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CONTENTS

Message From GAR

Departments 4

Market Report Overall Sales Volume Up from 2010

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Feature Home Sweet Home

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Guam Association Of Realtors® Helps More People Become

November 2011 • Vol. 4 • No. 11 Homeowners.

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On the Cover All the Comforts of Condo Living Our Environment Be A Greasbuster! Don’t Pour Grease Down the Drain

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Profile Shaylynn Allen Born to Sell

P.O. Box 24881 Barrigada, GU 96921 Tel: (671) 472-3495 | Fax: (671) 472-3498 email: office@yellowpagesink.com

|Publisher| |Business Sales Manager| Jay-R S. Dominguez

|Display Advertising| Darrell T. Pereda John Mendiola Vince Cruz Doris Pangelinan Emily Untalan

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From the Experts You Can Do It Realtors Can Help Contractor’s Corner Highlight on: Keum Yang Corp

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Who Ya Gonna Call?

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Classifieds

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Closing Guam Association of Realtors® Thank You!

|Production Manager| Mark S. Burke

|Graphics & Layout| Mark S. Burke Edwin Valencia

|Editorial Contributors| Faye Varias Creative Services Anthony Godwin W. Nicholas Captain Peggy Araullo Llagas Shaina Santos Angela Rosario Dennis Couzijn Cover Photo: Mark S. Burke CasaGuam is Published by:

Message from the President By Anthony R. Godwin e-pro®, CRS®, ABR®, ASP®, AHWD®, REALTOR®

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ear Readers For the past few months members of the Guam Association of REALTORS® have been preparing for an event that will take place just a few days before this publication hits the news stands. The goal of this event is to connect all the resources that can make home ownership happen with the work force housing segment of our population as well as others interested in home ownership. Typically the members of the work force housing segment, such as teachers, firemen, police officers, hospitality workers, heath care workers, live further away from their places of employment due to typical higher housing costs within the areas they work. Event participants will be introduced to financing programs, down payment sources and other means to make home ownership a reality by members of US Rural Housing, Guam Bankers Association, Micronesia Self Help Housing Corporation, Guam Housing Corporation, US Housing & Urban Development, and the Guam Housing &Urban Renewal Authority. Members of the Guam Association of REALTORS will be on hand to introduce properties to prospective buyers that, combined with the various financing programs, bring more affordable options to the prospective home buyers. In case you might have missed this event you can also check out the Guam housing opportunity website at www.guamhousingprograms.com. You will find valuable information about the various programs that were presented as well as links to the participating organizations. Funding for this awesome two day event and the website was made possible through the $50,000 Ira Gribin grant awarded to the Guam Association of REALTORS by the National Association of REALTORS. This month we will also celebrate Thanksgiving. Let us all give thanks to the Lord for our many blessings this year. Let us celebrate family, good heath and home ownership for all. Anthony

GUAM ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® The Voice for Real Estate on Guam Suite 236A Julale Center 424 West O'Brien Drive, Hagatna, Guam 96910 Office: (671) 477-4271 • Fax: (671) 477-4275

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MLS 11-3487 Dededo - $750/mo 2Br/ Ba water included.

MLS 11-4059 Dededo - $2,000/mo Large open dining & living, upgraded Kitchen 5Br/2Ba

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MLS 11-4027 Yigo - $1,500/mo Nice Neighborhood, Sec. 8 Okay, 3Br/2Ba

MLS 11-4019 Dededo - $1,500/mo Outstanding Location near Micro Mall 4Br/2Ba

MLS 11-3825 MLS 11-3876 Dededo - $194,000 Mangilao - $220,000 4Br/2Ba road frontage Renovated, Quiet Neighborhood 3Br/2Ba

MLS 11-4060 Dededo - $1,900/mo Good Condition 4Br/2Ba, Near Micro Mall

MLS 11-2213 Dededo - $1,900/mo Renovated 4Br/2Ba on Ysengsong Rd.

MLS 11-1737 Dededo - $260,000 3Br/2Ba w/ 2br 1ba concrete extension

MLS 11-1678 Dededo - $296,000 Lots of Extras, Paradise Estates 3Br/2Ba

MLS 11-3366 Yigo - $105,000 2,218 sq.m.lot behind Trinity school

MLS 11-3702 Tamuning - $550,000 6 units apartment, fully occupied

MLS 11-1220 Dededo - $950,000 3 concrete com'l bldg. 4,686 sq.m lot

MLS 11-3912 Yigo - $2,500,000 12 units com'l bldg. 4,835 sq.m. lot

MLS 11-3366 MLS 11-1175 Talofofo - $110,000 Yigo - $110,000 Paved/power/water near AAFB, Rosita Ln 3,079 sq.m. partial ocean view

MLS 11-3388 Yigo - $130,000 950 sq.m. along Gayinero Rd.

MLS 11-2114 Dededo - $180,000 2,000 sq.m. overlooking Tumon

Yigo- $220K Two story 3BR 2BA in a quiet neighborhood


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Christina’s Deals of the Month! TAMUNING - $1.6M Golden Motel 26 Rooms, Fee simple land improvements, equipment and generator.

TAMUNING - $9,000/mo 2 Storey Comm. Bldg.

YIGO - $360K

Over 30,000 sq ft, fee simple, negotiable Motivated seller.

BRAND NEW 3br/2.5ba fully fenced and gated, double garage, laundry room, custom made kitchen cabinet and corian counter top. Master bath has jacuzzi tub and standing shower. Close to AAFB, 1071 sq M.

Call Christina!

MLS#10-4002

CHALAN PAGO - $235K or Rent $1,300/mo Central location. Cozy 3 bedroom, 2bath home.

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By Nick Captain

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Overall Year to Date Sales Volume Up 28 Percent From 2010 Guam Median Housing Price Hits New Record

ctivity Update – Overall year to date real estate sales activity on Guam reached over $165 million and increased by 28 percent compared with the first half of 2010. The second quarter of 2011 reflected yet another median price record for a Guam single family house at $268,000, up a remarkable 26 percent from the same period in 2010. The median price increase reflects a combination of more new homes sold, plus a rebound of activity in the high end residential sector. Second quarter single family housing unit sales reached over 150 units and reflected a sharp increase of 31 percent from the first quarter. In the condominium sector, the median price reflected $142,000 during the second quarter of 2011, up 19 percent from the year earlier period. The overall increase in mid-year sales activity occurred despite the sharp 37 percent decline in quarterly sales volume during the second quarter, due primarily to a dearth of high priced deals. The Guam real estate market reflected islandwide sales volume at around $20 million per month during the second quarter of 2011, roughly the same transaction volume during the year earlier period. Major transaction activity was minimal during the past quarter with only one sale priced over $2.0 million during the entire three month period, highlighting extremely weak foreign investment activity. Although 2011 second quarter figures reflected only 40 percent of the peak $160 million achieved during the second quarter of 2007, sales remain roughly double the second quarter sales volume reflected during the four year period from 2000 to 2003. The impact of negative weak foreign investment reversed the three year trend of second quarter sales volume growth. Except for the market bottom in the first quarter of 2009, the latest period reflected the second weakest quarterly sales volume in five years. Single family housing sales have been remarkably stable with between 140 and 160 units sold quarterly, relatively consistent since mid-2003. During the second quarter, nine single family houses sold at prices above $500,000 and five condominium units sold at prices above $300,000, as the high end residential sector continues to recover from recent lows. Notably, recent land sales reflected strong unit rate prices with an Agana site achieving nearly $500 per square meter, a recent record for land outside of Tumon. There were land sales along Marine Drive, Ypao Road and even Tumon Heights Road that reflected unit rates above $300 per square meter during the second quarter of 2011. Overall, Guam’s real estate market through the first half of 2011 remains in recovery from the anemic market conditions reflected following the financial market meltdown in 2008. The second quarter of 2011 reflected growth in several important sectors including single family dwellings sold. Although a lack of foreign investment contributed to second quarter sales volume shrinkage of 37 percent, year to date sales reflect 28 percent growth compared to 2010. Captain Real Estate expects to see a continuation of this volatile cyclical

activity in the near term as lenders struggle to find buyers that qualify with stricter requirements, foreign investors remain skittish, and mixed signals continue to dominate the proposed military build-up. Although market conditions remain tenuous, we haven’t witnessed any type of mass market exodus or explosion of foreclosure activity that caused prices to collapse in the early 2000s. Properties priced at market levels continue to sell, as evidenced by the recent Tamuning Industrial Park transaction and the growing number of high end residential sales. Sellers looking at 2007 and 2008 as price indicators may be challenged to move real estate in the near term, although the recent commencement of Mamizu funded military build-up activity, low interest rates and an extremely weak U.S. dollar lend favorably toward more optimistic projections, as well as the eventual return of foreign investment. While the short term outlook is generally weak, investors appear focused on potential mid and long term growth associated with the build-up.

**The recent Captain newsletter included third quarter 2011 foreclosure-related sale prices at Talo Verde, Guam's premier residential subdivision. Some readers assumed that these prices reflected open market sales, which they did not. Department of Land Management records reflect prior 2011 Talo Verde sales at prices from $600,000 to $850,000, and prior year sales from $670,000 to $876,000. 4 CasaGuam November 2011


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Bring this ad to your first visit and get a free gift from your FHP family. Promo Code: CAS09/2011 Offer valid for new pediatric patients only. Only one original ad can be redeemed per family. Photocopies are considered invalid and will not be accepted. Offer expires on September 30, 2011.

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In Our Community

Highlights from the 2011 Guam Association of REALTORS速 Housing Expo

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In Our Community

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Feature

To some, homeownership may seem like a foreign concept that isn’t financially achievable. But thanks to the Ira Gribin Workforce Housing Grant, the Guam Association of REALTORSŽ is in a position to help more people become homeowners.

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Feature

Home Sweet Home! The Guam Association Of Realtors® Helps More People Become Homeowners. By Faye Varias With this grant, the Guam Association of REALTORS® (GAR) has created the Workforce Housing Opportunities program, which aims to provide education for consumers and REALTORS®, start a public awareness campaign to inform residents about programs available to them, as well as create a Web site to which people can refer anytime. “This program is instrumental to helping people in Guam achieve the dream of homeownership,” says Peggy Llagas, executive officer of the Guam Association of REALTORS®. “It aims to show that you don’t need to be wealthy with a lot of disposable income in order to own a home.” GAR’S Workforce Housing Opportunities program includes education and outreach for REALTORS, homebuyers, and the general public. Under this program GAR will assist Habitat for Humanity of Guam (HFHG) home recipients by donating $5,000.00 each for two families selected by HFHG; host a 2-day REALTOR® mini-housing forum to provide REALTORS® with information they need to effectively communicate the affordable workforce housing resources available on Guam to potential homebuyers; feature industry-related experts in a public seminar targeting workforce and first-time homebuyers and develop a Web site targeted for at that same audience. The mini-housing forum took place last month at the Hyatt Regency Guam. Various key players in the housing industry were present to speak about the numerous programs available for the public to learn about and utilize. For those who were unable to attend the forum, information can be found on the new Web site at www.guamhousingprograms.org or by contacting GAR at 477-4271. Partnering with Habitat for Humanity of Guam On a small island with a civilian population of about 150,000, people tend to take care of each other and their neighbors.

GAR’s partner, HFHG, often spearheads such activity through a project called “Building Affordable Housing.” The program’s mission is to provide simple, decent, and affordable homes in partnership with the family in need, who cannot otherwise afford to purchase their own home. For the first of the two homes to which GAR is contributing, HFHG has land in the village of Yigo, with a family designated for the house and a likely groundbreaking in the spring of 2011. Unlike many of the Habitat for Humanity programs on the U.S. mainland, where volunteers do much of the work, HFHG must use contractors to build a structure that is typhoon and earthquake resistant in addition to being affordable. Once the structure is in place, volunteers – including GAR members and their families – can complete the home. GAR will present the $5,000 check for each of the two homes at the groundbreaking ceremony, where it expects to have many REALTORS® in attendance. REALTOR® Involvement By Guam’s very nature, REALTORS® are well-integrated into the community. They are extremely enthusiastic about the upcoming workforce housing projects, as illustrated by a testimonial from GAR President Anthony Godwin. Godwin writes, “We are all so passionate about this. I was 23 years old when I purchased my first condo. It was close by the place I worked. I never would have imagined I could have done this until a REALTOR® approached me and showed me how. More than ever, NOW is a great time to return to our roots and show folks that there are opportunities for home ownership out there and the means to make it happen.” With the upcoming REALTOR® educational opportunities for workforce housing and the excitement generated by GAR’s leadership, Guam’s REALTORS® have excellent opportunities to grow their businesses and serve their community by promoting workforce housing.

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On The Cover

e Best of Everything Oka Towers, Unit 905 Take advantage of this rare opportunity to have the best of everything in this “to-die-for”, spectacular 3 bedroom, 2 bath Condominium. This unit has been completely renovated, re-tiled and re-painted, Improvements include new and custom designed kitchen cabinetry, one-piece Madera Gold granite countertops and new, "top-of-the-line", Stainless-Steel, energy efficient LG appliances. The Bathrooms have been completely re-done with new tile, fixtures, custom cabinets with one-piece Madera Gold granite vanity tops and under mounted sinks. 4 brand new energy efficient A/C units. Then let’s talk about the breathtaking ocean view! Relax on the balcony, breathe the fresh ocean air! Entertaining is perfect here!

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Our Environment

BE A GREASEBUSTER AND HELP KEEP OUR ISLAND GREEN & CLEAN By GRESCO e all know we’re not supposed to pour used cooking oil, bacon fat, or other grease products down the drain, but we do it anyway. And GRESCO knows it happens anyway because we are often called to open kitchen drains when they get clogged, and remove globs and globs of solidified cooking grease. We recently replaced some kitchen pipes for a remodeling project and peered through a section of drainpipe after it was removed. A layer of solidified oils and fats had reduced the width of the pipe to only 3/4 of an inch. It was only a matter of time before a small piece of food lodged itself in the grease and caused a clog! Even if you run lots of hot water and soap down the drain while pouring the oil, it’s still going to collect on the pipe walls and turn into a sludge that is hard to remove from your pipesoften requiring high-pressure water jetting. But if we’re not supposed to pour greasy and oily substances down our drains, then what do we do with them? Here’s what you can do: Keep a sealable container like a peanut butter jar or pickle jar (either glass or plastic if you’re afraid glass will break) near your sink, and after the oil has cooled enough (especially if you’re using a plastic bottleyou don’t want to melt the plastic), carefully pour

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the grease into the jar. When the jar is full you can throw it in the garbage if it’s small, or drop it off at any one of GRESCO’s locations.* You can also use the grease in a compost heap if you have one, or take it to our local landfill. Contact Guam Waterworks Authority or Guam EPA for more information on how to properly dispose of used cooking oil and grease. During the Great Depression, families would often re-use their cooking oil several times before discarding it; and during WWII, families used to save their bacon fat in jars and donate them to the war effortwhere factories would use the fat to create glycerin for explosives. Today, you can still use your cooking oil more than once if it was lightly used and you strain it through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth. GRESCO has developed a recycling program and drop-off points for used cooking oil to be safely disposed of and recycled as fuel. Each household is allowed to drop off up to five gallons of used cooking oil per month; free of large food particles (bones, solid fat particles, etc) and other debris such as paper, plastics, and Styrofoam, at any of our several locations throughout the island. Be a GREASEBUSTER and help keep our island green and clean.

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Mongmong Toto-Maite $1,250/mo

MLS# 11-3929

Tamuning $2,000/mo

This popular Gated Condominium in A Quiet Centralized Location. Close to Airport, Hagatna Shopping Center and Restaraunts.

MLS# 11-3023

Alupang Cove is your beachfront home. Ocean view, pool, partial back up generator and more. The 2 bd, 2 bath unit is tiled and has some upgrades. You will love what you see.

Deanna Palmer

Ki Myong Song 929-5398 ksong@remaxguam.com

Agat $228K Brand New house in Agat 3bedroom and 2bathroom.

MLS# 11-2811

This 3 bedroom 2 bath home is fenced and gated; Inside laundry, Stainless appliances, pitched roof ceiling and open floor plan give you the feel you want. All ceramic tile and newly painted AND split a/c units.

Buena Vista Estates Brand New Subdivision with majestic Valley Views....11 Lots to choose from. Build your estate home in a wonderful green!

Impressive Brand New 3BR / 3BA home Exquisitely done & tastefully laid out.. You don't want to miss this wonderful opportunity YOU will love it!

Talofofo $315K Newly built 3BR / 2.5BA home offers both curb appeal and fine finishings! This is the home you've been looking for!

Liz Duenas

Patricia Feore

Associate Broker

REALTOR®

687-0911

lduenas@remaxguam.com

688-6989

pfeore@remaxguam.com www.guamrealestatedeals.com

797-2109 icruz@remaxguam.com

MLS# 10-4251

Dededo $1.2M

Yigo $50K

Two acres of prime commercial land fronting Rt 3 towards NCS. Left corner as you turn into the entrance of Okudu High school. Owner negotiable.

Great corner lot in quiet neighborhood. Build your home here! Power and water close by.

Ordot Chalan Pago $40K Lot located in quiet neighborhood. Homes nearby. Buyer to verify all info. Owners are negotiable.

MLS# 11-573

Make this tropical retreat your home. 3-bedroom with family room. Landscaped. Upgraded kitchen and living room. Motivated sellers.

MLS# 11-3301

Yigo $1,900/mo

Dededo

Well kept 3bed/2bath home $900/mo Perez Acres 3bd unit. in the heart of Santa Rita. Secured neighborhood with a Convenient commercial space Lots of living space with a in a prime location fronting pool, barbecue area, large fenced yard! Rte. 16! tennis/basketball court, are just a few amenities!

MLS# 11-3932

Gina Campos 687-8885 Assoicate Broker

gcampos@remaxguam.com

MLS# 11-2009

Tumon $62K

Kim Kardashian would totally invest in this home. Income producing, at $2200/mo and nicely upgraded NEW Granite countertops, newly painted too! Set up an appointment to see this house today!

MLS# 11-3524

727-5633

Nicole Sablan 988-6865

Be an instant 'investor!' and start earning a positive income from this property. Tenant (on a month-tomonth lease) is NOT in any hurry to move. Monthly rent received $775/mo., fully furnished with power and basic cable included. Estimated net rent of $625. Wonderfully centrally located. Great common area amenities. Check out the pool and cabana facilites.

MLS# 11-3092

Mangilao $900/mo

REALTOR®

REALTOR®

Ordot-Chalan Pago $60K

jodeeduenas@remaxguam.com For more information and pictures go to

www.showmeguam.com

Apusento Gardens - The most spacious 2-bedroom condo you’ll find so close to Hagatna. And with 2 bathrooms! Very popular with professionals.

Barrigada $305K

MLS# 11-3903

Santa Rita $185K

Dededo $245K

Jodee Duenas

Chalan Pago $800/mo

MLS# 11-3486

MLS# 11-3952

MLS# 11-775

REALTOR®

MLS# 11-4053

Setting the “WOW!” standard at University Gardens, this fully renovated 2-bedroom condo is just a walk from UOG & GCC. Granite countertops in kitchen & bathroom. Tankless waterheater.

MLS# 10-3408

MLS# 11-2627

Irene Cruz

dpalmer@remaxguam.com

Mangilao $900/mo

Yigo $465K Santa Rita $75K - $100K

688-2855 REALTOR®

Ypaopao Estates $2,100/mo

REALTOR®

MLS# 11-3856

Half Acre lot in Ordot Chalan Pago - Famha area. Lot is fairly level, with utilities on site and a 2 in water line. Call for more details!

nsablan@remaxguam.com For more information and pictures go to www.nicolesablan.com

MLS# 11-3952

Setting the WOW! standard at University Gardens, this condo has been fully renovated. New kitchen and bathroom with granite counter tops, new appliances, a tankless waterheater, split a/c in each room, a ceiling fan and extra closet space in the master bedroom. Overlooks the turquoise swimming pool on the garden side and your parking space on the other side. Ready to be someone's HOME.


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Tamuning $1,900/mo

MongMong-TotoMaite $1,600/mo

Location! Location! Location! Upgraded nice furnished unit in Tamuning, close to payless grocery store, GPO mall, restaurants & movie theaters and much more.

Nice new house in Toto with all new appliances.Please call your favorite Realtor for showings.

MLS# 11-3043

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Vanessa Cabe 688-1210 REALTOR®

Dededo $1,700/mo

MLS# 10-3955

Nicely renovated Las Palmas phase I unit for lease. Beautiful Kitchen and Baths, currently tenant occupied, call for a showing. It shows well!

vcabe@remaxguam.com

MLS# 11-1721

Yogita “Payal” Hemlani

Tumon $249K

482-5263 REALTOR®

phemlani@remaxguam.com

MLS# 11-3441

This is the WOW factor you've been looking for...Great complex in the heart of Tumon with spectacular Oceanview from the balcony, remodeled kitchen, new cabinets,center island seating and ceramic tile throughout. Just a short walk to the beach from this unit.

Yigo $238K Tamuning for sale $150K Tamuning for lease $1,900-2,200/mo Alupang Cove Condominium for rent. Third floor 1 bedroom in excellent condition, ceramic tile, open kitchen, Alupang Island/Oceanview

Alupang Cove Condominium for sale. Third floor studio in excellent condition, new ceramic tile, open kitchen, tennis court view.

Santa Rita for lease $1,500/mo

Jackie Perez

Cozy 3 bedroom 3 bath, all ceramic tiles, insulated, large open lot. Master bed w/walkin closet, jacuzzi, blinds, pitch roof, central a/c. 7 mins to back gate, big navy.

777-4289 REALTOR®

Private corner unit with jungle view from the patio. Move-in ready with completely renovated kitchen and bathrooms. New stainless appliances and custom designed concrete counter in kitchen. Jacuzzi tub/shower combo in master bath. Marble tile downstairs and ceramic upstairs. Renovated mahogany staircase. A MUST SEE unit with personality!

jperez@remaxguam.com

Yigo $230K This bank foreclosed 3bed/2ba house sits on 2/3 acre of land giving you the feeling of privacy in the country.

MLS# 11-2917

MLS# 11-4116

Yona $160K Jump at the opportunity to own this GREAT 4 bedroom 2 bathroom starter home in an established neighborhood.

This fully furnished 3 bedroom 2 bathroom house features a brand new kitchen, renovated bathrooms, ceramic tiles, and perimeter fencing. Yard maintenance included.

MLS# 11-2744

Yigo $2,200/mo Come see this fully fenced 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home in great condition. Spacious floor plan with split a/c's, ceiling fans, and typhoon shutters.

Coleen Blas

727-6902 REALTOR®

Stay in Shape! Rent this newly renovated 3bedrm/2bath unit on the 3rd floor. Warm color palette make it easier to decorate. Stainless steel appliances, Swimming Pool, two assigned parking stalls. Save GAS! Convenient central location-so close to shops, beaches, schools, churches, restaurants, movie theaters, etc. Call for a showing right away and move in soon!

cblas@remaxguam.com

www.coleenblas.com

MLS# 11-3444

MLS# 11-2123

Fully furnished and renovated Perez Acres unit. Remodeled Hansemm kitchen with corian countertops. Move-in ready!

Yigo $398K

MLS# 11-3087

Ordot-Chalan Pago $50K WOW! Sure, it's a challenge, but an ARTchitect with vision & an IMAGIneer can do wonders on this lot! Imagine a home or an apartment complex overlooking this tranquil valley view! OR if you need a perfect place for your backfill, here it is! Your reality is only a phone call away. Call your REALTOR and check out the possibilities-NOW!

Mature trees surrounding this brand new 4bd/3ba home give it the feeling of a more established neighborhood! Master bedroom opens to spacious back patio. More executive type homes in the area. Close to AAFB. Move in to this up and coming neighborhood today!

687-8871 REALTOR®

rpangilinan@remaxguam.com

Evelyn San Gil Burke 488-2703 REALTOR®

eburke@remaxguam.com

MLS# 11-1988

Tumon $229K

Lets Break Ground Now Located in Harmon Industrial, this M-1 Zoned Lot Great for Warehouse or Commercial Space. The Building Plans to be included upon closing.

Ron Pangilinan

686-2627 REALTOR®

lpier@remaxguam.com

Tamuning $300K

MLS# 11-3574

Libby Pier

MLS# 11-4098

Tamuning $1,900/mo Dededo $2,000/mo

Yigo $2,100/mo

MLS# 11-3067

DON’T BUY A CAR... Buy this CONDO 3 bd 2 ba with Great Open Kitchen Floorplan 1st Floor Unit.

MLS# 11-4046

Deanna Palmer 688-2855 REALTOR®

Mongmong-TotoMaite $1,250/mo This popular Gated Condominium in A Quiet Centralized Location. Close to Airport, Hagatna Shopping Center and Restaraunts.

MLS# 11-3929

Dededo $210K

DON’T BUY A CAR....Buy this Home!!! Let’s talk about how dpalmer@remaxguam.com you can qualify to purchase now. Dededo, 3 bd, 2 bath with carport, all Ceramic Tile, Central a/c and shutters. Perfect for your family.

MLS# 11-1771


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Profile

By Shaina Santos

Born to Sell Shalynn Allen says she was meant to be a REALTOR®

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Shalynn Allen REALTOR®, Captain Realty Advisors

Age: 27 Degree: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing Husband: Jamie Allen Children: Tristan, 20 months; Lilyana, 4 months Hobbies: Cooking at home with her husband

I Love CasaGuam. You Can Always Learn Something From It.

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Shalynn Allen's first job was in real estate. She was hired as an assistant with ERA Realty in California. She was 16 then. Today, at 27, Allen is a Realtor with Captain Realty Advisors in Hagatna. Allen feels that she has “gotten lucky” a lot over the years since her initial experience in the industry. “I'm so thankful because I realized how much I really wanted to do this,” she said. “When they said that I finally got my license, I was really nervous,” Allen confessed. “I've heard it was really tough. I've been doing basically the same things. I was doing all the paperwork, but not showing properties. I've been working for so long doing assistant work for Realtors.” Today, Allen has been a licensed Realtor for nearly three years and specializes in leasing residential and commercial loans. “I'm finally the Realtor,” she laughed. Allen, who has been living on Guam for a number of years, expressed some of the difficulties she encountered in her field. “We sometimes forget how much we impact our clients’ lives. We might have the kids and home and work running through our minds and just be so busy we forget that our clients are depending on us to find somewhere to call home. Many of our clients from off island may have only been here for a very short time, they are jet lagged and living out of suit cases, they are stressed to the max themselves. So it’s important as Realtors to remember how much our clients truly need us,” Allen expressed. “On Guam, my biggest challenge was that I'm not from here and being a Realtor you have to really learn where everything is. It was really difficult to figure out where all these buildings are. We go by landmarks for everything.” Being a mother of two, Allen said one thing she loves about her job is that she can make her schedule.“You're either going to love it or you're going to hate it, I think, and sometimes you're going to do a lot of running around for no benefit. You take that risk.” She expressed that her primary concern is for the client, “I feel like customer service is what we do. It's all word of mouth. If you don't have a good reputation, you're not going to have a good career in real estate.” Since her move to Guam, she and her husband have planned to make Guam their home. “We love it,” she said, “We plan to stay here as long as Guam will keep us.” Allen's future plans include getting her broker's license and starting her Master's Degree in Project Management. When asked about a business motto she holds, she responded, “I don't know. I just work as hard as I can and try to do the best job that I can for everyone. In real estate, every single day you're learning something new.”


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From The Experts

You can do it… Realtors can help

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ver the last couple of years the most satisfying transactions were the ones when I assisted first time homeowners. I have a handful of examples which really stand out as being remarkable since the only real starting point was the couples taking the time to come in to discuss what they were trying to accomplish. They said straight out that they wanted to purchase a house and make it a home. It wasn’t about building equity, the home was to be a special place where they would raise their children and build memories. They wanted to know about the process, how one goes about doing it and the steps involved. These three young married couples stand out as the most dynamic I ever assisted. They were so driven to meet their goal that for them the process was not just a transaction taking place but an emotional experience. Tracking the progress I can say that in all three examples these couples went out to meet with mortgage officers to get pre-qualified and did this within days of the initial meeting with me. They had visited with multiple financial institutions and decided on the bank based on establishing a good working relationship with the mortgage officer and of course, what program was available. One of the couples lived with their parents and the second couple moved back with their parents to save money. The third couple stopped using their dryer, cut restaurants and movies. All three couples qualified for the Rural Development (RD) program which offers 100% financing but they still needed funds for closing costs. Two of these couples also qualified for the CAHAT (interest free second mortgage) program. The third couple was initially denied a loan since they had recently purchased a truck and were instructed to pay off this loan first. It took them 8 months to pay it off and then called me and went back to the loan officer and completed their pre-qualification process. Then we went house hunting. During the house hunting process for two couples we visited multiple villages and after seeing 20 houses they became disillusioned about the quality of the houses in their price range. They were not comfortable with the age of the house, thelayout, the area or how the house was maintained. We were now almost 6-8 weeks into the process and they were losing faith. So we went back to the meeting table and I suggested that they might consider building their own home. They liked that idea so off they went to the banks and pursued a construction loan instead. Searching for land to build a house on has its own challenges and the process can be long and tedious in a different way. With one of the couples, they fell in

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By Dennis Couzijn REALTOR®, Today’s Realty

love with a certain lot and we put in an offer only to have the seller accept another offer. The couple showed up at my office and the wife cried her eyes out for 10 minutes. The process repeated itself for a second time on another lot they wanted and she came in and cried again. This time with a lot less tears and with the couple more determined than ever, we found “the charm” the third time around with a significantly larger lot for about the same price. We put in an offer and it was accepted and— frustrations aside—we sorted out the details and modified the paperwork to adjust for the changes. After a week of waiting for a response from the owner we found the lot acceptable with power and water right there and the deal went forward. Then we hit another snag… during the appraisal it was discovered that water lines for three neighbors crossed over the lot. The underwriter wanted these removed and it took almost 10 days to rectify that issue. Extensions were filed again. All in all it was a nail-biting experience for this couple as we ploughed through the difficulties one by one. But now with their home completed they are so happy for having gone through the process. Memories of the difficulties with the search, change of plan, transaction details are now in the past. The second couple located their lot in Ordot Chalan Pago and brought in a contractor, after interviewing several from a list provided by the bank, to get his advice on what part of the lot was buildable since sloping was a concern. They received the green light on the lot, the offer went in and was accepted. But the cost of bringing water to their house was due to be an issue but they were lucky to tap into a water line which another contractor had recently installed for his own construction. What is notable here is that it was the buyer who went out looking

for the contractor and sealed the deal to connect to his water line. The couple had some of the sloping areas leveled and built their dream home on the lot. They now too have a fine home. The final couple had limited funds but purchased an olderhome in Barrigada village which was expanded to be a 4 bedroom on a fenced and gated lot. Seller was motivated but if the appraisal came in too low then there might have been an issue. The house was exactly what they wanted and they were so anxious. I received so many calls from the couple as we waited. Then the appraisal came in just right, buyer and seller were happy and the deal went forward. The additional funds from the CAHAT loan was just what the buyer needed to make this purchase happen. This article was not meant to be about which programs are offered, the program for you is out there…100% financing with USDA rural development loan and the CAHAT program to name a few… this article is about the drive these three couples had to pursue their dream and make their own reality. It is about working—with their REALTOR®—through the search process, changing paths, going over the speed bumps, through all the hiccups, the days of worrying, the additional paperwork and extensions to get the transaction done no matter how long it took. The pleasure I had working with these three couples is that they were so motivated to stick with the process and accomplish their goals. It took time and they stuck with it. So if you are looking for a home, make a plan, find a REALTOR®, chose your loan officer and pursue your dream. YOU CAN DO IT…I would love to help. Give me a call at 727-3815 or email me at: dennis.couzijn@guamhome.com


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All About Tile & Grout ile and grout is fast becoming the material of choice people make to enhance the look of their floors and their home. Many people choose to install tile and grout in their kitchens, bathrooms, and hallways. It looks much better than the typical linoleum floor. There are so many choices of tile that you can choose from to accomplish just about any “look” that you’re trying to achieve. However, just about everyday we come across many people who are very frustrated with this investment. It seems after a couple of years the floor becomes more and more difficult to keep clean. The tile loses its luster and the grout becomes filthy. Even though they spent hours, maybe even days, on their hands and knees trying to keep it clean. Unfortunately, most floors are not sealed after it is installed. This is the root of the problem. You see, grout is like a sponge. It will absorb grease and dirt very quickly when it is not properly sealed. This creates a breeding ground for bacteria to grow and bloom. When it gets to the point where they think nothing can be done, they start to consider replacing their floors. Another very sizable investment. Does this sound like you? Well, there is light at the end of the tunnel! Most tile & grout can be restored to “like new” condition; or very close to it. This starts with having a professional floor cleaning company coming to your home or business and providing a thorough inspection and giving you a FREE Demonstration of their service. This way you will know what to expect from a professional restoration. We will cover what is involved with restoring and maintaining your floors.

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Cleaning and Restoration Most floors over one year old will need to be restored to bring it back to its natural beauty. If the floor was properly sealed when it wast installed, restoration probably won’t be needed. Restoring tile and grout requires a few steps. First we will degrease the floor to remove as much oils, dirt, and grease as possible. Next, we restore the grout with a special grout line restoration product. This will help remove most if not all surface staining. This process also “opens” the grout for proper sealing. When doing these two steps, mechanical agitation, strong rinsing and vacuum equipment is required. After the cleaning and restoration, the sealing will begin.

Sealing Two basic types of sealers are clear or color seal. A clear sealer is used on most grout when you want to keep that same color. The sealer is liberally supplied and worked into the grout lines. It is important to choose a high quality impregnating sealer. Cheap silicone sealers do not last very long. After sealing it is important to maintain the floor using the right cleaning agents and tools. You should not use harsh chemicals as this will only damage the sealer and grout.

Color Sealing If you are not happy with the way your grout looks after a restoration cleaning, you can change the color of the grout without regrouting. Instead of a clear seal you choose a color of your liking. This process gives your grout a “Brand New” appearance. It gives the floor a whole new look. This process makes the grout lines resistant to staining. Once again it is important to maintain the floors properly following this process.

Maintenance Once the floor is restored and sealed, maintain the floors with a professional cleaning every couple of months. This will keep your floors looking new forever. The sealer will last longer and no more scrubbing grout lines again. Interim maintenance should be done with our pH neutral cleaner. CasaGuam.com 19


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H o w To D . I . Y.

Lighting the Home to Sell

By 1STOPlighting

Moving is tough. Not only do you have to deal with the emotional stress of leaving a home, but you have to deal with the physical stress of getting your house ready to sell. he housing market is terrible. And on top of a bad market, getting the home ready to sell is practically a death sentence. I remember when my family moved, we had to do some major demolition projects to make sure our home looked modern and inviting. One of the things we learned when updating our home is the importance of lighting. Lights are actually one of the biggest and simplest tricks to selling your home. Adequate lighting in your home is key to selling. Lighting can have a strong influence over whether or not the buyer will like your home, and can see themselves in it. Too little light makes the home seem gloomy, dirty, and small. However, too much light is overwhelming and gives the my-house-is-a-sportsarena type of look. The key to appropriately lighting your home is balance. The right balance of light can help create a clean, inviting, warm home that your buyer will be able to picture them self in.

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Use the Natural Light Before you even look at any fixtures in your home, take a look at your natural light potential. Open up all the windows, blinds, and draw the curtains back. Look to see if there are any tame-able tree branches that are providing too much shade. Cut a few branches back if you could potentially get more light in the home. However, don't sacrifice your outer curb appeal—use your judgment on what looks right. Another trick with the windows is to replace heavy, dark, dramatic drapes with lightweight and sheer curtains. Also make sure you clean your windows. Dirt can obstruct the amount of light getting into your home.

Check Existing Light Fixtures Take a look around your home. Make note of light fixtures that are dirty, cracked, or broken. Don't forget about light switches. If the light switch is cracked, this is a quick, painless, and cheap update you can do yourself. Simply take the switch off, and replace it with a new, clean one. If you have any bulbs that are dirty, you might want to replace them with new ones. Dirty light bulbs make the whole room look grimy and depressing.

Replace Outdated Fixtures Light fixtures can often be the focal point of the room. If the fixture is old, it's a good idea to replace it with a more modern one. You don't have to spend a lot of money on a new one—it can even be less expensive than the existing one. Just make sure it's modern. Modern means versatility for your potential buyer.

Bathrooms probably need the most light in the house. Also make sure that the light complements the mirrors. You don't want a overwhelming glare, or blinding light shining off the mirror. Kitchens also need a lot of light. Kitchens are an easy way to use lights as décor for fairly cheap. Use of pendant lights can bring color and style into your kitchen, as well as a little extra light. Under-cabinet lights are also a great addition. Under-cabinet lights will show off your counters—but make sure the counters are clean!

Pay Attention to Detail Look around your home and see where you may need a little more light. Pendants are easy to add anywhere in the home. LED lights can also help light up rooms like the kitchen, and are very energy efficient. Just pay close attention to detail.

Exterior Lighting If you don't have any exterior lighting—get some! Chances are a potential buyer will be driving past your home to get a feel for the "night life" in your neighborhood. Make sure your house is well lit; but make sure it isn't lit up like a theme park. Some easy outdoor lights are path lights and flood lights. Path lights can add curb appeal to your pathway or garden. Flood lights can be used to illuminate the best areas of interest in your yard. Using flood lights, you can illuminate your favorite tree, a fountain, or a statue.

Ready, Set, Sell!

Bathroom and Kitchen Lighting

A common misconception is that you have to spend thousands and thousands of dollars on updating your home while preparing to sell. However, keep in mind that just buying a few replacement lights can change the aesthetics of the home completely. There's no need to spend a lot of money. After all, the buyer just needs to be able to picture them self in the home. If you're interested in learning more about lighting to sell your home, let us at 1STOPlighting help. We are the lighting experts. http://www.kichlerlightingexperts.com/

Bathroom and kitchen lighting are the most important lights in your home. Buyers want a clean and open space in these rooms. Make sure your lights in the bathroom are bright enough for a woman to do her hair and make-up.

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Floor Lamps Although these lamps are great for adding a little boost of light, they can sometimes clutter a room. Instead of having the light on the ground, see if you can add a ceiling mounted light. If this isn't an option, try to minimize the amount of floor lamps you have, and take out excess fixtures that you don't need.

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• Provides a seamless, durable waterproof membrane • Resists ozone and harsh chemicals • Maintains flexibility in extreme temperatures • Breathable membrane prevents moisture entrapment • Reduces cooling costs • Reflects sun’s UV-rays and prevents premature graying • Algae and mildew will not eat into the coat

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CONTR ACTOR’S CORNER

Highlight on: Keum Yang Corporation

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Keum Yang Corporation (KYC) is a general contractor established in November 1999. The company is authorized by the local government of Guam to engage in business as a general contractor for construction classifications: General engineering contracting (Class A) and General building contracting (Class B). Through the years, Keum Yang Corporation has built a solid reputation because of its commitment to highest stand of quality works and on time completion of projects. The greatest testament to its continued success is manifest in the volume of repeat business from its satisfied customers and clients. As a participant in the U.S Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 8(a) Business Development (BD) Program and Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) in the Federal Government’s SDB program in the construction industry in Guam, Keum Yang Corporation pursued a variety of military, government and commercial projects building a solid reputation of superior project management and accomplishment. Keum Yang Corporation’s office, warehouse, equipment yard and H2 Workers barracks is located at 165 Pangelinan Blas Lane, Harmon Industrial Park, Tamuning, Guam 96931. Keum Yang Corporation now employs sixty (60) permanent employees. During the peak of construction works, the company employs up to 150 employees. Keum Yang Corporation also provides the services of a design-build construction contract as part of a cost saving approach in construction and has completed several design-build construction contracts from Government Housing and Urban Renewal Authority (GHURA) and other federal funded projects from local government. For Keum Yang Corporation, the health and welfare of employees are among the most important considerations in any undertaking. Keum Yang Corporation is committed to maintain a “Zero Accident Philosophy”. This philosophy enables Keum Yang Corporation to deliver the highest quality services to its customers and the best performance for its shareholders. Keum Yang Corporation conducts weekly safety meetings at all job sites and; daily, weekly and monthly safety inspections to create awareness to all its employees of ZERO accident workplace. Keum Yang Corporation also provides First Aid training and complete safety equipment to all its employees. All our employees constantly receive the regular training in the latest safety and quality control methods to maintain a consistent quality project. Thru the leadership of Mr. Suk Bong Choi, President, Keum Yang Corporation’s quality finished product and on time delivery have earned the company solid reputation among its clienteles and received numerous outstanding project evaluation from the NavFacMarianas. Our commitment is to provide a safe working environment while we construct our projects to the highest standards possible within budget and schedule. Keum Yang Corporation had completed various projects for the military and civilian community from civil, mechanical, electrical, renovations.

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Quality Products

Excellent Projects Every great project starts with a solid foundation, because so much depends on it. As proven by the AAFB Elementary School Parking Lot, Keum Yang Corporation ensures that every job attests to its strength in service and personnel. The concrete materials used for this site were supplied by Hawaiian Rock Products. Whether your project is big or small, Hawaiian Rock Products will tackle it with unparalleled efficiency while using the largest fleet of equipment and an expert workforce. That’s why we’re the leader in General Construction Supplies. All of our products are produced in strict compliance with local, federal and ASTM standards. Hawaiian Rock Products supplying quality products and services to the island for over 50 years.

Building The Marianas Since 1958 1402 Route 15, Mangilao, Guam 96913 Tel: (671) 734-2971/8 • Fax: (671) 734-0990 www.hawaiianrock.com

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Classifieds Commercial Rentals Dededo 106 East Sta. Barbara, Dededo 4bed/1 ba corner house, fenced, and gated. Centrally located close to church, school and malls. Asking $1,200/month. Call MYRNA @ 488-0144

Ordot-Chalan Pago Commercial space for rent. Approx 2155 sq ft. Ideal for laundromat, bakeshop, video store or retail business. Asking $2,500/mo. Please call ANGIE @ 727-2228

3Bd/2Bd/1Bd located near schools/church/store and front of park Semi-Furn. Sec.8 & Military OK. Pls. leave message at 632-1200

Mangilao Nice house on a cul-de-sac street in Latte Hts. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths with all ceramic tiles and split a/c units per room. Newer kitchen counters and appliances. Fenced back yard. Has always been leased to military personnel for their tour on Guam. Asking $2,100 / month. Call DEANNA @ 688-2855

Yigo

Inarajan

Perez Acres: 4 bedroom, 2 bath with pool & playground. Corner unit. Asking $1,900/month. Call SANDY @ 687-6006

2 bedroom / 2 bath on a living area of 800 sf and 5,526 Âą sm lot. Fixer upper home on a beautiful beach front property, over an acre in size. There is already Power&Water if you would like to rebuild. Asking for $628,054. Call DEANNA @ 688-2855

Perez Acres: 3 bedroom / 1.5 ba townhouse with extra room great for family room or office, gated and secured community, pool, mail delivery. Asking $1900 . Call CORAL SEA REALTY 649-6088

Residential Sales Barrigada

Piti Commercial space for rent. Approx 850 sq ft., video store or retail business. Asking $850/mo. Please call ANGIE @ 727-2228

Tumon Fountain Plaza for Rent: Finally prime commercial space in the much desired Fountain Plaza. Own your very own business amongst the likes of many long time established busibesses already patroning this plaza. Where can you go wrong, San Vitores road frontage with ample space, there are no lossers and YOU are the winner. Asking $2,700/mo. Please call DANIEL @ 687-5422

Residential Rentals Agat 3 bedroom / 2 ba house, close to schools, stores, beach and church. Asking $1250.00. Call 649-8265 or 888-7447

Asan Asan Beach House Newly Renovated, Fresh paint and ceramic tiles. Asking: $2,200.00/mo. Call FRANK @ 479-4663 Asan 3bd./2ba. Ocean Views Newly Renovated - All ceramic tiles. New a/c's. Asking: $1,900.00/mo. Call FRANK @ 479-4663

Barrigada 2b/1b, near Subway with water $830/mo. Please call 637-7165 / 688-0887 / 689-3333

Dededo 3Bd/2Bd/1Bd located near schools/church/store and front of park Semi-Furn. Sec.8 & Military OK. Pls. leave message at 727-6456 Great spacious house located near Paradise Estates. 5bd/3bth. Section 8 okay with full security deposit. Call 646-9870/1 Dededo Villa Rosario - Spacious 3BR/2BA W/D, Pool, Security, Mailbox $1,650.00 26 CasaGuam November 2011

2br/1ba apt close to Port Authority of Guam , NavSta, Polaris, store, church, park and beach! Ocean Breeze Apartments $600. Call 649-8265 or 888-7447

Tamuning Popular Pia Marine 2 bedroom 2 bath units available for Month to Month Rentals. Utilities/Furnitures included with cleaning services. $2400.00. Call Nick @ 689-2939. Tecio Tumon Villa: Nice two bedroom two bath condo located in Tumon. Condo is just a walking distance to the beach, stores, restaurants and nightlife. Asking $2,100/month. Call VIC @483-7518 Tumon 2bd / 2 ba + Den. excellent condition. Asking $1200. Please call 637-7165 / 688-0887 / 689-3333 / 477-7042 Tumon Holiday Manor ; 4 bedroom, beatifully furnished with pool and BBQ area, near beaches. Asking $3,800/month. Call VICKI for a showing @ 687-3558 Happy Landing Road, Tumon 3bd, 2ba, Condo : Enjoy your island paradise in this 2nd floor unit within walking distance of Tumon Beaches. Complex has a pool and the unit is all ceramic tile, central a/c and accordion typhoon shutters. Asking $1,900/month. Call DEANNA @ 688-2855 MLS 10-133 Tumon Penthouse for Lease: A Rare Penthouse, Oceanview unit is now available. This large 2 bedroom 2.5 bath Condo was upgraded and is in like new condition. Security, Full Back-up Generator, Pool, 2 parking all go along with your desire for the ''good life'' while on Guam. Water included. You CAN have the dream. Asking $3,800/month. Call DEANNA @ 688-2855 MLS 10-744 San Vitores Terrace Condo: 3bd/2ba, 3rd floor unit with oceanview, upgraded unit with new carpets, pool, security and basic cable TV. $1800. Call Coral Sea Realty 649-6088

Barrigada Large 4BR/2Ba 1800sqft. House Only 243,000 637-7165 / 688-0887 / 689-7900

Mangilao Latte Heights House with 3 br / 2 ba, ideal location w/ carport, fully fenced, gated, spacious yard w/ patio. Asking $200K. Please call ANGIE @ 727-2228

Mongmong-Toto-Maite

Opportunity Knocking.... Buy the home you deserve! Newly renovated 4BR/2BA home with a snazzy kitchen, fenced and waiting for YOU to move now! Asking $445,000. Call DEANNA @ 688-2855

Exceptional 3bd and 3.5 ba home Enjoy the view, separate refrigeration and stove for the person who enjoys cooking, the pool and the great central location. Asking $630k Call JUDY @482-7775

Dededo

Ordot-Chalan Pago

FOR SALE BY OWNER Beautiful fully fenced, 3bd/ 3full ba, high pitched ceiling, 2car gar, central location, minutes away from airport, business establishments & more. Only 2yrs old, landscaped yard, fruit trees, shutters, 2,421sq mtr lot, very large concrete back porch great for an outdoor kitchen, etc. Lots of extras! Developing neighborhood w/newly built homes. A MUST SEE! Lots of potential!! $338,000.00 Pls call 797-1525 TODAY! DEDEDO Multi-Family House located in front of Dededo Park, Library and Julyor's Office. Lots of nearby schools, markets and churches. Income Property with fully occupied and screened Tenants. Property located in a corner lot with fence. This is a wise choice of investment property. For sale by owner. Call now and lv msg at 727-6456. Las Palmas Phase I Great 3bd / 2.5 ba Townhouse style condo. Great for first time home buyer or investor. Complex includes Pool, playground, BBQ cabanas and night security. Asking $195,000. Please call DEANNA 688-2855 Beautiful fully fenced, 3bd/ 3full ba, high pitched ceiling, 2car gar, ctrl loc, DededoUhang St/Bello Rd, Minutes away from airport, business establishments & more, Only 2yrs old, landscaped yard, fruit trees, shutters, 2,421sq mtr lot, 1,440sq ft living space, 12x20sq ft open back porch, lots of extras! Developing neighborhood w/newly built houses. A must see! Lots of potential!! $340,000.00 Pls call 788-3531 & lv msg.

Quiet, Private, and centrally located 4 bedroom 3 bath house on a 1/2 acre lot. this would be great if you enjoy your privacy and appreciate being close to shopping malls, grocery stores, and schools. Asking $315,000. Call JOYLYN @ 4885069 for a showing. MLS 10-2077 Apusento Gardens Condo : Great price with seller financing. Just like you pay monthly rental, without bank fees. Downpayment is required. Asking $105k. Call JAMES @482-0498

Tamuning Private and secluded Tamuning 3bed/1ba house with partial ocean and city view. Recently painted and upgraded with ceramic tiles, french windows and accordion typhoon shutters. Fenced and gated, and comes with 4 split A/Cs'. Asking only for $229K. Call MYRNA @ 488-0144 TAMUNING Executive 2 Storey Spacious House for Sale by Owner. Great location beside Cost-U-Less Tamuning and GPO. Great lifestyle and community environment with 5 bd/3ba corner lot; nice sized bd on 1st and 2nd flr; luxurious master suite w/ jacuzzi spa tub; quality granite staircases; hardwood railings; crown molding all over the house with open spacious kitchen and stainless steel appliances. Please call owner/lv msg at 727-6456.


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Closing

Message from the Executive Officer By Peggy Araullo Llagas

Thank You!

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On behalf of the members of the Guam Association of REALTORS® and the Housing Opportunity Sub-Committee led by Chairperson Del Ada, I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to the following supporters and participants of our 2-Day Housing Opportunity event held on October 28th and 29th at the Hyatt Regency Guam: Lieutenant Governor - Ray Tenorio, Congresswoman - Madeleine Z. Bordallo and Senator Tina Muna Barnes REALTOR® Alliance Group • ANZ • Bank of Hawaii • CASA Guam • Citibank • Community First Federal Credit Union • Finance Factors • First Hawaiian Bank • G4S • Pacific American Title Insurance and Escrow Company • Security Title Inc. Exhibitors • Cassidy’s Insurance • Docomo Pacific • Guam Home Inspections • MCV • Merrill Lynch • Nanbo Insurance • Pago Bay Resort • Pacific Rainbow Inc. DBA: Frazee Paint/Rainbow Paint Supply/ Sherwin Williams/Bedrock Construction Materials • SecureSafe Solutions • Securitech Solutions Inc. Special thanks to the Hyatt Regency Guam for providing an excellent venue for our 2-day event and the Sorensen Media Group for creating a successful public awareness campaign for our “Homeownership Matters” initiative. Lastly, I would be remise if I fail to acknowledge the great work of Gary Sung and his team from Ideal Advertising and Faye Varias of Faye Varias and Creative Services for handling the entire project very well. The Guam Association of REALTORS® shall remain your leading advocate for promoting and protecting homeownership on Guam.

Guam Association of Realtors®

The Voice for Real Estate on Guam

Suite 236A Julale Center 424 West O'Brien Drive, Hagatna, Guam 969100 Office: (671) 477-4271 • Fax: (671) 477-4275 www.guamrealtors.com • email: eo@guamrealtors.com 28 CasaGuam November 2011


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Belen Ave., Inarajan - 4BR/1BA $1,299.00 (11-3849) Chn. Rodeo, Tamuning - 3BR/3BA $3,500.00 (11-3999) Kayen Rosario Untalan St., Dededo - 4BR/3BA $2,400.00 (11-4049) Chichirica St., Dededo - 3BR/1BA $1,300.00 (11-4072) Chalan Fadang, Yigo - 3BR/2.5BA $2,400.00 (11-4152) *NEW* Oka Tower Condo, Tamuning - 2BR/2BA $2,000.00 (11-3957)

Homes & Condos

RENTALS

Quichocho St. Villa De Oro, Mangilao - 3BR/2BA $1,300.00 (11-3990) Flores Pago Lane, Mangilao - 4BR/3BA $1,700.00 (11-3995) 711 Alupang Cove Condo., Tamuning - 1BR/1BA $1,750.00 (11-3998 Dai-Ichi Condo B34, Tamuning - 3BR/1BA $1,250.00 (11-4045) Villa Rosario Condo B77, Dededo - 3BR/2BA $1,000.00 (11-4051) 703 Alupang Cove Condo., Tamuning - 1BR/1BA $1,925.00 (11-4073)

Commercial & Multi-Family

College Park, Mangilao - 3BR/2BA $1,300.00 (11-3988)

Tamuning $299K 3Br/3Ba #11-4052

Tamuning 240K 3Br/2Ba #11-4145

Dededo $235K 3Br/2.5Ba #11-3852

Dededo $270K 3Br/2Ba #11-3905

Dededo $190K 3Br/2Ba #11-3907

Yigo $439K 3Br/3Ba #11-3983

Yigo $280K 3BR/2Ba #11-4151

Dededo $180K 4Br/2.5Ba #11-4162

Tumon $187K 3Br/2Ba #11-3797

Yigo $179k 5Br/3.5Ba #11-3531

Dededo $194.5K 3 Br/2Ba #11-3576

Talofofo $295K 1Br/1Ba #11-4073

Piti $349,950 2 Story 4plex #11-3236

Tamuning $1.3M Cardines Apt. I & II #11-3824

Yigo $195K Duplex #11-3930

Tamuning $1,299,999 5 Units #10-2731

MongMong-Toto-Maite $380K 2 Story 4plex #11-1539

MongMong-Toto-Maite $800K 4unit Apartment #11-1083

Hag책t찾 $1,482,770 Commercial #10-4166

Tamuning $4.8M Commercial #08-3898

Yigo $120K 3,760sm #11-4085

Yigo $59K 1,858sm #11-4068

Yigo $99.5K 4021sm #11-3713

Ordot Chalan Pago $210K 1,608sm #11-3281

Ordot Chalan Pago $45K 1,784sm #11-3794

Dededo $1,020,100 10,201sm #11-3662

Dededo $65K 1,858 sq.m #11-3955

Dededo $62K 2,016sm #11-3994

Pia Resort Condo 1001, Tumon - 3BR/2BA $2,150.00 (11-4094) 111Mil Flores Latte Heights, Mangilao 4BR/2BA $1,500.00 (11-2526)

188 Ch. Kanton Tasi, Chalan Pago - 5BD/2BA $2400.00 3A Kim's Apartment, Tamuning - 3BD/2BA $950.00 148-C Salibsury St., Dededo - 2BD/1BA $750.00

Land

120 N. Piga Subd, Dededo - 3BD/2BA $2000.00


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