Aviano Sep. 10

September 2010

AVIANO HOMES ARE SELLING! In last month’s issue, we reported that 10 new Aviano listings came on the market. Even bigger news, since then, we’ve seen the number of homes with a sale pending go from 18 to 30! Homes are selling and buyers are buying! The Bruno Group and Realty Executives continue to lead the market in Aviano Real Estate. We would like to interview for the job of selling your home. We promise excellent service, always backed by our exclusive seller guarantees, which are outlined below. Also, we would like you to visit our website, www.TheBrunoGroup.com, where we have an exclusive section for “Aviano Homeowners,” where you can sign up to receive weekly Aviano Market Updates delivered right to your desktop. No other Real Estate professionals keep you more informed than The Bruno Group, and no other Real Estate professionals back their service by exclusive performance guarantees. Here is a snapshot of our recent sales: • 3821 E. Cielo Grande – Sold • 3814 E. Cielo Grande – Sold • 3720 E. Bryce Lane – Sold • 3663 E. Louise Dr – Sold OUR EXCLUSIVE SELLER GUARANTEE: Your home sold in 64 days, at a price acceptable to you, or we will pay you $5,000 cash*. Visit www.HomeSoldGuarantee.com or call 602.369.0988. SHORT SALE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE: Your home sold and 100% release from your mortgage in 30 days, or we will pay you $1,500 in cash*. Visit www.QuickMortgageRelease.com or call 602.369.0988. Short Sales are a fact of life in Aviano as the real estate market’s correction has definitely impacted all Aviano homeowners. However, there is no need for your home to ever go to foreclosure. Short sales are made simple by The Bruno Group. Our Short Sale program has been featured nationwide.

AVIANO Real Estate Market Report ACTIVE LISTINGS

PENDING SALES

CLOSED 2010 YTD

OVERALL

# Listings

10

30

50

90

List/Sold Volume

$6,368,300

$15,183,499

$23,043,450

$68,198,947

List/Sold Low Price Avg High

$359,900 $636,830 $1,595,000

$370,000 $472,754 $750,000

$370,000 $460,869 $677,000

$359,900 $501,728 $1,595,000

Approx. Low Sq. Ft. Avg High

2,625 3,751 6,850

2,751 3,778 6,850

2,417 3,678 6,850

2,417 3,799 6,850

List/Sold Low Price Per Avg Approx Sq. Ft. High

$113 $164 $233

$86 $124 $178

$85 $128 $202

$86 $134 $233

Days On Low Market Avg High

1 61 205

3 75 330

-7 74 336

-7 73 336

Color • Texture • Finish

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Statistics gathered from MLS. Values reflect single-family residences.

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Q: What should a homeowner consider when choosing colors? A: Is this a color I would wear? Q: How else can someone choose colors that they will be happy with? A: I have a system I refer to as “colorprinting.” I ask clients various questions after which I can identify what are a person’s color likes and dislikes. Through an interview system, I derive at a client’s “colorprint.” Typical question topics include hobbies, room usage, existing furniture, art, collections, room orientation (feng shui), and the client’s emotional ties to stuff. Usually astrology and a client’s profession will play into the color selection as well.

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GRILLED CHICKEN CHOPPED SALAD WITH CURRY VINAIGRETTE INGREDIENTS For the salad: 2 chicken breasts, grilled and cubed 1/4 cup grapes, halved 1/4 cup dried apricots, chopped 1/8 cup raisins 1/8 cup Marcona almonds, chopped 1/2 cup arugula, chopped 1/8 cup small diced apples 1/8 cup dried currants 1/8 cup chick peas 1 teaspoon chopped parsley 1/2 teaspoon chopped mint Salt and pepper For the dressing: 1 cup mayonnaise 1 Tablespoon sour cream 1/4 cup yellow curry paste 2 teaspoons lemon juice 2 Tablespoons honey Salt and pepper METHOD: 1. Mix all ingredients for the salad in a bowl and chill for 10 minutes. 2. Whisk all ingredients for the dressing and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. 3. Season salad with salt and pepper and add dressing. 4. Mix thoroughly and place in a bowl. 5. Serve with fried pita chips or grilled bread.

Q: How do you choose colors that work together? A: Through this colorprinting process and through experience I get to what works. There are rules, but I break them. There are no clashes, just a way to balance everything. There are no wrongs, just better rights. Q: How can different paint textures evoke different moods and feelings? A: Wall textures play an important part in creating a mood. Also paint can impact that texture. A smooth texture is considered more formal and a sand or troweled texture is more informal. A professional designer or painter or faux finisher can help you achieve these textured looks.

DECORATING INSIGHTS FROM INTERIOR DESIGNER MIKE MCDANIEL OF ROBB & STUCKY Sure, painting a room sounds easy, but then it’s time for all those decisions. What color, what finish, what technique? Should you try trompe l’oeil? Should you paint those columns or leave them white? Who better to turn to than interior designer Mike McDaniel, IDS Professional with Robb & Stucky, for all our painting conundrums. Q: How can paint work as a design element? A: Paint is the most important element and yet the most inexpensive to accomplish. Paint is always the canvas we build off of to complete an environment. Q: Where should someone start when it comes to choosing paint as part of a room’s overall design? A: Identify what activity and mood you are trying to achieve. What is the end-use of the room? A relaxing room would work well with cool hues, while a television/game/ entertaining room will be best in warm hues. A room’s activities dictate the blending and range of colors.

Q: What types of faux paints are hot right now in our area? A: A Venetian plaster finish for that formal Tuscan environment, and scored, raked, or swirled in a tone-on-tone color for that informal or contemporary environment. A room’s mood comes from both texture and color. Q: What’s new when it comes to choosing a finish? A: With the new wave of less things and the green story, use an eggshell or low-sheen finish on everything. This reflects more light and highlights the canvas or walls we design on. Q: How did you choose the colors and design of the room on our cover? A: This typical dining area needed some life and intimacy. I visually brought down the ceiling by painting wide horizontal bands to make the space feel more intimate, and I enhanced the architectural features with a metallic wash of copper and pale gold. This gave the dining area some personality and balanced the elements. A little bling never hurts! Also, using my L.U.M.A. process and the principals of feng shui, I chose colors to enhance the dining experience and balance hot and cool colors to create a relaxing environment perfect for conversation. My L.U.M.A process follows a “today” design-feel using Loft, Urban, Metro and Asian influences.

LURE THEM IN WITH LANDSCAPING Considering selling your home and looking for a competitive edge? Before you assess the interiors, perhaps make some improvements to the outside. After all, when it comes to real estate, nothing says “I’m beautiful inside” better than a beautiful outside. One of the best ways to lure potential buyers in for a longer look is to wow them with the perfect landscaping. “Attracting potential homebuyers has everything to do with curb appeal,” says Andy Page owner of Arte Verde, a landscaping company in the Valley. Here, he shares some of the best tricks of the trade. 1. ADD COLOR—IN JUST THE RIGHT WAY. “A costeffective way of punching up curb appeal is to use medium-size colorful shrubs,” says Page. (Tip: Look for shrubs between two and three feet high and two feet wide.) But here’s the clincher: “Rather than planting two or three shrubs of differing varieties, use 20 of the same plant with the same bloom color,” he says. “This makes a bigger impact and defines the space well.”

2. DON’T GO OVERBOARD WITH HARDSCAPING MATERIALS. “Once you’ve decided on the plant palette, it’s helpful to include an appropriate hardscape material,” says Page. “Look for one that complements the architecture of the home, keeping the total square footage to what is functional and artistic. Too much of a good thing sometimes looks overdone.” 3. WOW ’EM WITH A WATER FEATURE. “Water features are desirable for any courtyard space,” says Page. “A fountain will take the edge off the summer heat and will be refreshing to guests as they enter your home.” Besides, what could be more relaxing—and put people more in the mood to sign on the dotted line and move in— than the tranquil sound of water flowing. Added bonus: The soothing trickle of water will help mask any unpleasant sounds, such as traffic, noisy neighbors, or barking dogs. 4. THINK TWICE ABOUT A LUSH LAWN. “The question of lawn or no lawn is one of personal preference,” says Page. “Seeing a lush green

lawn has a cooling effect for most people. However, lawns are high-maintenance elements that require lots of water.” Not such a good thing in our dry, desert environment. If you have a larger lawn, try to minimize the square footage by replacing grass with flower beds, mulched or rock areas, or special water features. 5. GO GREEN. “Any landscape can be both beautiful and environmentally conscious,” notes Page. A water-wise landscape will definitely appeal to today’s savvy and chic buyers. The features that should be included for a water-wise landscape, according to Page: an automatic irrigation timer, electric irrigation valves, a filter, a pressure compensator, half-inch poly hoses attached to each valve for the delivery system, and drip emitters for each plant and cactus (with a minimum of two adjustable emitters at the trees and palms). “The irrigation system should be configured by function and usage,” says Page. “Separate valves should be installed to service trees,

shrubs, cacti and agave, palms, raised gardens, and decorative pots. This layout will ensure that water is used efficiently and effectively, addressing all the horticultural requirements of your landscape.” 6. DON’T OVERLOOK LIGHTING. “The final feature one should consider to enhance the curb appeal of a landscape is low-voltage lighting,” says Page. “Low-voltage lighting is the icing on the cake with regards to showing off your property. It will highlight the focal points of your yard, add security, and make any landscape pleasing and complete.”

SEPTEMBER 2010 Phoenix Cooks JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort, September 4th phoenixcooks.com Indulge in delectables from over 50 local restaurants and sample from boutique wineries and microbrews. Mingle with top Valley chefs, watch cooking demonstrations on three Performance Kitchen Stages and learn in an intimate and interactive environment how to cook like a top chef! Plus, win raffle prizes fit for a foodie with 100% of the proceeds benefiting Phoenix Children’s Hospital. The Banner Health Pro-Am Golf Tournament Superstition Mountain Golf Club, September 10th 602.747.4483 | superstitionmtngc.com Golfers! Come hit the links at one of the country’s most revered golf courses at this annual event in support of Banner Health School-Based Health Centers. Individuals, foursomes and even corporate teams are invited to play. Sponsorships are also available. Ravioli Workshop Sur la Table, September 11th 480.998.0648 | surlatable.com Cooking classes at the Kierland Commons location have proven to be in high-demand. Take a break from the heat and join Anne-Marie Bianco as she instructs this hands-on class dedicated to everyone’s favorite Italian pasta – ravioli! Make reservations in advance as the classes generally fill quickly. Arizona Restaurant Week Local Restaurants, September 18th – 26th 602.307.9134 x16 | arizonarestaurantweek.com Always wanted to try that new local restaurant or anxious to revisit an old favorite? Foodies unite! During this week-long event, 150 restaurants will offer a threecourse meal of signature dishes for $19, $29 or $39 per person. Look for the wine glass icon next to a restaurant listing which indicates a drink is included in the price. Some fabulous restaurants participating this year include Modern Steak, Ocean Prime and Ruth’s Chris. Ballet under the Stars Various Locations, September 22nd – 26th 602.381.1096 | balletaz.org Spend a relaxing evening under the gorgeous Arizona sky as Ballet Arizona continues its annual seasonopening tradition with Ballet under the Stars. The entire family can enjoy a combination of classical and contemporary works in a casual setting for free. Performances are scheduled for Glendale, Sun City West, Phoenix, Fountain Hills, and Tempe. Bring a blanket, plenty of cool drinks and soak up some culture! It’s in the Bag Phoenix Art Museum, September 24th 602.257.1222 | phxart.org Bring your gal pals to this ultimate girls’ night out. Enjoy signature cocktails, appetizers and live entertainment to dance the night away. The highlight of the evening is the silent and live auctions where each item up for bid is featured in a thematic bag such as a designer handbag with theatre tickets and a gift card, or a backpack filled with the latest hiking gear.