Cave Creek, AZ Market Report November 2012  - Total Active Listings are up 7% over the past 30 days and 22% since June.  - Lender Owned (REO) and Short Sales (SS) make up 10.8% of Total Active Listings. Like most of the Phoenix Metro area the number of Short Sales and Lender Owned listings in Cave Creek have steadily declined over the past 6 months.  - Lender Owned (REO) prices had been declining over the past 6 months but are up sharply in November. This is due, at least in part, to the sale of a $1.5 Million REO property on 20 acres that sold at $449 per square foot. If I remove that one sale the average drops to $126 per square foot, an increase of 19% month over month.  - Lender owned properties are selling quickly in Cave Creek, AZ averaging 70 Days On Market (DOM) and many are re... 12/14/2012

Cave Creek Real Estate 85331 Market Trends Located high above Phoenix, Cave Creek, Arizona has accomplished the task of maintaining the old west charm despite the growth in the metropolitan Phoenix area. Cave Creek real estate 85331 is an affluent (median household income: $78,245) rural zip code in Cave Creek, Arizona. The population is primarily white, and mostly married couples. At $244,200 the average home value here is a bit higher than average for the Phoenix-Mesa-metro area. The median age here is 39.4. There are 11,867 men and 11,936 women. The median age for men is 39.2 while for women the median age is 39.6. 85331 Zip code is located in the Phoenix Mountain time zone where daylight saving time is not used. Search for All current listings for Cave Creek Real Estate Cave Creek R... 12/13/2012

Geodesic Domes in Arizona Geodesic Domes in Arizona are not very common, but they are of great value when it comes to staying cool in the summer heat. The dome has one third less surface area to the outside than a box style structure. The amount of surface area exposed to the elements has a much greater impact on energy efficiency and reduced your cooling costs. The strength of Geodesic Homes in Arizona is far superior than a box style home. They can stand up to winds, earthquakes and snow! The spherical design distributes all points of the structure to share the stress and loads evenly, keeping them in tact in the elements. Where can I get a Geodesic Dome in Arizona? Call Amy Today for a list of what is available. 480-294-8680 12/13/2012

by kodiriddlerealestateblog Mix of Distressed Sales is Changing Daren Blomquist, vice president, RealtyTrac As published in Scotsman Guide's Residential Edition, December 2012. U.S. foreclosure activity dropped to a five-year low this past September, partly because lenders and servicers are disposing of distressed properties earlier in the foreclosure process and even before the foreclosure process begins.   This paradigm shift in the disposal of distressed loans is likely attributable to several factors: the recent national mortgage settlement, the short-sale guidelines from Fannie and Freddie that took effect Nov. 1, tougher state foreclosure laws, litigation challenging proper foreclosure procedure, municipal ordinances fining banks for foreclosed homes that are not properly maintain... 12/06/2012

Cave Creek Luminaria Run 2012's Event Was Held Saturday, December 1st   What a fun event the 10th Annual Cave Creek Luminaria Run was! It was my first time participating. I decided to walk the route with my girlfriend and take photos so I could include them in this post, therefore my stellar race time and 396th placing in the 5K race. About 600 people participated in the four different events - the Little Kids 50 Meter Desert Dash, the Big Kids 100 Meter Desert Dash, the 5K run, and the 1-Mile Run Run/Walk. The bright yellow shirts for participants with the $25 advance entry fee were a big hit - easy for cars to spot in the dark! The Cave Creek Luminaria Run started at the Cave Creek Rodeo Grounds at 28th St. and Cloud Rd., just west of the Cave Creek Recreation area.  the evening was b... 12/04/2012

Program HR 3648 Arizona New Affiliate, Kodi Riddle, Battles Firsthand Foreclosure With Short Sale Program HR 3648 Agent Leverages Firsthand Foreclosure Experience To Help Maricopa Homeowners   Kodi’s triumph over her personal battle with foreclosure enabled her to experience an unparalleled education in short sales giving her a unique advantage Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) November 29, 2012 Program HR 3648 Certified Representative, Kodi Riddle, Partner & Associate Broker of A-Aa-1 Realty, leverages firsthand short sale experience to help Cave Creek, Carefree, New River, and North Scottsdale homeowners avoid foreclosure for free. Call Kodi to see if she can help you AVOID a PUBLIC FORECLOSURE 480-580-0171     “I ended up short selling my own home … I was going to lose my own house and that was a ... 12/03/2012

Cave Creek AZ 85331 Market Report October 2012  - Total Active listings are almost unchanged from September 1 through October 31 and very steady with small fluctuations from May through October.  - Lender Owned (REO) and Short Sales (SS) make up less than 14% of Total Actives.  - Lender Owned (REO) prices are down 12.4% month over month. REO's have been slowly falling in price per square foot ever since June when the price was $136. Lender owned inventories have remained pretty constant in the Cave Creek Market fluctuating between 9-11 properties per month.  - Unlike REO and Normal Sales, Short Sale prices have bounced around over the past 6 months and I believe the main reason is the small number of short sales each month and the variety of property price points. Total number of short... 11/20/2012

To me, this is a wonderful tme of the year; traditions - new and old - favorite recipes and (sometimes more fun) new recipes. Came across this one on the web when looking for a cranberry bread recipe.  Made a few modifications - quick, easy, and think you'll like it! Pumpkin Cranberry Bread      1 c canned solid pack pumpkin (1 large can was enough for 2 breads and pumpkin pudding) 1 c sugar 1/4 c water 2 large eggs 1/4 c vegetable oil 1 tsp vanilla 2 c flour                                 2 tsp  baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp ground ginger 1/8 tsp ground cloves 1 c fresh or frozen cranberries (1 pkg of the fresh was enough for 2 loaves) - see note Preheat oven to 350*; butter loaf pan. Beat together pumpkin, sugar, water, eggs, oil, and vanilla... 11/17/2012

Following is a link to one of the best videos I've seen in a really long time.  Take the time to watch and learn.  You just might save a life!  http://www.heartrescuenow.com First, a few facts: About 600,000 people die of heart disease in the United States every year The most common type of heart disease is coronary, which kills more than 385,000 people annually The leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States is heart disease Every year, about 950,000 Americans have heart attacks; of these, 620,000 are a first heart attack; the rest happen to people who have already had a heart attack. Major signs of a heart attack: Chest pain or discomfort. Most heart attacks involve discomfort in the center or left side of the chest that lasts for more than a few minutes, or tha... 11/08/2012

  I have had some Cave Creek clients ask me about shadow inventory, thought this might be interesting.   Special Series: Industry Weighs in on the Shadow Inventory Debate by realestatebrokerkodiriddle   Special Series: Industry Weighs in on the Shadow Inventory Debate 11/01/2012By: Andy Beth Miller After raising the question of how the election might impact the housing market’s shadow inventory, it was obvious to see we had touched on a key issue near and dear to many voters’ hearts, minds, and wallets. Responses to the initial installment of our special election series poured in, and while we can only share some of the reactions here, we’d like to thank all of you who took the time to put your perspectives into words and join in the conversation. One REO broker from Indiana issued a ma... 11/07/2012

SOLD!!!Tatum Ranch 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Home for Sale Overview Maps Photos Features Description Virtual Tour Video Neighborhood Market Stats $299,000 Single Family Home Main Features 4 Bedrooms2 BathroomsInterior: 2,186 sqftLot: 6,995 sqft Location 4637 E. Fernwood CourtCave Creek, AZ 85331USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Like" button below: Our recent listings Cave Creek Colina Del Norte 4 Bedroom Home for Lease With PoolAnthem Country Club 4 Bedroom Home for Lease With CasitaCave Creek Tatum Ranch 3 Bedroom Home for Sale Near Cactus Shadows HighAnthem Parkside 4 Bedroom Home for Sale with Pool2.5 Acre Horse Property Homes For Sale Subscribe to our listing feed Nearby properties for sale 11/04/2012

Achieving Homeownership After a Foreclosure: Report by kodiriddlerealestatebrokerblog Achieving Homeownership After a Foreclosure: Report 10/30/2012 By: Esther Cho      Apparently, if one loses his or her home to foreclosure, the waiting period to qualify for another mortgage can easily be another decade. According to a report from the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, a mere 10 percent of borrowers with a history showing a serious delinquency were able to obtain a mortgage again within 10 years. In addition, subprime borrowers, or those with credit scores lower than 650, have an even more difficult time returning to the market. For borrowers who end their mortgage for a reason other than default, they were able to access mortgage credit about two-and-a-half times faster compared t... 11/01/2012

Inventory of New Homes Down to Lowest Level in Nearly 50 Years By: Tory Barringer                                                10-31-12 The U.S. housing market “has entered a sustainable period of improving conditions,” Pro Teck Valuations CEO Tom O’Grady says in the company’s most recent Home Value Forecast. Pointing to “very low mortgage rates, stable to rising home prices, declining unemployment, declining housing inventories and a strong rental market,” O’Grady says housing is in a good position to continue growth. Those positive trends should lead to growth in the overall economy, he adds. “As real estate has historically been one of the most important leading indicators of economic activity, this has positive implications for the economy,” he says in the report. “This is particu... 11/01/2012

The Ten Commandments When Applying for a Real Estate Loan by coach cliffs real estate and mortgage   The Ten Commandments When Applying for a Real Estate Loan   Thou shalt not change jobs, become self-employed or quit your job. Thou shalt not buy a car, truck or van (or you may be living in it)! Thou shalt not use charge cards excessively or let your accounts fall behind. Thou shalt not spend money you have set aside for closing. Thou shalt not omit debts or liabilities from your loan application. Thou shalt not buy furniture. Thou shalt not originate any inquiries into your credit. Thou shalt not make large deposits without first checking with your loan officer. Thou shalt not change bank accounts. Thou shalt not co-sign a loan for anyone.   CaveCreekAreaHomes.com   applying for a real... 11/01/2012

Case-Shiller: August Home Prices at 2-Year High by kodiriddle Cave Creek Real Estate Broker Blog Case-Shiller: August Home Prices at 2-Year High 10/30/2012 By: Mark Lieberman, Five Star Institute Economist      U.S. home prices continued to increase in August as the Case Shiller 20-city Home Price Index increased 0.9 percent to its highest level since September 2010. The 20-city index is up 2.0 percent in the last year. At 145.87, the index was down 12.9 percent from where it was just before the 2008 presidential election. The index rose in 19 of the 20 cities, falling only in Seattle. The 10-city index also rose 0.9 percent in August, increasing to 158.62, 1.3 percent ahead of August 2011 and the highest level since October 2010. Economists had expected the 20-city index to be 2.0 ahea... 11/01/2012

  Hi, all!  Just a reminder (as though we need it with all the commercials), Election Day is coming up fast.  Please vote…remember how hard this country fought to keep our freedoms, one of the most important one of which is the right to vote.  10/20/2012

It's time for the 2nd Running of the Bulls to be held in Cave Creek, Arizona! Come out October 20, 2012 to experience the thrill yourself at the Running of the Bulls or just watch the crazy antics, costumes and running of their lives while  evading a dozen raging bulls for a quarter mile! In 2011 about 5,000 people attended the event.  More are expected this year.  Inspired by the 400-year old history of Running of the Bulls in Pamplona, Spain, this event is an adrenaline thrill for runners and attendees alike - all in Cave Creek, AZ! The Cave Creek Running of the Bulls runs start at 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 20, 2012 and go every hour until the last run at 4 p.m. Tickets are $75 if you want to run every race (Full Day Pass) or $25 for an individual race. Spectator tickets are $5 - $... 10/18/2012

Tatum Ranch Homes For Sale Facebook Page - Facebook Page For Tatum Ranch Homes For Sale Tatum Ranch is a master planned home community located at Tatum Blvd and Cave Creek Road. Tatum Ranch has 3,400 homes and offers great views and a scenic desert landscape to live in. Tatum Ranch offers a golf course as well as shopping including grocery stores and several restaurants. Tatum Ranch is located in Cave Creek, AZ. Cave Creek is a western town that is home to several great cowboy restaurants and bars such as Harold's Corral, Buffalo Chip Saloon and Cave Creek Tap Haus. On a Friday or Saturday night, you can always find great country music, line dancing and also live bull riding in Cave Creek. Visitors to Cave Creek will also enjoy the many art galleries and specialty western shops with gre... 10/07/2012

Rancho Manana Gated Community Homes For Sale - Gated Homes For Sale In Rancho Manana Rancho Manana is a gated community located in Cave Creek. Rancho Manana is home to Rancho Manana Golf Course as well as Tonto's Bar and Grill. The golf course is an 18 hole course that offers spectacular mountain views, desert views and your occasional encounter with the wildlife of the area. The homes for sale in Rancho Manana offer amazing views of the mountains and of the golf course. There are also gated homes for sale in Rancho Manana as well as golf course homes for sale in Rancho Manana. If you are interested in viewing Rancho Manana mountain view homes for sale or would like more information on mountain view homes for sale in Rancho Manana, please click the link below. Currently, there are 2 gat... 09/29/2012

Gated Community Homes For Sale In Colina Del Norte - Colina Del Norte Gated Homes For Sale Colina Del Norte is a home community located in Cave Creek. Located off of Lone Mountain Road, Colina Del Norte offers potential homebuyers several great options. Colina Del Norte offers great mountain views as well as amazing views of the beautiful star filled sky's at night. Colina Del Norte homes for sale are located just outside of downtown Cave Creek. Cave Creek offers great shops, bars and restaurants. Many people who live and visit Cave Creek enjoy Harold's, Cave Creek Tap Haus and the live bull riding at the Buffalo Chip. If you are looking for a home for sale in Cave Creek, why not consider a Colina Del Norte house for sale? There is 3 gated community homes for sale in Colina Del Norte. T... 09/29/2012