grayhawk issue #2 june/july 2013

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P3 ........Welcome To Grayhawk

P4-5.....Home ListingsP6 ........Student SpotlightP8-9.....Home ListingsP11.......Community

CalendarP14-15...Business SpotlightP18 ......Home Refinancing

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We would like to give a special thanks to all of our past clients that have allowed us to sustain#1 market share in Grayhawk. Without you and your referrals none of what we do would bepossible. We have helped over 500 Grayhawk families buy and sell their homes. Is selling RealEstate rewarding? Yes! However, real estate transactions are by nature, complicated. Emotionscan run high when selling your family home, or buying the next home of your dreams. Ourexperience has allowed us to keep tempers calm in the most difficult of situations. Selling thathome to a client who needs to be relocated, or finding that perfect property for thediscriminating buyer is always very rewarding. Our business is built on sustaining long termrelationships and being the trusted advisors to those clients and all of their referrals. Below you will find just a couple of our many great testimonies that we receive from our clients.“Over the years, we have used David Van Omen and the Bloom/Van Omen team for the purchase ofseveral homes in Scottsdale. David and his team are very knowledgeable about the greater Scottsdalemarket. They have established builder relationships, they set realistic expectations, and are experiencednegotiators. David was also patient in showing us many properties and helped guide our decision-making process to a successful conclusion. I have and will continue to recommend David and theBloom/Van Omen team to anyone looking for true professionals. They will inform and educate you aboutthe market, show you the right properties and make your closing process easy". We have no doubt wehave made money selling and saved money buying with their knowledge and experience. Brad & LisaAndrew, David and Team, Once again you made selling my home a smooth process and guidedme all the way! We have sold two homes in Grayhawk with you andrecommend you to all of our friends and family.You are absolutely the best to work with.Love, Pat TaublerYou are absolutely the best team to work with.Love, Pat Taubler

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21803 N. Scottsdale Rd. #100Scottsdale, Arizona 85255Phone - 1.855.405.5325Fax - 480.850.5005

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Andrew Bloom & David Van Omen

editor

Kyle [email protected]

contributing

writers

David Van Omen ~RE/MAX Excalibur

Andrew Bloom ~RE/MAX Excalibur

Rob Loewen ~Farm Bureau Insurance

Sarah Green ~Security Title Agency

Bryan Nuorala ~Academy Mortgage Corp.

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Scottsdale Real Estate News is YOURhyperlocal magazine. For any and allinformation about your community,your life and all the items that areimportant to you along with MarketUpdates from Bloom/Van Omen & Associates.

If you ever have any events for thelocal community or would like to become one of our community contributers please email our editorKyle Jacobs by the lst of the monthprior to the month of publication.

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ROB LOEWEN

FARM BUREAU INSURANCERob is a Multi-line licensed Property, Casualty, Life, andHealth Insurance agent. He hasbeen in the North ScottsdaleArea for the last 5 years. Located in the Airpark near Hayden and Raintree, and willlikely move his office into theGrayhawk shopping center in thenext year. Some of the licensesand designations Rob has carriedover the last 20 years make himmore than qualified to take careof clients from a business owneror homeowner perspective. AsRob says “If you can build it, fix it,break it, buy it, sell it, or haul it,I’ve done it,” and he has.

Scottsdale Real Estate News June / July 2013

SARAH GREEN

SECURITY TITLE AGENCYSarah began her career in theTitle industry in January of 2005.She is Security Title Agency's Scottsdale Business DevelopmentRepresentative offering value-added services to REALTORS(r)and mortgage professionals togrow their business through education and marketing services.Her dedication to delivering onher commitments, her ambition,discipline and hard work haveallowed her to become a leaderin business development. She enjoys volunteering within the localReal Estate community and re-sides in Scottsdale with her husband and 2 year old son, Jack.

BRYAN NUORALA

ACADEMY MORTGAGE CORP.Bryan is a Senior Mortgage Consultant who has served localcustomers in Arizona for over 15years. He understands that eachborrower is unique and that makingsound financial choices is critical.By offering a variety of products tomeet your needs, Bryan willfocus on securing your mortgagein the most straightforward andtimely way possible. Workingdiligently with you to achievethis, Academy Mortgage provides “One-stop-shopping” –processing, underwriting, docdrawing and funding under oneroof. We simply get loans donequickly and efficiently!

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BUILDING UP THE GRAYHAWK COMMUNITY

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COMMUNITY ADVOCACY:

Since 1996 Andrew and David have beenselling real estate in Grayhawk! David is anoriginal home owner who bought in

Grayhawk so he could raise his two boys and walk tothe new Grayhawk Elementary School- that was 17years ago! Today, David continues to live, work, andplay in the Grayhawk community. In 1996, Andrewwas on the Albertson’s (American Stores) CorporateRelocation Team working as a Realtor relocatingAlbertson’s Executives to Scottsdale. Once Andrewdiscovered the Grayhawk lifestyle for his clients, heimmediately began selling homes to these corporateexecutives who fell in love with all that Grayhawkoffers.

COMMUNITY EDUCATION:

Andrew and David host the annualGrayhawk “Community Town Hall”.During this Town Hall residents in

Grayhawk learn all about the current market

conditions. They learn ways to improve theirproperties that will give them the most return oninvestment , and they learn about what to expect withproperty values for the upcoming year.

In addition to hosting the Grayhawk CommunityTown Hall, Andrew and David work year-roundeducating other local and out of town Realtors as toall that Grayhawk has to offer. Their work asadvocates and educators in the community is wellrespected by their peers.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:

F rom Snow Days to Pumpkin Patches,Movies in the Park to the Easter Egg Hunt,they are the sponsors of mostly every

event in Grayhawk. Andrew and David are dedicatedto the Grayhawk lifestyle. Their philanthropic workwithin the community helps to sustain Grayhawk life.They are proud recipients of many Grayhawk awardsand acknowledgments for their efforts.

bloom/van omen recent home transactions

19700 N. 76th St. 20332BR / 2BA 1,403 Square Feet

Gorgeous townhouse in greatcommunity! This home features a brightand open floorplan, recessed lighting, andceiling fans throughout. The kitchen boastscherry cabinets and a large breakfast bar.Large bedrooms, and bathrooms haveupgraded vanities. Enjoy a private balconywith fan, and community pool!

19700 N. 76th St. 20332BR / 2BA 1,403 Square Feet

Gated upscale condo, located in the heartof Grayhawk. 3 community pools, pluswork out rooms. This unit has a 1 cargarage. Upstairs unit with no neighborsabove. The interior is in excellentcondition. New Stainless steel appliances,plus refrigerator and front loadwasher/dryer.

20290 N. 76th Way3BR / 2BA 1,634 Square Feet

Highly desirable Grayhawk, a masterplanned community. Single level 3/2home with large corner lot across fromthe greenbelt, walking paths, and playarea. Backyard outdoor living area in-cludes a pebble tec pool with water fall.Extended patio features a BBQ kitchenand gas fire pit. Excellent schools!

7752 E. Overlook Dr.2BR / 2.5BA 2,612 Square FeetStunning and immaculate home! ElegantRotunda entrance welcomes you to thisopen and spacious floor plan. Plantationshutters & duettes throughout. 12'ceilings, den/office with custom built inbookcase. Kitchen with granite c-topsand oversized island, lots of customalder wood cabinetry.

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7569 E. Buteo Dr.4BR / 2.5BR 2,806 Square Feet

Grayhawk's POPULAR La Palma floorplan. 4/2.5 split master showcasingBamboo flooring. Large Great room offupdated kitchen. PREMIUM south facinglot backing to hiking trails and greenbelt.Heated pool and spa. Outdoor patiowired for sound. New built in BBQ greatfor entertaining.

$635,000

$545,000

$385,000

$227,900

$225,000

$2,375,000 21796 N 81st St 6,130 / 7 / 5

$1,050,000 21194 N 82nd St 3,676 / 4 / 3.5

$938,000 7758 E Fledgling Dr 3,950 / 6 / 3.5

$895,000 20637 83rd Pl 3,829 / 6 / 5

$775,000 21007 N 79th Pl 2,930 / 4 / 2.5

$695,000 21112 N 74th Pl 3,440 / 4 / 3

$672,000 8010 E Wingspan Way 3,647 / 5 / 4.5

$635,000 7569 E Buteo Dr 2,806 / 4 / 2.5

$615,000 8429 E Diamond Rim Dr 2,729 / 4 / 2.5

$612, 000 8431 E Havasupai Dr 2,423 / 3 / 2.75

$572,500 8233 E Mohawk Ln 2,612 / 3 / 2.5

$570,000 7605 E Phantom Way 2,806 / 4 / 2.5

$550,500 7528 E Phantom Way 3,705 / 7 / 3

$545,000 7663 E Overlook Dr 2,363 / 3 / 3

$518,000 21655 N 74th Way 2,800 / 5 / 3

$485, 000 19475 16 N Grayhawk Dr #1054 2,563 / 5 / 3.5

$415,000 7800 E Journey Ln 1,814 / 3 / 2

$385,000 20750 43 N 87th St #1128 1,715 / 3 / 2

$377,000 7321 E Fledgling Dr 1,677 / 3 / 2

$340,000 19550 N Grayhawk Dr #1072 1,837 / 3 / 2.5

$225, 000 19700 29 N 76th St. #2087 1,403 / 2 / 2

RECENT GRAYHAWK HOME SALES

List Price Address SqFt / Bed / Bath

All information should be verified by the recipient & none is guaranteed as accurate by ARMLS, Bloom/Van Omen &Associates or RE/MAX Excalibur. Data is subject to change and correction. Please verify all data against public records.

top grayhawk properties for sale

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FEATURED PROPERTY #17572 E Buteo Dr

5BR / 3BA 3,705 Square FeetHere is North Scottsdale's Best Family Community,Grayhawk, as well as its Best Model-The TALAVERA.Great private setting with only single level homesadjoining. Soaring Ceilings!! FIVE bedrooms plus agame/media room and a very spacious loft. Three and 1/2car garage. Same owner for 13 years has spent over$84,000 in updates and upgrades! See document tab fordetailed list. Perhaps the biggest kitchen you will everown is recently updated with Stainless Steel Appliances,Double Ovens and beautiful Granite Slab Countertopswith custom tile backsplash! Master Bath completelyredone as well. Newer Trane a/c units and air cleaningsystem in 2010. 13 Acre Park 2 blocks away! Move in andenjoy this special home!

$609,900

FEATURED PROPERTY #28448 E Diamond Rim Dr

4BR / 2.5BA 2,729 Square FeetThis privately situated Monterey home behind the Talonguard gate is a 4 bedroom split plan, backing to open space,and in close proximity to the community pool. This stylishproperty boasts granite counter tops, S/S appliances and lotsof storage in the kitchen. Handsome slate floors prevail,along with upgraded carpet. The master bath has an amplesoaking tub, a glass block shower and extensive closet built-ins. Tasteful custom window treatments are foundthroughout the entire property. The spacious kitchen opensto a comfortable family room that overlooks the backyardcontaining a private pebble tec pool and waterfall, near thebuilt in barbeque; creating a perfect spot for entertaining orrelaxing. All of this is in close proximity to the best N.Scottsdale has to offer!

$550,000

$395,000

$325,000

20802 N Grayhawk Dr. 11373BR / 3.5BA 2,445 Square FeetGrayhawk Merlin floor Plan - Large 3bedrooms and office/den with 3.5 baths,2 master suites - one on first floor, oneon second. Stainless appliances. Newwater softener and RO systems. 2pools, 2 spas, tennis court.

20474 N 78th Way3BR / 2BA 1,634 Square Feet

Beautiful neutral and sparkling cleanhome with lush views of the McDowellMtns and directly across from theGreenbelt. Bright open Acacia modelfeatures eat in Kitchen and breakfast bar.Great room floorplan overlooks sparklingpool and meticulously manicured yard &small veggie garden. Double door den /office is ideal, no closet but room for one.3 car garage with cabinetry & epoxy floor.

19700 N 76th St #20103BR / 2BA 1,843 Square Feet

This private, well appointed and upgradedupstairs unit w/ 2 bedrooms and a den atthe Villages is in close proximity to thegreenbelt and pool. UBATUBA Granitecountertops, gas range, stainless steelappliances and updated cabinetry enhancethe kitchen area. Attractive designer tileand brand new carpet and paint prevailthroughout the property. A spacious patiooverlooks the peaceful common area.

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Taylor and Savannah Souza, twin 7-year-olds, are in second grade at GrayhawkElementary School. Both share a love of school, their teachers and friends.Born and raised in Scottsdale, they recently moved into Grayhawk in July,2012. They love being part of the Grayhawk community with everything ithas to offer, especially all of the fun family events. Taylor’s favorite restaurantsare Chipotle, Cold Beer and Cheeseburgers, and Tart and Toppings. Savannahloves Cold Beer and Cheeseburgers, Pei Wei and Tart and Toppings.

Along with playing with her friends, Taylor is also passionate about gymnastics,her dog Gibson and her family. Savannah is an avid reader, who also lovesplaying with her friends, her dog Gibson and her family. Savannah and Taylorwould call Disneyland their favorite place to vacation. Like most 7- year-olds,

they are full of life and love. Unlike most 7-year-olds, they were struck by tragedy when they were 3years old.

With no signs or symptoms, Taylor was diagnosed with AML (Acute MyeloidLeukemia). AML is a rare, aggressive form of leukemia. Taylor’s best chanceof a “cure” was to receive a bone marrow transplant from her sister Savannah.Unfortunately, Savannah’s bone marrow was not a match for Taylor. Taylorwas put through 8 months of grueling chemotherapy. She was given 5 roundsof chemotherapy at Phoenix Children’s Hospital. Due to the type and severityof her leukemia, Taylor was treated in the hospital for all of her chemotherapy.This meant living in the hospital for 8 months.

Due to the amazing doctors at PCH, many prayers and Taylor’s fighting spirit,Taylor has been in remission since February 2010. She is still at high risk ofrelapse and is monitored very closely. Taylor and Savannah are both amazingchildren with a strong passion for life.

Their parents, Sean and Kristen have an even stronger passion for giving back to their community andtheir mission is to help the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society raise funds to WIPE OUT CANCER! TheSouza family participates in many fundraising events but focuses most of their efforts on the annualLIGHT THE NIGHT WALK for Leukemia and Lymphoma. Their next walk in Phoenix is November 9,2013. Please take a moment and consider donating to TEAM TAYLOR. No donation is too small andevery penny counts.

THERE ARE TWO WAYS TO DONATE:

http://Lightthenight.org/az/Phoenix13/TEAMTAYOR

Lightthenight.org. Click on Donate. Search for TEAM TAYLOR in Phoenix

STUDENT SPOTLIGHTIn order to nominate an exceptional student

please email your nomination to [email protected]

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Security Title Agency is Grayhawk friendly.

We understand the fees associated with buying or selling a home in Grayhawk. One reason Grayhawk remains beautiful is in large part

owed to the Fees collected at closing…

Things you need to know before going to the closing table…

Community Enhancement Fee• The Master Association collects ½ of 1% of the purchase price from either Buyer Master Association collects ½ of 1% of the purchase price from either Buyer

and/or Seller. and/or Seller.

•• Properties located in the Retreat (Guard Gated) have an additional 3/8 of 1% of theProperties located in the Retreat (Guard Gated) have an additional 3/8 of 1% of thepurchase price due from either the Buyer and/or the Seller. purchase price due from either the Buyer and/or the Seller.

There is a one-time exemption to these fees for any homeowner holding title prior to December 31, 1998.

In addition to the Community Enhancement Fee, additional fees include the Resale Disclosure and Lien Estoppel Fee of$350.00 (Crown Point Properties have an additional fee).

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$969,500 20166 N 85th Pl 3,414 / 6 / 3.5

$856,000 21185 N 79th Pl 3,345 / 4 / 4

$849,000 8108 E Windwood Ln 3,209 / 4 / 3.5

$849, 000 21354 N 78th St 3,738 / 5 / 2.5

$775,000 20063 N 83rd Pl 2,704 / 3 / 2.5

$749,900 7970 E Wingspan Way 3,139 / 4 / 3

$729,000 7766 E Fledgling Dr 3,184 / 4 / 2.5

$629,000 8423 E Havasupai Dr 2,423 / 3 / 2.5

$609,900 8448 E Diamond Rim Dr 2,729 / 4 / 2.5

$599,000 7436 E Quill Ln 2,806 / 5 / 2.5

$599,000 8211 E Sierra Pinta Dr 1,903 / 3 / 2

$580,000 20750 N 87th St #1046 2,101 / 3 / 2

$575,000 7239 E Tailfeather Dr 3,039 / 5 / 3.5

$575,000 20805 N 74th Way 2,806 / 5 / 2.5

$550,000 20802 N Grayhawk Dr #1137 2,445 / 3 / 3.5

$548, 900 7695 E Thunderhawk Rd 2,649 / 4 / 2

$499,000 7324 E Fledgling Dr 2,058 / 4 / 2

$415,000 20750 N 87th St #1106 1,810 / 4 / 2.5

$407,500 20750 N 87th St #2044 1,825 / 3 / 2

$395,000 20474 N 78th Way 1,634 / 4 / 2

$369,900 19475 N Grayhawk Dr #1163 1,696 / 3 / 2.5

$359,900 19700 N 76th St #2046 1,843 / 2 / 2

$350,000 19475 N Grayhawk Dr #2144 1,714 / 3 / 2

$347,900 19700 N 76th St #2055 1,843 / 3 / 2

$263,000 20121 N 76th St #2045 1,322 / 3 / 2

$260,000 20121 N 76th St #2066 1,322 / 2 / 2

$199,000 19777 25 N 76th St #3255 1,149 / 2 / 2

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All information should be verified by the recipient & none is guaranteed as accurateby ARMLS, Bloom/Van Omen & Associates or RE/MAX Excalibur. Data is subject tochange and correction. Please verify all data against public records.

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$809,000 20626 N 83rd Pl 3,744 / 4 / 2.5

$799,000 8164 E Windwood Ln 3,421 / 4 / 3.5

$725,000 8575 E Angel Spirit Dr 2,434 / 3 / 3

$719,900 7527 E Nestling Way 3,705 / 5 / 4

$589,000 21481 N 77th Pl 2,612 / 3 / 2.5

$589,000 8447 E Havasupai Dr 2,423 / 3 / 3

$465,600 7534 E Nestling Way 2,806 / 4 / 2.5

$399,900 7244 E Whistling Wind Way 2,296 / 4 / 2

$365,000 20802 N Grayhawk Dr #1094 2,267 / 2 / 2.5

$340,000 19550 N Grayhawk Dr #2018 1,795 / 3 / 2

$310,000 19700 N 76th St #2196 1,843 /3 / 2

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We appreciate Andrew Bloom & David Van Omen for all they havedone for us in acquiring our home in Pinnacle as well as sellingour rental property. We look forward to seeing and working withthem again!Best regards, Shannon and Cameron Eghlimi

All information should be verified by the recipient & none is guaranteed as accurateby ARMLS, Bloom/Van Omen & Associates or RE/MAX Excalibur. Data is subject tochange and correction. Please verify all data against public records.

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dine around the community


The restaurant that we chose to review for this issue wasWhich Wich. Which Wich is the newest restaurant toopen in the Grayhawk Basha's Center. It is a casualsandwich shop offering more than 50 customizable"wiches". Which Wich is known for its unique orderingsystem and fresh ingredients. As you enter the restaurant,

you will see a large table with stands full of brown paper bags separated by sandwichcategory. To order your sandwich, all you need to do is grab a bag and a red sharpie,write your name and check off what type of sandwich and toppings you would like,then hand it to one of the friendly employees who is eager to help you. I sampled three items off the menu- the gyro (pronounced Yero), the turkeywich, anda strawberry milkshake. I enjoyed all three items! The gyro was comparable to a gyrothat you would find at a Greek restaurant- a perfect combination of seasonedgyro meat, tzatziki sauce, onion and tomato, all wrapped up in a warm pita. I waspleasantly surprised by the quality of the gyro. I tried the Turkeywich on toasted wheatbread. The Turkeywich comes with 1000 island dressing and coleslaw along with any additional items that you would like to add. I thought all of theingredients complimented each other without one ingredient being overpowering.

The milkshake was delicious. Which Wich makes all of their milkshakes with real ice cream and there are 6 flavors to choosefrom. The menu offers something for everyone. If you are carb conscious, you can order any wich wrapped in lettuce withoutbread or order your wich as a "bowl" in a bed of shredded lettuce or spinach. The Grayhawk locals seem to have the itch for Which Wich especially during lunchtime. By the time I left Which Wich around12:30, the line to order was nearly out the door. You can avoid long waiting times by calling ahead or ordering online. Thephone number is 480.513.9424 and the website is: www.whichwich.com. Which Wich is located at 20851 N. Scottsdale Rd., Suite D 102, Scottsdale, AZ 85255Written by: Sarah Green, Scottsdale Real Estate News

Employee Kaitlyn Kubicki, a 2012 Chaparralgrad who is working at Which Wich during her summer break from The University ofNebraska.

community calendar of events - july

JULY 3 4TH ANNUALAFTER DARK SALE

Join us Wednesday, July 3rd at Outlets atAnthem from 6pm-11pm for free familyfun and fireworks! 623.465.9500

JULY 3 INDEPENDENCEDAY MUSICFESTIVAL

Come out and celebrate the Fourth atSalt River Fields! Music Festival featuringcountry music superstar BrantleyGilbert and the largest firework show inthe valley! 480.270.5000

JULY 4 4TH OF ZOO-LYPHOENIX ZOO

• Enjoy an All-American catered BBQdinner at the Lakeside lawn

• Hop aboard the Endangered SpeciesCarousel from 7pm – 8:30pm

• Visit our school of cownose stingraysat Stingray Bay from7pm – 8:30pm

• Enjoy bounce houses, up-close animaldiscoveries, face painting and airbrushtattoos.

• Delight in a VIP view from the Zoo ofthe Tempe Fireworks show at 9pm

• Beer and wine will be available forpurchase.

• Cool treats for everyone during thefireworks show.

• Much, much more!

JULY 4 A STAR SPANGLEDSHOOT OUT!

Celebrate your independence this July4th western style with us right here atRawhide! If it’s a party yer lookin’ for,we’ve got you covered with cowboys,gunfights, food, fun, family and fireworks!480.502.5600

JULY 5 ARTLINK PHOENIXFIRST FRIDAYS

Enjoy the spirit and culture ofdowntown Phoenix as you mingle withthousands of other residents andvisitors. Tour art galleries, venues, andrelated spaces from 6:00 to 10:00pmevery First Friday of the month. (Note:each art space has their own hours.)602.256.7539

JULY 11 SUMMERSPECTACULARARTWALK

One of the Valley’s most surprisingevents always draws hundreds to the“coolness” of the Scottsdale ArtsDistrict. The 24th annual SummerSpectacular ArtWalk is sure to provideanother great midsummer’sentertainment this year on Thurs., July11 from 7 to 9pm. 480.377.9366

JULY 20 SALT RIVERTUBING EVENTS

Salt River Tubing and Recreation’s 32ndseason kicks off with a Western-themedparty called the Rocking RodeoRoundup Saturday, May 18, and endswith a Hawaiian Hula party Saturday,Sept. 7.

Details: The river will be open for tubingevery day through Labor Day, thenFridays, Saturdays and Sunday throughSept. 29. Tube rental closes daily at 3pm,and the last bus pickup is at 6:30pm.$17 for shuttle ride and tube rental, $14for shuttle only. Salt River Tubing andRecreation, 7½ miles northeast of Loop202 on the Bush Highway. 480.984.3305, saltrivertubing.com.

JULY 20 WINTER IN JULYAT THE PHOENIXZOO

A rare snowstorm is predicted to hit thePhoenix Zoo causing coolertemperatures and icy conditions. The

Zoo is expecting nearly 60 tons of snowfor the animals and guests to enjoy, andicy treats with fruits and veggies to bespread among several of the Zoo’sanimals. 602.273.1341

JULY 21 SUMMER POOLPARTY WEEKEND

12:00PM. Hotel Valley Ho’ Scottsdale602.277.7929

JULY 28 IN THE KINGDOMOF CLOUDS

In a story of love and hope, Cirrus, sonof the Queen of Clouds, is sent to a war-ravaged Earth to restore the lost spiritof children who are no longer able tovisualize familiar shapes in the clouds.Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre480.483.1664

We care about the Grayhawk Communityand are proud to be a

part of it!

If you know of any upcoming events that youthink should be listed, please contact us at: 800.535.6619

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4th AnnualAfter Dark Sale

Outlets at AnthemIndependence

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4th of Zoo-lyPhoenix Zoo

A Star SpangledShootout at

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ArtlinkPhoenix

First Fridays

SummerSpectacular Walk

Summer PoolParty WeekendHotel Valley Ho’

In the Kingdomof Clouds

Desert StagesTheatre

Free Concertsat McCormick

Stillman RailroadPark thru July 27

Free Live MusicDesert RidgeMarketplace

Every Fri and Sat7PM

GardenFlashlight Tours

Desert BotanicalGardens

Swim SocialsThe Saguaro Hotel

Every Sat & Sun

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Creating a Home Inventory – What Have You Got to Lose?


If a fire breaks out in your home, you may have onlyminutes to get to safety, leaving little time to mapout an escape route and even less time to takeinventory of your belongings.

This year, resolve to create and practice your homefire escape plan. Then take stock of your belongings.A home inventory is a helpful tool if your home isdamaged or destroyed by a fire or storm, or isburglarized.

Go through your belongings room byroom, listing each item, quantity, datepurchased and original cost. Note serialnumbers of electronics and otheritems. Include your jewelry and othervaluables in your home inventory. Be asthorough as possible, listing both largeand small possessions. If you can,supplement your home inventory withphotos or a video to help capturedetails. Make sure to store your videoaway from your home. Update yourinventory when you make large

purchases, and pick a date to review annually.

To create an online home inventory to ensure youhave a complete and accurate record of yourpossessions, visit www.FBFS.com. Store yourcompleted home inventory on your computer, aCD or flash drive for easy access when you need toadd or remove items in the inventory. You can alsoeasily e-mail your home inventory to a familymember or friend in another community forsafekeeping.

As you develop your home inventory, the value ofyour possessions may surprise you, and you maywant to check to see if you have adequatehomeowners insurance. Research shows that manyhomeowners may be underinsured, often becausethey haven’t updated the value of their possessions.To review your insurance coverage or request aquote, contact a Farm Bureau agent.

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business spotlight:

Real Men’s Barbershop


Hello again friends and fans, “I use the term loosely“,you really are a captive audience, but as long as I haveyour curious attention, “READ ON”. In this issue of SRNI have chosen to spotlight a family business newlyopened and located in the Pinnacle at Scottsdaleshopping center, snuggled in between Ace Hardware andJalapeño Inferno Bistro Mexicano. Boy that was amouthful.

Well here it goes, unlike the last spotlight article (inwhich I got out of the chair before they could drill anyteeth), I climbed into the big comfortable barber chairand let my friend Rafael do what he does best, aSCISSOR CUT. That might not sound like a big deal toyou at first, but let me take you back to your childhooddays. Do you remember the cold chill that would crawlup the back of your neck and make you squirm whenthe notorious humming of the cold steel electric clipperswould hit your skin, and race toward your ear? Yep thatfeeling! So when I say scissor cut, I say it with a warmcomforting intention. I love getting my hair (what’s left ofit) cut with scissors, and for the past twenty years I havehad it cut by the same stylist, “MY WIFE”. I have someexperience here, and trust my opinion when I tell you“YOU WILL GET A GREAT HAIRCUT FROM RAFAEL”….

The first thing my critic did when I came back from RealMen’s BarberShop was spin me around and inspect, “letme see, umhmm, yep, you need to take your son there,that’s the best cut you have ever had”. That was all Ineeded to hear, I already knew it was a great haircut, Ihad been smiling all the way home. And he did it withscissors!!!

Enough about me, let’s ask the owners a few questionsand see why this is such a great business to have herein the Grayhawk community.

If you would liketo nominate abusiness for thespotlight please

call us at855.405.5325

WELCOME TO REAL MEN’S BARBER SHOPReal Men’s Barber Shop is your one stop barbershop in North Scottsdale for Hair Cuts, Shaves,Facials, Eye Brow Threading and much more. Youwill come across many Barber Shops in Scottsdalewhile searching for quality, but Real Men’s is theone which will serve you according to your needs.When it comes to Hair Cuts, Shaves and Facialsyou need a professional barber to get the jobdone. We promise a satisfactory delivery of allservices by creating a comfortable experience forour customers.

Visit our new location today

23623 N SCOTTSDALE RD, SUITE-D.SCOTTSDALE, AZ. 85255

Business Hours : Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 6:00 PMSaturday Closed, Open Sunday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

(SRN): Who owns this place?(REAL MEN’S): My wife and I, Rafael and Milana, wehave been married 13 years and have three beautifulchildren, two girls and a boy.

(SRN): How many years of experience do youhave?(RM): I was trained in New York over 15 years ago,and have been a barber ever since, Milana is licensed aswell, and we have one employee, Berta, she is verygood, and her clients love her.

(SRN): What is the big deal with the chairs?(RM): These barber chairs are rich in history andtradition. You feel good when you sit in them, they arecomfortable, sturdy, and they have style. There is justsomething about a barber’s chair.

(SRN): Where are you from?(RM): Russia, Dushambe, the capitol of Tajikistan. It isa big city. I moved from there with my parents during

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be successful here. So we try to builda relationship with each customeruntil they become a client. These aremy favorite clients.

(SRN): What do you do for fun?(RM): We love our kids, so mostlyfamily time is the fun time, you know,movies, swimming, whatever. Just tobe with them is great.

(SRN): What do clients want?(RM): Tough one…. convenience,and peace of mind that they are goingto get what they expect, which isgreat treatment and a cut that willmake them happy.

(SRN): What makes you differentfrom other barbers?(RM): How can I answer thisquestion (smiling)? Every barber hastheir own skills; I cannot say that theother barbers are not as good,because they are good, only that I

have the experience and ability tomake my clients happy.

(SRN): LAST ONE: Any goodhair advice?(RM): Buy good product!!! Don’tuse low quality products full ofalcohols and other chemicals, try touse a natural product, most of all, DOWHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY

Please check out the Real Men’sBarberShop website to makeappointments or get the latestcoupons or specials.

www.realmensbarbershop.com

Written by: Rob Loewen

Scottsdale Real Estate News (SRN)

Please tell Rafael and Milana that youread about their new business inScottsdale Real Estate News, Grayhawkedition, your community resource guidefor all things local. v

the fall of the former U.S.S.R., wemoved to New York. Sometimes Imiss my childhood friends in Russia,but Arizona is my home.

(SRN): Why North Scottsdale?(RM): We have owned otherbarbershops around the valley in thepast ten years, we always wanted toopen one in North Scottsdale, and weare here.

(SRN): Rafael, what is yourspecial skill?(RM): I prefer to use the scissors,that is the way I was trained, it is thetraditional way to cut. I can do it all, asyou know, but I like the scissors.

(SRN): Rafael, what is yourfavorite type of client?(RM): The ones that understandthat in our shop you become a partof our family, because without ourclients we don’t have the chance to

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If you have you been reading any local newsarticles, or surfing the Internet, or maybe justchatting with a neighbor, then chances are, youprobably have been hearing over and over thatthe Real Estate market in Grayhawk is really greatright now… True?

That’s a definitive “Truth”, but in particular, if youhave a home to sell, now might be the best time.Our market Inventory is at an all time low. As ofthe writing of this article there are only 27 single-family homes for sale in ALL of Grayhawk. Anormal market would dictate there would be 3times that many. Bank owned properties havevirtually disappeared. Short sales are few and farbetween. The market is back!

Truth! Prices have been going up in the past two-years! We have seen some incredible price gainssince the beginning of 2012. In July 2011 we solda home in Talon for $595,000. The new owner’sinvested over $200,000 in remodeling, and todaythe home is worth about $950,000. In this hotmarket, upgraded homes are selling for top price!

Truth! Average market time for some homes tosell is under 14 days and in some cases even less.Additionally, we’re seeing some of the lowest

mortgage rates we have seen in years, althoughthey have risen slightly since June 1st! Obtainingand qualifying for a mortgage has increasinglybecome easier for buyers to purchase …so nowyou have a one two punch that makes this one ofthe best times to sell in the past 6 years.

Truth! Prices will continue to rise for the nextseveral years. As long as inventory levels andinterest rates remain low, we will see normalgains in real estate values. For a healthy RealEstate market we expect to see appreciationrates level off to single levels. What we don’twant to see continue to happen is rapid priceincreases like we saw in 2005 & 2006. Nobodywants to see a Real Estate bubble that will burstagain!

Truth!We have sold over 500 homes inGrayhawk and over 2000 homes in Scottsdale.Our experience, knowledge, and dedication tothe Grayhawk lifestyle is why we have been the#1 choice of your neighbors for over 17 years!

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Home Refinancing Options

When rates are low, everyone rushes to refinance their house because it's possible to save hundreds (or thousands!) on your monthly mortgage payment.

Article Provided By: Bryan NuoralaBryan is a Senior Mortgage Consultant servinglocal customers in Arizona for over 14 years. Heunderstands that each borrower is unique andmaking sound financial choices iscritically important to them. Heprovides “One-stop-shopping” byoffering processing, underwriting,doc drawing and funding underone roof. We simply get loansdone quickly and efficiently! Youcan reach Bryan at 480.941.7188,[email protected]

W hat everyone seems to know is that is itpossible to refinance, but what they oftenneed help with is finding the right program

for their situation where they can both qualify for arefinance and save money at the same time.

Many times the program that you will qualify for whenrefinancing depends on what the current type of mortgageyou have now. For example, if you have an FHA loan andwant to get a lower interest rate and monthly payment, youwill want to try to first qualify for the FHA streamlineprogram. If you have a conventional loan, it isn't possible toqualify for the FHA streamline program. This means if youare aware of what kind of loan you currently have, you aregoing to be able to more easily find the right refinanceprogram for your needs.

Here are a few of the more popular refinance programsthat many people are taking advantage of in today's market::

Home Affordable Refinance Program (HARPRefinance)

The HARP refinance was first announced by PresidentObama in 2009 and has been modified since to includepeople who are under water in their house and owe morethan it is worth. The HARP program is a great loan programif your loan is currently owned by Freddie Mac or FannieMae - but your loan must be owned by one of those inorder to qualify. There is no equity requirement for thisloan.

FHA Streamline Refinance

The FHA streamline refinance is probably the most popularFHA refinance program because it allows you to get alower monthly payment and interest rate without having tofully re-qualify for a new loan. The "streamline" refers to thereduced amount of paperwork required - for example, youmay not be required to have a minimum credit score orappraisal depending on your situation.

VA Streamline Refinance

The VA streamline refinance program is the sister programto the FHA streamline refinance - except for this programis only for Veterans who currently have a VA loan. If youcurrently have a VA loan, the VA streamline can help you geta lower interest rate and payment and also has less

documentation than a full documentationloan. Like the FHA streamline, a minimum creditscore and appraisal may or may not be required dependingon your lender.

Cash Out Refinance

If you are interested in getting cash out from the equity ofyour house - that is traditionally referred to as a "cash outrefinance" and there are various cash-out programsavailable regardless what kind of loan you currently have.Be prepared to fully document your income, assets, creditand more when doing a cash-out refinance. If you can doall of those things, you can leverage the equity in your homefor whatever purpose you would like. Some homeownerstake cash out for home improvements, expenses like collegeand some just go on vacation!

Refinance When Rates Are Low

Rates have been low for a while - and at some point theywill certainly go back up. While you don't have to act today(rates most likely won't go up overnight) to save money, itis a good idea not to wait too long. The trend is rates arerising and they are expected continue to rise in thefuture. If you are not sure if it makes sense for you torefinance in your situation, call me today and I will give youvaluable information to help you make the right decisionfor you and your family.

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