It's another beautiful day in Paradise!

Pook Bellini 
REALTOR®, ABR, CNE, e-PRO, SFR

                       Attention to Detail
           Dedication to Exceptional Service

azpook@gmail.com
Mobile: 480-628-7377

I am frequently asked about current market conditions. The truth is that there is not one answer to the question "How's the real estate market?" because the real estate market is a local market, specific to individual neighborhoods. Whether you are interested in buying or selling a home, the information you want needs to be specific to your area of interest. Please contact me if you would like to receive updates on what's happening in your area. 
 
My goal is to provide exceptional service that will exceed your expectations. By providing you with an exceptional experience as your consultant, negotiator, and overseer of transactional details, it is my hope that the relationship we develop will last for a lifetime and you will be so happy with my services that you will want to introduce me to the people you care about most. 


"Pook" Bellini, REALTOR®, ABR, CNE, e-PRO, SFR

azpook@gmail.com
Mobile: 480-628-7377 
Become a fan of Scottsdale Real Estate by Pook Bellini and Calling Paradise Valley Home on Facebook! 

Use the LIVE MLS IDX SEARCH below to search the entire inventory of homes available in the Phoenix metro area... or check out new construction homes with the ULTIMATE NEW HOMES search below.

Buying is a Process - Steps to Purchasing a Home

Thinking about purchasing a new home?

I have put together a document called "Buying is a Process - Steps to Purchasing a Home" to help new buyers understand the buying process from beginning to end.  It covers the following items:

1. Deciding to Buy a Home
2. Getting Pre-Approved for a Loan
3. Getting Educated
4. House Hunting
5. Preparing an Offer
6. Submitting an Offer
7. Contract is Accepted and Escrow is Opened
8. Prior to Close of Escrow
9. Close of Escrow 

Please contact me for a copy of this informative document and for a copy of First American Title's invaluable guide, "Buying a Home in Arizona."     

ULTIMATE NEW HOMES SEARCH

Looking for a new construction home?  
This is the place to look!  
Click on the map and start searching!

Once you find some homes you are interested in, just check off those properties and click the "Request Additional Information" button and I'll get you any additional information you may want and arrange to show you any properties you'd like to see.

You know the economy is improving when builders start to build again!  

This is a great time to buy!

Live MLS IDX Search

I have always taken great pride in providing exceptional service for my clients as a consultant, negotiator, and overseer of transactional details.  Part of my service is creating searches and updates for clients, using parameters that meet their specific needs, as they begin the search process.  I will always continue to provide that service, however, the latest reports show that over 95% of Buyers prefer to use the Internet to begin their search for new housing on their own.  I understand that desire to dive in and poke around the listings... it's easy and it's fun.  There are many sources out there for doing such searches, but these searches are not "live" and, therefore, are not necessarily current.   


With this in mind, whether you are looking for a new home or are just seeing what the market looks like in your area, you can now begin searching for properties in the greater Phoenix area using the official live ARMLS (Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service) IDX search system link below. (IDX stands for "Internet Data Exchange," commonly called Broker Reciprocity.)

By creating a free account, you can:

• Save your searches
• Get updates on new listings and price changes
• Track your favorites
• Add notes and messages
• Personalize your dashboard
• Forward links to friends and relatives 

Finding homes of interest is just the first step.  It allows you to become informed about the houses that are currently on the market... and I am here to take you to the next step, providing you with the valuable assistance you will need to make every step of purchasing a home go as smoothly as possible.   Together, we can make your dream home a reality!

Click on this IDX LINK and start searching! 

For your convenience, I have created several searches for properties in Paradise Valley and Scottsdale in varying price ranges.  All of these can be found below.

Paradise Valley Real Estate Searches

Paradise Valley Luxury Properties:

• $1,000,000-$2,999,999
• $3,000,000-$4,999,999
• $5,000,000-$6,999,999
• $7,000,000 and up

Paradise Valley for Under $1,000,000

Paradise Valley Mountain View Properties (Note:  Not all views are created equal! There are a great many homes listed as having mountain views, but not all of the views are "spectacular" views.  If you are looking for a luxury home with great mountain views (not the kind that require a ladder and periscope), CONTACT ME and I will help you find the home and view you are looking for.)

Golf Course Homes in Paradise Valley and Scottsdale

Looking for a home on a golf course in Paradise Valley or Scottsdale?  Click HERE!

Scottsdale Real Estate Searches

Single Family Detached Homes 
Includes the following zip codes: 85250, 85253, 85254, 85255, 85258, 85259, 85260
Note:  Once you begin a search, you can view prices in ascending or descending order by clicking on the word "Price" at the top of the first column. View other criteria in ascending or descending order by clicking the appropriate column headings.

• $100,000 - $199,999
• $200,000 - $299,999
• $300,000 - $399,999
• $400,000 - $499,999
• $500,000 - $599,999
• $600,000 - $699,999
• $700,000 - $799,999
• $800,000 - $899,999
• $900,000 - $999,999
• $1,000,000 - $1,999,999
• $2,000,000 - $2,999,999
• $3,000,000 - $3,999,999
• $4,000,000 - $4,999,999
• $5,000,000 - $10,000,000

Paradise Valley Stats

Current through April 2013 (May will be posted as soon as available.)

Scottsdale Stats

Current through April 2013 (May will be posted as soon as available.)

All of Scottsdale 

Scroll down for specific zip codes. 

85254

85255

 85258

85259

85260

For additional zip codes anywhere in the Scottsdale 
or metro Phoenix area, contact Pook.

Luxury Market Report - May 2013

Courtesy of Fidelity National Title / The Cromford Report

My apologies if this is difficult to read.  

If you would like a PDF of this report, please contact me.

Northeast Valley Report - May 2013

Courtesy of Fidelity National Title / The Cromford Report

My apologies if this is difficult to read.  

If you would like a PDF of this report, please contact me.

What's My Home Worth?

If you are interested in determining the value of your home, click on this “Home Evaluator” link for a free evaluation report.

Housing Trends eNewsletter

I'm pleased to share this month's Housing Trends eNewsletter with you! 

Housing Trends eNewsletter contains Local Market Reports for over 150 Local Markets in 46 states with local prices and number of sales by state prepared by the National Association of REALTORS®.

Housing Trends eNewsletter is also filled with local and national real estate sales and price activity provided by MLSs and the National Association of Realtors, U.S. Census Bureau key market indicators, housing market video reports, blogs, real estate glossary, maps, mortgage rates and calculators, consumer articles, community reports that map shopping, schools, recreation and more.

Please check it out! You'll be able to check out trends in your specific location. 

Would love your feedback!

HouseLogic - Topics of Interest

Designations & Certifications

Not every real estate agent is a REALTOR®. REALTORS® are members of the National Association of REALTORS® and must commit to following the NAR’s strict Code of Ethics. The term REALTOR® has come to connote competency, fairness, and high integrity resulting from adherence to a lofty ideal of moral conduct in business relations. No inducement of profit and no instruction from clients ever can justify departure from this ideal.


The Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR®) designation is the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation.  This coveted designation is awarded by the Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council (REBAC), an affiliate of the National Association of REALTORS®, to real estate practitioners who meet the specified educational and practical experience criteria.

An agent who carries the CNE (Certified Negotiation Expert) designation has been trained in advanced professional negotiation skills and knows how to use leading edge negotiation practices and techniques. A CNE professional is able to handle real estate negotiations with superior skill and excellence.


An e-PRO is a REALTOR® who has successfully completed the e-PRO training program for real estate professionals. Endorsed by the National Association of REALTORS®, the e-PRO course teaches professionals the nuts and bolts of working with real estate on-line. In this fast-paced age, technology has become a necessity. An e-PRO is someone who has recognized and responded to the needs of the new consumer.


Knowing how to help sellers maneuver the complexities of short sales as well as help buyers pursue short sale and foreclosure opportunities are not merely good skills to have in today’s market—they are critical. SFR (Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource) Certification is given to real estate professionals who have recognized the challenges of the current market and have learned the skills necessary to serve as a knowledgeable resource for both sellers and buyers.

Need a Lender?

It is my pleasure to recommend the following lenders:

Sandy Richards
Branch Manager/Mortgage Advisor
The Richland Group at Pinnacle Capital Mortgage Corp
Direct:   480-612-0634
Mobile: 602-999-2406
Sandy@RichlandAZ.com
www.RichlandAZ.com




Jeff Krueger
Senior Loan Officer
Arizona Bank and Trust
Mobile: 480-215-1680
Fax:  602-553-7863
jkrueger@arizbank.com
Flexible Mortgage Program Options/Competitive Pricing




  
Rob Kanyur
Senior Loan Officer
Wallick and Volk Mortgage Bankers
7033 E. Greenway Parkway, Ste 290
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
rob@wvmb.com 
Cell: 602.361.1587
Fax: 888.676.7807

Mark Taylor
AmeriFirst
602-361-0707
mark@awesomerates.com
http://www.AwesomeRates.com