Archive for November, 2009

Riverfront Homes Reflect 2004 Pricing

Monday, November 30th, 2009

Bullhead City and the Colorado River has been a destination spot for travelers and vacationers alike. Many family traditions and fond memories have been created here for over the last 30 years. Waterfront living at its best with sun-filled days on the water mixed with fun filled nights on the town.
Living in our countries recession and depressed housing market, what should a person do? Deciding to purchase can be a stressful decision and without the luxury of a crystal ball it can be worrisome. As we review the cost per sq ft approach to sales of luxury homes on the Colorado River, we can plainly see that prices have not been this low since 2004. The quality of home that is on the market today, is generally more upgraded with luxury amenities far surpassing the amenities in the homes selling in 2004.
Will the prices slide down a bit more? We do not know. We do know that we never know when the market is bottomed out until the prices begin to increase. And then, you have missed the bottom. One thing is for certain, memories made with friends and families sharing days on the river are some of the most precious. Can a value be put on memories spent with loved ones?
According to the ILHM National Report this week the current median price per sq ft in the luxury home market is $318.00. ILHM’s data is calculated from properties on the market in the most expensive zip codes in each region. Our price per sq foot is well below this average. Perhaps today is the time to buy.

Relocation and Moving Tips in the Bullhead City, Fort Mohave, Mohave Valley Arizona areas

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009

Want the secret to an easy move? Whether you’re relocating just around the corner, renting a moving truck or are packing up the family for cross-country relocation, you’ll get the tips you need to survive. Here are some great moving tips to save you time and money.

The key is to stay organized, so check out moving checklists online to help you with your move to the Bullhead City, Fort Mohave, Mohave Valley Arizona areas. Make a list of questions to ask for either your local moving truck rental business or decide if you need to go with actually hiring a moving company.

Experts in the moving and storage industry say that, you should plan six to eight weeks in advance to book a reputable moving company. Finding that reputable company can be a challenge, however, and a little research should be done before you entrust all of your worldly possessions to professional care. Check out listings online of moving companies that allow you to compare movers and interview moving companies to find just the right one. On interstate moves, charges are based on the weight of the items to be moved, the distance to be moved, packing, and other services. Get two or three estimates well in advance of your move. Be sure to check with the Better Business Bureau about any moving company you are considering.

Renting a moving vehicle or a portable on demand moving crate can be your best and easiest option to make sure your stuff gets moved to the new place the way you want them to. If you choose to rent a moving vehicle, you can rent it the day of the move or the day before. If you really want a lot of time to make sure you can arrange your furniture and household goods in your moving vehicle, then you might consider an on demand storage unit. These units get delivered to your driveway and you have as long as you need to fill it up. Then, when it is full, you call the company and they will come and pick the container up and deliver it to storage or to your new home.

No matter which moving option you choose, you will make things a lot easier on yourself if you weed out all the “stuff” that you haven’t used in a long time and donate it or throw it out. Start packing the items you want to keep but don’t use everyday away well before the moving day. Think about this tip: get wardrobe boxes to pack clothes. By simply hanging clothes inside these boxes, you’ll save time both packing and unpacking.

Facing relocation can be scary. Let your Real Estate agent, Michael Fahey, ease the pain with packing tips, relocation advice and moving companies that specialize in relocation near and far.

Home Sales in Bullhead City Arizona Stay Strong

Wednesday, November 4th, 2009

With Virginia, New Jersey and the congressional race in New York the evening news may have something other to report on than the current real estate and economic crisis. While some Democrats are sharing their conservative views and some Republicans are sharing their liberal views, it is no wonder that the real estate market is on its ear too!
As 2009 draws near the finish line we continue to positively look forward to 2010. Comparing the last 12 weeks with the prior 12 week period we are confident that our local market is beginning to stabilize. Although the Single family homes are down slightly the under contract homes are up 7%. Competition in the market continues to decline with fewer homes coming on the market. The week of October 19th saw a peak of 31 homes going under contract. We speculate that this was directly connected to deadline date for the $8,000 first time home buyer tax credit that mandates that the homes must close escrow by November 30, 2009 to qualify.
Last week we received a call to action and Michael and I both called our Senators to ask them to vote in favor of extending the tax credit into next year as well as opening it up to return buyers. Although I have not received information that this was passed my sources are reporting that the Senate is in agreement and just waiting to for Congress hammer out the details and vote. I have heard that they may be voting soon.
This is great news for home sellers and buyers in our area In the event the current homeowners qualify for this new tax credit, I expect to see many “move up” buyers enter the market in the next few months.
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