CasaGuam Vol. 3 Issue 5 by Yellow Pages Ink

CONTENTS

Message From GAR

Message from the President

Departments 8

Market Report Transaction Recovery Stalls Amid Build-Up Confusion Feature House Hunting

By Christopher Felix CPM,CIPS,CCIM

Back Cover

Guam presents an ocean of possibilities for people moving to the Island

From the Experts The Military Buildup:

May 2010 • Vol. 3 • No. 5 P.O. Box 24881 Barrigada, GU 96921 Tel: (671) 472-3495 | Fax: (671) 472-3498 email: office@yellowpagesink.com

It’s a good time to buy

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Profile Joe Rios

Julian T. Cooper-Nurse

|Business Sales Manager| Jay-R S. Dominguez

Community Man

Curb Appeal Useful Mother’s Day Gifts Solar Powered Lights

|Advertising/Sales| Carl Perez

|Traffic/Circulation Manager| Josie Redmond

|Production Manager| Mark S. Burke

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How To D.I.Y. Set the Mood

Lynda Young

|Graphics & Layout| Mark S. Burke • Jon Barnhart

with Light Dimmers

Who Ya Gonna Call?

Classifieds

Closing Guam Association of Realtors®

|Editorial Contributors| Faye Varias Creative Services Christopher Felix Sandy Gould Yow W. Nicholas Captain Peggy Araullo Llagas Mark S. Burke Cover Photo: Mark S. Burke

REALTORS® Remain Leading Advocates of Fair Housing CasaGuam is Published by:

ell it’s May and I hope you all survived April Tax month. I went to file my taxes April 14th and the line went out the door! At least I got to see some old friends and get some good gossip time in. The great news is that the Guam Legislature passed Bill 319-30 and the Governor signed it into Law. This new law, P.L. 30-129, allows the Guam Association of REALTORS® to certify continuing education hours. It also requires everyone who wants to be a broker on Guam to be an active agent here for a minimum of two years. It removed the section for the law that waived the continuing Education requirement for those licensed over 15 years in Guam. Finally it amended the law to allow real estate agents and broker to do price opinions. These changes are small and seem minor, but were needed to clarify and clean up some misunderstandings and problems the old law had. We look forward to these changes helping us better serve our community and be more professional in our services. On another matter I got a call from a friend asking me to update them on the military relocation to Guam. As far as I know the draft environmental report was presented and comments received. The final report is scheduled to be completed in July and if approved, it will be accepted in August. This will allow the government to sign contracts budgeted for this year and avoid major delays. I understand there are still problems with Japan on the relocation of the air base, but this is supposed to be resolved by the end of this month. I wish you all well and a great month. Please feel free to call Peggy Araullo Llagas, our Executive Officer at 477-4271 if you have any questions or concerns you would like for me to address regarding real estate on Guam.

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Real Estate Listing By Village Looking for something in particular? See the listings index below to point you in the direction of a listing in this real estate guide that’s right for you. Simply look up the village, type of home or apartment and see the ad on the corresponding page number. Happy Home Hunting!

Commerical For Lease

IFC - Inside Front Cover

BC - Back Cover

Yigo

The Real Estate Professionals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

BHI Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 The Real Estate Professionals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .17

Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .17

Empire Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Asan

Barrigada

RE/MAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IBC

Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .16

Barrigada

Dededo Property Management Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

The Real Estate Professionals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .14

Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .16

RE/MAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IBC

Hagatña

Dededo

Empire Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

BHI Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Titan Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .17

Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .16

IBC - Inside Back Cover

Agat

Agana Heights

Harmon

FC - Front Cover

Yona

Century 21 Realty Management . . . . . . . . . .IFC The Real Estate Professionals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Residential For Sale

Land For Rent

Agana Heights

Hagåtña

Empire Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Agat Asan Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .17

Hagåtña

Barrigada

Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .16

Empire Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Tamuning

Harmon

Century 21 Realty Management . . . . . . . . . .IFC Marianas Steamship Agencies, Inc . . . . . . . . .11 Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .16 RE/MAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IBC

RE/MAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IBC

Mangilao Tumon Property Management Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .16

BHI Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 The Real Estate Professionals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Coral Sea Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Land For Sale

Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . .16,17

RE/MAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IBC

Yona

The Real Estate Professionals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Property Management Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Empire Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Inarajan

BHI Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .17 RE/MAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IBC

Agat The Real Estate Professionals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .14

BHI Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 The Real Estate Professionals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . .14,17

Asan

RE/MAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IBC

Century 21 Realty Management . . . . . . . . . .IFC Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .16

Dededo

Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .16

Barrigada

RE/MAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IBC

BHI Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .17

Dededo

RE/MAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IBC

BHI Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Mangilao

Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .16

Inarajan

Mongmong-Toto-Maite

The Real Estate Professionals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .17 RE/MAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IBC

Coral Sea Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Today’s Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .BC

Ordot-Chalan Pago

Mongmong-Toto-Maite

Hagåtña

The Real Estate Professionals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Empire Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Today’s Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .BC

RE/MAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IBC

Harmon

Century 21 Realty Management . . . . . . . . . .IFC Harvest Residence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 BHI Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Titan Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Piti

The Real Estate Professionals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .17

Tamuning

RE/MAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IBC

BHI Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .16 RE/MAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IBC

Santa Rita

Today’s Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .BC

Commercial For Sale

Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .17

Agat Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .16

RE/MAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IBC

Multi-Family For Sale Hagåtña

Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .16

Tamuning Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .16

Residential For Rent

Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .16

Ordot-Chalan Pago

Merizo Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .16

Ordot-Chalan Pago Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .16 RE/MAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IBC Today’s Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .BC

Santa Rita

Piti

Coral Sea Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . .14,16

Sinajana

Talofofo

Century 21 Realty Management . . . . . . . . . .IFC Coral Sea Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

RE/MAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IBC

Sinajana BHI Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .17

Talofofo

Century 21 Realty Management . . . . . . . . . .IFC Coral Sea Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

RE/MAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IBC

Tamuning

Coral Sea Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 The Real Estate Professionals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . .14,17 RE/MAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IBC

Century 21 Realty Management . . . . . . . . . .IFC Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .14 Empire Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .16 Today’s Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .BC

Coral Sea Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .16

Ordot-Chalan Pago

Mangilao

The Real Estate Professionals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Today’s Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .BC

Piti

Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .16

The Real Estate Professionals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Coral Sea Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Empire Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .17 RE/MAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IBC Today’s Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .BC

Tumon

Tamuning

Tumon Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .16

Yigo

Century 21 Realty Management . . . . . . . . . .IFC Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .17

Titan Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 The Real Estate Professionals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .16

Agana Heights

Tumon

RE/MAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IBC

Yona

Empire Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . .14,17

Yigo

RE/MAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IBC

Century 21 Realty Management . . . . . . . . . .IFC

Empire Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Century 21 Commonwealth Realty . . . . . . . . .16

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Market Repor t

Transaction Recovery Stalls Amid Build-Up Confusion

By Nick Captain

fter three consecutive quarters of strong growth in sales volume, Guam's real estate market stalled during the first quarter of 2010. The most recent quarter reflected $63.7 million in activity, down 28 percent from the prior quarter, but up 76 percent compared to the global financial crisis-impacted first quarter of 2009. The stalled recovery is partially attributable to the on-going confusion and mixed signals from Japan regarding the military build-up. In the residential sector, the 135 single family units sold last quarter involves the second slowest quarterly activity in six years, and down by 17 percent compared with the prior quarter. However, based on historical trends, Captain Real Estate projects 20 percent growth for next quarter, or a more stabilized level of 162 units sold. Although transaction activity has declined, prices have remained relatively firm with the median house price of $221,000 reflecting the third highest average on record. The highend market reflected additional positive results with seven houses sold at prices above $500,000. A combination of more units sold and fewer units for sale reduced the high-end market inventory to 1.2 years, still relatively high, but the lowest high-end inventory statistic in years. Condominium unit sales activity also reflected mixed results with 48 units sold during the first quarter of 2010, approximating units sold last quarter, but up 19 percent from a year earlier. This sector recorded its fourth consecutive quarter of growth since the market bottomed in Q1 09. The 8 CasaGuam May 2010

condominium median price of $135,500 is effectively unchanged compared with the first quarters of 2006 and 2009. The high end condominium sector reflected additional positive momentum as 5 units sold at prices above $400,000. The commercial sector of Guam's real estate market remains extremely slow with only three recorded sales during the past quarter reflecting $2.3 million in aggregate transaction activity including zero sales of multi-family residential properties. This sector is dominated by a wait and see mindset with most investors optimistic regarding future market conditions. Land sales during the quarter were positively impacted by the massive

GWA connection fees that developers and owner-occupants rushed to beat. The negative impacts of these fees, which significantly increase the cost of homeownership, are likely to impact future statistics. Along with the dearth in commercial sales, commercial real estate lending plummeted in Q1 10. In a rare example of prevailing forces in this sector, First Commercial Bank earned 1st place with a $2.35 million deal with Six D Enterprises. 2nd place went to Bank Pacific with a $1.6 million deal and Bank of Guam recorded a $1.5 million mortgage. Other lenders with $1.0+ million real estate loans closed in the first quarter include First Hawaiian Bank, Coast

360, Community First, and ANZ. Overall real estate market conditions are improving and our projection of 25 percent growth in sales for 2010 remains unchanged; however, potentially massive infusions of foreign investment could impact final figures. Increased government fees and an end to the first time homebuyer tax credit are expected to negatively impact the residential sector although the recovery in the high-end sector is expected to continue along with demand growth from the first wave of military build-up related personnel. The commercial sector will likely remain soft until economic growth spurs increases in rent and occupancy levels.

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By Alex Salazar

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Feature ccording to Nick Captain of Captain Real Estate, the Island of Guam, although small in size, presents many interesting examples of the boom and bust cycles experienced in real estate markets. He said, “Through the detailed study and investigation of Guam’s real estate market, property information can be used to support acquisition, disposition, lending, foreclosure, litigation, and other important real estate decisions.” With that and the impending military buildup, Guam presents an ocean of possibilities for people looking to move to the island. Joe Rios, Realtor with Today’s Realty said, a newcomer to Guam should spend some time in advance to find out more about the island. “Guam is an island paradise so you have options as to where to live. You can live next to the beach, choose a place with an ocean view, live near the tourist district, next to the shopping malls, find one near your new office — convenience is relatively accessible,” he said. He added, for anyone, civilian or military looking to buy or rent a home on Guam, the Multiple Listing System (MLS) online is one of the best tools to use. Searching features are so convenient. Once you have selected a few that interest you, contact a Realtor to help you get to your short list.

Here are some important pieces of information to tell your Realtor: • • • • •

How many bedrooms, bathrooms you desire Ideal living area size Single family house or an apartment or a condo What village? North, Central, South Specific preferences like a gated community, first floor, pets, stainless steel appliances, etc. • Price range

Rios said, “Once you have identified a few that interests you, your REALTOR® can get you all the details. When you arrive, it’s best to visit the units so you are comfortable with the house that you will call home when you live on Guam.” For military employees who are stationed on Guam for about three years, buying a house may be more favorable because they can accrue home equity by the time they leave, instead of losing money to rent payments over the years. Plus, interest rates are low right now, so young, first-time buyers have a good chance of getting a loan to buy a house.

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Feature TIPS FOR RENTERS (Source: www.guampdn.com) • Identify and prioritize what you are looking for. For example, let your realtor know what you value most: a central-location, proximity to work, a reasonable price, comfort, safety, familyfriendly, etc. • Look online at the MLS before you arrive on the island. Contact the realtors for the places you are interested in. • Convey to your realtor what your priorities are. They will narrow down your list for you and select the top choices according to your interest so you won’t have to look at more than 5 to 10 places. • Don’t bring your appliances from the mainland. Many places include a stove range, washer and dryer if you’re looking at rentals. • When you arrive on island, take time to rest before you scope out your choices so you can make a decision based on clear thinking. • Check for homes with windows that are equipped with storm shutters. Guam storms can shake concrete homes, so when one of those supertyphoons come this way, you’ll be thankful your windows have sturdy shutters. Also check if your future rental has a backup power and water supply - also a critical readiness issue in the event of a big storm. MORE VALUABLE SITES Guam-OnLine.Com provides information about Guam’s beaches, scuba diving, golf, parasailing, sky diving, dining, nightlife and bars, shopping and other leisure activities. Learn about Guam’s people, history and culture. Find out where to stay at its “Hotels” and “Real Estate” pages and get transportation tips from the “Getting Around Guam” page. Check out the “Military Assignment” page for a glimpse of what a military tour on Guam has to offer. Take a virtual tour of Guam and experience the beaches, scenic overlooks, historical and cultural landmarks and Guam’s fabulous undersea life at our extensive picture galleries. Guam.gov is the government’s one-stop on-line service center! Its goal is to make government more efficient by bringing its services closer to you. The GovGuam Portal brings the services of your government’s agencies into one gateway that is easy to navigate. It makes doing business with the government faster through one easy-to-remember Web site that can lead you to every service offered. GuamPCS.com provides military personnel and government employees temporary lodging in one of Guam’s premier resorts AND a free courtesy car for use while in temporary lodging allowance (TLA) status. All its customers, regardless of rank, will experience exemplary customer service with the GuamPCS.com team handling the details. Its fees are based on the service member’s authorized TLA allowance: This means no direct cost to our customers. Movingcompaniesforyou.com/relocating-guam states Guam, an island whose inhabitants are United States citizens, is becoming an increasingly popular destination for those looking to relocate to someplace with a more tropical climate. Many military members also relocate to Guam as part of their tour of duty. It is an ideal place for an American to relocate to, because it is often called “America in Asia.” Many of the things that Americans are used to while living in the United States can be found in Guam. CasaGuam.com 15

Yigo Lot - $55K 1,417sqm #09-3041

Dededo Land - $60K 2,075sqm #10-635

Laguina Estates, Yona $65K 1,903sqm #10-997

Dededo Land - $65K 1,957sqm #10-1000

Mangilao - $120K 1,000sqm #10-1124

Yigo Land - $65K 1,853sqm #10-1038

Yigo Land - $65K 1,853sqm #10-1039

Dededo Land - $70K 1,957sqm #10-999

Macheche Ded - $100K 1,730sqm #09-2902

Yigo Land - $195K 5,559sqm #10-1036

Tamuning Land - $260K 702.24sqm #10-843

Piti Lot - $498K 15,088sqm #09-264

Barrigada Comm. Lot $545K 4,171sqm #10-987

Talo Verde Tam. - $900K 1,551sqm #10-1112

Inarajan off Rt. 4 - $45K 2,280sqm #06-865

Yigo Rt. 15 - $180K 7,407sqm #06-2108

Tumon - $12,614,700 25,229sqm #06-3019

Tumon - $2,008,265 4,016.53sqm #06-3020

Chalan Bada Dededo $45K 2,023sqm #10-824

Tamuning - $276,500 1,106sqm #10-1443

Ipan-Talofofo $575K 27,774.22sqm #07-3850

Agana Heights $29K 686sqm #08-2077

Tumon $8,386,470 9,423sqm #08-3021

Dededo $45K 2,023sqm #10-825

Ordot-Chalan Pago - $75K 3,062.48sqm #10-1502

Rt. 15 Yigo - $55K 1,432sqm #09-1144

Murrey Dr. Asan - $650K 7,984sqm #09-1983

Ordot-Chalan Pago - $450K 3,181sqm #10-1125

Lot 456 Merizo - $250K 43,837sqm #10-622

Mangilao - $1,049,000 10,000sqm #09-206

Talo Verde Tam. - $900K 1,549sqm #10-1112

Tamuning - $1.2M 3,818sqm #10-301

Tamuning - $7K/mo 3,818sqm #10-302

Yona - $80,145 1,781sqm #09-3328

Marine Corps Dr. Ded. $6K/mo #10-1267

Rt. 16 Barrigada $1,500/mo #08-3294

Agat House & Mart $599K #09-241

New Tamuning Rest. $50K #09-2700

Star Bldg. Upper Tumon $1,800/mo #09-2898

Office Space, Hagatna $900/mo #10-411

Fatima St. Dededo $2,500/mo #10-754

Fatima St. Dededo $4,500/mo #10-753

Harmon Warehouse $3K/mo #04-434

Tamuning - $4.5M #08-3898

Office Building, Hagåtña $6,270/mo #10-799

Tamuning - $2,266.25/mo #10-1582

Multi-Family

Land (House Lot & Investment) Commercial

Inarajan Lot - $80K 1,862sqm #09-3714

Tan Pelicita Dungca Tam. $2.8M 20 Units #07-416

Bradley Place Hagåtña $1.475M 18 Units #09-2306

Guevara Properties Ordot-Chn Pago $650K 6 Units #09-507

Carlos Heights Tam. $320K #08-2980

RENTALS

Yigo - Nicely upgraded & well taken care 4BR/2BA unit in this prominent subdivision w/complete amenities. Unit is right next to the pool where you can easily go in & out anytime. One of the best setting within the compound. Seek no further! Lease includes all major appliances, blinds & drapes. See it to believe! $2,450 (10-1493) *NEW* Tumon - A beautifully upgraded 3bd/2ba unit, great location- in the heart of Tumon, walking distance to the pleasure island, beach, restaurants & bars. Very cozy, w/newly renovated kitchen, fresh paint walls & excellent floor tiles. $2,200 (10-1492) *NEW*

Oka Towers Condo-Tam. $169,999 1bd/1ba #10-957

Dededo Home - $175K 4bd/2ba #10-1048

Perezville Tam. - $625K 5bd/4ba #09-1332

San Vitores Garden Condo Tum - $186K 3bd/2ba #10-898

Dededo - Here's a rare to find corner end 3BR/2.5BA unit w/extra privacy & a yard space in a beautiful subdivision in Dededo. Completely renovated w/a modern touch - new kitchen, new bathrooms, new carpet & new light fixtures. Amenities includes: yard maintenance, swimming pool, tennis court, playground & security guard. Mins away from stores, restaurants, church, video stores, & Air Force Base. $2,000 (101484) *NEW* Sinajana - Beautiful 2-storey, 3BR/2BA, house w/two-car carport, kitchen w/center island stove top & lots of storage space, indoor laundry, & 45 kv full up generator. $2,600 (10-1120) Yigo - Newly renovated 5BR/4BA Excutive Home, Mins away from NCTS & Anderson. This beautiful home has 2 large master bedrooms w/walkin closets & walk around balcony. Roof garden is in the works. $3,400 (10-1026)

Agat - $160K 2bd/1ba #10-1347

San Vitores Terrace Tum $205K 3bd/2ba #10-918

Yigo Home - $260K 3bd/2.5ba #09-3488

Dededo Home - $335K 3bd/2ba #10-835

Yigo - A charming 3BR/2BA home located in a Gated Subdivision in Yigo. Includes Ceramic tiles, refrigerator, stove w/oven, washer, dryer & accordion shutters. Mins away from Air Force Base, Restaurants, Church, & Schools. A must see! Negotiable! $1,950 (10-1123) Mangilao - Newly carpeted split level unit has lots of parking space in a quiet neighborhood. 1st floor is available for rent w/one (1) covered carport. Managed by the owner herself, unit is well maintained & clean in all areas. Laundry hook-up available outside the unit. $1,700 (10-1161)

Asan Home - $429K 4bd/3ba #10-1055

Asan Home - $486K 4bd/3ba #10-1057

Liguan Terrace Ded. East Nandex Ave. NIL Dededo $275K 4bd/2ba #10-1110 $142K 3bd/2ba #10-712

Tamuning - This centrally located,furnished 3BR/2.5BA unit has much to offer w/a walk in closet, back up generator, water filtration system, & water back up. Large living room & separate dinning room. Owner is very negotiable. Sec 8 will be accepted $1,900 (10-1411) Piti - Affordable 2BR/2BA unit. Close to many locations on island, these units are centrally located. Call for a showing today! $650 (10-1221) Agat - Charming 2BD/1BA home nestled in the quiet village of Agat. This home has been remodeled & upgraded. Nice size lot w/a stream in your backyard. Mins from the Naval base & not far from downtown Hagatna. Southern comfort living is waiting for you. Call for an appointment today. $1900 (10-1348)

Vitores Garden Condo Tam. $219K 3bd/2ba #10-691

Perez Acres Yigo $220K 3bd/1.5ba #10-428

Yigo Home $157K 2bd/1ba #10-440

Takano Yigo - $240K 4bd/2.5ba #09-3984

Sinajana - Spacious 2 story home in the heart of Sinajana. 5 mins from Naval Hospital & Hagatna is just down the hill. Home is vacant & ready for occupancy. Call for a showing & make this home yours! $2100 (10-1250) Villa Rosario Condo Dededo - Moments away from desirable destinations you would want to be at. Nice unit w/very affordable price. Seek this & you will find yourself in a good living in this unit. $1000 (10-1359) University Gardens Condo Mangilao - Newly renovated Condo w/security screen door, overlooking the pool. Unit is within walking distance from UOG and GCC. Tenant moves out at the end of May. $600 (10-1154)

Mangilao $263K 3bd/2.5ba #10-358

Perez Acres Yigo $246,500 4bd/2ba #10-338

Tamuning - $1.9M 5bd/5ba #09-3700

Yigo Home $260K 3bd/2ba #09-3488

Piti - Affordable 2BD/2BA in Piti. Close to many locations on island, these units are centrally located. Call for a showing today! $650 (10-1221) Tamuning - Genial 2BD/1BA unit behind GPO in heart of Tamuning. Unit is in the 1st flr w/large master bedroom. It has a covered outside kitchen area in the rear side & 1 covered side carport. Very neat & nice. Sec 8 Lease OK!! $900 (10-1509) Pacific Towers Condo Tamuning - Sec 8 Accepted for this unit, located on the 7th flr w/partial oceanview. Starter unit for family w/kids & centrally located in Tamuning. Unit comes w/water, pool & coin operated laundry facility on the ground floor. 24 Hours security service. $1,254 (10-1209)

Barrigada - $350K 4bd/2.5ba #10-1163

Macheche-Dededo $180K 3bd/2ba #10-1260

Dededo - $188K 4bd/2ba #10-1259

Dededo - $289K 3bd/2ba #10-1505

PIA Marine Condo-Upper Tumon - An excellent unit w/panoramic ocean view & fully furnished. This unit offers a pool, tennis court, exercise room, mail delivery. $1600 (10-1500)

Homes & Condos

Helena Condo-Tamuning - This is a rare find for someone. This centrally located,furnished unit has much to offer w/a walk in closet, back up generator, water filtration system, & water back up. Large living room & separate dinning room. Owner is very negotiable. Sec 8 will be accepted $1900 (10-1411)

Dededo - $320K 4bd/2.5ba #10-1258

Barrigada Hts - $850K 3bd/2ba #06-941

Tamuning - $225,667 3bd/2ba #10-1275

Barrigada - $265K 3bd/2ba #10-33

Yigo - $199K 4bd/2.5ba #09-3799

Kaiser Dededo - $230K 5bd/4ba #10-35

Oceanview Tumon Condos $385K 3bd/2ba #10-1490

Villa I'Sabana Tumon Condo $255K 3bd/2ba #10-1581

San Vitores Court Condo Tumon - Rare penthouse corner unit with fantastic oceanview. Last condo at end of street. 5 min walk to beach, shops, restuarants, Hotels. Open plan Custom Kitchen, Granite Counters, Dishwasher, Microwave, Ice dispenser fridge, remodeled bathrooms w/big tiled stone shower, ceramic tile throughout, mirror closet doors, Typhoon shutters. Cable included. Private granite patio for sunset drinks. $1700 (10-1503) Perez Acre Yigo - This is a newly renovated 4BD/2BA unit w/a fenced open patio in a well established development. Ceramic tiled/wooden flooring, typhoon shutters, upgraded kitchen, appliances & baths, generator hook up, outdoor gas grill, common area amenities: mail delivery, swimming pools, fitness courts, playground, mail delivery, on-site management, security, landscape services and more to enjoy. $2200 (10-1510) Perez Acre Yigo - Nicely upgraded & taken care well unit in this prominent subdiv w/complete amenities. Unit is right next to the pool where you can easily go in & out anytime. One of the best setting within the compound. Seek no further! Lease includes all major appliances, blinds and drapes. See it to believe! $2,450 (10-1493)

From the Experts

The Military Buildup: It’s a Good Time to Buy

have been asked to write again about the current market and what I see in the future as far as the real estate portion of our economy. To be honest I believe everything is still the same. We are in a “holding pattern” waiting for two main things to happen which will determine the future of our real estate market. The first item is Japan’s stand on relocating the air base to the north of Okinawa. If Japan agrees to this (which they previously have all ready done so) or works out some compromise solution with the U. S. government, then this will trigger the relocation to Guam of the Marine troops and support facilities. The second major item is the finalization of the EIS (Environmental Impact Study). The first problem is supposed to be resolved or settled by the end of this month (May) while the second item is supposed to finalized in July or August. So far everything I’ve read or heard seems to indicate both of these items will be resolved favorable and the construction projects could start to go out to bid as soon a September/October of this year. This means that actual construction and

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By Chris Felix spending could start early or mid next year. If all this happens I foresee a tremendous increase in real estate values starting next year and continuing for the next three to five years. The most affected areas I predict will be the residential markets and the industrial market. I expect houses and condominium prices to start rising next year and continue for the next three to five years. Some markets (like mid and upper mid level) will rise faster than others (like lower end and upper/executive ends). This is due to the initial relocation of middle and upper middle managers moving to Guam as part of the construction and support companies starting up their projects here in Guam. After that the lower end and executive level will also increase as the blue color workers and executives start their relocation in two to three years from now. As I mentioned above I also can see the industrial market taking off. As contractors are awarded their contracts they will need warehousing space, yard space and office space. I can see warehouse values and rental rates increasing from next year for at least the next

three to five years. I believe warehouse rental rates will almost double and get back the rates they had in the late 1980’s. This will cause industrial land and warehouse values to rise accordingly. Harmon Field, Barrigada, parts of Tamuning, the port area and sections of Route 3 should initially be affected the most. So what does this mean for you and I? I really believe that if you are considering buying a condo or house to live in or invest in, you should look now. I believe prices are at their lowest, interest rates and financing packages are also at their best. If the relocation happens the markets will tighten up quickly and you may be left behind. Many investors from off island have been buying for the past three to four years (prepositioning themselves) hoping and planning for this increase in values. There is no reason why you and I should not also take advantage of Guam’s unique potential. Of course there are no guarantees, but I have always believed in Guam as one of the best investments for real estate and so far I seem to have been right.

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Profile By Alex Salazar

Community Man

Joe Rios makes helping people his career.

oe Rios has always been fascinated with real estate. Though he spent more than 20 years in ocean transportation,management of computers, operations, sales and customer service, he said that in 1987, he took the real estate license course, passed the exam but never got his license. "About two years ago, Anthony Godwin encouraged me to become an agent. After much consideration, it just felt right all around," he said. "I became a full time Realtor in December 2008. It was an easy transition as my background in shipping helped me build the relationships in the business community with whom I represent today." Rios said his most memorable real estate moment was his first transaction. "It encompassed a series of firsts — first land listing, first contract to represent seller and buyer, first seller financing, first closing. It was an amazing educational process. Helping the family sell property made my family bond stronger. Then making a dream come true for parents to have land for their children to build homes — seeing a mother so excited about it she couldn't sleep and a father so proud to have land he can pass on to his kids was such an experience that I'll never forget." One of his business ideals is continuous improvement. He said, "Early on in my career, learning the techniques of improving processes was so interesting, now it has become a part of daily life. It’s gratifying when you make a process more efficient." Though he loves his job, he said there are challenges in the industry. "Understanding the various components that have an impact on closing the deal. You would think that all transactions are alike but each one is unique in every way," he said. "There was a property sale pending for close to six months because water pipes had to be installed underground and overlapping boundary lines had to be cleared up. It was quite an undertaking to work with the contractor, all the GovGuam agencies, surveyors, as well as the seller and buyer. The knowledge you gain is priceless and it prepares you for future encounters." When he's not working he said, "It’s always cool to buy gadgets and for 'therapy' shopping for clothes does the trick. It’s so fascinating traveling to new places and learning about new cultures. Oh and to sample all the different types of food too. It seems that in my spare time, I spend it on Rotary Club matters which helps others and at the same time I enjoy it so that probably counts as a hobby." One important lesson he learned is that becoming an agent is like starting up a business. "Look before you leap. Spend the time to be aware of the marketing and financing issues associated with launching your new career."

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Rios is active in the local community as a member of the Guam Association of Realtors and the Rotary Club of Northern Guam. He will serve as the 2010 Rotary International Assistant Governor for the Pacific Region. He is also the chair of Team Development for the 2010 Relay for Life, American Cancer Society annual event and serves as a board member with Junior Achievement and previously served with Guam Special Olympics and the Maritime Affairs Committee with the Guam Chamber of Commerce.

Joe Rios REALTOR® Today’s Realty

Education: Bachelor's in accounting from the University of Guam Hobbies: Buying gadgets, shopping for clothes, traveling, eating and getting involved in the community

Cas a Guam has become the reso urce guide for ever ything real estate. Cust ome rs, fam ily, frie nds and colle ague s have spok en abo ut how they use Cas a Guam to search for homes, lear n abo ut the mar ket, DIY tips and promote thei r prop erties.

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Curb Appeal

Useful Mother's Day Gifts Solar Powered Lights

By Elena Lunt

s the time gets closer to Mother's Day, we frantically start thinking of a worthy gift. Flowers and cards are great staple gifts but we always want something more for our mothers - perhaps something unusual, something that will last a while... If your mom has any kind of yard - big or small, consider giving her solar powered lights. Lights might add security and beautify a yard and using solar lights has its advantages. Solar powered lights are easy to install and maintain. They are also safe, energy efficient, durable, and easy to install. Plus, there is a great variety of solar lights on the market today to satisfy any need or taste. Here are some ideas. Your mom might want to line up the walkway to her door with solar path lights. There are so many different types and sizes of path lights, that it is virtually impossible to not find just the right kind. There are even slender ground lights or stepping stones with built in solar lights if she does not want anything above the ground. If there is a pool, pond, or fountain in your mother's yard, floating solar powered lights are a great choice. Powered by the sun, they are safe and are designed specifically to float in water and light up automatically at dusk. If she likes to decorate her garden with gnomes and statues, there are statuary lights that light up at night. As an alternative, she might like to illuminate her existing statues or other special spots of her garden with solar spot lights. Other popular choices are solar lamp posts, solar security lights with motion sensors, and solar string lights. Whether for security or for decoration, solar powered lights will definitely be a worthy and useful present for your mother and serve their purpose for a long time. To explore a variety of solar light choices you may visit www.YourSolarLights.com, a company of Greebie, LLC - better products for better life. 24 CasaGuam May 2010

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H o w To D . I . Y.

Set the Mood with Light Dimmers

By Mark Burke

eeling romantic? Working on your budget? Different activities can be greatly affected by the amount of light in the room. Soft light sets a more relaxed, comfortable feel, brighter lighting is better for reading and normal use. Rather than buy a lot of lights to use for each situation, how about installing a dimmer switch? Dimmer switches provide a fun, easy and cost effective way to control your lighting (dimmed lights use less power). Dimmers are easy to install and you can do it in less than thirty minutes, (ten if you’re a hard core DIYer). Dimmers come in four major styles; Rotating knob, touch pad, slide and combination light switch/dimmer slide. Some folks get nervous when working around electrical wires. That’s good! It is important to always turn off the power before working with these types of items. You can do that by switching off the breaker or pulling the fuse for the circuit you are working on. It can be found in your main electrical panel box. Now that you’ve taken care of the safety concerns, let’s install that dimmer switch! What you’ll need: • Wire nuts • Dimmer switch and • Dimmer switch plate And, of course, you’ll need some simple tools, • Wire Strippers • Wire Cutters • Screwdriver Now we’re ready to start!

1. Remove the old switch plate (cover) by unscrewing the two screws.

2. Remove the old switch by unscrewing the screws on the top and bottom of the switch. Now you can pull the old switch assembly out of the box 3. Disconnect the wires from to the old switch. (I like to keep the old switch, you never know when youʼll need it!)

4. Use a wire cutter to trim the wires just below the plastic insulation then strip off about 3/8 in. of the insulation. You now have a clean piece of wire, ready to connect to your dimmer swtich. If your dimmer switch comes with wires pre-attached, strip those wires, too.

5. Connect one of the black wires in the box to one from the dimmer switch by placing the bare wires next to each other. Then twist on a wire nut. Make sure that the bare wires are completely covered by the wire nut, itʼs also a good idea to wrap some electrical tape around the wire nut to make sure it doesnʼt come lose. Do the same for the other wires. Make sure you match the “hot”, (black), and “neutral“, (white) wires Finish by connecting the ground wires.

Prepare the New Switch

Connect the wires

6. Now, the hard part, (not really), getting all those wires back in the box. Bend the wires so that they fold neatly into the box then position the switch. Use the screwdriver to secure the switch into the box.

7. Install the dimmer switch plate cover.

8. Turn on the power and test your switch! If it doesnʼt work, turn off the breaker and recheck your wiring.

Now that everything works surprise your spouse with a romantic dinner!

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Classifieds Commercial Sales Harmon Harmon Industrial M-1 Zone ? Acre Fenced Lot $280000 or Best offer. MUST SELL! Ideal forWarehse/Office PLUS PreConstructed / Unfinished Slab Call/Lv Msg 632-1200

Commercial Rentals

Dededo

Piti

Dededo Villa Rosario Condominium 3bd 2 Ba Good location ! Furnished Ref/ Oven & Washer & Dryer. Great Airconditioning System! Besides Swimming Pool. LV MSG 632-1200

Nimitz Estates - large yard/ lot 4bd/2ba, good neighborhood, nice yard, asking $380K Call 637-7165/688-0887/689-7700

Dededo Villa Rosario Condo 3bd 2ba w/ Pool/AC/Ref/Ovn/Park For Sale LvMsg 988-3592

Holiday Towers: Come home to a gorgeous ocean and city views from this 3 bedroom 2 bath unit. Imagine being only minutes away from shopping and dining. $ 375k. Call LOU 483-1384

Hagatna Building has lots of potential, located on Marine Drive. Second floor is a 4 unit apartment apartment. $1500/m. Call DEL 727-7380

Dededo Ground floor Available! Corner of Route 16 & Harmon Loop Road! Located at the ParaOceana Business Center. Spaces available for your business today! Call DEE 727-3777

Dededo Fixer Upper:Home on more than 1.25 Acre Lot and can be subdivided in to 2 lots. Includes complete floor plan for a huge 5bd/3 ba.$225K Call TRINI 687-8340 LAS PALMAS I â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Townhouse 3bd/2.5ba excellent cond, pool, security, tennis $200,000 Call 637-7165 / 688-0887 /689-7700 Villa Rosario Condo 3bd/2ba, pool, security, clean newly, renovated $155,000 or $1300/month-rent Call 637-7165 / 688-0887 /689-7700

Tamuning Malojloj Warehouse spaces available for lease! 2,000sqf @ $1500/m, 4800sqf @$3,300/m Call FRANK 727-0177 UIU Building 1000sqft, very nice office. $1143 + com/month Call 637-7165 / 688-0887 /689-7700 Golden Motel Tamuning :Well maintained & established motel near shopping mall & businesses, 26 rooms. Includes free simple land/improvement, equipment & generator.$1.68M Call CHRISTINA 888-8626

Residential Sales Agana Agana Oceanview : Spacious 3bd/2ba unit. High ceilings add to the spacious feeling! Also for rent @ $1700/mo. Land is Leasehold $189K Call LOUISA 727-8400

Agana Heights Agana Heights Condo. Studio and 1 bedroom units, power/water/basic cable/security included. $38K - $72K $zero DOWN. Call FRANK 727-0177

Chalan Pago $78,000-1 Br/ 1Ba Nice for 1st timers May buy w/no $ down! Also good for investors â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Has excel tenant! Apuseto Gdns-Pools-Mail Delivery! Call to see or information 646-7616 Horizon Properties, Inc. 777-7792 30 CasaGuam May 2010

3br/2.5, 1746sqf living space, 1200sqm lot, built 1993. $300K. Call FRANK 864-9531

Yigo

Sinajana

Tamuning Alupang Beach Tower. Exclusive Ocean Front Condo in the heart of Tamuning! Amenities; swimming pool, secured entry, full backup generator $ 395K Call MIHO 687-7198 MLS # 08-281 Daiichi Condo 1st Floor 3BR Fee $138,000. Call 637-7165 / 688-0887 / 689-7700 Tamuning home; great price in private location. It has everything that you need such as generator, solid wooden door, stainless steel security door, water pump & softener. $289k or $1700/m Call JAMES 482-0498

Mangilao

Great location 3bd/2ba. old vandalized house R2, 929sqm AS IS $297,000 or MAKE OFFER. Call 637-7165 / 688-0887 /689-7700

Mangilao Green Park Condo 2 BR/1 BA W/ Appliances, Pool, Central AC, Ceiling Fans, Assigned Parking, Balcony Near UOG & Nimitz Golf Course - Central location Between Navy Base & AAFB Military approved Call 734-4427

Daiichi Condo: Unit is in a central location and in excellent condition. The complex has just been painted and is very well maintained. $140,000. Call TONI 687-8714

Latte Plantation 4br. 2 ba on 1,858 sq.M Lot, fenced 3 sides, undergoing full renovation. $245K Titan Realty 479-4663, Franklin 727-2891

Blue Pacific Lattice. Large 3bd/2ba excellent condition, oceanview. $395K or make offer. Call 637-7165 / 688-0887 / 689-7700

Tamuning: Comfort seaside living, unwind in the serenity of your living room with a beautiful view, pool & bbq. Security to put you at ease and central to shopping and entertainment. $239K. Call DOROTHY 482-3881

Yigo House 3bd2ba Near Marine Drive For Sale Lv Msg 988-3592 New 2br/2ba $1,300 to $1,700/month. Call 637-7165 / 688-0887 / 689-7700 2 Yigo Homes: Investment Oppportunity! Two homes on one lot. Rent out both or live in one and rent the other out. $350K Call LOUISA 727-8400 Yigo Save $25,000-$50,000 Perez Acres 3/2 compare! Nice & Clean! Located minutes from AAFB. Secured entry. 2 Pools/Cabanas/BBQ/Mail Deliv./Cover Pkg & more Asking $199,000. Call Horizon Properties, Inc. 646-7616

Yona 929+/- sq.M corner lot, $5K down, owner finance, Asking $40K Let's negotiate! Titan Realty 479-4663, Franklin 727-2891 Beautiful brand new 4bed/3ba executive home, minutes away from Talofofo Golf Course. Home has custom kitchen with granite countertops, Jacuzzi Tub, enclosed garage, generator ready and much more. $651k Call VIC 483-7518

Looking to Purchase Buying in Dededo / Barrigada / Mangilao 3bd House Needed for First-Time Homebuyer Lv Msge 632-1200

Residential Rentals Anigua

Merizo Nice home that needs a little TLC. Owner financing available. Oceanview, 909sqm lot. $99,000. Call PAT - 727-4728

Mongmong-Toto-Maite

First floor unit is across GPO Theaters and near Cost U Less in Tamuning.Two assigned parking. Property is fully fenced with swimming pool. Well maintained complex. Sale on AS IS BASIS. Tenant needs appointment to show. $205,000 Call 637-7165 / 688-0887 /689-7700

Just newly renovated 2bd/1ba, worth a look! Close to Navy, comfort all around, close to conveniences and beaches, come relax and unwind. $1,200/month. Call DOROTHY - 482-3881

Barrigada

Tumon

Great 3bd/2ba home close to Agana and conveniently located. Waiting for the perfect owner. Fully fenced, secured gate. Definitely worth your time! $230K Call DOROTHY 482-3881

Tumon View Ph2 Back of DFS 2Bd Loc Back of DFS For Sale Lv Msg 9883592

House is very well maintained one of a kind find! Garden boasts a variety of plants & fruit trees, ample yard space. Close to Hagatna, shopping, schools. $298K Call DOROTHY 482-3881.

TUMON BEL AIR BRAND NEW TOWNHOUSE Gated, Very good location,Across driving range. 3 bed room / 2.5 bath $ 2500 CALL 898-1687

Prestigious executive home in a Barrigada Heights with spectacular view of pacific ocean. Custom built with beautiful marble floor and wood fixture, Corian counter top kitchen with all matching Maytag appliances,TV room with built in shelve. Swimming pool, 100% back up generator, back up water tank etc.. $4000/m Call MIHO at 687-7198 MLS # 09-1590

Classifieds Besta Market area, large 4BR/3.5ba on fenced half-acre asking $2,200/month. Call 637-7165 / 688-0887 / 689-7700 2 bd/1ba with yard, including water $ 750/m Sec 8 ok Call 637-7165 / 6880887 /689-7700 Large 2bd/1ba tri-plex. First floor yard including water $ 800/m Sec 8 ok Call 637-7165 / 688-0887 /689-7700

Dededo 1 Bd/ 2 Bd/ 3Bd Good location! Near school, church, market. Nice neighborhood. Furnished with refrigerator and stove. Military & Sec 8 OK. Lv Msg at 632-1200 Dededo Villa Rosario Condominium 3bd 2 Ba Good location ! Furnished Ref/ Oven & Washer & Dryer. Great Airconditioning System! Besides Swimming Pool. LV MSG 632-1200 NCS - For LEASE: 3 Bedrm. 2 bath Home w 3 carport , typhoon shutters 1/2 acre yard 10 minutes to AAFES 10 min. to NCS Titan Realty Franklin 727-2891. 1 Bd w/ Ref / Oven/ Typhoon Shutters Good location Walking Distance to church, schools Payless & flea market. Sec 8 / Mil OK Call / Lv Msg at 988-3592 DEDEDO: 1bd/ 1ba across Circle Park, Nr Church, Schools & MallsCall/Lv Msg Ph:988-3592; Welcome Sec 8 / Military Las Palmas Ph III 3bd/2.5ba + 2 dens excellent condition, sec., pool $1,700 Call 637-7165 / 688-0887 /689-7700 Large Apartment 2bd/2ba w&d, shutters, nice, near schools sec 8 ok $800 - $830 Call 637-7165 / 688-0887 /689-7700 Villa Rosario â&#x20AC;&#x201C; First Floor, Large unit 3bd/ 2ba patio leading to large yard, complete renovation like brand new, walk-in closet, pool, security $1,500/month. Call 637-7165 / 688-0887/689-7700

Harmon SABANA PLAZA Large 3bd/2ba Condo,2nd floor, very clean fully furnished $1,300 Call 637-7165/688-0887/689-7700

Mongmong-Toto-Maite Maite - Large 2bd/1ba very clean near Townhouse $800/m Sec 8 OK Call 637-7165 / 688-0887 /689-7700

For rent, large 1bd/ba power and water included. Sec 8 ok, military welcome. Call 477-1014 or 482- 0802

Mangilao Mangilao Green Park Condo 2 BR/1 BA W/ Appliances, Pool, Central AC, Ceiling Fans, Assigned Parking, Balcony Near UOG & Nimitz Golf Course - Central location Between Navy Base & AAFB $850 monthly Call 734-4427 Villa De Oro: This 3bed/2ba comes with two parking stalls and is in good condition,just minutes away from the grocery store, schools, gas stations and much more. $1,300/m. Call KAMAKA 689-2553

Piti 2br/1ba apt. close to port, NavSta, Polaris, store, church, park, and beach! Ocean Breeze Apts $600. Call 649-8265 or 888-7447

Talofofo IPAN House for rent, 2 storey 5 bed/3bath plus family room. A/C every room, gas stove, refrigerator, h2o heater. Please call BEN / ANNE 482-6592 / 734-8272 / 472-6134

Tamuning Great Location near the Sheraton Hotel and Oka Towers. Laundry inside, Nice size kitchen with lots of cabinets. Marble in bathrooms, nice high ceilings and central a/c unit. All windows have accordion typhoon shutters, 2 car parking and security door entry. Live close to beaches and across from a new executive subdivision.$ 1700/m. Call DEANNA -688-2855 Beverly Palm, large 3bd/2.5 ba + den. You will enjoy living is this convienently located complex off Ypao Rd in Tamuning. This spacious unit also includes a separate den/family room next to master suite. Extra high ceilings in living/dining area..plus a nice upgraded kitchen. Amenities..huge balcony(length of complex),mail box and pool. BASIC CABLE TV INCLUDED. $1,900/m Call 637-7165 /688-0887 /689-7700

Tumon

Inarajan

Tumon Lane Pia Marine Ocean view unit on the 6th floor. Fully furnished. Also includes TV, microwave oven, pots, pans, dishes, utensils. Conveniently located right off the elevator. Amenities: pool, tennis courts, convenient store, exercise room, mail delivery, Back up generator. Asking $ 2000/m Call MIHO 687-7198 MLS # 08-3675

Inarajan land for sale: 5278sqm. Beautiful Inarajan land formerly used as a tree farm. $110,000. NEGOTIABLE! Call PAT 727-4728

Tumon Heights Court Spacious 3BR 2BA condo in the heart of Tamuning. Close to school, shopping, minutes away from Tumon Bay. Includes basic cable TV. Asking $1,900/month Price is negotiable! Call MIHO 687-7198 MLS # 10-1014 Blue Lattice: Enjoy all the amenities this complex offers such as pool, security, mail delivery, back up power and water, to name a few. Walking distance to Beaches will have you wanting to stay on Guam longer. $1,800/m. Call DEANNA 688-2855 Tecio Condo: Enjoy a comfortable and quality condo with Ocean View in this 3 bedroom 2 bath 4th floor unit. All Ceramic Tile floors, new paint and upgraded kitchen make this place sparkle. New stacked washer/dryer, new stove, new refrigerator Full backup water and generator, security door entry, pool and more. Call for your showing appointment. $2,250/m. Call DEANNA -688-2855

Piti Piti Land: This is an excellent road frontage property w/high visibility for any business, most especially w/the build-up by the military just around the corner.$500K Call NERI 727-3325

Tamuning Affordable R2 zoned property in the heart of Tamuning. Adjacent Lot 2149-8NEWR1 (2,909 SM) MLS#00-1089 also available for sale. Asking $276,500 Call MIHO 687-7198 MLS #10-1443

Yigo

Over an acre of M1 zoned land in a secluded & safe spot within Harmon Industrial Park. At about 50 cents per square meter, it won't last very long. FOR RENT $3K Call DANIEL 687-5115

Brand new 4bd/3ba units. Great neighborhood, professional lanscaped. Mins from AAFB. Several to choose from. Great family atmosphere. $2600/month. Call PAT 727-4728.

Build your dream home on this one of kind subdivision, with many amenities including a park, swimming pool, tennis court, secured entry and much more. $500k. Call ROWENA - 777-4317

Land For Sale

Yigo

Barrigada BARRIGADA - 1,119 sq.M, Rt 16 pan handle Commercial Zone LOT w/ 3br.1ba. Home.$186,000.Titan Realty, 479-4663 Franklin C) 727-2891

Chalan Pago Tumon Height Court - Very nice unit on the first floor of this well maintained condonimum complex off Ypao Road near Royal Gdn and SDA Clinic. Comes with two open assigned parking and use of pool. $1350/month Call 637-7165 / 688-0887 /689-7700

Get the last parcel available in this sub-division. It has it's own private driveway & it's location puts it out of view of regular traffic. This property is a 10 min walk to the beach.$65K Call NERI 727-3325

Chalan Pago Land: Investor/Developer special. Centrally located fronting Rt4 1.75+ acres commerical land. Rental income $3,000/mo. Motivated seller.$1.1M Call CHRISTINA 888-8626

Development property. Developer alert. Perfect for subdivision. Panoramic views. Rt 15 frontage 1 mile south of AAFB back gate. 53,830sqm. $35/sqm Call PAT 727-4728

Yona Land for sale: 104,688sqm. Slight sloping terrain. View of Mangilao & Pago Bay. Water and power within the vicinity. $14.33/sqm Call FRANK 864-9531 CasaGuam.com 31

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Message from the Executive Officer By Peggy Araullo Llagas

REALTORS® Remain Leading Advocates of Fair Housing

igned into law in 1968 and amended in 1988, the Fair Housing Act prohibits housing discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status and national origin. Realtors® work tirelessly to support

this law, as well as ensure the benefits of homeownership are available to everyone. The Guam Association of REALTORS® President, Christopher Felix, supports the National Association of Realtors® President Vicki Cox Golder in her claim that “Realtors® are committed to bringing America home; working hard to build communities and an environment where everyone, regardless of race, color, religion, sex or disability can choose where they want to live.” As Guam becomes more diverse, homeownership becomes a focus amongst immigrants. REALTORS® can help buyers of any cultural background achieve the American dream of homeownership. Having the niche to work effectively with diverse populations can help build business success in today's multicultural real estate market. So how can you avoid making the mistake of violating the Fair Housing Act? In most cases, discrimination takes place unintentionally. Sometimes agents carry unconscious assumptions that affect how they interact with clients. This can be corrected by changing ones mindset and learning how to value diversity itself. Exposure to diversity contributes to greater tolerance, fairmindedness and broadens people’s ability for interaction. Ask if your agent is a REALTOR®, a member of the Guam Association of REALTORS®, a real estate professional who welcomes and understands the increasingly diverse community of Guam. 32 CasaGuam May 2010