Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro

Announcing -I Am Now A NFSTI Certified REO Specialist

Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:54:00 GMT

To further provide better service to all my long time clients as well as new clients, I have just been certified as an REO Specialist. What is an REO Specialist? REO stands for Real Estate Owned properties - owned by lending insititutions. My certifcation...(read more)

The Innocent Victims of Foreclosure

Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 21:11:00 GMT

Dogs, cats are being left behind by owners to fend for themselves in a vacant home or yard, in a neighborhood or on the street if the house which was their home has been foreclosed or the owners evicted. Unfortunately, some owners have believed that someone...(read more)

Should You Buy A Foreclosure?

Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 18:28:00 GMT

The media bombard us daily with the numbers of homes which are in mortgage difficulties. Perhaps, you have wondered if you should get involved in purchasing such a property. The first thing you should realize is that the answer to that question depends...(read more)

Finally, Finally, Finally!!! Bill Signed to License Mortgage Loan Workers!!!!

Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 14:26:00 GMT

It's great to see that finally the lawmakers in Arizona decided that 10,000 loan originators and front line employees of mortgage companies, brokers and lenders should be subject to screening, processing, licensing and accountability. The law will...(read more)

Another Reason To Appreciate Living In North Scottsdale

Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 17:51:00 GMT

North Scottsdale has parks for family and individual recreation. It is a pleasure to live in a community which has been willing to spend the time and effort to preserve some land for resident enjoyment. Personally, I use the facilities at the Scottsdale...(read more)

How Much Should You Upgrade Your Home

Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 23:18:00 GMT

Regardless of whether you are planning to sell your home now or sometime in the future, you can start making improvements now. Too often, people wait until they want to sell to do the improvements which they have always considered. Then as a realtor,...(read more)

Single Story For Sale in Cave Creek

Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro — Fri, 30 May 2008 20:32:00 GMT

County Ranchette

• 2,038 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm single story "Territoial" - MLS® $619,900 - Landscaped Acre+

Cave Creek, Maricopa County - TOP TEN REASONS TO BUY THIS RANCHETTE!!
10) Enjoy Freedom - NO HOA
9) Save Gas - Ride Your Horse Out of the Gate for Fun
8) Go Green - Enjoy Your Own Vegetable Garden, Fruits and Nuts
7) Be Self-Sufficient - Get Fresh Eggs From Your Own Chickens
6) Go Organic - Make Your Own Wine From Your Grapes
5) Save a Trip to the Ocean - Swim In Your Salt Water Pool
4) Make Your Own Movie - Got Western Tack House As Prop
3) Be Eclectic - Have Rustic Tranquility Close to Stores and Roads
2) Have Room to Roam on Your Acre+ With Your Peacocks
1) Be the Only One of Your Friends to Live on a "County Island Oasis!"

IF YOU DARE TO BE EXTRA ORDINARY RATHER THAN ORDINARY!!!! THIS IS THE HOME AND LAND FOR YOU!!!!

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Should We All Be Survivalists?

Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro — Thu, 29 May 2008 18:32:00 GMT

I just listed a home and property which caused me to stop and think. The home built in 2003 is a territorial "Western" ranch home on an acre plus in a Maricopa "county island." ( That means it belongs to the "county" and...(read more)

Predatory Lending Has It Hurt You?!

Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro — Thu, 15 May 2008 20:36:00 GMT

What is "predatory" lending? Predatory lending involves unfair and deceptive lending practices which have specifically targeted borrowers who could not qualify for conventional financing such as seniors with equity in their homes, minority consumers...(read more)

How Much of a Home Can You Afford?

Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro — Mon, 12 May 2008 19:59:00 GMT

Prior to the "market frenzy," there were some established "guidelines" which helped potential buyers determine how much of a home they could afford. Because of the current problems which have evolved due to changes in the "basics"...(read more)

Attention Sellers!!!

Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 16:37:00 GMT

Are you IN or ON the market with your home for sale???? Wondering why you have a lack of activity or activity with no offers???? In the market we are in, the pricing of your home is crucial. If you are not priced right ( and that by the way is determined...(read more)

"Cash Is King!!!!"

Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 22:24:00 GMT

What are you waiting for? If you are a Buyer in the current market, there are amazing buys to be found! Everyone I know in the business wishes that they had "tons of cash" to spend. We see the bargains everyday. There are a plentiful choice...(read more)

Mortgage Fraud

Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 23:22:00 GMT

Beware of stretching the "truth" when purchasing a home. Not long ago if a buyer "stretched" the truth with a mortgage lender about income or assets, particularly if a "stated income" loan, as long as the mortgage payment...(read more)

Why Doesn't Arizona License Loan Officers?

Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 19:40:00 GMT

With the mortgage debacle which has gone on over recent months, there is an attempt again being make by legislators to license mortgage originators and loan officers in Arizona. The current bill would require mortgage originators to take a test, take...(read more)

Why The Surprise in Increase of Housing Sales?

Jean Strong Broker,GRI, e-Pro — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 14:24:00 GMT

The news is out! Finally home sales are up after months of decline. The news says "unexpectedly?" Why "unexpectedly"? Those of us who are in the business have been well aware that the key to getting a home sold in this market has been...(read more)