It is the little things such as the memories and family celebrations as this video shows.
These are the things that attach you to your home.
Sheri gets it! She is there to help you find that new house that you will learn to love as a home after building your very own memories and family celebrations! Make your dreams come true.
The above video shows you the Boynton Canyon Area that the Marathon take place. It is a beautiful canyon with many gorgeous red rock formations to keep your mind off the grueling race at hand.
Many Elevation Changes
One thing many participants don’t count on is the elevation. Sedona averages 4500 feet. If you can, get here a couple of days early to acclimate to the current elevation and weather conditions. The full marathon course starts at 4450′ and climbs to 4700′ a little after 2 miles in. By the half way mark, you have hit the low point of about 4075′. The course then rises within the next 5 miles to 4500 drops slightly and then rises to 4700′ by mile 20. There are many peaks and valleys that continue until the end of this course.
Aid Stations Every 2 Miles (approx.)
Along the way, there are Aid stations approximately every 2 miles. There is even a massage tent for the runners. Hosted by one of my clients! Jody Hendryx PT and her partner Michael Rende OTR. You can find out more information on the Sedona Marathon website.
Traffic Restrictions
On Saturday, February 4th, local residents who are not going to participate in the Sedona Marathon may want to stay clear of the 89A by the Sedona Red Rock High School west to the Sedona Medical Center.
Event Schedule
January 14 & 21 at 9 am – Free Training Runs
Location: Navoti Drive, Sedona
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Friday, February 3
2 pm to 8 pm – Packet Pick-up & Event Expo
Location: Elks Lodge, 110 Airport Road, Sedona AZ
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Pasta Dinner
3 pm to 9 pm
Location: Olde Sedona Bar & Grill – 1405 W SR 89A Sedona AZ
$13 – All you can eat!
Saturday, February 4th –
Start/Finish Line – Navoti Drive between Bristlecome and Soouth Foothills
10:30 am 5K awards presentation (top 3 male and female finishers) Start/finish area
11:00 am 10K awards presentation (top 3 male and female finishers) Start/finish area
11:15 am All Half Marathon participants must be through turn-around
11:30 pm Half Marathon awards presentation (top 3 male and female finishers) Start/finish area
11:30 pm All Marathon participants must be through turn-around
1:00 pm Full Marathon awards presentation (top 3 male and female finishers, Best Aid Station) Start/finish area
4:00 pm Finish line closed
4:30 pm Free Shuttle Makes Final Route
People come from all over to participate in this event. It is a great winter outdoor event that has gathered more participants every year since the very first marathon!
Sedona & Verde Valley events and are brought to you as a courtesy of Sheri Sperry ReMax Sedona REALTOR®. If you are a contemplating selling your home, a prospective buyer or just curious about real estate in Sedona I would be honored to discuss our market. You can contact me at (928) 274-7355 or email me at [email protected]. From the moment I am contacted, you will observe my seasoned ability to provide you with “World Class Service” and that “personal touch” while utilizing a complete package of technology options that are of the utmost importance and so critical in today’s market. I will tailor REAL solutions to fit your specific needs. NOTE: All information presented including, event scheduling, and pricing is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. You should check with the organizers, website, or management team for more or current information. SellSedona.com is not responsible for inaccuracies or changes.
This is the lowest priced home in the Chapel area with icon Red Rock Views in all directions. This 3-bedroom home is right between West Sedona & Village of Oak Creek. It is near hiking trails & some of the most beautiful scenery in Sedona.
Stunning Red Rock Views!
VIEWS of Cathedral Rock, Elephant Rock, Courthouse Butte, Twin Sisters, Madonna & Child. Enjoy those summer nights in the screened-in back porch (Arizona Room) or the stars against those beautiful dark skies in that large backyard. If considering as a rental for investment, ask for rental history & note it is located in Coconino County. OR make this your Sedona Southwest ”doll house” & call it your own!
On City Sewer
ON CITY SEWER. a home on city sewer is a big plus for home owners. The cost to switch from septic or an alternative system to city sewer is very expensive.
Freezer, washer, dryer in garage stay with home. This home is on a large lot with many possibilities. Don’t miss your chance to own a view property is one of Sedona’s mot special areas at an affordable price.
Chapel Home Has Rental History
Great Rental Property – This property has been rented in the past. Ask about rental history and check with your financial consultant on how it might benefit you.
*Contest participants must tour property to appreciate views, home quality, amenities and convenience to local businesses.
PRICE REDUCED!
In the Heart of West Sedona AZ – Newer Build Home For Sale
Imagine yourself sitting in your front courtyard relaxing in front of the gas natural stone fire pit. You are sipping your favorite beverage while you watch the sun set against the red rocks of Capital Butte, Thunder Mountain and Coffeepot Rock in the background. Afterword, you decide to cook a nice meal in your well designed efficient kitchen. There is plenty of counter space to cut up vegetables and prepare your meal. Your newer gas range has 4 burners, just like the chefs use to make sure every dish is prepared to your liking. You sit down for a nice meal at your dining table and when your meal is finished you bring your favorite beverage out to the landscaped garden area that is manicured to your liking and enjoy your beverage on the outside patio.
If it is raining, that is OK, because the patio is covered from the elements and can be used year round. Your outdoor lighting is magical and you enjoy the twilight as it slips away. After a nice relaxing meal you decide to enjoy your master retreat in front of your enclosed built in Napoleon fireplace, designed for ambiance as well as practical heating. You pullout your favorite book and enjoy the solitude of your private space.
As you get ready for a restful sleep, you enter your Master Bath which resembles a spa. Your spa like bath has a tall ceiling, glass block enclosure for your walk-in shower and of course, an oversize tub. Your wash basins are works of art designed for your enjoyment and functional use. While nestling under the covers you decide to turn off the Master Retreat Fireplace with your remote control.
Contest participants must visit property to appreciate views, home quality, amenities and convenience to local businesses.
PRICE REDUCED!
New Construction – BRAND NEW, WEST SEDONA custom home perched on its own little knoll. Fabulous, unobstructed VIEWS & attention to detail includes stone kitchen backsplash, granite counters, 5-burner gas stove, walk-in pantry, high-end S/S appliances & travertine floors throughout. With 2.75 baths & 4 bedrooms – one could be office, den, or guest suite w/ own outside entrance, bathroom & patio. Square footage is approx 2160 main floor & approx 368 for separate room w/ its own entrance and 3 piece bathroom. Rear patio of home w/ cascading water feature nestled into its natural environment, built-in BBQ & flagstone prep area, & backing to HOA common area. Split floor plan has step-up to separate master suite including its own bath & unobstructed VIEWS. Great neighborhood in close proximity to shopping, theaters, restaurants, medical facilities, hiking trails, and more. Enjoy our famous Sedona sunrises & sunsets from this central location.
You Won’t Find It Under The Christmas Tree– Charlotte Carpenter
I decided to make a collage of photos that touch my Christmas heart. Some are from this year and some are from years past. But each one is special in some way….and is life changing. This is what Christmas is for me…family, good friends and Sedona.
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Sedona & Verde Valley events and are brought to you as a courtesy of Sheri Sperry Coldwell Banker Sedona REALTOR®. If you are a contemplating selling your home, a prospective buyer or just curious about real estate in Sedona I would be honored to discuss our market. You can contact me at (928) 274-7355 or email me at [email protected]. From the moment I am contacted, you will observe my seasoned ability to provide you with “World Class Service” and that “personal touch” while utilizing a complete package of technology options that are of the utmost importance and so critical in today’s market. I will tailor REAL solutions to fit your specific needs.
This year is the most rain recorded in a single year since we started keeping records on our weather station. This is rain and snow that fell in Soldiers Pass Sedona measured by the Cottages At Coffeepot weather station. We were well on our way with the record-setting month of monsoon rain recorded in August (see the blue box above). The only other year to have 5 inches of precipitation was January of 2010 which is the year that has held the record until now.
The last rain that put us over the top was recorded on December 21 and 22. It has been a light and steady rain which is good for all the plants and trees.
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Here are some of the weather stats for Sedona for the year (below)
See additional Stats such as How many days above 90º, or days with rain, days below 50º, etc at
From the moment I decided to move to Sedona and the Verde Valley, I have been intrigued with the history of the entire area. Of course, As you visit historical sites in and around the city, the fascination and intrigue continues to grow. Naturally, I wanted to find out how Sedona got it’s name. History shows that there were around 15 families that settled in this area. It wasn’t until 1889 that the General Land Office decided to send surveyors out to establish the boundaries of the homestead and township and range lines. Oak Creek provided the water to irrigate the land through a series of canals. Some of those canals are still active today, and are visible around the property that T.C. homesteaded. If you have visited Sedona and spent some time at Oak Creek, you know why settlers choose to this area. One of my favorite spots is the Tlaquepaque area.
T.C.Schnebly’s brother Ellsworth was told to move to Arizona for health reasons. He convinced T.C. (Theodore Carl) to come out from Missouri to settle in this area. T.C. was a business man and set up a two story hotel and general store for the area’s residents. The area that he settled in is Tlaquepaque and the resort of Los Abrigados.
As the township developed – T.C. decided it was time to have regular mail service for the area settlers. He submitted names of Oak Creek Crossing and Schnebly Station. However the Postmaster General at the time, was partial to one word names for the postmarks. So Ellsworth suggested to T.C. that he should consider submitting his wife’s name for the postmark!
Sedona Name Trivia
I know that many of you may think that the name Sedona might be of Native American or Spanish origin, but it is not! When Sedona was born in February 24, 1877, her mother Amanda Miller “just thought up the name”. Amanda thought it sounded “pretty”.
As a Coldwell Banker Sedona Arizona REALTOR®, my primary goal is to help my customers obtain their dreams, as well as satisfy their financial goals and objectives through real estate. From the moment I am contacted, you will observe my seasoned ability to provide you with “World Class Service” and that “personal touch” while utilizing a complete package of technology options that are of the utmost importance and so critical in today’s market.
I will tailor real solutions to fit your specific needs. – Sheri Sperry – YOUR Solutions REALTOR®
Fall color is generally very prevalent during the Thanksgiving Season. Sedona gets all 4 seasons. The big difference from other areas of the country is that the weather is milder during the Winter and Summer months.
Sedona gets “polite” snow. It does not overstay it’s welcome. Snow usually melts within a day. As for the color change, you can see it from mid October (Flagstaff area) through the third week of November (or later) in Sedona. For the entire year, we have had no more than 1 day with a high that did not get above freezing temps. Days below 40º, number 4-5 and less than 30 days are below 50º.
During the summer months – temps are usually in the low to mid 90’s and because humidity is very low even during monsoon, there is not much heat discomfort.
Sedona & northern Arizona brings many people from near and far to see the change of seasons. From the Aspen Groves in Flagstaff to the trees lining Oak Creek Canyon to the city area of Sedona, people get to experience northern Arizona fall color for many weeks.
Our temperatures are fairly mild during the day. This allows visitors a chance to enjoy the fall color for a longer period than other areas. It isn’t until around Thanksgiving that Sedona will experience sweater weather on a regular basis.
For at least the last three years, Autumn has been visible through out the area. While many other areas of the country have trees without leaves, Sedona is getting into the spirit of the holiday season!
Use a tripod and camera with manual settings – Also, a shutter release cord is recommended. I use a Canon 5D Mark III with wide angle lens 16-24mm
Adjust the aperture and time value so that the chairs are in focus with the stone wall and fireplace
Notice how the can lights project onto the stone wall for an added effect
Photo Secrets #2
You are trying to sell your buyers the Sedona-Lifestyle. Take advantage of the perfect setting. Can you picture yourself sitting in one of these chairs, relaxing and reading a good book with the fire feature dancing in the background?
Don’t forget the beverage of your choice!
Every listing I shoot, I have a special place I showcase. It is my signature effect. See other examples below.
Bonus Feature!
Utilize these special pictures in your other marketing materials, such as your website. Mid 2016, I took all but one of my landscape photos off the main page of my website and replaced them with listing photos, interior and exterior images. This is the very first image that scrolls.
Magic-Time…, The featured photo above was not our first attempt at a picture for this listing. Sometimes we will come back again and again to get it right.
First Attempt At Main Listing Image
There is nothing horrible about this picture but we knew we could do better. We took this photo in the late afternoon after the sun had set behind the hill. We were trying to eliminate harsh shadows.
Always Give It Your Best – (No matter what it takes)
The lighting just was not up to our standards. This particular property in Crimson View, Sedona AZ., sits east and west. The back of the home faces west. My husband and I discussed the best time to take a picture. We knew if we got here at dawn, the sun would give us natural lighting to spotlight the front of the house.
Back to the Top Picture
The next morning a weather front was rolling in from the southwest. We were able to capture the warm colors of “magic time” with a cloud front. I wanted to seize the rare minutes of low light with all the exterior and front interior lights on to help with the dramatic effect. Time was of the essence to get the “money” shot! A bonus element was the reflection of the morning sun casting light from behind on the clouds in the Master bedroom window.
If you want to learn more about our secrets – see the blog post below.
Curb appeal ideas really can really stand out any time of year.
Here in Sedona, we generally get much needed rainfall during our monsoon. It is a good time to plant and utilize that rain water. However, as we discuss the curb appeal ideas below, be cognizant of when the rains come. It may not be a good time to paint and spruce up, if your area is prone to afternoon thundershowers, you should take that into consideration when planning those type of tasks.
Sometimes the idea of getting your home ready to sell can seem daunting, and you might be tempted to sell it “as is” instead. Adding some minor upgrades and a little curb appeal, will help your home sell faster and for more money. There are many improvements that add that visible first impression value without taking weeks of labor, or breaking the bank.
We can discuss specific ideas with you when we inspect your home, but here are some ideas to freshen up your home’s exterior that you can complete on your own for less than a hundred dollars, on a weekend:
Start With the Front Door
Whatever your tradition, a bright, freshly painted front door gives a sense of welcome and vitality to your home. So, make sure your front door is clear of grime and clutter, and give it a fresh coat of a deeply hued paint that blends or contrasts with the rest of the exterior. If you have time, refresh the paint on the shutters as well. Even vinyl doors and shutters accept the correct paint, so check with your local DIY store for advice on the best paint for your door and shutters. Be sure to clean the paint off the doorknobs, knockers and hinges.
House Numbers
Buyers often drive through neighborhoods that interest them, looking for the perfect opportunity. New, bright, clearly readable house numbers can put your home on the map. So, brighten up that brass, repaint the numerals, or replace them with decorative ones available at most hardware stores.
Planters and Flowers
Seasonal flowers in window boxes, pots, container gardens or hanging baskets make an eye-catching addition to any house. Make sure the pots, planters and baskets are in keeping with the house’s architectural elements. Keep an eye on the blooms, and remove any that are past their prime. To simplify upkeep, install a simple drip or micro-irrigation system (available at most DIY stores). According to the EPA, micro-irrigation systems save water and are more efficient than sprinklers.
Exterior Lighting
Clean up or replace an old porch light. Make sure the bulbs in the fixture cast an attractive glow over your entryway. Enhance your evening curb appeal with easy to set up solar LED landscape lighting along the walkway or driveway, or to highlight a particularly beautiful plant or garden statue. Solar LED lights are easy to install, have no wires, don’t use any electricity from the power grid, rarely require maintenance and come in dozens of styles and colors. Properly placed landscape lighting adds dramatic interest to your home.
We have a dark sky ordinance in Sedona. Make sure the lighting you install is in compliance with the ordinance. Generally speaking light needs to be pointed downward. Many lights are open at the top as to provide a light source in more than one direction. Lights like this should be placed under a closed overhang or porch area.
In Sedona, small bats like to make their evening home in a corner of the porch near the light. Some home styles attract them more easily than others. You can usually detect their presence from droppings on the porch. Check with a local exterminator company to see the best way to minimize a bat’s presence at your front door.
Landscaping
Spend the weekend removing dead plants and shrubbery, trimming bushes and trees, mowing and trimming the lawn and removing weeds. A cared-for lawn has automatic attraction for prospective buyers. It gives them the impression that your home is well cared-for and well loved. It might make them want to love it too.
Contact Sheri and I’ll help you get started making your home a buyer’s dream. I am more than happy to recommend services or vendors who may help you with your curb appeal.
Hire the Best Realtor® – You are already on the right track if you are reading this. You need a Sedona REALTOR® who understands the local market. You want to make sure that person will be there for you when they are needed.
Buyers want to see a home in top selling condition. This is the only way a seller can expect to get top dollar for any home. If the home is messy or cluttered, buyers will think that the home has not been taken care of. Let’s face it, nobody wants to pay a premium price for a home that is not in the same condition. Homes should be painted in neutral colors and all maintenance items in good condition. Buyers will also factor in homes that have older appliances and areas such as kitchens and bathrooms that need to be remodeled. The type of flooring and counter tops should also be factored into the pricing structure of the home you are selling.
Step #2
Outdoors
* Always start with the Front Door – Buyers are evaluating as they pull up to the house and walk up to the front door. A clean and well maintained front door area is essential – Potted plant(s) or flowers is a positive site for a buyer. As the buyer enters the house at the front entry, the decision is already formulating whether they would put it on the “short” list. Within the first 2 minutes the buyers have made a preliminary determination.
Weeds pulled – bushes and trees trimmed – Everything has a place. Present the best curb appeal possible for the front of the house. A couple of colorful pots with seasonal flowers or plants that are easy to maintain. Remove dead plants – Buyers want to feel WELCOME! – See Curb Appeal Ideas – It was for summer but still fits all year!
Bathrooms
* Prescription Drugs – need to be handled with special care. Take them out of cabinets and dispose properly. * Clear the medicine cabinets and clean them thoroughly. ** Clear all other cabinets and empty drawers.
Kitchen
* Clear countertops – 1 or 2 items (preferably small items) can stay on the counter – A clean counter is best. * Knick-Knacks – clear all
*** Kitchen utensils – pots and pans – clear – All cabinets and most food items – a few cans of food are ok to show.
Closets – Clothing – Storage
* Closets need to be cleared – Buyers need to see what kind of space is available. Same thing goes with other storage space. If it looks full or over crowded – a buyer will assume there is not enough room in the house to store their “stuff”. Most of the clothing can probably go to good will.
Family Room – Living Room – Open Areas – “Public” Areas
NOTE: * Old or outdated furniture or anything in need of repair should go! * Only the bare essentials to define the space – A well placed chair or couch with a table or lamp – Less is more! You want to show space. Walls should be mostly visible (see images).
Home Office
* Clear out the entire desk – This is normally a high security area. Shred what is no longer needed – No computers – Disks or USB sticks should be secured. Go through each piece of paper to identify for shredding or safe keeping – If you have a lockable desk or file cabinet that is lockable, you may be able to use it for storage if you feel it is necessary.
Garage
*** Organize and move as much out as possible– This is like any other area of the house. Men especially want to see how much room is available in the garage. Remove all tools that are valuable.
Bedrooms
*All personal items cleared – Let’s face it, most items in the bedrooms are very personal. Bed with a nice up-to-date pillows and bedspread, a side table with a lamp, dresser. Flowers in a vase. – Just some suggestions.
Step #3
Sorting Articles For Removal From Home
NOTE: As your clearing – – Mark the boxes or bins – Have a system to sort the articles – Start with the family first. If they don’t want want the articles, it is easier to categorize where it might belong. See some sorting categories below…
Family & Friends – What might go to the family – I made sure that I had a least one small item I kept from my mom and dad. Something I personally would treasure and remember of them.
Garage Sale or Estate Sale – This may be a way to declutter and get a few $$. There are services that will handle this for you if you do not want to deal with it. They will take a certain percentage of the sale as their commission. Negotiate their services up front. Find out what they do for their share of the take. If you suspect some item is valuable, you may want to get your own appraisal done. Find out if there is a minimum charge for their services.
Donation or Give Away– Only usable items you don’t want or need – take pics and put on paper what the current value might be if you tried to sell it. Do not over value an article – make sure you get with your tax preparer or accountant for what you can deduct. See Example – ties that are still useful and in like new condition. –>
Storage – If you have on property storage or sheds – they will still have to be cleaned out at some point. Also – the sheds are part of the sale so a potential buyer would want to determine space and depth and condition. any article placed in a rented storage space has a tendency to be forgotten. Only use this option if it is temporary. Calculate the cost of the rental and how long you plan on keeping it to determine if it is worth the cost. Some furniture items may be one-of-a-kind or have sentimental attachment. This makes it very tough to calculate a storage cost.
Trash – Any thing that is broken, torn or in bad need of repair probably fits in this category. If you feel you cannot donate it, than it belongs here.
Real Solutions Just For YOU!
Part of the service I offer is to provide you with the solutions to help you sell your home. That means, I will be there for you. This is what I do. If I need to offer suggestions or provide vendors, you can count on me. Together we will make this process as simple and smooth as possible.
If you have any other questions, pleasecontact me.
This 3-bedroom home is right between West Sedona & Village of Oak Creek. It is near hiking trails & some of the most beautiful scenery in Sedona. VIEWS of Cathedral Rock, Elephant Rock, Courthouse Butte, Twin Sisters, Madonna & Child. Enjoy those summer nights in the screened-in back porch (Arizona Room) or the stars against those beautiful dark skies in that large backyard. If considering as a rental for investment, ask for rental history & note it is located in Coconino County. OR make this your Sedona Southwest ”doll house” & call it your own!
ON CITY SEWER. Freezer, washer, dryer in garage stay with home. This home is on a large lot with many possibilities. Don’t miss your chance to own a view property is one of Sedona’s mot special areas at an affordable price. This home is perfect for an investor.
As a ReMAX Sedona Arizona Realtor®, my primary goal is to help my customers obtain their dreams, as well as satisfy their financial goals and objectives through real estate. From the moment I am contacted, you will observe my seasoned ability to provide you with “World Class Service” and that “personal touch” while utilizing a complete package of technology options that are of the utmost importance and so critical in today’s market. I will tailor real solutions to fit your specific needs. –
Jeeping – It’s a fun off-road adventure! – Driving in an open air vehicle through the jeep trails of the Sedona Red Rock landscape is not only exhilarating, it is a quick way to explore an area you might not get a chance to do any other way. You will see rock formations that are not visible from the highway.
It’s Educational – Drivers and guides are trained in the geological formations, animals that inhabit the area as well as the flora and fauna. The guides are also versed in the history of the region. You will be engaged with a learning experience, not many experience. Don’t forget to ask lots of questions!
Expert Drivers are taught how to maneuver the jeeps through the red rock formations in a safe and enjoyable manner.
Jeeping the RedRocks Brings People together – Enjoy an event you can share with others. It is a perfect opportunity for family, friends and others to appreciate and delight in a common experience. Some of the most popular areas to consider are Broken Arrow, Soldiers Pass, Boynton Canyon and Schnebly Hills.
Cathedral Rock at Red Rock Crossing
* See Links Below for Different Red Tour Companies
* Sellsedona.com makes no recommendation or endorsement of any of these different companies. Drivers and guides may have different levels of knowledge and expertise in all areas. Each company may have different tour packages. Some companies are responsible for the upkeep of the jeep trails. Drive these areas in rented or personal vehicles at your own risk. Four Wheel Drive narrow vehicles such as Jeeps, with high clearance, proper tires and gearing, as well as protection for vehicle and occupants are highly recommended for your comfort and safety.
Sedona AZ – Our monsoon officially starts on June 15th and ends on September 30th. During the monsoon, there is a weather pattern shift. Our normal weather pattern comes from the north and carries much colder air generally.
Summer Months
During the summer months, the weather patterns come from the southwest or southeast and bring warm moist air that drops a lot of the rain we get for the year. This weather pattern usually starts in mid July and continues through mid September.
Monsoon started shortly after the official date of June 15th and our last storm rolled up from the south yesterday. We are still showing show southern moisture in the air currently, so there could be a storm in northern and eastern Arizona. Sedona is very sunny today with a high of 74º as forecast.
Sedona Stats For Monsoon 2016
Sedona gets a high percentage of rain in July, August, and September. Normally, June is a pretty dry month. From 2010 to 2014, there was only .01 of an inch total. During the actual monsoon 2016, Sedona got 10.16 inches of rain. The total rainfall for 2016 has been 15.83 inches which means that those 10 inches are 2/3 of the total rainfall. In 2015 it was only 7.33 inches of rain about 1/3 of the total for the year.
As a Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Sedona Arizona Realtor®, my primary goal is to help my customers obtain their dreams, as well as satisfy their financial goals and objectives through real estate. From the moment I am contacted, you will observe my seasoned ability to provide you with “World Class Service” and that “personal touch” while utilizing a complete package of technology options that are of the utmost importance and so critical in today’s market. I will tailor real solutions to fit your specific needs. – Sheri Sperry
During mid-September 2016, I wrote about a home that had just closed. I was very excited for my buyer. She was moving back from Colorado to be close to her children and grandchildren.
HOWEVER, it might help to understand that the entire transaction process was done by email, phone, internet and my client’s son. Though I had worked with her in person, she was busy closing up her home in Colorado and found some homes that might work for her in Clarkdale AZ. So she asked her son to see if any of them got his approval for her. This was the house, he figured she would like.
A First For Me
My customer decided to write up the contract sight unseen except for pictures on the internet. I was out-of-town and had help from one of my associates, Carol Pinciaro. I asked her more than once if she would like to fly out to make sure this was the house. She felt comfortable with her son’s decision that this home would be perfect. So we negotiated a great deal for this brand new home.
YOUR Solutions REALTOR® and how it fits here…
I have taken the tag line “YOUR Solutions REALTOR®” because I work to ensure that any challenge, obstacle or concern from my client is addressed and a solution is found to resolve the issue. I have resurrected many dead deals with innovative approaches that employ a win-win strategy for the buyer and seller. I offer my clients, a concierge service. Very simply stated, I watch over the process and in most cases their home. It is just one less thing for my customer to worry about.
As is the case with this client, many buyers and sellers are from out of state. They can’t be here for every part of the process. Or in this case, ANY part of the process! I do what ever is necessary to ensure their needs are met. This is a critical service feature that out-of-state customers really appreciate. They know they can count on me to help with anything that needs attention. I will find a solution that works. This customer needed special pictures, measuring of walls as well as handling the entire inspection process. I was there for her.
Another First For Me
Being on set for the HGTV series “Vacation Home for Free – Sedona Oasis” starring Matt Blashaw, was something very exciting and special. My husband was taking pictures for the primary landscape designer and contractor Joshua Loveall , of Joshua Tree & Landscape. During these episodes many home owners are not allowed to see the house until the end. They want the raw reaction to hit the TV screen.
You probably know where I am going with this. I opened the home for my customer for the first time and the emotion came over her so hard and fast that tears started flow right there. Of course they were tears of joy.
This home was more than she had expected and she was completely overwhelmed. This is what makes it all worth while to help customers fulfill their dream.
Donation or Give Away 
