While it is true that the country is in a recession all signs point to a real estate recovery.  With home prices at the lowest levels in years and mortgage rates at historic lows it is impossible not to consider purchasing a home.  The government and lending institutions  are doing what they can to instill faith in the real estate market and are giving buyers all the tools they need to succeed in their real estate investments.

Now could not be a better time to invest in Sedona real estate.  Sedona home prices may be down but one thing that will never change is that Sedona is a desirable place to call home.  Ranked as one of the best retirement communities to live in in the entire country, as well as the second favorite destination in Arizona next to the Grand Canyon, Sedona is and will always be a fantastic place to call home.  Whether you are looking for a second home or a home to relocate to, contact Claudia Ault today.  When it comes to Sedona Real Estate no one can match Claudia Ault’s knowledge and experience.

For a complimentary search of the Sedona MLS and access to all property currently on the market in Sedona AZ, visit www.claudiaault.com.

For the best in Sedona Real Estate service and knowledge, contact Claudia Ault at 928-301-3016.

Big Park School’s choir will sing Christmas Carols from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday in Uptown Sedona.  The group will be singing outside in 5 different locations in the following order, The Shops at Hyatt Pinon Pointe, Cheers, the Uptown Mall, Canyon Breeze Restaurant and Sinagua Plaza.  Sedona is a great place to get in the holiday spirit.  Don’t miss a chance to hear Sedona’s youth and come hear their beautiful voices singing holiday carols this Wednesday.

Sedona provides a beautiful backdrop for everything and the holidays are no exception.  Are you thinking about purchasing Arizona Real Estate?  Consider Sedona.  Sedona is a beautiful place which offers a fantastic lifestyle.  Contact Claudia Ault today for more information on Sedona Real Estate.

For the best in Sedona Real Estate service and knowledge, contact Claudia Ault at 928-301-3016. For a complimentary search of the Sedona MLS and access to all property currently on the market in Sedona AZ, visit www.claudiaault.com.

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) presented a plan to the House Financial Services Committee last week in hopes to stabilize the housing market and home values.  In a turbulent economy NAR would like to see worries eased and confidence return.  The housing market is an instrumental part of the national economy as a whole and restoring it is seen as a stronghold to a quicker recovery.  The four points of NAR’s recommended plan are:

1) Eliminating the repayment of the first-time home buyer tax credit that was passed in the February  stimulus bill, and to expand the tax credit to include all home buyers.
2) Make the increased FHA and conventional loan limits permanent to stimulate home sales and stabilize prices.
3) Put the Troubled Asset Relief Program back on track by targeting the funds for mortgage relief through a mortgage interest rate buy-down.
4) Finalize legislation to prohibit banks from entering into the business of real estate brokerage and property management.

NAR is hopeful that the new administration will look hard at the real estate industry and the impact it has on the economy.  Stabilizing the housing market will go a long way toward economic recovery and easing the minds of homeowners everywhere.

For a complimentary search of the Sedona MLS and access to all property currently on the market in Sedona AZ, visit www.claudiaault.com.

For the best in Sedona Real Estate service and knowledge, contact Claudia Ault at 928-301-3016.

With long term mortgage rates down for the third straight week and home prices hovering at the bottom there couldn’t be a better time to buy.  While real estate is speculative, the bottom not being known until prices are rising back to the top, one thing is a definite, we are not at the top.  Therefore it is a great time to invest in Sedona real estate.  Sedona Luxury Property may not be this affordable for a long time and if you have been wanting to find that perfect home now might be the right time.  Half of opportunity is timing.  Seize your opportunity and look at Sedona Real Estate today!

Sedona is a wonderful community with so much to offer, recreation, nature, culture and more.  Only a lucky few call Sedona Arizona home. If you are interested in finding a home in Sedona Arizona look no further.  Claudia Ault can help make your dreams become a reality.  Offering the best in Sedona Real Estate knowledge and experience Claudia Ault can help make your property search educated and informed.

For a complimentary search of the Sedona MLS and access to all property currently on the market in Sedona AZ, visit www.claudiaault.com.

If you have been considering relocating to Arizona consider Sedona. Along with its natural beauty Sedona offers its residents a myriad of community services and facilities.  With a fantastic public library, community center and an arts and technology center, Sedona Arizona has places for people to expand their minds as well as interact with other Sedona residents.   Sedona has the Sedona Historical Society, the Sedona Main Street Program, Boys and Girls Clubs of Northern Arizona and a Humane Society.  Sedona also offers a number of charitable organizations to become involved with and has an impressive arts community.

Sedona Arizona is a place that only the lucky few call home.  Offering many opportunities to become involved in its community, Sedona is a place where a person can quickly become absorbed and find his/her niche.  Claudia Ault can help make your dream of moving to Sedona become a reality.  Offering the best in Sedona Real Estate knowledge and experience Claudia Ault can help make your property search educated and informed.

For a complimentary search of the Sedona MLS and access to all property currently on the market in Sedona AZ, visit www.claudiaault.com.

For the best in Sedona Real Estate service and knowledge, contact Claudia Ault at 928-301-3016.

Some experts believe that Obama’s tax laws could increase the Capital Gains tax which  could potentially stifle sales of more expensive homes.  Should this actually become a reality it is still a future reality.  Therefore now would be a great time to sell property, especially more expensive property because the current Capital Gains tax laws are still in effect.  To maximize your profit and minimize your taxes consider selling now.  In the same vein this would also be a great time to upgrade.  If you have been thinking about selling on piece of property to buy another more expensive one, now would be the optimal time, giving you the maximum profit before settling into a property you intend to hold for the long term.

If you are considering selling your Sedona property contact Claudia Ault and her team today, 928-301-3016.  Change is in the air, let it work for you, for your best interest.  Claudia Ault and her team have the Sedona Real Estate experience that you need to maximize your potential.

To Buy or Sell Sedona Arizona Real Estate Contact Claudia Ault.

Claudia Ault is a real estate broker who offers experience, knowledge and exceptional service.  Go to www.ClaudiaAult.com for a complimentary look at the Sedona MLS where you can search all available listings currently on the market in Sedona.  Contact Claudia Ault today at (928) 301-3016.

Now is a great time to invest in real estate.  While money is not as readily available as it has been in recent years, if you have good credit there is money to be had.  With the stock market turbulent and interest rates down real estate is a great place to put your money and Sedona Real Estate is no exception.  With great properties on the market Red Rock Country is alive with opportunity.  If you have been looking for a community with amazing outdoor recreation, incredible cultural exposure and a stunning landscape then look no further.  Sedona offers all of this and more.

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Claudia Ault is a real estate broker who offers experience, knowledge and exceptional service.  If you are interested in Sedona Real Estate go to www.ClaudiaAult.com for a complimentary look at the Sedona MLS where you can search all available listings currently on the market in Sedona.  Contact Claudia Ault today at (928) 301-3016.

With many lenders having gone bankrupt or being rescued by the Federal Government you would be forgiven to think that no one is lending money for mortgages.

However, that is not true! There are indeed lenders out there, ones doing good business. FHA are three times busier than they were before for instance!

However, for investors financing can be a little harder to come by. So here is “who is out there” divided into three sections:

1. Portfolio Lenders - these are your banks, savings associations and such who carefully underwrite the loans (as they do not sell on the loans they are very stringent)

2. FNMA (Fannie Mae) & FHLMC (Freddie Mac) this has been in the last few years the most common type of lending, they will fund single and multifamily loans. However since being nationalized note stricter guidelines.

3.  Hard Money - this is an expensive route with often double digit interest rates. However you can often close quickly and can put little down.

Of course this is an overly simplistic view, but covers most bases! With such a great number of fantastic properties for sale out there it is no wonder that people are looking everywhere for financing so they can purchase a new primary home or several investment properties.

If you would like to take advantage of the market and purchase a home in Sedona Arizona then please contact Claudia Ault and her team who will be able to assist you in your Real Estate needs throughout the Verde Valley.

Of course with the old saying “Location, Location, Location” there is always the mentality that Great Location + Great View = Higher Priced Home!

Although this may be true in alot of cases, realistically a view is not part of the actual real estate and in some cases - with the exception of an ocean view for instance - could be built on at any moment! Although a view may be pleasing to you, to your successor they may not like the view in the same way you do.

A home with a view is great, but do not buy a home just because of a view, see it as an added bonus.

When it comes to the landscaped garden however, this is yours! Congratulations! However, remember to maintain it! When looking for a property one with a lavishly landscaped lot may also command a premium (as well as possibly requiring a heavy amount of upkeep) so tread carefully.

On a similar line as before, a well proportioned lot is an asset, ones of a unique shape that you love may not be so attractive to the next buyer. Really using common sense as a rule of thumb is best. Of course your Real Estate agent will be able to answer questions you have when looking at property.

If you would like to take advantage of the market and purchase a home in Sedona Arizona then please contact Claudia Ault and her team who will be able to assist you in your Real Estate needs throughout the Verde Valley.

Sedona is stunningly beautiful from the ground, but when you arrive from the air, its spectacular red rock vistas open up to a vast plan - the Verde Valley. What an awe inspiring sight!

It is this view that has inspired the slogan: Sedona Airport - Americas Most Scenic Airport! And you can understand why! (click to see high resolution image) 

The Airport celebrated its 50th birthday in 2005 and is spread across 220 acres featuring one runway and one helipad. This boutique airport even has its own conference rooms for higher as well as its website featuring a nice little potted history of its early days.

Even though small the airport accomodates small jets and prop planes and is the hub for Air Sedona. It has scheduled flights from Phoenix and Las Vegas as well as the Grand Canyon airport. It is a great place for aviation fans!

If you are a man or woman with a plane and are maybe thinking about relocating to Sedona Arizona then please contact Claudia Ault and her team in Sedona who will be delighted to assist you in your real estate needs. Contact them through Claudia’s website or by calling her on: 928-301-3016