Here is some cool info for saving money on your electric bill in the Summer

One way would be to NOT use your A.C. in July when it's 110

House Diagram

In the dead of summer we all need to run our A.C.'s. In March, April, May, September, and October when the days are hot and the nights are under 75 and the humidity is under 10% you don't need to use your A.C. in the evening.

You need to look into an All House Fan    Here is a How to Install Video

I have an all house fan mounted in my garage and it pulls all the outside air into the home. At sunrise your house will be nice and cool. You may need to run your A.C. during the day when it's 100 degrees, but not at night. Take a close look at this to see if it makes sense for you and your family.

All House Fan

As always I am in Real Estate Sales and always looking for your referrals.

How to save money on my Air Conditioning bill in Chandler Az might be of interest to your friends and family. Please forward this link to them.

Here is a link to Homes with Green Features

Hot air Out. Cool air In.

I will be doing an Open House in Chandler Saturday April 18th 2015

I will be doing an Open House in Chandler Saturday April 18th 2015 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm at:

1025 S Mosley Dr Chandler

Hope you can come and visit. It is one of the best priced homes in Chandler,

There are well over 75 open house's scheduled this weekend in the east Valley on Saturday alone. If you know the location of the home

Open House in Chandler

you are looking for, let me know and I will send you all the active listing in the area that you might like and we can save you a lot of "TIME" looking at homes that fit your needs.
Also before you start your search, make sure you pre-qualified thru a reliable lender. I have seen more than one buyer have one of two problems when they go to make and offer.
1.)  They don't qualify for the house. (or they find out the payment is to high for their comfort level)
2.) They have a few thing on their credit report that could have been resolved before they get serious about buying.
If you enjoy the process of visiting open house's come visit me on this Saturday. If you want to make good use of your time, call or e-mail me to set up an appointment to find you your perfect home.
Here are some of the competing HOMES for SALE. My Open House in Chandler Saturday April 18th 2015 will be the best, but if you are thinking you want to live in another area of town, I can represent you on the purchase of any home on the MLS.

      480-390-4310        dave@davebracklow.com

Home building stats in Chandler Az and the Nation

Home building in Chandler and the east valley has dropped of a bit, but still remains strong compared to the rest of the country.

Some may consider it rash to say all is well in regards to homebuilding following last week's reports. Housing Starts slide 2.0% in January, to a 1.065 million annual rate, with a 6.7% reduction in single-family starts. Other news tells us, building permits were off 0.7%, to a 1.053 million annual rate. But in the last twelve months, single-family starts are up 16.3%, and permits up 5.8%. The 12-month moving average for overall housing starts (single- and multi-family) is at its highest level since 2008. And total number of homes under construction was up 1.1% in January and up 17.5% over a year ago. Good news over all.

To parallel the above, the National Association of Home Builders confidence index fell this month from 57 to 55. But it stayed above 50. This tells us that more builders felt conditions are good. Freddie Mac's U.S. Economic and Housing Market Outlook for February raised its mortgage originations forecast to $1.3 trillion. They pegged home sales at 5.6 million, starts at 1.18 million, and home prices up 3.9% for the year. The CEO at Move Inc., feels "...improved employment, rising GDP, easing mortgage restrictions and growth in housing starts are just a few of the trends creating meaningful tailwind for the market."

If you are on the fence about buying a home in Chandler, plus call or e-mail me so we can talk more about your position and see if now is the time to buy. Home building while not as strong as it as been in the past, is still moving along at a good clip.

Here are all the Homes for Sale in Chandler 85248.

Below are all the newer homes in Chandler

4 bedroom homes for sale in Chandler McQueen North Unit one

Here is a great part of Chandler. MCQUEEN NORTH UNIT. Located between Ray Rd to the north and Chandler Blvd to the south. Cooper on the east and McQueen on the west edge.

Homes in this subdivision range in size from 3 bedroom 2 bath 1,039 up to 4 bedroom with a den 2,400. The bulk of the homes were built in 1984/1985 with few homes being built in 93/94. Tried doing some research. I am thinking the builder went under in the 80's and a new builder came in and finished out the sub-division. Home prices over the last year range from 300K down to $139k (note the difference in sizes above)

Schools in the area are in the Chandler Unified:

Sanborn Elementary School                 Willis Junior High School              Chandler High School

Easy access to the 202 with plenty of shopping and dining close by makes this an ideal place to purchase a home in Chandler.

Here is a link to "ALL" the Homes for Sale in Chandler.

Here is a link to 4 bedroom homes 85225 for sale in MCQUEEN NORTH UNIT ONE.

If you have questions or would like to see any of these homes please call or e-mail me to set up an appointment.

Dave Bracklow

480-390-4310              dave@davebracklow.com

3 bedroom Homes for Sale in COLLEGE PARK Chandler.

Here are all  of 3 bedroom Homes for Sale in COLLEGE PARK Chandler.

This is a great part of Chandler Arizona. In the north part of the city, just a short drive to either the U.S. 60 or Az 101.

Tons of shopping and dining in the area. Also just a 15-20 min drive to the airport. This part of Chandler puts you right in the middle of the east valley.          Mesa Community college is to the N.E. by about 8 miles.

The Mesa School Dist, services this neighborhood. Here are the schools.

Pomeroy Elementary                 Hendrix Junior High School                   Dobson High School

Dobson Ranch Golf Course is just a mile up the road. BEST GREENS of any Public Course in the Phoenix Metro.

Homes in this Subdivision are surrounded by parks and many other golf courses all within 15/20 min drive.

There are 97 homes in College Park 16. Size of homes range from about 1200-1900 homes some with carports some with one or two car garage.

All the homes were built in 1979 (No Lead Base Paint in these homes) Many of the homes have been re-model, or had additions on to really make the home fell like it is modern. Some homes in the area are in less than perfect shape if you are interested in doing a fix and flip or fix and rent.

Whatever your interest is in 3 bedroom Homes for Sale in COLLEGE PARK Chandler, I would love to hear from you to set up an appointment to meet.

Dave Bracklow              480-390-4310       dave@davebracklow.com

471 W MARLIN PL Chandler 85286

Check out this awesome home 471 W MARLIN PL Chandler, AZ 85286. Just listed.

Fully upgraded. Excellent location! Well maintined home. Oversized corner lot with a North/South exposure. Home has an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, upgraded 18'' diagonal tile in all the right places. Wood shutters throughout. Master Bedroom with separate tub/shower, double sinks. Walk-In closets and ceiling fans in all bedrooms. The kitchen has black appliances, kitchen island with breakfast bar, pantry has pull out drawers and lots of storage. Covered patio w/new pebble sheen fenced pool. Pool also has over sized rock waterfall and self cleaning pop ups and whisper pump. Backyard also has new artificial grass and beautiful travertine pavers. 3 car garage with cabinets. RV Gate. Short drive to access the Loop 202 &101, Shopping and Restaurants.

Elementary School: T. Dale Hancock Elementary School

Jr. High School: Bogle Junior High School

High School: Hamilton High School

471 W Marlin Pl Chandler Az 85286

Contact me if you are interested in seeing this home or other Homes in Chandler.

Dave Bracklow        480-390-4310        dave@davebracklow.com

Homes for Sale in Chandler Arizona under $200 K

If you are interested in buying a home in Chandler there are still a lot of Homes for Sale in Chandler under $200,000.00 Some are older fix-up type of homes. If you are willing to do a fix and flip you are still have a chance. (as of Jan 5th 2015) there are well over 90 homes in Chandler for sale.

Many of the homes under $150k are older and need updating. A perfect opportunity to do a fix and flip.

Many of these homes are in or around Down Town Chandler or north of the 202 San Tan.

The great news about these homes whether you plan on buying and selling, buying and renting out, or buying for yourself, the schools, shopping, and freeways are all close by.

Chandler Schools have an exceptional rating throughout the valley.

Now is a great time ,with interest rates and inventory, to purchase a Home for Sale in Chandler under $200,000.00.

If you are interested in purchasing a Home in Chandler/Homes in Gilbert or any part of the east valley please contact me at your earliest convenience. Also I can get you a referral if you are looking to buy in other parts of The Phoenix Metro Area.

Best Reagrds

Dave Bracklow

www.davebracklow.com (search for your home here)

480-390-4310

dave@davebracklow.com

3 bedroom homes in Oakwood Lakes Chandler 85248

If you are looking to buy a home in Chandler, 3 bedroom homes in Oakwood Lakes Chandler are in a great location and great subdivision.

The whole subdivision only has 213 homes. There is a lake in the middle of the neighborhood, so approx. 60 homes have lakes view.

Oakwood Lakes Sub Division

Chandler Unified School Dist services the area. Hamilton High Boggle Jr. High and Anna Marie Jacobson Elementary.

With tons of shopping and restaurants in the area you'll never feel like you need to go far. Also the Chandler Mall is just a few miles to the North.

Oakwood Lakes is surround by homes equal in value as well as upscale homes. Just to the south side is Oakwood Hills. Most homes in the area have a market value of about $750,000.00- to well over 1 million. To the north is Ocotillo with the Vistas similar homes with views of the Ocotillo Golf Course.

If Golf is your passion you are in close proximity to more than enough course's to keep you busy through the year.

Bear Creek/Oakwood/Ironwood/San Marcos/Lone Tree/Ocotillo just to name a few.

If you would like to schedule a showing of any of the listing in Oakwood Lakes or any other homes in the area please be sure to contact me to set up an appointment. Also if you have any questions about the area or Golf course, I am always available to answer your questions.

Here is a link to Homes in South Chandler Az for your viewing pleasure.

Best Regards

Dave Bracklow      480-390-4310    dave@davebracklow.com

5 Mistakes that will Kill your Fix and Flip

5  Mistakes that will Kill your Fix and Flip

1. Taking Too Much Time

The best way to avoid this probelm  is to create a timeline for your project, and stick to it. The timeline should go hand in hand with your project budget and include all phases of the project: from the time you buy the property to the time that you sell it. Then you need to revisit the timeline and make adjustments. More than likely you will have problem with your time, but you will learn by your mistakes.

Avoid the urge to figure it out as you go.. Make the timeline anyway, and keep making adjustments when things come up. The timeline will hold you on course and, along with your budget, will stop the project from getting too far off goal.

2. Not Having/Sticking to a Realistic Budget

Also with your timeline you'll want to set up a budget and stay with it. Seems logical, but this is another killer in regards to any Fix and Flip.

There are two ways that your fix and flip can fall apart due to the budget. Here they are and how to avoid them:

Budget doesn’t cover everything: You want to make sure your project budget covers all the costs you will incur. This of course includes all improvements you plan to make, so be sure that all activity in the house has a line item (from demolition to final cleaning).

Also, make sure that the “soft costs” are included. These would be things like loan interest, taxes, utilities, permits, architect fees, etc.

Budget is unrealistic: If you plan on replacing the roof on your flip, be sure to budget more than $100 for it. I am being a bit extreme, of course, but I am trying to make a point. You need to make sure that the line item expenses in your budget are achievable given what you know about the property going in.

3. Over-Improving the Property

It’s hard to know when to stop improving on a fix and flip, especially if you have the resources. There are things that really make a fix and flip pop, like granite countertops, crown molding, tile, hard wood floors, landscaping, and the list can go on.  Every house should have a few things that make people say, “WOW!” when they walk through your property. These things make your house stand out and will help you sell quickly.

More importantly you need to only improve the property with the market. If you are in an area that doesn't support Granite Counter tops, you may only need to put in Formica.

4. Not Preparing for Unforeseen Issues

This is by far my least favorite part of fix and flips. As I said before, there are just too many variables in a fix and flip to anticipate all of them. You just can’t know everything. If you budget a fixed % of unseen variables you may make it thru.

5. Over-Pricing the Property

An overpriced house will not get the attention it deserves when it first goes out for sale. The first time a house is listed is when it’s on most people’s radars. If you are priced right, you should be getting interested buyers as soon as it gets listed. For a variety of reasons, you want your house to go under contract within a few weeks of getting listed. The obvious reason is that you want to sell and get your hard earned profits. The second reason is that you don’t want it to sit on the market.

Good luck with your Fix and Flips

Please call me when you are ready to try one of these and I will get you started.

Dave Bracklow    480-390-4310    dave@davebracklow.com

3 Bedroom Homes in The Vineyards Chandler for Sale.

3 Bedroom Homes in The Vineyards Chandler for Sale.

This is a very nice subdivision north of Germann between Alma School and Dobson.

Quick access to the 202 San Tan via Alma School or Dobson. To the south on Germann is a number of shopping centers. A short drive to Frys/Sprouts and a number of Restuarants. Just to the north is the Chandler mall and other resturants as well. East on Germann and you are just 5 minutes from Tumble Weed Rec Center.

Just to the West is the Price Rd Tech Corridor. Businesses include Intel and Orbital to the south.

Chandler Schools that service this subdivision include Jacobson Elementary/Boogle Jr. High and Hamilton High.

With 437 homes in the Subdivision, with a range of 1500-2500 sq.ft.

3 bedroom homes in the Vineyards comprise just under 50%. The bulk of the homes have 4 bedroom or 3 plus a den.

Please call or e-mail me today to set up an appointment to view one of these great homes or other homes in the East Valley.

Your Chandler Realtor.

Dave Bracklow          480-390-4310          Dave@DaveBracklow.com