Well, Phoenix has had a bit of excitement today. It isn’t everyday that the President of the United States  Barack Obama comes to deliver the commencement address at ASU. 71,000 people attended the ceremony at Sun Devil Stadium, and the town has been prepping for great entertainment and showcasing. Mariachis, Native American performances, and Alice Cooper all on the show!

Besides inspiring graduates to get started on the real work ahead, Obama commissioned 40 Army and Air Force cadets from five Arizona universities. Prior to 2007 only a commissioned military officer could administer the oath. Now the president, vice president and secretary of defense can do so – and being commissioned by the president is pretty rare!

The quality of life in Phoenix is pretty rare too. Take a look at these Phoenix condos we think are a great find.

Andare
Century Plaza
3rd Avenue Palms

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Downtown Phoenix is a thriving business and residential area. The best of a beautiful scenery and a growing city is yours in downtown Phoenix.

Copper Square is the 90 block core of downtown Phoenix. This is one of the west’s most distinctive emerging urban areas. With the emerging growth of downtown, the conversion of office buildings to condos and renovation of lofts and existing apartment buildings has become popular. Take a look at

St Croix Villas
Lofts at Fillmore

215 E McKinley
New buildings include
Portland 1,2,3
Portland place

Cosmopolitan

Call me to find out more about beautiful downtown Phoenix. Find out why CondoDomain is different from other real estate brokers.

The East Phoenix/Camelback area features some of th emost spectacular views in the area. Adjacent to the Camelback mountain resort area, East Phoenix is the heart of a great urban area with all the beautiful scenery of Arizona just outside your window.

The Camelback Corridor is home to some of the most exciting Phoenix condos, and now they are at even more affordable prices than before.

Take a look at these Phoenix condos:
Optima Biltmore Towers
Landmark on Central
La Terrazza at Biltmore
The Dakota at Camelback

Luxury living with a full package of amenities, beautifully designed homes, and convenient location can be yours in this real estate market, with prices being lower than they have been in years. Call us to find
your Phoenix condo dream home today.

Phoenix has several historic districts, and these are attractive choices for condo buyers.  Buildings are either renovated classics, or built in the architectural style of the craftsman era and earlier.

The Roosevelt district was the first to be officially designated a historic district.  With its homes in the Craftsman and California style, this former streetcar neighborhood has become a classic architectural treasure.  The renewal of the district in the 1980s was current with development in Phoenix, a new light rail system, and expansion of Arizona State University.

Take a look at these buildings in the Roosevelt district

Roosevelt Square Town Homes (built in 2003)
Fontanelle House Lofts built in 1924
Lofts at Fillmore built in 1929

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The Artisan communities in Phoenix were developed by Eric Brown, a successful builder with a vision for unique living spaces. The five existing Artisan communities in Phoenix are in different parts of the city, and blend with the neighborhood for a total experience of convenience, lifestyle, and comfort.

Artisan Commons
Artisan Lofts
Artisan Lofts on Central
Artisan Parkview
Artisan Village

Call us to tour one of the Artisan condominium communities today.  Find out why CondoDomain is different from other real estate brokers.

Phoenix is a center of extremely affordable homes, and Phoenix condos are no exception. This beautiful city is home to many diverse designs, townhomes, and high rises. Phoenix condos offer the best in residential living, “green” lifestyle, and affordability.

Take a look at these Phoenix condos priced at under $200,000
Andare
Biltmore Promenade
Cosmopolitan
Landmark on Central
Palmaire
Portofino
San Simeon at the Foothills
Tapestry on Central
Dakota at Camelback

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The median price of Phoenix real estate continues to be dragged down by foreclosures, and there is still a lot of inventory available. This is still good news for buyers of Phoenix Condos, especially in the downtown Phoenix area. Take a look at these downtown Phoenix opportunities just waiting for you:

Portland 1, 2, 3
Cosmopolitan Towers
44 Monroe
Orpheum Lofts

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And remember, we give you money back at closing.

Foreclosures are on many people’s minds lately.  Since the Federal Government has offered incentives to lenders to restructure people’s loans, local and state governments are encouraging home owners to seek help sooner rather than later and work with their lender to avoid foreclosure.  Help includes restructuring loans, and the purchase of homes by municipalities and non profits.

Foreclosure is the last stop on the money crisis train for home owners.  Once a home is foreclosed, the lender really does not want to own it.  This is why for the savvy buyer, these homes can be a great deal.

Phoenix foreclosures are no longer just in risky neighborhoods.  The foreclosure crisis has hit all sorts of homes in all types of areas.  Pre-foreclosure, many homeowners and developers are willing to negotiate with a buyer/investor.  If they can walk away with a little cash and satisfied liens, and you have a property for less than the market value, it can be a win – win proposition.

How do you find pre-foreclosure opportunities?  By searching for them on our site!  Our partnership with RealtyTrac enables you to search all Phoenix foreclosure listings.  Pre-foreclosures, foreclosure auctions, and bank owned properties are all at your fingertips on our site, and we can help you make sense of the entire process.  We can also assist you with obtaining financing.  Contact us today to learn more about Phoenix foreclosure opportunities.

Phoenix lofts are a popular lifestyle choice right now.  Whether built brand new, or converted from formerly commercial and industrial space, the convenient locations, ample space, soaring ceilings and light pouring in through large windows make an attractive choice, and are a magnet for urban designers.

In the downtown Phoenix Warehouse District, Stadium Lofts is located two blocks south of the US Airways Arena.  It’s a true loft – a former warehouse that his been converted to 31 unique residences.  It has all the classic features – tall windows, soaring ceilings, open floor plans, exposed ductwork and brick walls, and very open floor plans.  This classic Phoenix loft residences have very few interior walls, allowing for a smooth and roomy flow and contemporary two story design.

Call us to tour Stadium Lofts, and remember, with CondoDomain, we give you money back at closing.

There’s been a lot of attention to nationwide foreclosures in the news lately. The number of foreclosures is up this month, and looks pretty drastic. This is partly because of the moratorium on foreclosures in December and through February, awaiting word from the White House on how the federal government would intervene. Now that the moratorium is over, foreclosed properties that were already set for auction have been again scheduled for sale, and now there is a backlog of them.

Foreclosures are pressuring the real estate market in many cities, but providing many opportunities for home ownership. Formerly investors and “house flippers” were the majority at Phoenix foreclosure auctions. But now, regular home buyers who want a chance at an affordable home are flocking to Phoenix foreclosure auctions.

While foreclosures in huge numbers hammer housing prices, efforts to sell the homes and get them off the market have two benefits. One is that once the large inventory of Phoenix foreclosures is off the market, housing prices can stabilize and a true market value can again be established, with homeowners once again building equity. The second benefit is obvious – the buyer gets a home at a low price.

Buying a Phoenix foreclosure is not without risk, since the buyer is responsible for repairs and all liens against the property, including taxes, construction liens, and second mortgages. When it comes to Phoenix condos, it’s possible to have less risk exposure than with a freestanding house.   We can help you with this. We can give you information about the building, the community, and assisting you in finding out the truth about all outstanding liens. We can also assist you with purchasing any foreclosure you choose, not just a condo.

Here at CondoDomain, we have partnered with RealtyTrac so that you can search all available and pending foreclosures in the Phoenix area. Take a look at these, and then call us with your questions.

Good news for FHA loans! As of last week, there are new maximum loan limits that are available due to the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act. These new loan limits are for new and existing loan applications that are submitted with credit approval on or after March 12, 2009.

Here is a list of the 2009 FHA Maximum Mortgage Limits*:

$729,750 for one-unit properties
$934,200 for two-unit properties
$1,129,250 for three-unit properties
$1,403,400 for four-unit properties

These new limits open up the possibilities for many new buyers! Now lenders can go as high as a $729,750 loan amount with only 3.5% down! So if you are in the market to buy and have previously been unable to put 10-20%  down, this is excellent news!

Contact Christina Longo immediately for more information at 978.886.9359

View the all-new Condo Loan Center to learn more information. The Condo Loan Center offers everything from first-time homebuyer programs with down payment assistance, to private mortgage banking with unlimited loan amounts. In addition, the Condo Loan Center has the ability to act as a broker gives clients even more loan programs. Through the Condo Loan Center, you can rest assured that you will be provided with a competitive loan that meets your individual needs.

A complete schedule of FHA’s maximum county mortgage limits can be viewed through the HUD website by clicking here
*the list excludes financed UFMIP or EEM cost

With prices being pressured by auctions and foreclosures, it’s nice to know that your dollar buys value in a Phoenix condo.

Let’s look at Palmaire in Central Phoenix. This mid 20th century apartment building has undergone a total conversion and upgrade. The result is hip, contemporary, and affordable.

At Palmaire, you are so close to great restaurants,a grocery store, and two shopping centers. Located off the freeway and major roads, this is a great location for you.

This Central Phoenix condo features bamboo flooring, walk in closets, large open floor plans with oversized bedrooms, modern Kitchens with islands, and is pre wired for sound cable, and phone. The concrete block construction is sturdy and energy efficient. Covered, assigned parking is included. Upgrades for iPod docking stations, and honed finish slab granite available. Yes, you can actually plug your iPod into the wall with the upgrade, and listen to your tunes in surround sound. Some units include back yards.

Palmaire includes a pool and patio area, and luscious landscaping. Prices start at under $200,000 – this Phoenix condo is relaxed living at a great price.

Call me today to tour Palmaire, and I’ll tell you how we give you money back at closing.