setting myself up for failure, I’m going to go out on a limb and set a few goals publicly and see if this won’t help me become a better me and entrepreneur for 2009.

Before I give that list, I want to take this opportunity to share some of my accomplishments for 2008 that deserve some recognition and of course a huge ‘Thank You’ to those that have encouraged me and supported me along the way.

For those that don’t know my beginnings in real estate can catch up by reading my bio as well as an interview of how I began my career in selling Arizona real estate.  This is of course was a very critical piece to the puzzle for my career thus far in the real estate industry. Good people, great first broker and associates that guided me and helped me along the way.

I’ve since left my first broker in December 2007 to another company and broke off on my own. One year ago, December 2007 was a time in my life where uncertainly was lingering.  My fears, concerns and an abundant of self doubt almost kept me from seeing if I could make it in the ‘real’ real estate industry.  With a lot of encouraging friends in and out of the real estate community cheered me on and supported me immensely.

I began a new journey January 2008 with those quiet unwritten goals in my head, passion in my heart and desire to succeed.  With great people at my side I carried through. Along the way I learned so much to help my business prosper and grow, I met so many more encouraging friends that shared their ideas and believed in me.

I had Jay Thompson who encouraged me to jump in head first and host my own blog, Steve Belt with always something encouraging and uplifting to share who I thank endlessly who is always willing to answer my calls when I run into a snag with WordPress. Nick Bastian who is always positive and upbeat and has so much energy you can’t help but want to be around him.  Cory Robinson, my son who has encouraged his Mom to keep up the good work, his Photoshop expertise and tips have come in handy. Bill Haltom, my multi talented brother who keeps the challenge alive in me to do better and share his SEO knowledge on a weekly basis!  Justin and Tammy McHood who equally share the passion about business success and always encouraging me to take it up a notch! Ade Walker, a great writer, contributor, friend and WordPress Expert has been an enormous key player in helping me get Phoenix Arizona Real Estate Homes launched and allow me to be his ‘grasshopper’ along my journey.  For those that have allowed me to pay it forward and coach you to allow me to grow and become wiser. Desiree Daniel’s, a strong, successful and inspiring real estate professional who never stopped believing in me!  George Tallabas who was always giving uplifting encouragement every time we talked and sharing tips to improve!

I’m sure there are many more I’ve failed to mention and if I could I would list you all, however I think it’s clear that I’m so grateful and most of all for the relationships that I made with each of my readers and you this past year and look forward to many more to come!

Because of many new found friends, associates and a lot of hard work and dedication, Phoenix Arizona Real Estate Homes has come alive and I hope to continue to deliver what you want to read. I hope you find my blog worthy of subscribing too and share your comments, ideas and thoughts along the way!

Because of many of you, I’ve become addicted to WordPress Design and have had the opportunity to pay it forward to those that perhaps are where I was one year ago this month! I’ve have coached and encouraged others to host and create their own business blogs, I’ve even worked hard at sharing that with others with creating a WordPress Community Blog at www.AzRealEstateBlogs.com for those seeking to learn to strengthen their online presence, business and online marketing. With great contributors and large support of great people it has evolved into a time consuming monster in itself.  Oh don’t get me wrong, I’m not complaining as this is a great way for me to pay it forward and share what has been given to me so freely.

Because of those willing to help, share and encourage I’ve have been successful to close real estate deals consistently throughout the year and ’stay in the business’ where so many of our friends have moved on to other careers or part time jobs.  There were some lean times and fearful moments but I’m blessed and very thankful for the opportunities to have survived another year of real estate and enjoy doing what I like best, working with buyers and sellers!

Because of many encouraging friends, associates and family I have even began designing custom WordPress blogs for other professionals, I have several clients that keep me very busy through out the wee hours of the night and extra spare moments outside of working for my real estate clients.

I just can’t say enough of how honored and grateful to have met and learned so much from so many. Their willingness to help and share their knowledge throughout the last year!

I look so forward to 2009 to become a better blogger, business woman, friend, Mother, sister, Real Estate agent, entrepreneur and goal setter! I know that with great people around me, those encouraging me and great family, I will be the best I can be!

I hope to reach many of my quiet goals for 2009, create several new blogs to help my clients a better online experience, thrive in a new business adventure for coaching and custom WordPress Blog designs, lose those extra pounds that found me over the years, do some service projects throughout the year, get a little bit more intimate with my Cannon EOS Digital Rebel XTi to share my world with photos, seek out a few certified designations to my signature, provide the highest quality of customer service to my clients and overall become a stronger real estate professional in Arizona!  Heck, I am hoping this might be my year to add Associate or Designated Broker to my last name!

But most importantly, I want to become a better me in 2009 so that I can provide a better service to you, to my children and to that total stranger who seeks a new friend. May I also add a big ‘Thank You’ to those that read regularly what I write and for those that are considering reading more, feel free to subscribe to Phoenix Housing Blog and I will make it a point to implement ideas, suggestions and fresh content throughout the years!

May your 2009 find you healthy, happy and most of all prosperous in all you do! God Bless You…

Sincerely,

Candace

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