Google Apps is certainly gaining in popularity and the price (FREE in most cases) is right, but how does it benefit Real Estate Agents specifically? At the bottom of this blog is the standard verbaige from the Google Apps website, tweaked a little and found on my own site, www.macwinconsulting.com, but still it's the techno jargon that doesn't give you the full easy to understand picture. So what can Google Apps do for you?   Google Apps hosts your email. You get 7GB worth of space on the free account, 25GB worth of space on the paid Premium account ($50 per user per year). You can still use Outlook to send and receive email (although I prefer the web based Google interface). I use it for mine, email going to tbogert@macwinconsulting.com is directed to my Google Apps account.  You can ... 08/18/2010

Out and About in Phoenix's West Valley:  Litchfield Park's Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium Since 1984 Litchfield Park has been the home of the Wildlife World Zoo.  In December of 2008, the Wildlife World Zoo opened the much anticipated Aquarium as well as a new restaurant.  If you haven't checked out the Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium yet, it is definitely worth the visit.  Set aside a day though, because there is a lot to do at the zoo! Aquarium:  The Wildlife World Aquarium is unique since it has a campus-like design.  The Aquarium has three separate buildings, each with a different theme.  These buildings are home to approximately 75 different indoor exhibits that feature fish, mammals, birds, invertebrates, amphibians and reptiles.  Log Flume Ride:  One of the zoo's newest attractions,... 08/12/2010

Are you looking for Horse Property For Sale in Litchfield Park?   Tired of finding a home you love and then find out it sold 3 months ago?  Well we would be too if we were searching for homes as a consumer.   Litchfield Park Horse Property   We developed a link so that you can have direct access like a realtor down to the minute on any active listing on the MLS.  What that means to you, the second a listing changes, either it being price, a picture, wording or changing the status it is immediately available to you.  We feel that you as the consumer/client need to have up to the minute correct information at all times.  Horse Property that is for sale in Arizona is moving fast, faster than the average consumer/client is aware of.  We specialize in Selling/Buying Horse Property all over ... 08/12/2010

Are you looking for Homes for Sale in Litchfield Park Arizona and want to know if now is the time to buy?  Well this market distress index will tell you how Litchfield Park ranks against other cities. The lower the index level the better Litchfield Park is doing and the higher the index level the more distressed Litchfield Park is. It will even break it down to pre-foreclosures for sale in Litchfield Park, Lender Owned Homes for Sale in Litchfield Park Normal Homes for Sale in Litchfield Park.  Then break it down even further and tell you the average price per square foot of each one of those (lender owned, pre-foreclosure, normal sales) and compare it to the month before.  So now you will know exactly how Litchfield Park ranks and if the prices are going up, down or staying the same. ... 08/12/2010

Litchfield Park Real Estate:  Litchfield Park Voted One of Top 8 Citites in Arizona Looking to take advantage of the great deals on homes right now but aren't sure where to look?  Take a drive out to Litchfield Park.  In 2009 Litchfield Park was named by Phoenix Magazine one of the top 8 cities to live in Arizona.  Those of us who live in Litchfield Park or grew up in Litchfield Park would definitely agree with them.  The small quaint town has generations of families living inside the walls of "Old Litchfield" or right outside the walls in Litchfield Greens or The Villages at Litchfield Park.  It really is quite amazing.  Here's what Phoenix Magazine had to say about Litchfield Park: The Cool Retirees (and Their Grandkids)Litchfield Park 85340For a 3-square-mile town, Litchfield Park pa... 08/11/2010

The numbers are showing that this appears to be the trend. There has been a definite history of Litchfield Park Real Estate short sales over the last three years; however, the market that is presently being impacted in the short sale arena is the properties which were once valued at over $700,000 now being sold as a short sale in the $300,000 to $400,000 range. Litchfield Park Real Estate has always been a desirable area for the upper end-buyer, it’s just now that we are seeing buyers taking advantage of opportunities of ownership which would have been out of their price range just a few short years ago. Many owners of upper end Litchfield Park Real Estate are now coming to the realization that it would be a decade or more before the values return to what is owed on the property. The Kr... 08/07/2010

Did you know, Litchfield Park Arizona was recently recognized by "Phoenix Magazine" as one of the top 8 cities to live in Arizona-Looking to purchase a home in Litchfield Park, go to www.kroneteam.com and contact us, we specialize in the West Valley market and will help assist you in finding the perfect home to fit your families needs. http://www.thekroneteam.com 07/20/2010

Are you looking for Horse Property For Sale in Litchfield Park?   Tired of finding a home you love and then find out it sold 3 months ago?  Well we would be too if we were searching for homes as a consumer.   Litchfield Park Horse Property   We developed a link so that you can have direct access like a realtor down to the minute on any active listing on the MLS.  What that means to you, the second a listing changes, either it being price, a picture, wording or changing the status it is immediately available to you.  We feel that you as the consumer/client need to have up to the minute correct information at all times.  Horse Property that is for sale in Arizona is moving fast, faster than the average consumer/client is aware of.  We specialize in Selling/Buying Horse Property all over t... 07/14/2010

  Zip Code 85340: Market Snapshot in Litchfield Park ArizonaSingle Family Homes June 2010 Wondering about homes in this Zip Code?  We have prepared a snapshot for you.  How is the best way to find your next home? Call an expert to locate just the right one for you and your family. ZIP code 85340 comprises a large area in the west valley including the city of Litchfield Park. Much of this area is unincorporated Maricopa county, since Litchfield Park is only 3.3 square miles in area. ZIP code 85340 lies mainly north of Indian School Road and south of Olive Avenue. The western boundary extends to Tuthill Road in line while the eastern boundary extends to the Agua Fria river. It includes Falcon Golf Course, Wigwam Country Club, Staggs Park, Turtle Park and Scout Park.  Active ListingsThe mo... 07/09/2010

Are you looking for Litchfield Park Horse Property For Sale? You have come to the right place http://www.PhoenixHorseRealty.com please visit our website and search for the available horse properties that are for sale within the Litchfield Park Arizona area along with other surrounding areas such as Waddell Horse Property, Buckeye Horse Property, Surprise Horse Property and much more.  We have a complete list of bank owned horse property for sale along with normal horse property for sale which are hard to come by these days. We look forward to helping you find that perfect Horse Property in Litchfield Park Arizona or surrounding towns. Sincerely, Mother/Daughter Team Pam & Jess Solutions Real Estate 623-512-6585/623-256-7857 07/09/2010

Cash deals on real estate in Litchfield Park, AZ in 2010 If you are a cash buyer for real estate in Arizona you may be interested to know that there were 115 homes sold for cash in Litchfield Park, Arizona so far in 2010. This works out to be over 19 homes per month that sold for cash. Also of interest to cash buyers- In Maricopa County, Arizona there were over 13,000 homes sold so far this year for cash. We know that financing is more difficult in recent times and cash offers some advantage. If you are interested in getting more information on cash deals in Arizona. Please visit our website at fastbankdeals.com for more information. We then seek the opportunity to back it up with exceptional service. 07/05/2010

What is HAFA and What Does It Mean For Homeowners in Litchfield Park, Goodyear, and Avondale?   What is HAFA?   HAFA, or Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternative, was initiated on November 30, 2009 by the U.S. Treasury.  HAFA is a part of the Making Home Affordable Program that the Obama administration has created in homes to helping homeowners in distress.  With a goal of providing homeowners with a real solution to an unaffordable mortgage, HAFA offers homeowners incentives to avoid foreclosure by taking advantage of either a short sale or a deed-in-lieu of foreclosure.  By using the foreclosure alternatives of a short sale or a deed-in-lieu, homeowners not only get the incentive, but the lender also agrees to forgive the remaining mortgage debt. What are the benefits for Litchfield Pa... 06/16/2010

I was having lunch a couple weeks ago at the Wigwam resort with some clients and at the next table was Jerry Colangelo and some guests, I had heard that Mr. Colangelo and some partners has purchased the property but was surprised to actually see him there.  The fact that Jerry and his partners are taking such a personal interest in the Wigwam is great news for the West Valley; check out this article on azcentral. If you have a chance visit the Wigwam and support our local businesses, it's a great place to take clients relocating to the west valley. 05/17/2010

  13729 W. Berridge Lane Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 Great First Time Home Buyer Property Home   Photo Gallery   Virtual Tour   Property Map   Payment Info   Request Showing   Contact Me   Jimmy Evans mobile: 602-524-5521 fax: 602-792-0558 Price : $99,900 Bedrooms : 3 Bathrooms : 2.75 Square Foot : 1,804 Lot Size : 7,500 County : Maricopa Property Type : Detached Year Built : 2003 MLS Number : 4291516 click for more information and pictures Property Description Great floor plan, big 3 bedroom home in family neighborhood. Perfect for First Time Home Buyer or Investor rental. Entertainment niche in livingroom, separate formal dining room, covered patio with additional flagstone patio area added, grassey backyard with children's Rainbow Play System, Ceiling Fans in all rooms, double sinks in... 04/13/2010

A Short Sale in Litchfield Park Arizona is nothing more than a regular resale with one critical difference.  The Listing Agent MUST be able to successfully negotiate a Short Sale Approval from the Lien Holder(s) in order for the Short Sale in Litchfield Park Arizona to close escrow.  That's where the failed Short Sales fail.  The Short Sale Listing Agent lacks either the skill, the will, or both, to do what it takes to secure an acceptable contract, convince the lien holders to accept the proceeds, and escalate the file as and when needed. Haven Express specializes in Short Sales throughout the ARMLS area - Maricopa County and a piece of Pinal County.  We have successfully completed, or are in the process of completing: Short Sales in Phoenix Arizona Short Sales in Scottsdale Arizona Sh... 04/05/2010

Arroyo Mountain Estates Litchfield Park AZ Homes For Sale - Homes For Sale at www.MLS4 Arroyo Mountain Estates.com Have you been searching for Homes For Sale in beautiful Arroyo Mountain Estates Litchfield Park AZ?  Maybe you've been looking for an Arroyo Mountain Estates  Litchfield Park AZ Bank Owned Home or Short Sale Home?  Whatever type of Arroyo Mountain Estates Litchfield Park AZ Home your are looking for you can find it at MLS4Arroyo Mountain Estates .com Homes For Sale.  Maybe you already own a home in Arroyo Mountain Estates Litchfield Park AZ and you need a real estate agent who knows the neighborhood to sell your home.  I am very excited to offer home buyers and sellers the opportunity to look through Arroyo Mountain Estates Litchfield Park AZ Homes For Sale based on any num... 03/10/2010

Great news for the west valley, a great buyer has been found for the Wigwam Resort in Litchfield Park.  Check out this story on azcentral.com: Jerry Colangelo group set to buy Wigwam Resort 12/08/2009

HOME BUYER TAX CREDIT EXTENDED TO FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS AND EXISTING HOME OWNERS LITCHFIELD PARK, ARIZONA President Obama signed into law the extension for first time home buyer and existing home owner tax credit. The National Association of Realtors and other leading organizations lobbied for this law to jump start the real estate industry after a heavy hit for the past two years. The real estate industry got us into this slump and it has to get us out of this rut. I know many people will be in position to purchase homes at the start of the year here in Litchfield Park, Arizona. We are coming up to the busiest season in real estate and I am ready for it. A person is considered a first time home buyer when he/she has not owned a primary home in the past three years. They are eligible t... 11/10/2009

Are you looking for a beautiful home in a great family community? Then look no further than Dreaming Summit. Dreaming Summit in Litchfield Park, Arizona gives you everything you need in one place. Close to plenty of activities for the entire family, mountain views, and great weather to enjoy it all, it's no surprise these homes are highly sought after.   Regardless of your needs in a home, Dreaming Summit is the place for you. Single story, two story, three bedroom, and four bedroom homes are all represented in this beautiful community. Some of these homes are situated close to golf courses, or have private pools giving you the feel of an oasis in the desert.   Contact the Solutions Real Estate Team here and we will be glad to help you find your new home in this or any community in the ... 10/01/2009

Below you can find the Litchfield Park Arizona Residential Real Estate Market activities for August 2009 according to ARMLS data. The trend continues of less new listings and more pending and sold. This contributes to total inventory reduction and more balanced real estate market. Definitely the economic law of Supply and Demand is the contributing factor to the condition of the real estate market. Currently are less supply and more demand at today's bargain prices. Demand is coming mainly from the first time home buyers and the investors. Many Southwest Valley Communities are experiencing a shortage of inventory available for purchase in the lower price ranges, which creates the multiple-offers situations on the available properties. When it happens, the prices are pushed up. The price... 09/19/2009