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Old 12-01-2010, 08:50 AM
 
Location: Gilbert - Val Vista Lakes
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One could buy a car (maybe two) and fuel it for 5 years on that differential. Of course, the hassle/time factor comes into play, but I think the math is going to be very attractive to people.
The drive out there when I would have to go on occasion is a sticking point for me. However, as the infrastructure grows, with more jobs in the area, and many people working from their homes, those who live there won't need to commute, which can make it even more attractive.

I'll have to do some more thinking on that area

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Old 12-01-2010, 08:58 AM
 
Location: Sonoran Desert
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That's one reason why QC is difficult for me to consider. However, as the infrastructure grows, with more jobs in the area, and many people working from their homes, they won't need to commute.
I suspect a lot of folks just rationalize that concern away. I know that is what I did when I moved to the new Ahwatukee development, LOL! California commuters have been doing two hour drive-till-you-qualify deals for many years. I guess at some point the city just gets so big and expensive closer in that people come to accept that as the "price" for having a nice place.
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Old 12-01-2010, 09:03 AM
 
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Hi Tashina,

I am simply trying to provide people with an accurate view of the market given the fundamental factors out there right now. I feel that it is very dishonest and hurtful when people in the industry try to cover up real, concerning negative news about pending and future falling values. It isn't right.
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Old 12-01-2010, 09:27 AM
 
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Hi Tashina,

I am simply trying to provide people with an accurate view of the market given the fundamental factors out there right now. I feel that it is very dishonest and hurtful when people in the industry try to cover up real, concerning negative news about pending and future falling values. It isn't right.

EnicAZ. In a prevous post you said you are a RE agent. Yes?? If so, would you sell a person a house even after you did your best to convince them it that the Phoenix market is going down in a ball of flames??
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Old 12-01-2010, 10:03 AM
 
Location: Tempe, Arizona
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...I feel that it is very dishonest and hurtful when people in the industry try to cover up real, concerning negative news about pending and future falling values. It isn't right.
And I think it's just as bad to "cover up" positive indicators as well. The goal should be to provide a balanced view to clients so they can decide what is best for them. Only presenting extreme views to one side or the other is not fair or honest.
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Old 12-01-2010, 10:39 AM
 
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"And I think it's just as bad to "cover up" positive indicators as well. The goal should be to provide a balanced view to clients so they can decide what is best for them. Only presenting extreme views to one side or the other is not fair or honest."

True!
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Old 12-01-2010, 10:57 AM
 
Location: Sonoran Desert
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"And I think it's just as bad to "cover up" positive indicators as well. The goal should be to provide a balanced view to clients so they can decide what is best for them. Only presenting extreme views to one side or the other is not fair or honest."

True!
There is so much good news lately all the way from Wall Street in New York to Central Avenue in Phoenix. It is simply wrong to use known bad data and continually repeat false claims over and over to try to hide the real facts. I think forum readers are catching on though and we should continue to shine sunlight on the false prophets of C-D.
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Old 12-01-2010, 03:51 PM
 
Location: Texas
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There is so much good news lately all the way from Wall Street in New York to Central Avenue in Phoenix. It is simply wrong to use known bad data and continually repeat false claims over and over to try to hide the real facts. I think forum readers are catching on though and we should continue to shine sunlight on the false prophets of C-D.


Study: New negative trend in Phoenix housing market
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Old 12-01-2010, 09:52 PM
 
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Born-N-Raised:

"EnicAZ. In a prevous post you said you are a RE agent. Yes?? If so, would you sell a person a house even after you did your best to convince them it that the Phoenix market is going down in a ball of flames??"

It is my fiduciary to not have people I work with lose money. This is why I give the state of the market as it is. Not what might get me a quick commission, which will then an angry, money-losing customer.
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Old 12-01-2010, 10:58 PM
 
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Hi Tashina,

I am simply trying to provide people with an accurate view of the market given the fundamental factors out there right now. I feel that it is very dishonest and hurtful when people in the industry try to cover up real, concerning negative news about pending and future falling values. It isn't right.
I appreciate you are saying it like it is. With the dismal job market in the Phoenix area, we need people to plan better. This means shacking up with friends and family and doing whatever it takes to adjust to the new economy.
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