Nick Bastian
November 20, 2009
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A while back, I said I was going to begin a series of posts with the “really?” theme associated with some of the odd things I see happen in my business. So, once again, it is time to vent just a tad… If you know me, you know that I have a pet peeve about some of the things that happen in the real estate industry. Many of these things have to […]
November 9, 2009
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Once again, it’s time for our (7th) annual turkey drive! On Sunday Nov. 22nd, I will be delivering turkeys to Phoenix Rescue Mission as they prepare to feed the homeless on Thanksgiving Day. I believe that many people have a desire to help others this time of year but find it difficult to do so because our lives are so busy. This year, the shelters need a LOT of help. If […]
October 30, 2009
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The main purpose of this blog is to provide information to you. In doing that, I have decided to ask people from within my industry to write an occasional “guest post” on topics that will be of interest to anyone wanting to know more about the real estate business or the real estate market in Arizona. Below, you will find some information about the escrow process as written by my good […]
October 13, 2009
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Short sales and foreclosures are a very large part of our market in Arizona. The short sale process can bring many more questions than answers for people facing a job loss, relocation or a need to sell a home in a market where property “values” have declined. The realities of facing short sale questions about tax consequences, debt relief, anti-deficiency judgements, and many other terms that many people are not familiar with can […]
October 1, 2009
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Foreclosures are a huge part of the real estate market in Arizona. For some, foreclosures are an opportunity, for others, they are a nightmare. Over the past several months, I have had many conversations with people about what happens to a tenant when an owner loses the home. We have all heard the horror stories of people coming home to an eviction notice and the terrible situation it can put […]
September 1, 2009
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In addition to watching our mls system and looking at a lot of homes around town, I get a LOT of email and blog updates to help keep an eye on the real estate market. While I firmly believe there is no way for anyone to give a “one size fits all” answer to the market, it is interesting to watch trends. In my opinion, you need to look closely at a specific […]
August 29, 2009
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If you know me and read this blog, you know that I love hanging out with family and friends. If you are family or consider me your friend, I would like to invite you to a fun Friday night at Chase field! I am teaming up with friends in the “Night Rail” spirit for a great time on Friday, September 18th. We have prime seats in the very cool Diamond […]
August 26, 2009
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Change is good, right? Changing real estate markets bring about a lot of issues that often become misunderstood or over looked. In the past 17 years of selling homes, I don’t recall a time where people had so many questions and misconceptions on home prices, terminology and the market. If you are reading this as a “club member,” you probably know me pretty well and know that I enjoy working […]
March 17, 2009
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Around here, we are always up for fun things to do! Recently, Lori and I took the boys on a “train ride” to Tempe to go hike Hayden Butte. ( “A Mountain) We all had a great time so we decided to do it again. This time, we thought we would invite some friends! Please join us Saturday, March 21st as we get together with our friends from Take A […]