December 2009 
There are 18 blog entries for December 2009.
What were the nation's concerns 10 years ago?
Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009 at 11:01am. 62 Views, 0 Comments.
My name is Justin Botner; a local Realtor in the valley. With the new year year upon us and being a decade into the millennium we have a lot of current issues we are dealing with. Let’s take a moment to look back 10 years ago with a great article from the Arizona Republic and see the Top Ten News Stories of 2000.
1. 537 votes decide race, divide U.S.
America was divided after eight years of President Bill Clinton. But it was not until the vote tallies started rolling in on the night of Nov. 7, 2000, that the nation's narrow split came sharply into color.
The cliffhanger election of Texas Gov. George W. Bush over Vice President Al Gore in the presidential race added the terms "red state" and "blue state" to the lexicon and set the stage for a decade of…
Projects to increase your Home Value!
Monday, December 21st, 2009 at 11:47am. 71 Views, 0 Comments.
My name is Justin Botner; a local Realtor in the valley.
Since the dramatic price drops in the housing market many New Home Buyers and Investors have been diving in head first with the hope of a great investment in their future.
If you are fall into one of these two categories or might find yourself there soon, here are some great tips to make the most out of your investment!
Upscale Projects
- Siding Replacement (fiber-cement or foam-backed vinyl). With the economic slump, home buyers aren't being dazzled by bells and whistles as much as they are improvements that will ensure lower repair and utility bills. Although replacing current siding with fiber-cement has lost value from 2007, it still nets an astonishing 87% ROI. If you prefer a foam-backed vinyl…
Where to Ski, Sled and Snowboard in AZ.
Monday, December 21st, 2009 at 11:35am. 133 Views, 0 Comments.
Now that the seasons are changing many Arizonians are asking themselves, where can I go to see some snow?? As an avid winter enthusiast I have spent many months exploring our great states hidden beauty.
I found a quick list of Arizona's ski and sledding resorts.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW LIST
Ryan Nager, Realtor
480 227 1527
Feel like the Phoenix Housing market burned you?
Tuesday, December 15th, 2009 at 10:23am. 69 Views, 0 Comments.
My name is Justin Botner; a local Realtor in the valley.
Feel like the Phoenix Housing market burned you? Lost a lot of equity!
Well as dismal at it might seem, the grass is NOT always greener on the other side. Take a look at some properties that have taken severe losses in their market.
CLICK HERE TO READ FULL STORY
Maybe times became tough but hopefully not in the realm of losing $75 million on one house.
I help many people across the valley to sell and buy short sales, foreclosures, and investment properties. I work in Tempe, Phoenix, Ahwatukee, Chandler, Scottsdale, Gilbert and throughout the valley.
Justin Botner
Realtor R
C: (480) 250-8858
F: (480) 946-3759
209 E Baseline RD #106
Tempe, AZ 85283
www.occasiorealty.com
Phoenix to add 300 Acres to the Sonoran Preserve
Monday, December 14th, 2009 at 11:56am. 53 Views, 0 Comments.
The City of Phoenix will likely be the only bidder on a new area of the Sonoran Desert up for sale. This acquistion will bring the total preserve up to 5,484 acres. The city already has purchased most of the range to the Northwest. The price is $9.6 million, half the money is funded by the Phoenix Parks and Preserves Initiative tax fund, with the rest from an Arizona Growing Smarter grant. OAS_AD('ArticleFlex_1')
Ultimately, the City of Phoenix hopes to build a preserve of 22,000 acres including not only mountains but also washes and connecting corridors. It includes acreage west of Interstate 17 along the northern side of the Central Arizona Project Canal.
Ryan Nager, Realtor
Celebrating the Holidays in Phoenix!
Saturday, December 12th, 2009 at 11:22am. 59 Views, 0 Comments.
My name is Justin Botner; a local Realtor in the valley.
Has the Holiday spirit hit you?
Looking to see how to share your good cheer with others?
Want to know what holiday events are going on in the valley?
Well About.com has some good insight on what to do!
Click here for Christmas Events
Click here for Chanukah Events
Enjoy the holiday season!
I help many people across the valley to sell and buy short sales, foreclosures, and investment properties. I work in Tempe, Phoenix, Ahwatukee, Chandler, Scottsdale, Gilbert and throughout the valley.
Justin Botner
Realtor R
C: (480) 250-8858
F: (480) 946-3759
209 E Baseline RD #106
Tempe, AZ 85283
www.occasiorealty.com
Popular Scottsdale Hotel goes to Auction
Friday, December 11th, 2009 at 11:09am. 54 Views, 0 Comments.
The popular Mondarian Hotel is the latest victim of the foreclosure crisis that is plagueing the Valleys Hotels and Nightclubs. A Trustees notice of foreclosure was filed this with an intial auction scheduled for March 10, 2010. The Scottsdale area has been one of the worst market for new hotels in recent years. The W Hotel was close to foreclosure but was able to restructure their debt, something The Mondarian owners were trying to do as well.
CLICK HERE TO READ STORY
Ryan Nager, Realtor
Phoenix is looking to build a Bullet Train!
Friday, December 11th, 2009 at 10:40am. 41 Views, 0 Comments.
My name is Justin Botner; a local Realtor in the valley.
The Light Rail was a good start for Phoenix but now the city is looking for something faster than a bullet!
Phoenix is one of four Cities looking to build a Bullet Train transit. These trains will hit speeds of 225mph and a great alternative to airports. A passenger could travel between Phoenix to Las Angeles or Las Vegas in less than three hours.
CLICK HERE TO READ FULL STORY
Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Denver, and Phoenix are asking Congress for $50 million just to study if a Bullet Train will be worth the costs.
I help many people across the valley to sell and buy short sales, foreclosures, and investment properties. I work in Tempe, Phoenix, Ahwatukee, Chandler, Scottsdale, Gilbert and throughout the…
Keep your stomach full with out starving your wallet in Phoenix.
Thursday, December 10th, 2009 at 10:25am. 66 Views, 0 Comments.
My name is Justin Botner; a local Realtor in the valley.
Does the Phoenix economy have you down? Want to keep your stomach full with out starving your wallet? How about a few gourmet meals in the Phoenix Metropolitan area that will keep your stomach and wallet happy!
• Kincaid’s Fish Chop & Steakhouse unveiled a $10 lunch menu that includes an entree, side and drink at its downtown Phoenix location. The restaurant, a popular business meeting spot, also is offering a $25 per person three-course dinner deal everyday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. as well as half-price bottles of wine on Sundays.
• Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar also has three-course dinners for $39.95 per person and a three-course dinner for two featuring lobster or filet mignon for $99.…
ASU bringing youth to Phoenix!
Wednesday, December 9th, 2009 at 11:58am. 58 Views, 0 Comments.
My name is Justin Botner; a local Realtor in the valley.
ASU is revitalizing business in Phoenix.
CLICK HERE TO READ FULL STORY
Since the opening in 2006; the Phoenix Campus has brought students and business to the surrounding area. The city sees a “youthful” new dynamic being brought back to the downtown area; spurring new and different business to open.
But is just having a campus enough?
Unfortunately most students who attended the Phoenix campus migrate to the Tempe campus their next semester. This is because Phoenix’s recreation and entertainment activities don’t compare to what Tempe offers students. This is a wake up call to Phoenix. The city has projects in the works to keep the youth staying downtown such as CityScape.
Phoenix’s economy will become…
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