Today's Guamhome July 2016 by Todays Realty

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MARKET REPORT

MEET OUR AGENTS

GUAM IS OUR HOME

SOLD BY TODAY’S REALTY

Residential Market Snapshot from January 1, 2016 to July 1, 2016

WELCOME TO OUR VILLAGES!

A collection of recent homes sold by Today’s Realty

elcome to the 2016 July issue of Today’s Guamhome newsletter. It is our honor to present this collection of beautiful homes for your review. My team of over 20 agents and associate-brokers are all members of the Guam Association of REALTORS®, the National Association of REALTORS® and the Guam Multiple Listing Service (Guam MLS). Our team at Today’s Realty has ranked #1 for many years running in top sales reported to the Guam MLS. Buyers, Sellers and Renters know when it’s time for real estate... It’s time for Today’s! We are never too busy for your referrals!

ON THE COVER

Stunning Custom Pool Home

WANTS VS. NEEDS

Anthony Godwin Principal Broker / REALTOR®

5 STRESS RELIEVING TIPS

JUST LISTED

PRIVATE TRANSACTIONS

Recently listed properties in the market.

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Today’s Realty agents and staff during our holiday luncheon

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CLOSED BY TODAY’S REALTY

The Chateau • $2,200/mo

Chalan Atis, Yigo • $264,400

Days on market: 117 | MLS ID# 16-898

Days on market: 113 | MLS ID# 16-953

Chalan La Chanch, Yigo • $4,000/mo

Monha Street, Agat • $168,000

Days on market: 35 | MLS ID# 16-1840

Days on market: 53 | MLS ID# 16-1164

Leyang Road, Barrigada • $2,200/mo

Baverly Palms Condo • $219,000

Days on market: 15 | MLS ID# 16-2078

Days on market: 194 | MLS ID# 15-3866

A collection of recent properties closed by our REALTORS®

Flora Pago Gardens • $1,300/mo

Asentadu Villa Condo • $2,205/mo

Banyan Heights, Mangilao • $1,400/mo

Royal Gardens Townhome • $2,450/mo

Blue Pacific Lattice • $2,200/mo

Agaham Street, Agana Heights • $2,500/mo

Days on market: 32 | MLS ID# 16-1911

Days on market: 81 | MLS ID# 16-1265

Days on market: 49 | MLS ID# 16-1501

Days on market: 63 | MLS ID# 16-1489

Days on market: 20 | MLS ID# 16-1987

Days on market: 46 | MLS ID# 16-1595

ON THE COVER

353 Farenholt Avenue, Tamuning

For Rent $3,200/mo | Guamhome.com/16-1587 STUNNING CUSTOM POOL HOME! Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll love the spacious living room overlooking the Balinese style pool and custom made BBQ grill and bar counter in the back yard. This is a luxuriously appointed 2BD/2BA house located in central Tamuning close to restaurants, shopping mall, supermarket, hotel, downtown Tumon and sandy beaches. Make an offer today before itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gone!

LISTED BY TODAY’S REALTY 108 Piot Court, Sinajana

For Sale $399,000 | Guamhome.com/16-2254 This 4 bedroom, 3 bath house was tastefully renovated in 2009, since then, the owner has improved many aspects of this wonderful home. Located on a cul-de-sac with nice homes and mountain views.

Perlas Courte Condo

For Rent $2,200/mo Guamhome.com/16-2273 Beautifully renovated & furnished 2bd/1.5ba unit with light & airy European flair. Stainless appliances & imported furniture from Europe included. Amenities include pool, central location, minutes to beach & major establishments.

280 Chalan Lujana, Yigo

For Rent $2,450/mo | Guamhome.com/16-2198 Minutes to AAFB, local grocery stores, bakeries and the Micronesia Mall. This fully gated 4bd/3ba home, offers an open concept living arrangement, large yard for the kids and pets to run around in safety. Entire contents, including but not limited to content, design and concept Copyright ©2016 by LG&G Corporation. All rights reserved. Anthony R. Godwin • Principal Broker

A collection of properties featured for Rent or Sale by our REALTORS® 1-A Chalan San Vitores, Tumon

B310 Apusento Gardens

For Rent $3,700/mo | Guamhome.com/16-2234

For Rent $2,047.50/mo | Guamhome.com/16-2118

Luxuriously appointed, this 3bd/2ba executive condo is your last stop in your Guam home search! With secured entry and located on Tumon’s affluent San Vitores Road. Brand new and tastefully appointed with modern features.

Stunning professionally renovated fully furnished 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit located 10 minutes from Naval hospital. Brand new high quality kitchen appliances and furniture. This is a pet friendly community.

418 Governor Bradley, Tamuning For Rent $4,400/mo | Guamhome.com/16-2193

Perezville home is move in ready. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms with a huge bonus room. Fully renovated. Large chef kitchen, custom cabinets, GE Stainless Steel appliances, granite throughout. Fully fenced with an electric gate.

Private Transactions

he primary job of a title insurance company is to make sure that you end up owning the property you are buying. That sounds like an oversimplification, but there are countless issues that can arise to come between you and the quiet enjoyment of your property. Following is the interesting history we found last week on a commercial property south of Agana. Juan and Juanita Doe entered into a contract of sale to purchase property from Teresita Smith in 1988. They made payments to Ms. Smith over the years. Ms. Smith passed away and in 2009 the probate proceeding acknowledged that the property was to be distributed to Juan and Juanita Doe. However, in 2010, the administrator of Ms. Smith’s estate deeded the property to Juan Doe only. In 2012, Juan Doe sold the property to ABC Corporation in a private transaction not using a title and company. There is nothing our title researchers like more than a mystery to solve and they were wondering

what happened to Juanita Doe and her interest in the property. A quick search of the court records disclosed that Juan and Juanita had divorced in 1996. A closer look uncovered the fact that their marital property settlement agreement required that Juan Doe was required to subdivide the property into two equal parcels, with Juan Doe owning one parcel and Juanita Doe owning the other (with the understanding that Juanita was going to deed her half to their son John). The Realtor involved just happened to know Juanita Doe and contacted her. When we spoke with Juanita she confirmed that she and her son owned half of the property but that she had not thought of it in years. So where does that leave ABC Corporation? Since Juan Doe only owned half of the property, and all he can sell is what he owns, ABC Corporation owns an undivided half of the property and Juanita Doe owns the other undivided half. If ABC Corporation had used a title and escrow company to close this real estate transaction, one of two things might have happened. 1. The title company would have questioned the interest of Juanita Doe and made sure that she deeded her interest to ABC

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Corporation. 2. If the title company had missed the interest of Juanita Doe, but insured the transaction with a title insurance policy, ABC Corporation would have been insured against loss arising from the fact that the seller (Juan Doe) did not own 100% of the property he sold to them. We are not sure how this situation is going to turn out, but title insurance would have protected the investment of ABC Corporation. The moral of the story? Let the real estate experts do what they do best…real estate!

by Kim Anderson Young PRESIDENT, SECURITY TITLE, INC.

kim@securitytitle.net | 671.647.8100

Finding simple solutions to complex real estate transactions.

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Do not unplug, however, when it comes to your finances, Intel Security experts advise. Monitor your accounts for suspicious (Family Features)—Most of us have pledged to unplug while on activity. If you believe you have been victimized by a cyber a vacation—a “digital detox”—only to back-pedal on that promise criminal, take action immediately to recover any losses. at the onset. Staying connected, however, can expose travelers Source: Intel Security to more than a less-than-relaxing excursion. Security risks are high for vacationers, according to the experts at Intel Security. They are especially vulnerable because they are less inclined to be vigilant while on vacation. Intel Security’s experts recommend vacationers remain on alert for thieves targeting smartphones, as well as to secure devices that may otherwise give cyber criminals access to personal data. To lessen the impact should your phone be stolen, back it up before you travel, and set up a password or PIN code for added protection, the Intel Security experts suggest. Avoid posting information about your vacation on social media before and during the trip. This is type of information can give thieves and cyber criminals the green light to burglarize your home and/or attack your devices. While on vacation, avoid using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. Connecting to an unprotected network could inadvertently give cyber

3 Upgrades Every When Packing Homeowner a Storage Unit, Should Make Strategy Is King (Family Features)—Improving your home can grow the value of your investment—if the right upgrades are made. No matter which kind of home you own, these home improvements top the list. 1. Power Backup –

Natural disasters are on the rise, and expected to become more impactful in the future. Installing a standby generator system is one upgrade that will pay dividends in peace of mind. Look for a system that has automatic “power management” technology—this will power all of your home’s appliances efficiently and safely. 2. Smart Home Automation – The

smart home is here to stay, and more and more homebuyers are looking for properties outfitted with the latest in home automation. Whether it’s an app that flicks on the lights or a thermostat that self-adjusts, integrating this technology can save you from inconvenience, more money and more time. 3. Security – You can’t put a

price on safety. From keypad and silent alarms to cameras and motion detectors, a home security system is well worth the expense. Consult a home security expert in your area to determine which system will be most beneficial for your home.

By Paige Tepping

hether you’re in the process of downsizing or simply looking to open up your home a bit, self-storage units offer a practical solution to the lack of space issue homeowners are faced with on a dayto-day basis. While factors such as security, cleanliness, temperature control, customer service and price will likely play a large role in determining which self-storage unit best fits your needs, the process doesn’t end there. In fact, much like packing to move from one house to another, maximizing the space within your self-storage unit begins with having a plan in place. 1. Be Prepared. Once you’ve made the decision to rent a storage unit, even if it’s a short-term solution, it’s important to come up with a plan before you begin haphazardly shoving items into the space. While this may save time on the front end, it will undoubtedly work against you when it comes time to clear the unit out.

These three upgrades are ideal for any homeowner. Keep these in mind the next time you invest in improving your home—they will be well worth it!

2. Use the Space Wisely. If you’re storing bigger items—or anything that’s awkwardly shaped—take the time to break them down (if possible) in order to get the most use out of the space. This means disassembling tables, workout equipment, kitchen carts, etc.

3. Take Inventory. Good memory or not, you’re bound to forget every last item stored in the unit. Even if it only makes an appearance once every few years, you’ll want to remember where your fine china from Great Aunt Gertrude is when she comes calling. 4. Label Everything. If you plan to fill your storage unit up with boxes, be sure to label them so that you can quickly and easily identify what’s inside. It’s also important to make sure all labels are facing the same way. 5. Map It Out. In addition to making note of everything that’s stored in your storage unit, it’s a good idea to map out where everything is located. This way you can easily grab something when needed. 6. Place Items Strategically. Keeping like items together (or packing things according to which room or family member they belong to) is a simple way to add a level of organization to the process. 7. Leave a Walkway. For those renting a large self-storage unit, don’t forget to leave a walkway down the middle when filling the space with your belongings. Not only will this make it easy to grab things when you need them, it will keep you from having to climb over boxes and other items when you need to grab something from the back of the unit. This post was originally published on RISMedia’s blog, Housecall. Reprinted with permission from RISMedia. ©2016. All rights reserved.