Phoenix Under $200K Market. And, A “Generation Y’er” Speaks

by Jay Thompson on February 29, 2008

Interesting article today in the Arizona Republic: Under-$200,000 market gives home sales a pushAffordability lures first-time buyers, investors I personally haven’t seen the “bidding wars” on short sales mentioned in the article. Not to say it isn’t happening, but in my experience the short sales are sitting there until the bank takes them back (for the most part).But … [Read more...]

Why Would Anyone Want to Live In Phoenix? Things to do in Phoenix this Weekend

by Jay Thompson on February 29, 2008

Why would anyone want to live In Phoenix?I really have no idea… Things to do in Phoenix this weekend. (I recommend anything outdoors) Saturday Calendar of Events Sunday Calendar of EventsSpring training games aboundAnd it would be a perfect weekend to check out the Renaissance FestivalWear your sunscreen!!.[tags]Phoenix weekend, things to do, spring training[/tags] … [Read more...]

Birth of a Brokerage: Thompson’s Realty

by Jay Thompson on February 27, 2008

The newest real estate brokerage in the Phoenix area, Thompson’s Realty, is officially open for business! Our business model is simple: provide superior customer service in everything we do. That may sound hokey, but it is what Francy and I believe in. Our clients will experience unparalleled support and guidance throughout their real estate transaction. And beyond.Leveraging the power … [Read more...]

Cool Photoshop Tricks

by Jay Thompson on February 26, 2008

There is often discussion on real estate blogs about how far (if at all) a real estate agent / photographer should travel down the photo retouching road.Athol Kay has a great series titled “Pimp My Listing Photo” that covers acceptable ways to “manipulate” real estate photos. My personal take is it is perfectly acceptable to correct tilt, exposure, fisheye distortion … [Read more...]