1. Arizona Real Estate: Even though the economy is struggling, the best deals to be had in Arizona are right now. Whether you need a 2 bedroom condo, a small adobe house or luxury estate, Arizona has a variety of homes to choose from for every budget. For example, if you want to live out of the city in a town such as Queen Creek, you can get a brand new 2,700 sq ft home with incentives for under $150,000. If you are a savvy buyer, you can take advantage of some huge bargains and get the dream home you always wanted.

2. Unbeatable weather: Arizona is called the “Valley of the Sun” for a reason. With over 300 days of sunshine a year, Arizona has some of the best weather for a variety of activities.  If you still want snow during the winter, head up to Flagstaff (peak elevation is 12,000 feet) for some skiing and snowboarding fun.

3. Thriving Business:  Although Arizona (like every other state) has taken a hit during the recession, the state still has a thriving business sector which includes aerospace, manufacturing, high-tech companies, aviation, and a wide spectrum of other industries. Phoenix is currently home to seven Fortune 1000 companies as well as other companies such as U-Haul, Intel, and Honeywell. Tempe is the headquarters of two Fortune 500 companies-US Airways and Insight Enterprises. The city is also home to the largest research university in the United States, Arizona State University. In all, over 150 of Fortune 500 companies maintain a presence in Metro Phoenix.

4. Diversity:  There are 110 languages spoken in the Greater Metro Phoenix area representing a variety of ethnicities. There are currently 14 Indian tribes throughout Arizona as well as Hispanics, Latinos, Asians, Europeans and residents that hail from every state in the US.

5. Recreation:  The great weather affords many recreational activities including golf, museums, zoos, swimming, hiking, fishing, boating, skiing and shopping. Arizona has over 200 golf courses, 6 professional sports teams, the largest mountain preserve in the United States and one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Grand Canyon. No matter your interests, there is no shortage of things to do.

Are you convinced on why you should relocate to Arizona?  There is no doubt that Arizona is unique in terms of its residents, culture, and attractions. If you are ready to make the move and want to purchase a home, please contact me anytime at 602-904-1496.

• $8,000 tax credit is available for first-time buyers or those who have not owned a home for 3 years.
• Homeowners who buy a new principal residence after living in their current home for at least the last five years can claim up to $6,500.
• Credit is available for homes that go under contract by April 30, 2010 and close within 60 days after that
• Income limits are $125,000 a year for individuals and $225,000 a year for married couples.
• The plan will include anti-fraud measures such as minimum age requirements and additional authorities for the IRS

If you are a first-time homeowner, don’t wait for Congress to act.  Take advantage of the current home buyer tax credit today!  Call me at 602-904-1496 for your real estate needs.