The majority of the work done for our sellers at The Dan Adler Team is “behind the scenes”.  So we thought we’d shed a little light on some of the things we do, that sets us apart from our competition. To see if the Dan Adler Team is the right match for your Tucson, Oro Valley, Marana or Vail real estate buying or selling needs contact us at 520-275-2132. Enjoy the list!

1. Provide access to MLS listing database of homes for sale and post your home on no less than 61 sites including www.TheDanAdlerTeam.com

2. Research all comparable sales in the neighborhood

3. Analyze market conditions and projections

4. Explain past market performance

5. Analyze all homes for sale in the neighborhood to assess your home’s marketing position

6. Counsel home sellers on the process of listing and selling their home

7. Familarize buyers with the neighborhood and market demographics for your home

8. Create, schedule and publish video tours

9. Discuss timing of the sale and the pricing of the home in order to meet your expectations

10. Schedule open houses to attract buyers

11. Prepare for open houses with announcements, postings and signage

12. Arrange for the placement of the For Sale Sign

13. Provide and create flyers for the sale of the home

14. Draft and create print advertisements of the home

15. Take safeguard precautions to minimize risks of loss and vandalism that occur during open houses

16. Receive and review offers from potential buyers

17. Review the buyer’s LSR and analyze the provisions of their loan to assure that they can get financing

18. Present and discuss all offers that are received

19. Check to make certain that all advertising is in compliance with the Code of Ethics and Fair Housing requirements

20. Outline the pros and cons of offers received from potential buyers

21. Thoroughly review the entire listing contract and all accompanying documentation regarding the signing of the listing agreement

22. Negotiate the offer with the buyer and/or their agent

23. Thoroughly review the offer and all it’s terms

24. Explain your legal obligations as a seller in the area of disclosure

25. Answer phone calls and inquiries regarding your property

26. Arrange and schedule showings of your properties at the request of buyers and/or their agents

27. Draft any necessary addendums and clauses that are necessary to the purchase contract

28. Help you review and fill out the mandatory Lead Based Paint Disclosure required from all sellers

29. Provide the appropriate SPDS form for the disclosure of all known conditions required of every seller

30. Guide you through and inform you of the status of the buyer’s loan with requests for periodic updates

31. Monitor and coordinate the escrow process and the handling of the earnest money deposit

32. Counsel you on the rules surrounding the handling of the earnest money deposit

33. Schedule and arrange the necessary inspections requested by the buyer

34. Schedule and arrange access to the home for the appraiser

35. Schedule and arrange the termite inspection and accomodate the buyer’s requests for information

36. Assist in making certain that the buyer gets the necessary HomeOwners Association information

37. Follow up with all prospective buyers who appear during open houses

38. Explain the nature of agency relationships and the way that agency relationships work in real estate transactions

39. Act in a manner that is in accordance with the Code of Ethics to fulfill all obligations to you as the seller

40. Field calls from all advertising and generate interest in the home through marketing efforts

41. Counsel you on periodic price changes that may be demanded due to changes in market conditions

42. Point out areas that are likely to be targetted by buyers on any requests for repairs

43. Provide counseling and guidance in regard to showing so that the home gets its best appearance

44. Locate and provide area and street maps to potential buyers

45. Review the BINSR request from the buyer and review with you the buyer’s requests for repairs

46. Be available on evenings and weekends when buyers are most likely to want to see your home

47. Counsel and guide you through your responses to the buyer’s requests for repairs

48. Provide professional references for any repairs that might decide to make in order to complete the sale

49. Review the preliminary title report received from the escrow company

50. Make certain that all requirements on the preliminary title report are being met and handled prior to closing

51. Check to make certain that the buyer has supplied title with necessary documentation and any power of attorney forms

52. Check the preliminary title report for the status of liens, encumbrances and taxes

53. Monitor the deadlines and timeframes that are contained in the purchase contract

54. Negotiate necessary changes in those timelines

55. Counsel you on the pros and cons of addendums regarding changes in the timelines

56. Advise you on the appraisal process and your role in the appraisal process as a seller

57. Keep the contract in check by issuing cure notices when necessary

58. Provide regular updates and status reports regarding the progress of the transaction

59. Assist you in relocation or buying another property

60. Co-ordinate multiple same day showings

61. Counsel and advise on the handling of multiple offers regarding the property

62. Handle negotiations of offers and counteroffers with buyers and their agents

63. Review completed disclosure forms to insure compliance with required disclosure obligations of all sellers

64. Answer and address questions posed by buyers regarding the property and its condition

65. Help you understand the process of the transaction

66. Perform a curb appeal assessment at the time of listing

67. Provide days on market analysis

68. Provide a full Comparative Market Analysis regarding your property

69. Counsel on the necessity and advantages of a home warranty program

70. Obtain plat map from the title company

71. Review title company charges and fess

72. Collect utility information and advise on the handling of utilities at the time of transfer

73. Discuss and advise on the exchange of occupancy

74. Update and monitor status of MLS listing to “Sale Pending”

75. Advise and monitor removal of loan contingency

76. Contact and discuss loan status with buyers loan representative

77. Confirm the processing of the buyers loan

78. Check on the status of delivery of buyers loan documents to the title company

79. Confirm the completion of all repairs

80. Coordinate the collection of the repair invoices and receipts

81. Deliver all receipts and invoices to the title company as required

82. Confirm the buyers acquisition of insurance on the home at the time of purchase

83. Review the HUD-1 Settlement statement and correct all inaccuracies

84. Make certain that all funds are being handled appropriately

85. Maintain the proper status of the For Sale sign, updating as sold and removing after transaction

86. Co-ordinate and schedule the closing of the transaction

87. Negotiate and arrange any final extensions of the closing date that may be necessary

88. Counsel and advise you on the closing process

89. Schedule all final walk through inspections that are demanded by the buyer

90. Attend and address issues raised in the final walk through inspections

91. Final check with the escrow officer to make certain that all required documentation is in place

92. Review the closing documents

93. Attend and accompany you to the closing to address any issues that you might have

94. Advise and counsel you on the final transfer of funds

95. Assist in the providing of wiring instructions on the day of  closing to the title company

96. Assist in the transmission and delivery of any final documentation that may be required by title

97. Review and explain the role of title insurance in your transaction

98. Assist in the correction of any errors or mistakes in the final closing documents

99. Arrange for the exchange of keys and possession

100. Help counsel and advise you on the final handling of utilities

101. Thank you for your business and earn your trust for every real estate transaction you undertake

Families, unite. Founders’ Day in Marana is just around the corner on March 20, and it has some favorite standbys as well as new attractions for people of all ages.

The main buzz this year surrounds the new “Take Me Fishing” event for children 14 and younger.

Thanks to a grant from the Arizona Game and Fish Department, the town is stocking the municipal pool with 500 catfish and supplying fishing poles for the kids to fish them out. And it’s free.

But also for the first time, the town is charging for people to play on the inflatables – such as jumping castles – and in the carnival-style games.

A $10 wristband will allow unlimited access to the inflatables and participation in five carnival-style games.

In the past, all the events were free.

“Due to budget, we had to go ahead and do the wristband to provide some of the activities,” said Adelina Martin, special events and volunteer coordinator for Marana Parks and Recreation.

The inflatables and carnival-style games typically are the most costly parts of the festival, she said, so they required a fee this year.

But there will still be plenty of free entertainment, including a petting zoo, face painting, Safe Kids Coalition members giving away car seats and bicycle safety helmets, crafts, Wii games and a skate ramp.

Town matriarch Ora Mae Harn is pulling together a new exhibit to showcase the variety of people who helped build the town.

“This is an opportunity to reach out to people that are not familiar with the history of Marana and give them some idea of who we are in this community and where we came from,” Harn said.

Welcome to the Aerospace and Arizona 2010 air show!! The air show team has a great line-up for this year’s Open House and we hope you enjoy yourselves. Over the next few weeks, we will continue to update this webpage as we finalize our plans. This year’s show will prove to be one of the biggest we had, and as you can tell from the performers listed on the left side of this page, we have brought some of the finest air acts in the industry. Thank you so much for your interest and we look forward to your visit to Davis-Monthan Air Force Base! This is officially the biggest air show we ever had!!

Bring a can to D-M!!! The Military Wives Clubs are sponsoring a food drive for Tucson’s Community Food Bank! Bring a canned food item to Davis-Monthan and drop it off at the entrance to the air show. Tucson’s Community Food Bank provides food to over 300 local organizations and your contributions will help their efforts! PLEASE support this event as we help our local community – and bring a can!!!! (This is a private organization. It is not a part of the Department of Defense or any of its components and it has no governmental status. No federal endorsement intended).

Admissions: Admission to the air show is Free! Gates open at 8:00 AM.
Security alert: Due to the current security levels, the following items will NOT be allowed onto the base:
* Coolers
* Lawn Chairs (we will have chairs available to rent for a nominal fee)
* Weapons of any type
* Bags and backpacks – for our guests with infants, you will be permitted to bring a diaper bag
(Small bags and cameras are permitted, but expect them to be checked)
* Water, liquid, or fluids – only permitted for our guests with infants. There will be free water stations located throughout the show area and food and drinks will be available for sale
* Balloons
* Military uniforms worn by non-military members
* No animals, except for service animals

Shuttles: We encourage you to take the Sun Tran Shuttle to A&A Days to avoid traffic, delays and excessive walking. Sun Tran’s shuttle service will carry passengers directly to the air show entrance.

* Passengers may board the shuttle at:

* Shuttles run continuously to DMAFB from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
* Return service to boarding locations runs continuously until the last shuttle leaves DMAFB, approximately 15 to 20 minutes after the final performance.

* All buses are wheelchair-accessible

DMAFB security restricts visitors from bringing certain items on base. Please refer to the list above. These items will not be allowed on Sun Tran buses. Visitors and their belongings are subject to random search.

For more information on the Sun Tran Shuttle, call 520-792-9222 (TDD: 520-628-1565)

Parking: Parking is free and you can expect to enter through the Swan and Craycroft Gates off of Golf Links. We will have disabled parking available close to the entrance. Due to the distance from our parking area to the display area, EXPECT TO DO A LOT OF WALKING! If you do not like or are unable to walk long distances, it is recommended that you take the Sun Tran shuttle service.

Very important!! Due to the expectation of a large crowd and the subsequent traffic congestion, WE WILL BE HALTING IN-BOUND TRAFFIC TO THE BASE AT 2:00 pm. Additionally, Sun Tran will also be stopping their service from the pick-up/drop-off points at 2:00 PM. If you do not arrive onto the base or to the drop-off points by 2:00 PM, you will NOT be permitted onto the base!

We will not be publishing a flying schedule due to the possibility of unforeseen delays throughout the day of the show. We apologize for the inconvenience!

For our aviation enthusiasts, cameras will be allowed as will monopods and tripods for our folks who love to take pictures.

On behalf of the air show, team we look forward to your visit and we hope you enjoy your day as we display America’s airpower to the finest city in the country!

On Static Display…
The following aircraft will also be available for public viewing: A-10C, HH60G, HC-130P, EC-130H, F-16 Blk 42, F-15C, F-15E, F-35 (mock up only), F-22, F-18, B-52, B-1, Tornado, EF-18, EA-6B, AV-8, KC-135, E-3, RC-135, P-3C, C-5, KC-10, AC-130, C-21, C-130J, C-17, IL-76, AT-38, C-12, T-38, T-1, T-6, T-45, RC-12, MQ-1, Shadow UAS, Shadow Launcher, GCS, Gnd Data Terminal, Shadow Veh Transport, CH-46, HH-1, AH-64, OH-58, MH-65, MH-60R, CH-53E, UH-1, AH-1, CH-47, F-106, F-101, A-4, F-4, A-7, F-14, Starship, MiG-19, P-51, B-25, AT-6, C-45,  A-1, Mig-17, Nanchang Haiyan, CJ-6, C-182, L-29, L-9, T-28, T-33, T-34, AT-6

Also on Ground Display…
Arizona Cardinal Cheerleaders, OCC C

It’s that season again – springtime in the desert! Just the perfect temperature to enjoy biking, hiking, tennis,  take in a spring training game or engage in any activities you would like.  This beautiful weather is also a great time to get out your checklist and spruce up your home.  A little spring cleaning and some low cost maintenance goes a long way to keeping your home in top shape!

CHECKLIST

1. Clean Windows – Inside and out! The view is so much prettier this way.
2. Re-Caulk Windows– This keeps your energy costs where they should be and also keeps the dust and “creepy crawlies” to a minimum.
3. Change, or Clean, Air Filters – You’re a/c will run at its best-saving you money-and will cut down on the allergens in the air.
4. Dust All Walls and Ceilings – We live in the desert and dust is an everyday issue.  Don’t forget those ceiling fans!
5. Clean All Curtains, Drapes and Window Coverings – Take them down and wash or dry clean them. Dust the blinds.
6. Sweep All Patios and Entryways – Removing the dirt and debris from these areas will greatly reduce the time you will need to spend on your floors.
7. Clean All Appliances Thoroughly – Be sure to clean inside, under and behind ovens and refrigerators.
8. Trim Trees, Bushes, and Pull The Weeds – Walk your property and decide what needs your attention and tackle what you can handle, but call a professional for the big stuff.
9. Organize and Clean the Garage – Time for a yard sale! Sell or donate the items that you don’t need and re-organize the things you decide to keep.
10. Change The Batteries in Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms – For you and your family’s safety be absolutely certain that you do not skip this one!

These are a few things to get you started. Go get your gloves, sponges, and brooms and enjoy your spring cleaning! If you have any questions or need some advice on the real estate market in your area, please contact The Dan Adler Team – we are here to help!

This is a 60 Minutes (CBS) video regarding what occurred in the mortgage industry and secondary market in 2008/2009.  One of the best pieces done about the mortgage crisis that we have seen thus far. It attempts to eliminate the “lawyer speak” so we can understand the real reasons why so many American’s are facing a foreclosure or short sale. If you have been affected by the lending collapse and are facing a foreclosure contact our team as we want you to know you have options. A lot of options.

Course Creators Welcomes Dan Adler

Dan Adler, Associate Broker, ALHS, ABR, ASR 

Course Creators is pleased to announce that we have joined forces with Dan Adler. Dan will be working with us to present cutting edge courses for continuing education as well as sales, service and small business development.

Currently Dan is the Team Leader for The Dan Adler Team. He is one of Arizona’s top and most respected real estate brokers, working in Arizona’s largest brokerage firm, Realty Executives. Because Dan is a successful businessman as well as an educator, business coach and motivational speaker, Course Creators feels that he is the perfect fit for us as well as our clients.

One of our preferred lenders has made this information available to us regarding the Pima County Bond Program. It is a great program but as you will see has some time limitations associated with it.

Highlights include:

*        Interest rate of 4.55% 30 year fixed loan
*        First time buyers only (means they cannot have owned a home in
the last 3 years) – note: This requirement is waived for qualified
veterans
*        Can be used with FHA, VA or Rural Housing Loans for qualifying
(no conventional)
*        Max income limits are based on household size regardless of
who’s on the loan and they are:

1-2 person household: $69,000 / year

3+ person household: $79,675 / year

*        Eligible properties are new or existing 1-2 unit, townhomes,
condos (Suburban is not doing any manufactured homes)
*        Property can be located anywhere in Pima County
*        Bond program costs an additional $460 in fees on top of 1%
origination, and other regular lender fees, i.e. processing,
underwriting and doc prep (with us these fees total $1145)
*        First-time buyers are still eligible for the $8000 tax credit
even if they finance with this program

For additional information you may contact The Dan Adler Team or one of our preferred lenders.

Special Offers

Closing Cost Assistance and Appliance Incentive for Fannie Mae Homes

Fannie Mae is offering a 3.5% incentive* for buyers who purchase and close on a Fannie Mae-owned home between January 28 and April 30, 2010. Buyers purchasing properties listed on this site that are closed within this period may receive up to 3.5% of the final sales price for:

• Closing costs;
• The purchase of new Whirlpool® appliances by Fannie Mae; or
• A mix of closing costs and appliances, at the buyer’s discretion, up to the maximum 3.5%.

To be eligible for this incentive:

• Offers must be accepted on or after January 28, 2010
• Property sales must close before May 1, 2010
• Buyers must be owner-occupants, investors are excluded

Contact a Fannie Mae listing broker for more information.

*Lenders may impose their own limitations on the use of the 3.5% incentive, so buyers should consult their lenders for guidance.

Buying a home? Take Advantage of a Federal Income Tax Credit

New legislation was approved which extends the First-Time Homebuyer Credit for homeowners through April 30, 2010 with a 60-day cushion beyond that date to complete closing. The program broadens benefits to existing homeowners and now includes:

• $8,000 tax credit for first-time homebuyers
• $6,500 tax credit for existing homebuyers who have lived in their current residence for at least five years but want to relocate to a new primary residence
• Increased income limits for individuals and couples

Be sure to speak with a lender, accountant or attorney to learn more about how this may apply to you.

Need help buying a home?

State and local housing authorities often have programs to help homebuyers research and purchase a home. Programs can include counseling, down payment assistance, and more.

Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP)
Currently, some local housing authorities and housing non-profits have programs for homebuyers that use HUD’s Neighborhood Stabilization Program funds.

Fannie Mae supports NSP and offers some concessions to streamline the purchase of Fannie Mae properties for buyers using NSP funds. This includes:

• Deposit Waivers – Fannie Mae will waive the earnest money/deposit requirement for public entities using public funds to purchase a Fannie Mae-owned property. Individual homebuyers using public funds to purchase a Fannie Mae-owned property do not have to meet the full 5% earnest money/deposit requirement. Deposits can be as low as $500.
• Reserved Contract Period – Upon receipt of an acceptable offer, buyers have the ability to renegotiate their offer after obtaining an NSP-required appraisal.
• Extra Time for Closing – Buyer receives up to 45 days to close, 15 days more than is usually permitted for purchases of Fannie Mae-owned properties.

First Look for Fannie Mae Homes

First Look is designed to provide owner occupants and buyers using public funds a “first look” at Fannie Mae homes. Under First Look, Fannie Mae will only consider offers from owner occupants and buyers using public funds during the first 15 days a property is listed in the local multiple listing service (MLS). If the property is still for sale on the 16th day, investor offers may be submitted and will be considered.  

I hear this all the time. What consumer sellers don’t hear is that they have more options than the banks ever want them to know. A quick call to The Dan Adler Team will provide you with answers to some of the most common questions for sellers facing foreclosure or eviction. The key is to take steps early in the process rather than waiting until late in the game-when it may be more difficult to get the bank to cooperate. Our team is amongst the most knowledgeable of all Arizona real estate professionals and we look forward to visiting with you for all your real estate needs. When preparing for your meeting with us, you will want to have some of the following items available: tax records for the past three years, pay stubs for the past 3 months, a hardship letter and the past two months worth of bank statements. The Dan Adler Team will walk you through the rest!

The truth about short sales isn’t quite as bad as this  .  The truth about short sales is that they can be done, they can be done quickly and they can be done fairly painlessly. Contact The Dan Adler Team today to learn what options you may have and we will make your experience more like this   .