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Living, Working & Selling in PebbleCreek PebbleCreek Statistical Market Analysis
2019 to 2020
# Listings
List Volume
Sold Volume
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114,911,542
112,701,896
# Listings
List Volume
Sold Volume
385
178,720,432
179,794,838
Year Over Year Sales
2020 to 2021 Year Over Year Sales
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Low Avg High
Low Avg High
278 Homes Sold from 11/01/2019 to 11/01/2020 385 Homes Sold from 11/01/2020 to 11/01/2021
List $
Sold $
List/ Sold
SQFT
List Price Per SQFT
Sold Price Per SQFT
Agent Days on Market
Total Days on Market
210,000 413,351 890,000
212,000 405,403 870,000
0.90 0.98 1.05
1,136 2,067 3,503
107.56 201.84 332.08
101.23 198.07 325.00
0 71 397
0 75 597
List $
Sold $
List/ Sold
SQFT
List Price Per SQFT
Sold Price Per SQFT
Agent Days on Market
Total Days on Market
269,000 464,209 1,550,000
272,000 467,000 1,475,000
0.88 1.01 1.24
1,136 2,025 4,044
107.32 232.38 445.53
104.38 234.15 423.97
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0 33 351
13 Active Home Listings $419,900 to $924,900 26 Homes Under Contract & Pending Sales from $434,000 to $924,900 Nov 10 , 2021 – Local Market Snapshot
The market is shifting with a higher percentage of i-buyers & investment buyers competing now with residential home buyers. PebbleCreek inventory levels are still very low especially factoring in the number of new homes added every year. New home sales have been off the charts due to the shortage of existing homes. Home prices are up 29% year over year. Forecasts call for the Valley to draw 90000 new people a year until 2030 and indicate we will have another 18 months before housing demand exceeds supply. The lack of home inventory, low interest rates, builder’s supply chain shortages of building materials plus shortages of local construction labor have pushed home sales & prices here to new records. Robson new constructions sales have over 200 homes under construction. The Valley’s strong population & job growth is driving this market. The ability to work from home is bringing many people to the valley for our cost of living, tax structure, amenities, beautiful weather & lifestyle. The demand for home offices is causing many buyers to purchase larger homes. Companies now hiring new workers have many employees housed in hotels due to the shortage of apartments. Sales Activity for existing homes is still fast paced, interest rates & inventory levels are low. TODAY THERE ARE ONLY 13 HOMES ON MLS ACTIVE LIST IN PEBBLECREEK. CALL ME if you are considering selling. I will be happy to give you a free market analysis with the best LISTING DISCOUNT for your home. Unlike companies advertising on television, I have NO HIDDEN FEES. I know this market because I LIVE here. I am dedicated to working with you to get TOP DOLLAR for your home with no gimmicks. If you are considering selling your home, have real estate questions, need information or assistance, please call or email me. If you are moving into an independent living facility, I have full service support to help you with your transition. I am a full time career realtor, I LIVE & WORK here. I am readily available with a complete support team of lenders, inspectors, repair vendors, title specialists & moving companies - everyone you need to support your transaction. Call, text or email me anytime. I am here for you & I would love to work with you. It is my goal to use my expertise & experience to help you maximize the return on your real estate investment. I provide the BEST Listing discount, full service, I provide specific data so you can price your home to CURRENT market trends & provide boots on the ground local personal service. Call Me anytime.
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From Me To You...
public transportation, I knew that trains were the way to go. So I booked an around-thecountry train ticket on Amtrak. I packed a backpack and set ‘Tis the season. Just not the season you are out with a friend to see the sights. We started thinking of. Sure the holidays are upon us, but in New York and headed south for the first leg the season I am talking about is the “let’s tighten of our trip. Things were ticking along smoothly our belts and make do” season. as we sat sandwiched between commuters and children on school field trips. Then we got south I am sure you are well aware of the supply chain of D.C. and things ground to a halt. Well not restrictions. Couple that with the massive number completely, but they may as well have. The trains of people who have left their jobs and you see outside of metro areas travel at approximately a gap in the market that is unprecedented. 30 miles an hour. And the dinging. Oh my That is a word that has been used far too much goodness! That noise is one I still hear in my lately but it is, again, true. Have you noticed the nightmares. Ding, ding, ding! It went on for emptying shelves at your local supermarket? The hours. items ‘out of stock’ when you try to order them online? This is all due to that pesky supply chain Despite the noise and the lack of speed I problem. managed to see a good amount of the country, I watched a news segment the other day and I was shocked to find that, on top of all the containers sitting at ports waiting to be unloaded and trucked to their destinations, there is another problem. The ports are limiting which color of container can be returned empty to the yard. So, say you are a truck driver with an empty green container and you wait 8 hours or more in line to return your ‘empty’ and pick up a ‘full’ in exchange. You get to the front of the line and a supervisor says,”Sorry mate, we are only taking red containers today. Back of the line!”
in fact there are only 9 states I have yet to visit. Now if the price of gas ever goes back down, then I may go on a road trip and finally see those last few states.
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Have you ever heard the words “Never Stop Serving”? That is the motto of the Luke Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA). Luke Chapter is a West Valley-focused organization of about 200 former and retired officers of the United States uniformed services and surviving spouses of officers. An affiliate chapter of the national MOAA, Luke Chapter has served the local community for over fifty years in a variety of charitable and social missions. Dennis DeFrain, a retired Army Lt Colonel, is President of Luke Chapter. “I am deeply honored to lead an organization that is dedicated to serving the local community, veterans, and military families in numerous ways. We provide hundreds of food items and commissary cards to low-ranking airmen and women at Luke AFB during the holidays and actively support the Toys-For-Tots program. We also support
legislation favorable and beneficial to all active, reserve, and retired military and surviving spouses and foster camaraderie among all Chapter members.” A primary focus of Luke Chapter is providing support to the surviving spouses of military officers. Linda Wolverton and Rosemary Eaton, both PebbleCreek residents who married military officers, lead the ‘surviving spouses’ mission. Linda said, “We work hard to provide support, friendship, encouragement, education, grief-sharing and benefit guidance to surviving spouses of all US uniformed officers.” These two ladies recently revised and substantially upgraded the chapter website to include benefit and casualty information for surviving spouses. Luke Chapter began a college scholarship program many years ago that makes grants to entering and continuing college students who were enrolled in JROTC in high school, or who have a relative who served in any of the military services. For the past five years, Luke Chapter has operated its Veterans Relief Grant Program. Grants are made to US veterans and families facing temporary emergency needs for housing, food support, utilities, medical care, car repairs, etc. Last year, Luke Chapter gave more than $30,000 in cash and direct food support benefiting at least 250 active-duty members and veterans, and their families, coping with Covid-19 impacts to their employment, childcare, food needs and medical problems. In addition, Luke Chapter makes recognition awards to outstanding Junior ROTC programs and students in thirteen West Valley high schools. West Valley salutes the women and men of Luke Chapter MOAA, who truly “Never Stop Serving.” For more information about Luke Chapter, visit: www.lukemoaa.org
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2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 1-2 tablespoons almond milk Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and prepare two cupcake tins with 14 mini liners. In bowl, stir together almond flour, coconut flour, protein powder, sweetener, cocoa powder, baking powder and salt, then set aside. In microwave safe bowl, add chopped bar and almond milk and cook on high for 1 minute. Stir until smooth. Let cool 5 minutes before whisking in eggs and melted butter. Add dry ingredients to wet and stir until batter forms. Distribute batter between liners and bake cupcakes 12-14 minutes. Let cool. For frosting, use handheld mixer to beat ricotta, powdered sweetener, protein and cocoa powder until smooth. Add almond milk 1 tablespoon at a time for smoother consistency. Transfer frosting to piping bag and add dollop of frosting onto each cupcake and smooth with knife. Top with sprinkles if desired. Makes 14 mini cupcakes.
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How much data do you really need on your monthly cellular plan? To hear most wireless companies tell it, the answer is simple: go unlimited! Mobile data usage has been on the rise over the past decade, even before the pandemic forced us to stare at our phones more than usual. Audio streaming, online gaming and especially HD/4K video streaming have steadily increased; and as apps get more complex, they require more data to run effectively.
But are your individual data needs truly “unlimited”? Recent data would seem to suggest otherwise. The limits on unlimitedEven with the quarantines and shutdowns of Covid-19 forcing us to rely more heavily on our mobile devices than ever, the average smartphone user consumed about
7 gigabytes (GB) of cellular data in 2020. And whether your personal mobile data usage reaches this 7GB average depends entirely on your needs and lifestyle.
it’s easy to see how mobile data usage can quickly add up. Streaming a full HD game of your favorite sports team will require around 4GB of data. A 10-minute HD video chat uses almost 0.5GB. On-the-spot social media updates, sporting event streaming and remote videoconferencing can quickly elevate a data diet. But with the rapidly growing availability of WiFi, which lets you access a wireless Internet connection without consuming any data from your cellular plan, it’s possible for a user to stay connected all day long - and not use a bit of cellular data. In addition, some carriers promising “unlimited data” will actually limit your high-speed data to just a couple of gigabytes per month. Once you use up that allotment, you’ll have unlimited access, but at much slower speeds. This makes it more difficult to load pages quickly, or to stream video, even though you’re paying a premium for “unlimited” access. While the big carriers keep coming up with creative new ways to encourage you to go “unlimited,” real deals can be found that provide more affordable options while delivering data that fits your lifestyle. Unlimited anything sounds nice, but in reality, no one wants to buy more of something than they’ll ever use or pay more than they should. But that’s exactly what most people with unlimited cellular data plans are doing. Cellular competition is fierce, so make sure you’re getting what’s best for the way you really use your data. Check your current bill to find out how much you’re actually using, then shop around. One size never fits all, so with a bit of smart research, you’ll find all the data you really need, and for less.
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Giving Back
The holiday season has arrived, and with it the hunt to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list. The holidays are also a great time to give back to local communities and to those in need. From supporting small businesses and charitable organizations to shopping sustainably, here are four convenient ways to give back while you shop on Amazon this season. Support charitable organizations. Help deliver smiles and holiday cheer to those in need by shopping at smile.amazon.com. AmazonSmile offers the same products and the same low prices, with the added bonus that AmazonSmile will donate a portion of the purchase price of eligible products to a charity of your choice. You can also donate directly to charities by purchasing requested items from the thousands of AmazonSmile Charity Lists
available, which are managed directly by the charities themselves. Support small businesses. Support small businesses this holiday by shopping Amazon’s Small Business Gift Guide, which includes woman-owned, military familyowned, and Black-owned businesses, and top gift picks from celebrities Gabrielle Union, Drew Barrymore, and Billy Porter. You can also discover one-of-a-kind handcrafted goods and unique gifts by local Makers on Amazon Handmade. Gift (RED). For the fifth consecutive year, (RED) and Amazon are teaming up to provide customers a destination to shop gifts that give back. Every purchase on the Amazon (RED) storefront supports the fight against global health emergencies like COVID and AIDS and funds life-saving programs in communities most in need. In addition to customer favorites like the (PRODUCT)RED Theragun mini and Apple Watch Series 7 (PRODUCT)RED, this year’s selection includes a new collection of (ANOVA)RED Precision Cookers, LARQ Bottles (PRODUCT) RED, (VAHDAM)RED teas, and more. Shop sustainable. Reduce environmental impact this season by recycling old items, composting holiday food waste, and shopping sustainably on Amazon by searching for Climate Pledge Friendly products. The Climate Pledge Friendly label recognizes products with improvements in at least one aspect of sustainability. Eligible products are certified by sustainability certifications, including Amazon’s Compact by Design certification, as part of Amazon’s commitment to reduce its carbon footprint and become net zero carbon by 2040. To find more ways to shop and give back this holiday season, visit amazon.com.
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December 2021
Great Outdoors
Over the past 18 months, Americans coping with the upheaval of the pandemic retreated to the great outdoors in record numbers. As more people head outside, it’s increasingly important to preserve and protect the great outdoor spaces of the American Heartland. We must all do our part to follow simple, yet important guidelines to ensure these areas will remain pristine for future generations to enjoy. Next time you escape to nature, remember these few tips to keep our outdoor spaces as beautiful as they can be: 1. Do some research Learn about the places you visit before venturing out, so you have a plan to safely enjoy the outdoors while protecting it. If you’re visiting a state or national park, check out their websites and blogs ahead of your trip to explore the flora and fauna you’ll see. You’ll also be able to look up specific trails to follow and view the natural wonders you’ll want to discover. You can also prepare in advance by becoming well-versed in important information about park passes, waste collection, rules and camping permits, plus inclement weather warnings and fire safety tips.
about that area’s wildlife to learn whether your visit coincides with a special time like nesting or mating for certain animals. If so, it might be best to reschedule your trip.
4. Stay on trails After you make a plan, don’t wander off existing trails. When you stray even slightly off a trail, your foot traffic can cause significant damage. This can create a domino effect - other visitors behind you will likely see the squashed flora and follow suit, unfortunately causing even more harm to the habitat by widening the newly created “trail.” Over time, this can cause washouts and result in multiple trails covering the backcountry, endangering the existing flora and fauna. 5. Get involved Community organizations across the U.S. have faced funding and volunteer participation challenges due to the ongoing pandemic. It’s more important than ever to help local nonprofit organizations make a difference. Together, you and your local nonprofit organizations can make a real difference to keep the beauty of nature thriving and well.
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CITY OF GOODYEAR City Hall Code Compliance Finance Department Graffiti Removal Public Relations Public Works
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POST OFFICES Avondale Post Office Goodyear Post Office Litchfield Park Post Office
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LICENSES Drivers & Plates Vehicle Emissions Station
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Samurai Sudoku for December This samurai sudoku puzzle is a great way to engage the brain and help develop logic skills. There are 5 overlapping grids with one unique solution. Each of 4 corners are shaded. To solve this Samurai Samurai Sudoku Puzzle #25 puzzle use standard sudoku rules for every 9x9 grid: each digit from 1 to 9 can only appear once in every row, column and 3x3 box. Good Luck! Solutions are on our website www.EstrellaPublishing.com This samurai sudoku puzzle is a great way to engage the brain and help develop logic skills. There are 5 overlapping grids with one unique solution. Each of 4 corners are shaded. To solve this Samurai puzzle use standard sudoku rules for every 9x9 grid. Each digit from 1 to 9 can only appear once in every row, column and 3x3 box.
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