Federal Reserve president to talk about Arizona's economy

Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco President Janet Yellen will be in Phoenix to talk about Arizona’s economy next week.
She’s the keynote at Lambda Alpha International’s Phoenix real estate conference on Nov. 10th. The event starts at 7:30 a.m. at the Sheraton Downtown Phoenix. Lambda Alpha is the honorary society for land economics.
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Federal Reserve President in Phoenix to talk about the economy

On Tuesday, Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco President Janet Yellen will be in Phoenix to talk about the key issues Arizona is facing for an economic recovery.
She’s the keynote at Lambda Alpha International’s Phoenix real estate conference on Tuesday Nov. 10th. The event starts at 7:30 a.m. at the Sheraton Downtown Phoenix. Lambda Alpha is the honorary society for land economics.
Go to Visit www.lai-phx.org for more information. …

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Forecast for Phoenix real estate

Here are some key data and predictions from the event “Real Estate: Evolution of an Industry.”
The final tally for home building permits in the Phoenix area this year will be about 8,800, which is down 85 percent from 2005′s peak. But building market is picking back up as the oversupply of speculative-built homes sells.
“Home builders are out of their depression,” said Greg Vogel, chief executive of Scottsdale-based Land Advisors. So far this year, 7,200 home lots ready for construction have sold in the metropolitan Phoenix. About 42 percent of those lots were bought by home builders, and they don’t plan …

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Phoenix real estate forecasts in January

It’s time to mark our calendars for Phoenix’s big real estate forecasts in the New Year. Unfortunately, we probably can’t look forward to much good news.
 Urban Land Institute Arizona’s 2010 Real Estate Trend Conference is scheduled for Thursday Jan. 21st at the Arizona Biltmore. Peter Linneman, a real estate strategist, is the keynote speaker for the event. Go to arizona.uli.org for more information about the luncheon.
The Phoenix Housing Market Letter, RL Brown’s group, will hold its housing forecast on Jan. 20th. Information is available at www.rlbrownreports.com. …

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Former Phoenix real estate executive gets prison for embezzling from Harvard Investments

Douglas Ross Zuber, a former executive of Scottsdale-based Harvard Investments, has been sentenced for embezzling near $11 million from his employer.
On Tuesday, Zuber was sentenced in Maricopa County Superior Court to six years in prison and seven years probation. He has also been ordered to pay Harvard $6.19 million in restitution, according to the Arizona Attorney General.
Zuber worked at Harvard between 1999 and 2006. He was a senior vice president with the real estate company and charged with investing for the firm. Last August, he pled guilty to one count of theft and one count of money laundering, both felonies.
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2521 W EMILE ZOLA AVENUE, PHOENIX, AZ — 2bed/2bath — $75,000

2521 W EMILE ZOLA AVENUE, PHOENIX, AZ — 2bed/2bath — $75,000

Well maintained 2 bedroom 2 bath home located within the complex. Tile in kitchen, laundry and baths and carpet in great room and bedrooms. Master bedroom has walk in closet. Front and rear patio has the stamped concrete. Located close to the pool and tennis courts. You won’t be disappointed seeing this home.

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344 E AEPLI DRIVE, TEMPE, AZ — 5bed/3bath — $294,000

344 E AEPLI DRIVE, TEMPE, AZ — 5bed/3bath — $294,000

Contact ZipRealty at 1.800 CALL ZIP — Great location for schools, shopping and freeways. Perfect set up for mother-in-law, teens or college students. Addition to the original house has two bedrooms, jack and jill bath, den with a fireplace and two separate entrances. Remodeled kitchen with all new appliances and updated lighting/skylights bring this mid century ranch into the 20th century. Energy efficient with north south exposure, newer ac and solid block construction with attractive apache stone faade. Solar powered rv gate to access covered parking for three cars/toys, plus parking in the front. Plenty of storage with two 8 ft. Storage sheds. Low maintenance front yard and irrigated back yard. This is a resale, can close quick.

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3201 E TONTO LANE, PHOENIX, AZ — 3bed/2bath — $186,900

3201 E TONTO LANE, PHOENIX, AZ — 3bed/2bath — $186,900

Contact ZipRealty at 1.800 CALL ZIP — Corner lot property with pool. Nice quiet neighborhood with very few vacant homes. Property has great room floorplan with split bedrooms. Fireplace in family room. All tile floors.

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1152 W SUNRISE PLACE, CHANDLER, AZ — 5bed/4bath — $629,000

1152 W SUNRISE PLACE, CHANDLER, AZ — 5bed/4bath — $629,000

Contact Pam Lloyd at 480.272.5347 — Just Listed at $21k below Appraised value. Gorgeous Custom home in The Vistas at Ocotillo ~ Lake/Golf Community. Upgrades in all the right places – Travertine and Wood flooring, Granite Slab Counters, Maple Cabinets, Plantation shutters throughout, Central Vacuum, Security/Intercom System, Tons of Storage. Beautiful first floor Master Suite with Marble counter in bath and travertine flooring and shower. Additional features include Fenced Pool, Spa & Children’s Play area. Close to Ocotillo and Fulton Ranch shopping and amenities. Bring us an offer today ~ Seller is highly motivated.

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3663 W BELLE AVENUE, QUEEN CREEK, AZ — 4bed/3bath — $139,000

3663 W BELLE AVENUE, QUEEN CREEK, AZ — 4bed/3bath — $139,000

Contact ZipRealty at 1.800 CALL ZIP — Wow! Not a shortsale or foreclosure, just priced to sell! No other lot like this….11,326 sf. Corner lot!!!! You won’t believe this beautiful home and it’s larger than life lot! If you want want space, this is the place! Immaculate home. Diagonal layed slate floor, hickory kitchen cabinets, stainless appliances – gently lived in. Beautiful and spacious for your family. Option: bottom floor room with closet that seller is willing to convert from den to bedroom for you. Rv gate too! Hoa includes garbage pick-up. This is the most incredible property. It won’t be on market for long… Don’t miss it!

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