Janet McGee Joins The Krone Team

The Krone Team Welcomes Janet McGee as the Transaction Coordinator 

This 1991 Agua Fria graduate understands the importance and value of making a house a home. She’s spent the last 20 years raising four children in Texas and California where she began in Property Management and Beach Vacation Rentals. Since moving home to Goodyear two years ago, she has worked with some of the West Valley’s top real estate producers and has experienced the in’s and out’s of Short Sales, Land, and REO’s. We are proud to call her the Transaction Coordinator of The Krone Team where she continues to demonstrates her determination, provide knowledge, and support of not only the team but with her children, friends, and clients.

Canyon Trails

Buckeye AZ Real Estate, Buying Real Estate, Goodyear AZ Real Estate, Litchfield Park AZ Real Estate, Local Perspective, Selling Real Estate, Short Sale

Canyon Trails GoodyearArizona

 Canyon Trails is a community in Goodyear and is known for  hosting small town values and big city amenities.   This community is close to everything, sports, shopping, movies, restaurants, schools and golf courses, not to mention, it  is conveniently located to major highways – I10, Loop 101 and Loop 303.   The community center has a pool to cool those desert days as well as a recreation center, park and volleyball/basketball courts.   If an after dinner walk is something you enjoy, you will love the lighted walking trails.  Homes for sale currently range from $79,900 to $375,000.    If a new build is something that you have an interest to you, The Krone Team at Keller Williams has a relationship with the builders where we can get you more incentives and help you with all the negotations.

“This may be actually the best time to buy. Buyers have more choices and the prices are great.”

Even in today’s complicated market of short sales and foreclosures, buying a home is an exciting and complex adventure. It can also be costly and time-consuming if you’re not familiar with the aspects of the process and do not have all the resources and information at hand.  Now more then ever, it is extremely important that you employ the expertise and knowledge of a Real Estate Professional.

When you work with The Krone Team we pride ourselves in representing the best interests of our clients throughout the home buying process. Our integrity, knowledge of the market and quality service can save you time and money, as well as make the experience more enjoyable and less stressful.

Buying a home is the biggest investment you will ever make. So whether you’re buying a starter home, your dream home or an investment property, why not take advantage of our experience as “THE” local market expert for the West Valley to assist you in making the most informed decisions you can, every step of the way?

Estrella Mountain Ranch in Goodyear Arizona

The Estrella community was first inhabited by the Hohokam Native Indian Tribe.   Nestled in the foothills of the Estrella Mountains with over 65 acres of natural desert habitat, over 3,500 families have made this their home.

Estrella is known as being an active recreation community with a community center that offers something for everyone.   The Park features, beaches, ramadas and the BBQ’s- make it a perfect place for a family get together.  There are also miles of walking and jogging trails.  Enjoy a game of basketball, volleyball or tennis and with the lighted courts you could play anytime.

Estrella offers an 18 hole Nicklaus Design Golf course, just imagine your shots being played over natural desert washes as the Sonoran Desert edges the fairways.   Perhaps biking is your preference, with 8 miles of riding trails and 2 loops; this track is for any skill level.   With over 72 acres of lakes perhaps you would enjoy an afternoon on a sailboat, fishing, canoes, kayaks and paddleboats.   Enjoy the state of the art fitness center, with pools, lap pool and waterslides for the kids.

Estrella is conveniently located just a few minute drive to the Phoenix International Raceway and spring training games.  What a place to enjoy those beautiful Desert sunsets.

Knowing your neighbors in Goodyear, Litchfield Park, Avondale and Buckeye, AZ

In this real estate market where seemingly almost everyone is being displaced, home owners have really lost touch with who their neighbors are. Current residents and new home owners in Goodyear, AZ are finding they have to start over and build new relationships with their neighbors. The thought of speaking to someone they do not know is freighting for some. However for the safety of our communities it is very important that we take the time out to know who are neighbors are.

Everyone is busy and has other things they could be doing. With a little effort though it’s quite easy to build some new friendships and meet your neighbor’s. Doing some landscaping on your front yard or just sitting on your front porch reading the paper is a great way to start some conversations with your neighbors passing by. If you’re feeling really motivated you can go for a walk and take the time to talk to the other neighbors as your passing by.
Neighborhood meetings are also a great way to not only meet people but also to get engaged with your community. Most of the local Home Owners Associations have meetings every 3 months. Additionally, Yard Sales are another great way to lure out your neighbors and have some fun. You could contact them ahead of time and see if they may be interested in participating.

If you have any questions about Goodyear, Litchfield Park, Avondale, or Buckeye Real Estate, please contact Mike Ewen at 623 824 6274 or email me at Mike@Kroneteam.com

Happy Labor Day from the Krone Team

Lending Resource for Canadian Investors – Buying a Home in Southwest Valley of Phoenix, Arizona

Have you been looking for Canadian Investment Loans? Then I have good news for you…..they have arrived! Here in Arizona we have a lot of homes that are being sold to investors from Canada, and most of the time these sales are for CASH. As a result we get calls almost weekly from Clients looking for Canadian Investment Loans. There are already a few companies out there that cater to the second home market, but this is a true Canadian Investment Loan. These loans are underwritten to standard Fannie/Freddie guidelines. Processed, Underwritten and Funded in house.
Some of the details are as follows:
Down payment of 50% on each property is required
The minimum loan amount is $50,000 and the Maximum loan amount is $200,000
30 year Amortized Payment on a 5 year balloon
NO pre payment penalty for early payoff
NO limit to the number of properties financed
Initial items needed to qualify:
Full Application with 2 Year residence and work history
Credit report pulled with SIN
2 years full tax returns
Asset Statements
Copy of ID and SIN card
Current Pay Stubs
If you are a Canadian Investor interested in Buying a home in Goodyear, Litchfield Park, Avondale, or Buckeye, please contact our dedicated Buyer’s Specialists Mike, Peggy or Kate (623)337-8277. You can also view available home in the Southwest Valley of Phoenix, Arizona at thekroneteam.com.

Lending Resource for Canadian Investors – Buying a Home in Southwest Valley of Phoenix, Arizona

Verrado

If you ever imagined of living in communities that remind you of Mayberry or a Norman Rockwell painting, Verrado in Buckeye is the place for you. Verrado with its 8,800 acres is located in the foothills of the White Tank Mountains. The name Verrado is derived from the Spanish word “verdad”, which means truth and authenticity. The first residents moved into their homes in the summer of 2004. Verrado has a vibrant, pedestrian friendly Main Street, with intimate neighborhoods and tree-shaded sidewalks. If golf is important to you, The Raven Golf Course has many accolades, in 2008, Golf Digest Ranked it Number One Golf Course in the Phoenix Area. In February 2005, Golf Magazine rated the Raven in the Top 10 New Golf Courses you can play. In June 2005, Golf Week rated it in the top 40 new golf courses.

Bowl-A-Mania

PLEASE HELP! I’m going to bowl 100 frames for Veterans and I need your pledge!

I’m on the Leadership Team of the Keller Williams Realty 1stAnnual Just1Home 100 Frame Bowl-A-Mania which is undertaking a significant fundraising campaign this spring.

On March 18th I will risk total arm, leg, and back fatigue while bowling 100 frames (10 complete games) all to help make a difference for Just1Home and the Veterans they serve.  The mission of Just1Home is to provide safe, comfortable, short and medium-term housing to Veterans experiencing financial hardship due to illness and other challenges brought on by their service.  The housing units will comfortably accommodate a Veteran and their spouse, or other caretaker and will come complete with all of life’s necessities.  In addition, the home will be in close proximity to the VA Hospital where medical care is close by.

I’m asking for your pledge.  Please sponsor me for $5, $4, $3, $2, or $1 per frame.  I assure you I will only bowl 100 frames so if you would like to pledge a flat amount, in any increment, that would be fine too.  My personal goal is to raise $25 per frame ($2,500).

Just reply by e-mail (info@kroneteam.com) with your 100% tax -deductible pledge, include your full name, address, preferred email address and telephone number so I can input your pledge in our tracking system.  Once I have added you to my list of sponsors you will receive an email of thanks with further instructions to fulfill your pledge.

I thank you for your generosity.

Sincerely,

Cheryl Krone, Team Leader for the Krone Team

P.S. To view the programs offered by Just1Home and Project We Remember please visit their websites at www.just1home.org and www.projectweremember.org.