Your Market Trends Report for PRESCOTT

90-day Market Stats for Single Family properties in PRESCOTT, AZ as of September 23 2011
Median List Price:	$349,635	Average List Price:	$462,309
Total Inventory:	797	Price Per Square Foot:	$145/SqFt
Average Home Size:	2,674 SqFt	Median Lot Size:	19,703
Average # Beds:	3.26	Average # Baths:	2.07
Homes Absorbed:	40	Newly Listed:	38
Days on Market:	214 days	Average Age:	20 years
Data provided by and ©2011 Altos Research LLC

 

 

What About Those Termites?

Known to conjure up feelings of dread in homeowners worldwide, the name termite comes from the Latin word for woodworm. No big surprise there. In nature, termites are good, because they turn decayed wood into nutrients for other organisms. In nature; good. In our homes; not good. How do I know if I've got 'em? According to the Ohio State University Extension: Typical signs of termite infestations include swarming of winged adults in the spring (March, April, May, and June) and occasionally autumn (September and October)... Other signs of termite presence include "pencil-size" mud tubes (which termites use like tunnels), constructed over the surface of foundation walls, mud protruding from cracks between boards and beams, and hollow sounds from infested wood when it is tapped, or extreme softness when probed with a knife. First, experts advise, "Don't panic." Termites work slowly. Take the time to do research. In most cases, once a termite infestation has been found, control measures are usually best accomplished by a professional pest control firm rather than a do-it-yourself treatment. (Homeowners seldom have the experience, availability of pesticides and equipment needed to perform the job effectively.) Deal only with a licensed, certified pest control firm having an established place of business and a good professional reputation. Ideally the firm will belong to a city, state or national pest control association. Get at least three competitive estimates before signing a contract for control measures. Can I do anything to prevent them? Termites (and ants) are attracted to moisture. Therefore, keep moisture away from the foundation of your buildings. That means keeping downspouts and gutters working properly. Also, keep vines and shrubs away from the ventilation openings in your crawl spaces. Don't stack firewood or any other wood against the foundation or in the crawl space. Prevent plants from touching the house. Helpful termite web sites: Dr. Don's Termite Pages - how to tell the difference between a termite and an ant. Terminex - has a termite swarm map for the United States U-Spray, Inc. - has information about different ways to treat infestations Visit my website at: www.BradBergamini.com

Weekly Market Update from Curt and Shannon

 

	September 26, 2011
	The Dalpiaz Team Curt and Shannon 141 S. McCormick Street Suite #107 Prescott, AZ 86303 Ph-928-777-8971 curt.dalpiaz@academymortgage.com shannon.dalpiaz@academymortgage.com	Fall has just begun, but we're fast approaching the end of 2011. Please don't miss the opportunity to improve financial conditions for everyone in your network. There's never been a better time to save money and consolidate debt. Whenever you need assistance, I'm here for you. Homebuyers have more reasons than ever to buy a home – interest rates are exceptionally low. It would be a pleasure to help. Sincerely, Curt and Shannon curt.dalpiaz@academymortgage.com
New Fed Programs Help Mortgage Rates   Highlights Average 30 yr fixed rate Stocks (Weekly)   August Existing Home Sales rose 8% from July The IMF downgraded its forecast for global economic growth S&P cut Italy's debt rating again Oil prices fell to $80 per barrel from $90 per barrel last week   This week: -0.20%   Dow: 10,750 -700       Last week: +0.10%   NASDAQ: 2,475 -125     Last week, the Fed announced new measures to boost the economy. Expectations are low for much economic growth to result from the measures, but they did help push mortgage rates to historic lows. The Fed released its statement Wednesday afternoon, and MBS markets then staged a very strong rally for several reasons. First, quite simply, the Fed confirmed that there are 'significant downside risks' to the US economic outlook. Slower economic growth reduces inflationary pressures, which is favorable for mortgage rates. Second, the Fed announced the widely expected Operation Twist program. This program will extend the average maturity of the Fed's portfolio by purchasing $400 billion of longer-term Treasury securities and selling an equal amount of shorter-term Treasuries. The third major element from the statement helping mortgage rates was a surprise to most investors. The Fed will begin to reinvest principal payments from its mortgage-backed securities (MBS) holdings in additional agency MBS. Until now, the Fed has been reinvesting the MBS principal payments in Treasury securities. With roughly $885 billion in MBS holdings in the Fed's portfolio, these principal payments, along with Operation Twist, will create a significant source of additional demand for MBS. The impact of the announcement was priced in very quickly. Although the Fed has not yet begun to purchase securities under the new programs, investors have already factored in the expected impact of the added demand on MBS prices. Following prior Fed announcements about purchasing MBS, nearly all of the benefit took place right away.
		This week, New Home Sales will be released on Monday. Durable Orders will come out on Wednesday. The final revisions to second quarter GDP will be released on Thursday. Pending Home Sales, a leading indicator, will also come out on Thursday. Friday will be a big day with Core PCE inflation, Personal Income, Chicago PMI Manufacturing, and Consumer Sentiment. In addition, there will be Treasury auctions on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
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Inside Lending Newsletter From Theron Wall

 

\ visit my website     email me now Theron Wall Sr. Mortgage Consultant 1575 Plaza West Drive, Suite C Prescott, AZ 86303 Office: 928.445.8730 Fax: 928.445.1065 Cell: 928.533.7473 For the week of September 26, 2011 – Vol. 9, Issue 39   >> Market Update  QUOTE OF THE WEEK..."Success is the maximum utilization of the ability that you have."--Zig Ziglar, American author and motivational speaker INFO THAT HITS US WHERE WE LIVE...To help the economy succeed, the Fed is certainly using its ability to the max. Coming out of the FOMC meeting Wednesday, the Fed announced "Operation Twist"--a strategy of selling its short-term securities to buy long-term bonds to drive down long term interest rates, especially for mortgages. This latest Fed effort to help the housing market is great news for anyone thinking of buying a home, as mortgage rates should stay very very low. Wednesday's other great news for housing was August Existing Home Sales came in UP 7.7%, to an annual rate just the other side of 5 million units, the best reading since March. This dropped the supply of existing homes to 8.5 months. Tuesday, August Housing Starts were down 5%, to a 571,000 unit annual rate. But, hey, dealing with a hurricane and floods, builders across a good part of the East were hesitant to break ground. Better news came with building permits--UP 3.2% for the month and now UP 7.8% versus a year ago BUSINESS TIP OF THE WEEK...Don't avoid taking a prudent risk just because risks sometimes result in failure. Without the possibility of failure, there is no possibility of success. >> Review of Last Week IT'S ALL GREEK TO WALL STREET...The week before last, investors were optimistic about Greek debt and European financial problems and the stock market went up. Last week, Wall Street worried that Greece wasn't making progress with the austerity plan that would earn it a bail out from its richer neighbors. Then Moody's downgraded Italy's debt. Lastly, the Fed chimed in: "There are significant downside risks to the economic outlook, including strains in global financial markets." Stocks suffered their worst weekly loss since October 2008. Wall Streeters were obviously ignoring the good economic signs. Same-store sales were UP 3.4% versus a year ago, as measured by the International Council of Shopping Centers. Redbook Research reported an even better 4.1% boost in same-store sales. There was the positive housing data reported above. Then, some economists said they expect consumer spending to climb at a 1.5%–2% annual rate in Q3. The economy may not be booming, but it's not double-dipping back into recession either. For the week, the Dow ended down 6.4%, at 10771; the S&P 500 was down 6.5%, to 1136; and the Nasdaq was down 5.3%, to 2483. It was an historic week in the bond market, as Treasury yields dropped to record lows after the Fed announced its $400 billion "twist" to sell shorter term bonds and buy longer ones. The FNMA 3.5% bond we track closed Friday at $102.27, UP 1.22 for the week. National average mortgage rates held steady, but they're already at historic levels, well below where they were a year ago. Now with the Fed's Operation Twist, some observers say rates may go even lower.  DID YOU KNOW?...The majority of real estate agents believe that the biggest reason homes don't sell is simply price. >> This Week’s Forecast MORE ON HOME SALES, GDP, INFLATION...Monday, August New Home Sales are expected down a tad from the prior month. Thursday's Pending Home Sales for July are predicted down a little. That day will also reveal the Q2 GDP, Third Estimate, forecast up slightly but still registering modest 1.2% growth. Friday brings a reading on August inflation in the form of Core PCE Prices, the Fed's favorite gauge, which should still be within their target range. >> The Week’s Economic Indicator Calendar Weaker than expected economic data tends to send bond prices up and interest rates down, while positive data points to lower bond prices and rising loan rates. Economic Calendar for the Week of Sep 26 – Sep 30  Date Time (ET) Release For Consensus Prior Impact M Sep 26 10:00 New Home Sales Aug 293K 298K Moderate Tu Sep 27 10:00 Consumer Confidence Sep 46.7 44.5 Moderate W Sep 28 08:30 Durable Goods Orders Aug 0.0% 4.1% Moderate W Sep 28 10:30 Crude Inventories 9/24 NA -7.336M Moderate Th Sep 29 08:30 Initial Unemployment Claims 9/24 420K 423K Moderate Th Sep 29 08:30 Continuing Unemployment Claims 9/17 3.713M 3.727M Moderate Th Sep 29 08:30 GDP-3rd Estimate Q2 1.2% 1.0% Moderate Th Sep 29 08:30 GDP Deflator-3rd Estimate Q2 2.4% 2.4% Moderate Th Sep 29 10:00 Pending Home Sales Jul -1.3% -1.3% Moderate F Sep 30 08:30 Personal Income Aug 0.0% 0.3% Moderate F Sep 30 08:30 Personal Spending Aug 0.2% 0.8% HIGH F Sep 30 08:30 PCE Prices-Core Aug 0.2% 0.2% HIGH F Sep 30 09:45 Chicago PMI Sep 54.0 56.5 HIGH F Sep 30 09:55 U. of Michigan Consumer Sentiment-Final Sep 57.6 57.8 Moderate   >> Federal Reserve Watch    Forecasting Federal Reserve policy changes in coming months...Economists don't see a hike in the Funds rate, given the Fed's latest view of the economy and its stated intention to keep rates at super low levels through summer 2013. Note: In the lower chart, a 1% probability of change is a 99% certainty the rate will stay the same. Current Fed Funds Rate: 0%–0.25% After FOMC meeting on: Consensus Nov 2 0%–0.25% Dec 13 0%–0.25% Jan 25 0%–0.25% Probability of change from current policy: After FOMC meeting on: Consensus Nov 2      <1% Dec 13      <1% Jan 25      <1%   This e-mail is an advertisement for Theron Wall. The material provided is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as investment and/or mortgage advice, or a commitment to lend. Although the material is deemed to be accurate and reliable, there is no guarantee of its accuracy. The material contained in the newsletter is the property of Wallick & Volk Mortgage and cannot be reproduced for any use without prior written consent. It is designed for real estate and other financial professionals only. It is not intended for consumer distribution. The material does not represent the opinion of Wallick & Volk Mortgage. 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This is not the opinion of Brad Bergamini, Realty Executives Northern Arizona or any of its affiliates.  This post is for informational purpose only and is not guaranteed and does not render as legal advice.  Buying and selling Real Estate in Arizona or Prescott Arizona is a serious task and should be consulted with personally with Realtor or Real Estate Attorney.  Please visit my website for contact information

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$250 Boundary Survey

My Good Friend Allen Foster Just sent this to me and I thought I should post it.

$250 Boundary Survey* Through the end of the year, we would like to offer our friends in Chino Valley and Prescott Valley a savings of 30% off our normal rate of $350.   To qualify for this discount, the land must be in a platted subdivision inside the city limits of Chino Valley or Prescott Valley.  To get started, all you need to do is submit a survey request with the address or parcel number.   For land located in other areas of Yavapai County, shoot us a survey request.  If it looks like we can get out there and complete it in one trip, we will extend the offer to you as well.                               www.anglepointsurveying.com  |  928.848.2009                                     allen.foster@anglepointsurveying.com                                                        *prices subject to change based on lack of prior recorded surveys

 

This is not the opinion of Brad Bergamini, Realty Executives Northern Arizona or any of its affiliates.  This post is for informational purpose only and is not guaranteed and does not render as legal advice.  Buying and selling Real Estate in Arizona or Prescott Arizona is a serious task and should be consulted with personally with Realtor or Real Estate Attorney.  Please visit my website for contact information

http://bradbergamini.com or http://everythingprescott.com